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Q: I want to install outdoor lighting in our garden and patio, but I’d like to avoid an elaborate and costly installation. I was considering getting solar lights—but I’ve heard terrible stories about them. Do they really work?
A: It’s true solar outdoor lights have a reputation for flakiness and an eerie light quality. That said, I’ve been experimenting with various versions for years, and am a fairly passionate supporter. The lights turn on automatically at dusk and stay lighted until their batteries die down into the…