How to use LED Strip Lighting to transform a space

LED strip lighting has enjoyed a boom in recent years – hugely popular with installers, designers and the end consumer alike, its ability to enhance features and create desired aesthetics have turned it into a mainstream lighting solution in projects of all scales and budgets.

Perhaps the most attractive attribute of LED strip lighting is its versatility. It can be used in an array of different spaces such as ceiling alcoves, wall recesses and other structural features and to add interest to media walls and wardrobe interiors. And it is crucial for installers to understand what the options are and where to use them.

• Dot free COB strips – offer a continuous line of light for enhanced aesthetic appearance. Ideal for spaces where the LED strips themselves may be visible such as in shopfitting, under cabinet lighting or in reflective spaces where a lot of light may bounce back.
• Dim to warm strips – offer a choice of colour temperatures
• Eco and high efficiency strips – prioritise cost-effectiveness and energy saving benefits.
• Flexible strip lights – great for design-led spaces because the tape bends around curves and corners.
• Colour options – from white to tunable white, RGB, RGBW and RGBTW
• Pixel – strip that enables dynamic lighting effects to be created for example in bowling alleys.

In terms of installation, the main benefit of LED strip lights is the adhesive backing, allowing them to be mounted instantly and directly onto clean, dry surfaces without the need for brackets or screws. Aluminium extrusion profiles can also be used if the positioning is visible. Once in place, the strip can be cut to length and connected using plug-and-play connectors or soldered joins, depending on the system.

With plenty of advantages, LED strip lighting is a smart choice for installers. In addition to their aesthetic appeal and easy installation, LED strips are energy-efficient – a significant benefit for residential and hospitality projects.