How Many Lights for a 7 Foot Tree?
A 7 foot Christmas tree needs about 700 lights for a medium look. That is 7 strands of 100, or 14 strands of 50, or 3 strands of 300 with 200 to spare. For a light look use 350, for a full one 1,050.
Lights by tree size
| Tree height | Light look | Medium look | Full look | Strands of 100 | Strands of 50 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6 ft | 300 | 600 | 900 | 6 | 12 |
| 7 ft | 350 | 700 | 1,050 | 7 | 14 |
| 7.5 ft | 380 | 750 | 1,130 | 8 | 15 |
| 9 ft | 450 | 900 | 1,350 | 9 | 18 |
The table is the whole answer for the four most common sizes. For any other height, width or fullness use the tree light calculator.
What to buy for a 7 foot tree
Seven 100-light strands is the simplest purchase: one strand per foot of height, easy to count as you go. If your strands are 50 lights each, you need 14, and you will plug more of them together, so check the maximum number of connected strands on the box. Three 300-light strands give you 900, enough for a full look on a standard tree, and the extra lights are not wasted if you string a little denser at the bottom where the tree is widest.
Slim, flocked and pre-lit trees
A slim 7 foot tree has less surface than a standard one, so 500 to 600 lights is usually plenty. A flocked tree soaks up light, so go toward the full figure of 1,050. A pre-lit tree already carries its lights; add strands only where you want extra glow.
Check before you buy
- Measure the tree height from the floor to the tip, not the box label, which sometimes counts the stand.
- Count strand lights, not feet. A 100-light strand can be 20 to 33 ft long, depending on spacing.
- Use indoor-rated strands inside and outdoor-rated ones outside.
Questions
How many lights do I need for a 7 foot tree?
About 700 for a medium look: seven strands of 100. Use 350 for a light look and 1,050 for a full one.
How many strands of 100 lights for a 7 foot tree?
Seven strands of 100 lights, one per foot of height.
How many strands of 50 lights for a 7 foot tree?
Fourteen strands of 50 lights for the medium look.
How many lights for a 7.5 foot tree?
About 750 for a medium look.
Can I use fewer lights on a tree with lots of ornaments?
Yes. Ornaments add sparkle and color, so a light look of about 350 lights on a 7 foot tree is common.