WATERGLIDE Multicolor String Lights 328 FT – Weatherproof Backyard, Porch & Fence Lighting with Remote
WATERGLIDE Multicolor String Lights 328 FT – Weatherproof Backyard, Porch & Fence Lighting with Remote
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Why you'll love it
- 328ft length with 1000 LEDs covers large trees and entire facades in a single strand, eliminating the need to connect multiple sets
- 17-key remote plus 4 timer presets (2H/4H/6H/8H) lets users set-and-forget the lights, saving energy and daily manual effort
- IP44 waterproof rating with molded bulb-to-socket construction survives rain and snow for worry-free outdoor use
- 8 lighting modes (steady, twinkle, fade, chasing, etc.) adapt the same strand from a calm dinner to a festive party without buying extra lights
- Four color variants (Multicolor, Cool White, Red & Green, Red) let buyers match their specific theme without compromise
- LED technology stays cool to the touch, making it safer around kids, pets, and dry Christmas trees than incandescent strands
- Lights retain their last mode setting when powered off, enabling smart plug use
- Wire/cord is not stiff, making it easy to wrap around tree branches
- Comes on a plastic spool/reel for convenient storage
- Next-day delivery
- Held up through Maine winter conditions
- Bright enough to remain visible even with 2 inches of snow on top
- Lights return to the same mode/effect when powered off and back on, allowing smart plug scheduling
- IR remote is a nice feature
- Plenty of lights to wrap a 9ft tree 4 times
- Vibrant and bright even in harsh Maine winter and under 2 inches of snow
- Holds up to nature including snow, wind, and falling limbs
- Multiple blinker/mode options
- Hours back on the spool nicely for storage
Perfect for
- Wrap a large Christmas tree inside or outside the home with 328ft of multi-color lights
- Decorate a backyard, patio, or pergola for a holiday party or evening gathering
- Light up a wedding ceremony aisle, arbor, or reception ceiling on a budget
- Add ambient lighting to bushes, fences, and hedges year-round with timer control
- Create a Halloween or Valentine's Day themed display by switching the 8 lighting modes
- Connecting multiple 1000-light strands in different directions from the back of a tree trunk to fill a large tree
- Using a 7 ft tree or 9 ft tree (wrapped 4 times) for holiday decorating
- Wiring an entire house exterior
- Using a wi-fi smart outlet / Alexa-enabled smart plug for daily on/off scheduling
- Placing controllers in ziplock bags for weather protection
- Replacing a failed string purchased from Walmart
- Creating a DIY Christmas tree on a flag pole using 2 strings
- Decorating shrubs and large areas outdoors
- Wrapping lights around a banister or railing
- Wrapping a 9ft tree 4 times with a single strand
- Using a paint roller to help spin/hang lights
- Using with a smart plug enabled with Alexa for scheduling
- Hanging on a long front porch
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I leave these lights outside in rain and snow all winter?
Yes, the IP44 waterproof rating and molded bulb-to-socket construction let the strand handle rain, snow, and wind. Many customers have reported the lights performing reliably through harsh Maine winters with multiple inches of snow on top.
Are these bright enough to stay visible during the daytime or in heavy snow?
Yes, the 1000 LEDs are vibrant and bright enough to remain clearly visible even with 2 inches of snow covering them, so you don't lose the impact of your display in winter conditions.
Can I use a smart plug to schedule these lights on and off?
Absolutely. The strand is compatible with Wi-Fi smart outlets and Alexa-enabled plugs, and the memory function ensures the lights return to your last mode each evening, making daily scheduling effortless.
How do I protect the controller and plug from the weather?
Many users place the controller and the plug connection inside a ziplock bag for added weather protection — a simple, low-cost way to extend the life of the electronics through wet seasons.
Can I cover a large shrub or an entire tree trunk with one strand?
Yes, 328ft is enough to wrap a 9ft tree four times or to cover expansive shrubs and hedges. The 16.5ft lead also gives you flexibility to start the strand where you need to.
Can I run these along a fence or pergola for a patio party?
Definitely. The flexible green wire and 328ft length are ideal for tracing fence lines, wrapping pergola beams, or hanging along a long front porch for evening entertaining.
Will the bulbs fall off or break in wind and falling limbs?
The molded bulb-to-socket construction is designed to resist bulbs popping off, and the strand has held up through real-world conditions including wind, snow loads, and falling branches.
Is the strand safe to use around a wooden pergola or fabric canopy?
Yes, the LEDs run cool to the touch, so they don't create the heat buildup that incandescent bulbs do — much safer near wood, fabric, and dry foliage.
Can I connect multiple strands to cover a very long fence or a flagpole DIY tree?
Yes, you can connect multiple 1000-light strands in different directions from the back of a tree trunk or along a fence to fill larger areas. Two strands are commonly used to build a DIY Christmas tree on a flagpole.
Will the 8 lighting modes work for different outdoor occasions?
Yes, the same strand shifts from a calm steady-on glow for an outdoor dinner to chasing or twinkle for a holiday party, and you can switch to a Halloween or Valentine's theme just by changing modes — no extra lights needed.
How do I set up the lights for the first time?
Unroll the strand from its plastic storage reel, mount or drape it where you want it, plug it into a standard US 110V outlet, and use the included 17-key remote to choose your mode, brightness, and timer. No assembly is required.
Can I use a Wi-Fi smart outlet or Alexa-enabled plug with these lights?
Yes. The strand works with any standard Wi-Fi smart outlet or Alexa-enabled smart plug. The built-in memory function makes it ideal because the lights return to the same mode and brightness every time the smart plug turns them back on.
How do I wrap a 9ft Christmas tree with one strand?
Start at the base of the trunk and work upward in a spiral, spacing the wraps evenly. 328ft is enough to wrap a 9ft tree four times. A paint roller can be a handy tool to spin and hang the strand as you climb a ladder.
Does this work with a flag pole to make a DIY Christmas tree?
Yes. Two 1000-light strands are commonly used to build a DIY Christmas tree on a flagpole in the front yard. Start at the top of the pole and cascade the lights downward in a cone shape to fill the area.
Will the IR remote work through walls or from another room?
The 17-key infrared remote works reliably from up to 10 feet away with a clear line of sight, similar to a TV remote. It will not work through walls, but pairing the strand with a smart plug gives you whole-home voice or app control.
What comes in the box?
Inside the box you'll find one 328ft strand of 1000 LED string lights on green wire, the 17-key IR remote, and a plastic storage reel for tangle-free winding and storage. No batteries, hubs, or extra accessories are required to get started.
Can I leave these lights outside through a full winter?
Yes, the IP44 waterproof rating and molded bulb-to-socket construction are designed for year-round outdoor use, including rain, snow, and wind. Many customers report the strand holding up through multiple Maine winters without issue.
What is the difference between LED string lights and traditional incandescent Christmas lights?
LED string lights use far less energy, run cool to the touch, last significantly longer, and are much safer around kids, pets, and dry trees than incandescent bulbs, which get hot, use more power, and are more prone to failure. LEDs also offer features like remote control, multiple modes, and memory functions that incandescent strands typically don't.
