Icicle Lights

A beautiful icicle light roof display starts with the right clip. Icicle light clips are one of the most versatile options for hanging icicle lights on either gutters or shingles. However, there are several other light clips you can choose from including All-In-One Plus, Omni All-In-One, and Gutter Clips. For instructions on how each light clip is installed visit our Christmas Light Clips guide.

Helpful Installation Tips

• After removing icicle lights from the packaging, they will appear somewhat shorter than you might expect. Spend a few minutes gently tugging on each individual drop to help straighten out and elongate the light strings. Icicle lights have some natural waves to them, so if you can't get the drops completely straight, that's ok! They should also straighten over time as they hang.
• Lighted length is measured from the first bulb to the last. Total length is measured from plug to plug.
• Drop lengths are measured from the first bulb in the drop to the last. Some minor variations in drop length are natural as these are approximate measurements which can differ depending on the natural curvature of the strings
• If you have extra length leftover after hanging your icicle lights, simply run the extra length back over the ends of the lines. The beauty of icicle lights is that they blend naturally together and can be layered to gorgeous effect!
• If you need to create one long continuous run of icicle lights being powered on a single outlet, consider using LED icicles over incandescent. Depending on the light count and style, you can connect anywhere from 30-60 LED icicle lights together end-to-end, whereas most incandescent sets only allow between 3-5 strings to be connected on one run.
• To temporarily install icicle lights on deck or porch railings, zip ties in colors to match your railing will work best. When using zip ties to secure light strings, leave a small amount of give when tightening the zip tie so as not to pinch the light wires. For long term installation or the ability to hang alternative light types through the year, consider using screw in hooks or clips to hang icicle lights on wooden railings and surfaces.