It's that time of year again, so get out your baubles, trinkets and charms to make a fun and festive house this Christmas.

Bunnings has a wide range of festive lighting products that are perfect for decorating the home in time for Santa's sleigh.

Bunnings National Lighting Buyer, Natasha Ryan, provides her expert advice to help make your home shine bright this Christmas.

 Get the whole family involved in the Christmas experience by making a day of decorating the home with festive lights.

 It's important to put safety first, so if you're unsure how to correctly install any festive lights, head into your local Bunnings and speak to an expert team member, who is available to answer all your D.I.Y. questions.

 Buy energy efficient items to reduce costs and always remember to switch lights off when no one is home. A great way to keep costs down is by investing in solar and LED lighting.

 Buy weather proof items where possible. Bunnings sell a range of products that are shock and weather-proof, so make sure you read the labels before purchasing.

 Most Christmas light decorations come with a clear set of instructions and it's important to follow these carefully to avoid frustration and make your light decoration experience easier.

 Jingle rock your way through setting up the lights with a personalised Christmas carol playlist. Have some fun by playing your favourite festive melodies.

 If you're using last year's lighting decorations, check that all the bulbs still work before setting up and replace them correctly according to the manufacturer's instructions.

For more information about Bunnings' wide range of festive lighting products, head to your nearest store for expert team member advice or visit www.bunnings.com.au

1 - 6M rope light 144 LED multi-colour steady-on (4350997) - Brighten up the home with thismulticoloured

LED light rope, equipped with splash proof protection. Perfect for the festive season, this low-voltage decoration lengthens out to six metres.

2 - 100 fairy lights LED frost purple 8 function (4350992) - Providing eight different functions, this light set is suitable for indoor and outdoor use. The long lasting, energy and cost efficient LED lights will provide a special sparkle to the home.

3 - Fairy Lights LED multicolour 8 function (4350765) - Operated by a controller allowing for eight functions, this low voltage light set is 4.9 metres in length and is a fun decoration for the home around Christmas time.

4 - 400 waterfall lights LED white multi-function (4351010) - Equipped with 400 bright white LEDs and an eight speed controller, this mesmerising decoration is suited for indoor and outdoor use and extends to 1.8 metres in length.

5 - 10 Meteor Tube lights with 120 LED multicolour (4351015) - Kids will love the shooting star effects created from this colour decoration's unique flashing sequence. With cost efficient LED lights, the 1.6 metre set can be fitted either inside or outside the home.

6 - Solar stake LED colour changing (4350705) - Create the perfect pathway for guests this Christmas with these solar powered, environmentally friendly ground stakes. These festive decorations automatically activate at night and run for up to eight hours, while the colour changing LED cycles allow for entertaining sequences.

7 - 16 LED thin spun silhouette white battery operated (4350986) - Light up the home's windows with this beautiful Christmas tree decoration. Equipped with 3AA batteries and 16 bright white LED lights, this classy ornament is a perfect addition to any home around the festive season.

8 - 140 lights reindeer 3D steady-on with head movement (4350755) - This weatherproof transformer is ideal for the front yard and comes with step-by-step instructions for easy setup. With 140 bright traditional lights, this reindeer will be a favourite among the kids.

9 - 180cm inflatable Santa moving arm (4350977) - Extend Santa's stay this Christmas with this larger-than-life blow-up decoration, illuminating the night with inner LED lights. Guide ropes secure Santa while he inflates to 180 centimetres with a built-in-fan.

11 - 25cm Matte Black Solar Path Lights 16pk (4350834) - These solar-powered lights are an easy way to decorate your garden in time for Christmas. The sleek matte black design will look great in any garden and are run on solar-power, making them a low-maintenance option for the festive season.

12 - Rouge 10 Piece String Multi-Colour Solar Light (4350634) - These fun solar lanterns are perfect for the festive season and can be easily set-up inside or outside of the home, lengthening to three metres.

For more information on Bunnings' wide range of festive lighting products, please visit

www.bunnings.com.au.

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Emily Andrews at Professional Public Relations

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Email: emily.andrews@ppr.com.au

Or Maryanne Sonnemann, Bunnings Public Relations Coordinator msonnemann@bunnings.com.au