Features plastic housing with plastic mesh/metal grid and (2) 1200mAh solar powered batteries which switch on automatically at dusk. Switches from UV purple LED bug killer light to patented amber LED light for garden lighting. Black matte finish. Bug light covers up to 3/4 acre. Replace batteries with NiCd ''C'' 1200mAh rechargeable. First time use: Need to charge in full sunlight for 8 to 12 hours. Batteries should last for up to 500 full charges (1 to 2 years) and the bulbs should last approximately 10,000 hours of burn time.