Rating of the best glowing stones for 2022

Luminous stones - a modern decorative object, is a pebbles that differ in shape and size, with a glowing effect. They gained particular popularity as decorative elements for the garden and cottages, but there are other applications.

What varieties are found?

To size

• Small 2-5 mm, they look like crumbs - it’s good to decorate the borders of paths or flower beds with them, to create the effect of stars in the sky.
• Average 1-2 cm, resemble flat-shaped sea pebbles - they cover paths, steps, or they are used for interior decoration or create decorative elements (panels).
• Large 20-30 cm, in the form of a block - they look beautiful in artificial reservoirs, either as borders along the edges of the path or as individual pebbles around the site, as an element of illumination.

By light element

• Made of polymer plastic with luminosity catalyst. The material absorbs light energy from the sun or a lamp, and then gives off a glow effect. The duration of action depends on how much was in the light. If during the day - it will shine all night, if a couple of hours, then the same amount will keep the effect.
• With LEDs inside. Runs on batteries or electricity. They illuminate well, look spectacular, but the service life is shorter than that of polymer ones.
• Marble chips are a natural material. It contains a special substance that absorbs light. Thanks to this composition, it is durable, not afraid of external influences. Looks beautiful in daylight, often used in aquariums.
• The stones are natural, painted with a special luminescent paint. An economical option, but the paint can be easily damaged by impact or weather, and re-painting will be required.

by color

• White - marble chips.
• Colored - polymeric stones.
• Transparent - with LED lamps.

What are they used for?

• To draw boundaries. For example: along the edge of a path, around a flower bed or as a frame for an artificial pond. This decor will look great on the site, does not require additional lighting, i.e. the path will be visible.
• Interesting drawing. Compose inscriptions or lay out tracks of a certain shape. Such a composition will look great from the height of the second floor.
• As an aquarium or pond decoration. Colored polymer pebbles will look interesting at the bottom of an artificial reservoir.
• Spot application. For example, in the facade of a building, a decorative element of the fence. At night, such an element will look original.
• Like highlighting an object. For example, a luminous boulder next to a tree or a garden figurine. Will gently illuminate the object and give some mystery.
• Alpine hill. For decoration, use pointwise, or make a slide of luminous stones.

How to use?

In order for the pebbles to please the eye, you must follow some rules for use:

• Take the pebbles out of the package;
• Lay out on a flat surface;
• To achieve the best effect, the stones are arranged in one layer;
• Install a light source (lamp) or sunlight, it is desirable that it falls directly on the pebbles;
• The longer the charging time, the better and longer the glow will last;
• Turn off the lights or wait for complete darkness to enjoy the beauty of the glow;
• Recharge an unlimited number of times.

How to do it yourself?

1. Select stones. Shape, size. Sea pebbles are better suited, because they have a beautiful shape and are smooth to the touch.
2. Clear of contaminants. In order for the paint to lay down well, it is necessary to clean and dry it with high quality, but it is better to treat it with an antiseptic agent so that no bacteria multiply under the paint layer.
3. Choose the right paint. The hardware stores sell luminescent paint, a wide variety of colors and brands.
4. Apply paint. To do this, if the fraction is small, then it is better to use a container in which to place the material and pour the paint. Mix well afterwards. If large stones - paint with a regular brush, apply paint only on the outside, because the rest of the fastening is not visible. Also, a spray gun or spray gun is often used when it comes to large volumes.
5. Lay flat and dry. In order for the pebbles to collect well and give off light, they need to dry out.
6. Installation. As far as design abilities allow, think over the drawing in advance or arrange it around the site as decorative elements.

Where can I buy?

In online stores (AliExpress, Wildberries, Ozon, Joom, etc.)
Pet stores that sell aquariums.

What are the benefits of using?

• Easy to use - no electricity is required to install these stones, which means no hassle with wires.
  They do not require special care - on the street, periodically washed by rain. At home, it is enough to rinse with water if it gets dusty.
• Originality - due to the beautiful, smooth shape and various shades, you can create your own design and surprise guests with interesting landscape solutions.
• Light weight - due to the fact that they are made of plastic, they are much lighter than natural ones, which is very convenient during transportation and installation.
• Saving electricity - if you place stones along the paths, or cover the path, the entire site, then you can not use street lighting. At night, the yard will be illuminated with a pleasant cozy light.
• Durability - the material from which the stones are made is durable, resistant to temperature, to weather conditions. Easily withstand the impact and weight of the machine, so you can safely use in landscape design.
• The service life is not limited - most models are charged an infinite number of times.

What brands are most often chosen?

Need for Home

The brand offers products for the home and garden, including fine-cut glowing stones. Produced in Russia.

Luminescent chips, 1 kg.

Represents a marble crumb of 5-10 mm. and 10 - 20 mm., glowing in the dark. Glow duration - 5 hours. Suitable for framing the borders of paths, flower beds. For decorating aquariums and flower pots.

Color: turquoise, blue and light green

Price: 400 rubles.

• natural material;
• long glow;
• durable;
• low price.

• poorly illuminated on the street.

wonderful garden

A variety of items to decorate the garden.

Luminous decorative stones, 12 pcs.

Made of plastic, made in China. In shape, they resemble sea pebbles, ranging in size from 3-5 cm. The duration of the glow is an hour. Perfect for decorating artificial ponds.

Color: blue, green.
Price: 300 rubles.

• look good in daylight;
• durable;
• low price.

• emit light only in complete darkness.

Oqqi

Brand of home goods, including glowing stones made of plastic. Production: China.

Luminous stones for the garden, 50 pcs.

Production material - polystyrene. Size: 2-3 cm. The shape is rounded, flat. Suitable for decorating paths, decorating the facade, doors, etc.

Color: yellow, pink, blue, purple, orange, light green, white.
Price: 245 rubles.

• bright, pleasant to the touch;
• glow for a long time;
• low price.

• not found.

Wonderful&House

A brand specializing in household items, offers decorative stones with a glow effect.

Artificial stones glowing in the dark 100 pieces, 200 gr.

Size: 2-2.5 cm. Smooth, rounded, there are packages with pebbles of the same color, or multi-colored. Suitable for creativity, decorate any aquarium or flower pot.

Colors: purple, light gray, multi-colored, green, blue.
Price: from 400 to 490 rubles.

• look good in daylight;
• durable.

• glow dimly;
• too light, float in the aquarium.

Muraveydom

A brand specializing in ant farms and accessories for them. They offer to purchase glowing stones for the farm.

Glowing stones, 7 pcs.

Multi-colored, rounded, 2 - 2.5 cm in size. They will be a great addition to an ant farm. For the effect of the glow, you need to charge in the sun for at least 3 hours.

Color: multi-colored.
Price: 200 rubles.

• smooth, pleasant to the touch;
• durable;
• look beautiful in daylight;

• a small amount in the package;
• glow dimly.

The Aliexpress online store has a large selection of luminous stones, almost all are made in China.

Rating of luminous stones, no brand name

Outdoor glowing stones, 100/200 pcs.

Made of plastic using a special technology that allows you to absorb light energy and give it back. Size: small 1 cm. Will look good in the form of a starry sky and the "Milky Way" on the site.

Colors: multi-colored, lake blue, blue, white, orange, purple, pink, yellow, green.

Price: per pack of 100 pcs. - 175 rubles, 200 pcs. - 267 rubles.

• durable;
• beautiful, pleasant to the touch;
• glow brightly;
• affordable price.

• not found.

Luminous sand stone, 10/30 gr.

Made from a special material based on fluorite, a fluorescent mineral. The small size of the stones is 1-3 mm., allows you to make beautiful paintings, various crafts, use as filling bottles or flowerpots. Production: China.

Color: 10 items (3 white with different shades of glow, blue, pink, green, orange, purple, yellow, color).

Price: for 10 gr.- 82 rubles, for 30 gr. - 186 rubles.

• shine brightly;
• good duration;
• durable.

• require artificial light to charge.

Luminous stones, fluorescent gravel, 50/100 gr.

High-quality material - resin, environmentally friendly, does not cause allergic reactions. Are used as decoration of pools. Size: from 12 to 16 mm. Produced in China.

Color: green, blue, blue-green.
Price: 204 rubles. for 50 gr. and 305 rubles. for 100 gr.

• durable;
• lasting;
• good price.

• shine dimly.

Decorative stones, shells for an aquarium, 50 pcs.

Made of acrylic, in the composition of the phosphor. The package contains 25 stones and 25 shells. Size: 2 - 3 cm. Used as a substrate for aquariums and as a decoration. Due to the attractive shape, they are in demand among children, for games and crafts. Country of origin: China.

Color: multi-colored.
Price: 400 rubles.

• durable;
• beautiful;
• safe for fish;
• glow well.

• not identified.

Decorative luminous stones, 1 kg.

Natural, made from marble chips, processed. With decorative function: glow in the dark. The size varies from 5 to 30 mm. The package contains a mix of turquoise, green and blue stones. The maximum lighting duration is 12 hours, the effect is best seen if the lighting changes abruptly (from light to darkness). Production: China.

Color: turquoise, green, dark blue.
Price: about 500 rubles.

• durable;
• do not burn out;
• are not washed off;
• glow well.

• not found.

Decorative colored stones, 50 pcs.

Made of special plastic, safe. They will look good in an aquarium, ideal for any water landscape, including for the decor of a personal plot. Size - 2 by 3 cm. Pack of 50 pcs. multi-colored pebbles.

Price: 492 rubles.

• smooth;
• durable;
• do not fade;
• safe.

• shine for a short time.

Decorative stones glowing in the dark, 140 gr.

Artificial crushed stone decorative. Will look perfect in flower pots, flower beds, florariums. Can be used for crafts with children. Size: 2 - 3 cm. In the package 140 gr., stones of the same color.

Colors: yellow, white, pink.
Price: 400 rubles.

• even, beautiful, smooth;
• are not washed off;
• tolerate temperature fluctuations;
• glow brightly;
• safe.

• take a long time to charge;
• extinguish quickly.

Luminous stones for garden decoration, 1000 pcs.

Plastic with luminosity catalyst. They are shaped like crystals. Fraction 8 -10 mm. A large color palette allows you to create perfect compositions on the plots and at home.

Colors: multi-colored, sky blue, green, light pink, pink purple, white, orange, yellow.

Price: about 740 rubles.

• look beautiful;
• are not washed off;
• large package;
• safe.

• extinguish quickly.

Green luminous quartz crystal, glows in the dark.

An interesting stone is a night lamp, spherical in shape, with a diameter of about 35 mm. White, glows green or blue at night. Suitable as a room decoration and as a lamp at night.

Price: about 255 rubles.

• looks original;
• pleasant light;

• not found.

Luminous stones, yoperlites, 50/100 gr.

Natural, containing a fluorescent substance. In appearance they resemble river pebbles, irregular shape, smoothed edges. The surface is heterogeneous, rough, indistinguishable from ordinary stone, but under ultraviolet light they emit a bright glow, similar to a flame. Very well suited for the design of nightclubs, cafes, aquariums, etc., visitors will appreciate that they will not be able to take their eyes off this mysterious object. In the package 50 gr. - 1-3 pieces, in 100 gr. - 2-6 pieces, there is a fraction of 2-3 cm, or 3-5 cm.

Price: about 321 rubles.

• natural;
• rare;
• safe;
• very bright, bewitching;
• looks natural.

• work only with ultraviolet light;
  a small amount in the package;
  high price.

Healing Crystals x5

Blue, look like crystals, 2-3 cm in size. Natural quartz, as part of a special substance fluorite, due to which a glow effect is obtained. All stones are slightly different in size, each is unique in its own way. Pack of 5

Price: about 332 rubles.

• natural;
• beautiful;
• safe;
• glows well.

• fragile;
• small amount per pack.

LED Rechargeable Pebble Stone Lamp Waterproof

Made of plastic, inside LED light and lithium battery. Charged from USB. Turns on with a button or remote control. A stone with a lighting function will be an ideal decoration in the garden.You can highlight any objects by placing such a lamp nearby.

Dimensions: 40 x 32 cm, 32 x 26 cm, 28 x 22 cm, 22 x 18 cm.

Colour: white, but backlight may vary.
Price: from 6 thousand rubles.

• waterproof;
• lasting;
• durable;
• complete light source.

• In daylight they don't look natural.

Egg Shaped LED Street Lights

Egg-shaped lantern, white, made of plastic, with built-in LED lamp and lithium battery. Charged from USB. Emits yellow light.
Turns on with a button or remote control. It will be a great addition to the courtyard decor, photo shoots, zoo, dinopark.

Dimensions: 20 by 26 cm - height 10 cm, 30 by 40 cm - height 22 cm, 25 by 33 cm - height 20 cm.

Price: about 9500 rubles.

• waterproof;
• lasting;
• original;
• durable;
• complete light source.

• not found.

Conclusion

Luminous stones are an original solution for decorating house adjoining areas and other objects. They create a romantic atmosphere. Add mystery. Walking through such a garden will delight the eye and cheer you up.