Frequently asked questions
We have lost the charger and cable please can we get another one for our beautiful pebble
Asked by Janette Smale on 17 Dec 2025
Hello, Please email info@thesolarcentre.co.uk
Hi, is there a phone app to control them as there are for some of your other products ?
Asked by Vikram on 13 Aug 2024
I am afraid there is not, you can select whihc colour you like manually or have them automatically go through a colour changing mode. There is not an app for this product.
I cant find the instructions for these, so forgotten how to program for one colour and changing colours. Can you supply me with a copy?
Asked by Hugh on 25 Oct 2023
Hi Hugh, all our instructions ar on the actual product page but please find the instructions here https://www.thesolarcentre.co.uk/PDF/instructions/Shapelights-instructions.pdf
Hi, is the white light the same for the pebble and mini pebble ?
Asked by Tracey Hitchins on 14 May 2023
Hi, Both the Pebble and Mini Pebble, have a bright white and warm white option. Those are identical in both.
We have some pebble stones but have lost the instructions. What does the toggle switch (sun/house) on the bottom do? Is it related to charging method? Thanks.
Asked by Michael on 22 Feb 2023
Hi Michael, the switch with the sun and house icon on the base is how you would like to use your light. If you are using your light indoors, please set the switch to the house icon. If you have your light set up outside, please set the switch to the sun icon.
Hi, does the USB mini pebble light have a power saving mode? I've lost my instructions.
Asked by Lesley on 30 Sep 2021
As the light is USB chargeable there is no need for the powersaving mode. You can always make sure the light is not on bright white or warm white which uses the most battery.
Can the mini pebbles be hung up on hook onto a wall, or do they have to rest on the floor? If not, which lights would you recommend to be moved around? Thank you
Asked by Nina on 24 Sep 2021
We would not recommend this. They can be just placed on the ground using the risers.
Hi there Is the charging cable available to buy separately? I have acquired a light from my sister, but without the cable. Many thanks
Asked by Rian Douthwaite on 28 Jul 2021
Please click on the link: https://www.thesolarcentre.co.uk/products/Shapelights_USB_Charging_Cable-893-5.html
How easy are the Shapelights to keep clean? Are they designed to be left outside at all times or do they have to be brought in regularly? Also, are they heavy enough not to be blown away if placed on a table?
Asked by Paramjit Toor on 25 Mar 2021
These lights can be used both indoors or outdoors. There are very easy to clean, the shell is made from plastic. There is a ground stake which needs to be used when you place the light outdoors.
Hi it says on the product details that this can be charged via mains, does it come with a mains charger
Asked by Paul on 12 Mar 2021
Hi, it comes with a USB cable.
I've lost the instructions! Can you please tell me how to get the colours to cycle? Thank you!
Asked by Denise Simpson on 13 Sep 2020
You will find a copy here or it can be printed off of the Shapelight product page.
Do you have.. Or can you get these in different sizes?
Asked by Jane on 14 Aug 2020
We do different shapes and sizes. Please do search 'Shapelight' and different options will come up. If you just mean the pebble, we do a mini version here
How bright is the pebble light please? Compared with a light bulb? Thanks
Asked by Janet Johnson on 13 Aug 2020
These cannot be compared with a lihtbulb, they are a decorative piece. Please look at the video for an accurate representation of brightness.
Can the light be fixed to stay on white? Thank you
Asked by Izabel Burton on 14 Jul 2020
Yes it can, once selected it will not change.
Hello, Quick questions regarding the pebble and all other shapes: 1. How powerful is the lamp (how many watts)? 2. How bright is it (how many lumens)? Thank you kindly, Jack
Asked by Jack on 30 Jun 2020
As this decorative there is no lumen or wattage output we can give. Please look at the video provided for an acccurate portrayal of their brightness
Hi , it there anyway if attaching them to decking ? I don't think the spike would work & we're wondering are they very light that they would end up blowing all over the garden ? Thanks
Asked by Helen layton on 17 May 2020
There is not no. You would need to unscrew the base everytime to bring it into charge.
Hi if these were just placed on decking or somewhere they weren't stake into the ground outside are they likely to blow around garden if it's abit windy, I suppose I'm asking do they have abit of weight about them?
Asked by Helen Hindmarch on 28 Apr 2020
I would always make sure these were secured down, so they did not obtain surface scuffing.
Just bought 4 pebbles and very pleased so far. 1 of them is flashing on my chosen warm white colour - what does that imply and how do I disable? All are fully charged....
Asked by Gavin on 11 Apr 2020
Please do try fully charging these by USB and make sure there is no other light source flashing on/off the light. If no better please can you contact support@thesolarcentre.co.uk
I have purchased 2 solar lights from you. Does one remote control both of them or do ineed to use both remotes?
Asked by Mrs I Greenan on 10 Apr 2020
It depends which lights you have, the Shapelights do not come with a remote, but our Shimmer characters do, you cn uswe one remote for all of them, but they do come with individual remotes.
I have misplaced the USB charger where can I obtain a new one Thanks Ps i live in a third floor flat with a winter garden so my access to sun is limited
Asked by IannSmith on 4 Mar 2020
You can purchase a charger here
Where can I purchase replacement batteries for these lights?
Asked by Xander on 10 Dec 2019
The batteries can be purchased here
Can these be easily converted to interior ceiling lights? Thanks
Asked by Jon on 29 Aug 2019
These are not designed to be used as ceiling lights, the light would need to be upside down and would need a USB power source. Sadly we can not recommend installing them upside down.
Will this still work inside if there is another light on in the room? I want to use it inside as a night light for the kids but we keep their bedroom door open with the landing light on. I'm worried the landing light will stop it from working because its also a solar light and they dont come on if there is lights on nearby.
Asked by Emma on 13 Mar 2019
Hi Emma, Shapelights have an Indoor Mode and an Outdoor Mode. In Indoor Mode the Shapelight will light up no matter how bright it is and stay lit until you turn it off - so your landing light wont be an issue. In Outdoor Mode your Shapelight works like a solar light so will only light up when it gets dark and turn off automatically after 7 hours.