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Peppermint Christmas lights on a house
Peppermint alternates red and white mini lights on the roof and windows and ties striped bows on the porch posts.
Peppermint on a sample house. Mock-up from Pexels #3958958 (Pexels License).
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Peppermint: what the sources say
- ENERGY STAR says certified decorative light strings must meet an efficiency requirement of no more than 0.2W per bulb.1
- ENERGY STAR says certified LED light strings do not have moving parts, filaments or glass, so they are much more durable and shock-resistant than other light strings.2
- The Department of Energy explains that in a series setup, when a filament within any one bulb blows out, it creates an open circuit in the wiring.3
Verdict. Works for anyone who wants a crisp graphic look from tiny bulbs on a plain house; the red and white pattern turns messy if the spacing between colors drifts or one color burns out first.
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Products must meet stringent efficiency (no more than 0.2W per bulb)
(word for word, each from energystar.gov)Do not have moving parts, filaments or glass, so they are much more durable and shock-resistant than other light strings.
(word for word, each from energystar.gov)In this setup, when a filament within any one bulb blows out, it creates an open circuit in the wiring.
(word for word, each from energy.gov)
Peppermint: bulbs, cost and effort
| Bulbs | Red and white LED mini |
|---|---|
| DIY cost | $160 to $210 for an 80 to 160 ft roofline ($189 at 120 ft) |
| Pro install | $500 to $1,100 typical |
Parts list for a 120 ft roofline
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| Part | Qty | Each | Est. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mini LED string, red and white, 66 ft | 2 | $19 | $38 |
| Red and white striped bows | 4 | $12 | $48 |
| Gutter and shingle clips, 100 pack | 2 | $14 | $28 |
| Outdoor extension cord, 25 ft, 16/3 | 3 | $15 | $45 |
| Outdoor timer or smart plug | 1 | $20 | $20 |
| Spare bulbs and end plugs | 1 | $10 | $10 |
| Estimated total | $189 | ||
Rough 2026 US prices; links search Amazon.
How to DIY peppermint lights
- Outline roof and windows with red and white mini strings.
- Tie bows on porch posts.
- Keep the rest dark so the pattern shows.
Peppermint: common questions
What are peppermint Christmas lights?
Peppermint alternates red and white mini lights on the roof and windows and ties striped bows on the porch posts.
How much do peppermint Christmas lights cost?
DIY materials: $160 to $210 ($189 at 120 ft). Pro install: $500 to $1,100.
What lights do I need for the peppermint look?
Red and white LED mini.