Garden accents like solar rock lights are designed to provide illumination in an unexpected way. Rock lights are crafted 
out of resin in the shape of a rock that has been painted to resemble the real thing. On top of the rock is a solar panel which gathers energy and stores it in a rechargeable battery. A concealed spotlight on the front turns on at night to light the way. When placed among the plants and structures in a garden, they provide light without using a bulky, unsightly light fixture. These light rocks require no external power source and can be placed anywhere that gets full sun during the day. If blending technology with nature is your goal, then a garden rock light is the choice for you.
Realism
These lights are not actually rocks at all, but are instead made from plastic resin that has been coated with paint. The resin has been made to look jagged and textured just like a real rock would be. When coated with an earth-tone paint, the rock comes to life. The paint used to coat the rock is resistant to UV light and water, allowing it to be used outdoors. A flat base allows the rocks to be placed on flat surfaces like concrete sidewalks or brick edging. When placed among real rocks of similar color, garden rock lights can become perfectly blended with their surroundings. Visitors will be perplexed at how your garden lights up “magically” from the rock beds. While there is a solar panel exposed on the top of these rocks, it closely matches the color of the paint and is barely noticeable in most cases. A spot light is also exposed, and should be pointed away from view to hide its presence.
Lighting Up the Yard
There are virtually countless ways to make use of solar rock lights in a yard. Gardeners often use them to illuminate plants that would otherwise go unseen at night. When multiple rocks are used, your entire yard can become pocketed with spots of light. For best results, the lights should be placed in strategic locations, including outdoor structures like water fountains and various fauna like palm trees and bushes. Targeting specific structures is the best way to accent and beautify a yard. These rocks come in various colors, including rust, slate, and marble. Rocks can be color matched with their surroundings to better hide the fact that they are electronic devices. Rocks can be used as path lights, bordering each side of a path at regular intervals. For best results, keep the light beam directed onto a structure and not pointing into the eyes of yard-goers, as these rock are essentially outdoor flood lights.
Maintenance
Because these lights are solar powered, they require very little maintenance. Solar rock lights do not require any wiring for power-simply place them in any location you choose. The spotlight on the front uses one or more LED light bulbs which are incredibly energy efficient and long-lasting. With a lifespan of around 100,000 hours, users will rarely if ever need to replace them. If, however, there is a defect in craftsmanship, the bulbs can be easily replaced by removing the front cover. The rechargeable batteries are accessed by a door on the bottom and typically last 2 years before needing replacement. Battery life will vary depending on weather conditions. If the rock or spotlight cover become covered in dirt, wipe it clean with a wet cloth. Scratched and dings in the rock’s paint can be hidden with a permanent marker of similar color.
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