Frequently Asked Questions - Shimmer Solar Mood Light - Egg

Question:

I have a number of Shimmer lights. Not required at present but does the Shimmer lights have a replacement base similar to the Shapelight?
By Stephen Baker on Sep 7,2023

Answer:

Thank you for your question. There is not replacement base for the Shimmer lights. 

Question:

If I left the egg switched on, would it turn itself off after a certain amount of time.
By Stephen on Oct 19,2021

Answer:

It will turn off automatically when it runs out of battery. It doe not have a timer. 

Question:

Hi I received my order of two egg shimmer lights this week one is fine and worked straight away the other one has worked but only for a short while is they any way I can charge the battery other than the sun it's been quite cloudy in London the last week so I think maybe needs a full charge.
By Phil Taylor on Jul 31,2021

Answer:

The best way to charge the units is to leave them outdoors in direct daylight and switched them off for 3-5 days in order to build up charge.

 

Question:

What is the IP rating on this please?
By Emma on Apr 23,2021

Answer:

IP44

Question:

Does this have battery backup to the solar power? Thank you.
By Karl on Apr 5,2021

Answer:

There is a battery inside the unit that will be able to charge through solar. The unit does not come with a USB cable if you mean that. 

Question:

Does this come with a usb cable for extra charging as well as being solar powered
By elaine on Mar 22,2021

Answer:

I am afraid not, it does not come with a USB cable.

Question:

Hi, could you tell me the dimensions please. Thanks, Lisa
By Lisa on Mar 16,2021

Answer:

Height 21cm x max-diameter 15.5cm
 

Question:

Hello, I want to use this inside. Where is the solar panel and how would this work?
By Jennifer on Oct 15,2020

Answer:

These item's are not for use indoor. Please look at our Shapelights. 

Question:

Can this be used I'n a pool? will it float upright?
By Diane on May 27,2020

Answer:

Unfortunately it is on for garden use and can't be placed in a pool.

Question:

Hello - what colours does the Shimmer Solar Mood Light - Egg show please? (White/natural, blue/pink/green?) I look forward to hearing from you. Thank you.
By Rebecca Rainbird on Mar 21,2020

Answer:

There are 12 colours it cycles through red , green , 4 shades of blue , orange , yellow , purple , pink , green and white.

Question:

Looking for description if suitable for outdoors and sizes
By Marion McKnight on Oct 27,2019

Answer:

Yes, these are designed for out use.

Approximate Dimensions
Height 21cm x max-diameter 15.5cm
Ground spike 10cm

Question:

What's the shell made from?, is it flexible?
By Steven Barnes on Oct 26,2019

Answer:

The Egg Shimmer light is made with toughned plastic, so is not flexible, but durable.