The country wedding with bistro string lights, particularly in the heart of our beautiful Provence, bathed in a romantic and authentic atmosphere, is a timeless trend.
If you are considering celebrating your union outdoors, under the charm of bistro string lights, or if you are looking for outdoor lighting to create a luminous and warm atmosphere, bistro string lights are the perfect choice. In this guide, we will explore in detail the different characteristics, advantages, disadvantages, mounting techniques, costs and outcomes of these wedding illuminations. Read our article on the trend of luminous starry skies.
The different types of bistro string lights for your wedding
When you are considering using bistro string lights for your wedding, you will first need to decide on the type of strings that best matches your vision. Here are a few points to consider:
Warm white or cool white
Bistro string lights are available in warm white and cool white. Warm white offers a vintage atmosphere and a definite conviviality, while cool white brings a contemporary touch, leaning more towards a bohemian chic-themed wedding. Choose the shade that best suits the atmosphere you wish to create for your country wedding.
Opaque or translucent
Bistro string lights can be opaque or translucent. Opaque strings offer a soft and diffuse lighting, while translucent strings allow the light to pass through, thus creating a brighter and more dazzling effect.
Size of the strings
Bistro string lights are available in various sizes, but the most common have a diameter of about 4 cm. You can also opt for mini bistro lights of 2 cm for a more delicate and discreet effect.
Technical characteristics for ideal bistro string lighting
When choosing your bistro string lights, it is important to take into account certain technical characteristics in order to obtain the best possible result:
Lighting system
Opt for a two-filament lighting system for a real need in brightness, and favour translucent bulbs. For a more decorative use, you can choose opaque and/or single-filament bulbs.
Safety standards
Make sure that your bistro string lights meet IP65 safety standards for outdoor use. This will ensure that your strings remain safe even in unfavourable weather conditions.
Ease of installation
Choose bistro string lights that can be connected to one another to avoid multiple connections. Also be sure to take into account the loss of length due to the sag, which is 1 metre every 5 metres, and opt for flat cabling for long lengths in order to reduce the overall weight of the structure.
Installation of bistro string lights for your wedding
We offer turnkey installation services, but if you wish to install your bistro string lights yourself for your wedding, here are some practical pieces of advice:
Attachment points
Install attachment points (tree, building, stakes or structural pillar) at least 2.75 m high to ensure that the central space is at a minimum of 2.2 metres. Hence the usefulness of a 3-metre-high ladder! If these are spaced more than 10 metres apart, run a cable lengthwise transversely or use a raising stake available in the catalogue on request.
Spacing
For a dense and uniform result, plan a spacing of about 80 cm between each string. To estimate the quantity of strings needed, count approximately 150 linear metres of strings for an area of 10×10 metres.
Safety
Use mobile anchor points with a double ground retention system to ensure the safety of your installation. For example, a structural pole with stakes doubled by a ratchet strap pulled backwards from the top of the stake outwards, or failing that, a cable with a tensioner.
Also make sure to fix the power cable to the ground correctly to avoid accidents and having to bring out the ladder on a wedding night.
By following this advice, you will be able to create a magical and romantic atmosphere for your country wedding using bistro string lights for the illumination. Take advantage of these magnificent illuminations to create unforgettable memories of your special day.
Conclusion
Bistro string lights are much more than simple lighting for your country wedding in Provence. They bring a touch of vintage charm and a warm atmosphere to your event. By choosing the right strings and installing them correctly, you can create a magical and romantic atmosphere that will delight your guests and create lasting memories. Do not hesitate to explore different options and to experiment with the lighting to find the style that best matches your wedding vision.
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