Colorful LED strips - a must-have for creative people and decoration enthusiasts
Are decoration and effects totally your thing? Then you definitely need LED strips, also known as LED strips or LED strips, in your home. And if you like it, you can also use it outdoors. What exactly are LED strips? Well, basically plastic strips with small diodes that glow in a variety of colors and can change their color. The special feature: The strips are very flexible and adapt easily to different objects - whether round or square.
What are LED strips suitable for?
The colorful decorative lighting can be found everywhere in the house and garden. And to create a beautiful look and atmosphere. But here and there it also fulfills a functional purpose. For example, when used in the kitchen as an alternative to under-cabinet lights.
An overview of the locations:
- atmospheric backlighting for television screens
- Indirect lighting of furniture
- on balcony and terrace railings
- on steps in the house and garden
- in the commercial sector for illuminated advertising, e.g. for the illumination of large letters
- on a laptop or in the car - because models with a USB port are of course also available
Please note: If you use the colorful LED strips outdoors - or in the bathroom or kitchen** - they should have an appropriate protection rating. Because water and electricity don't mix. With protection class IP44 and above, this pretty decorative lighting is a good choice. This is because the diodes are protected against foreign bodies that are one millimeter or larger and against splashing water.\
You can find out what the other possible types of protection mean in this practical overview:
| Digit IPX4 | Protection against foreign bodies |
| 0 | No protection |
| 1 | Protected against solid foreign bodies ≥ 50 mm |
| 2 | Protected against solid foreign bodies ≥ 12.5 mm |
| 3 | Protected against solid foreign bodies ≥ 2.5 mm |
| 4 | Protected against solid foreign bodies ≥ 1 mm |
| 5 | Dust-protected |
| 6 | Dustproof |
| Digit IP4X | Protection against moisture |
| 0 | No protection |
| 1 | Protected against vertically impinging dripping water |
| 2 | Protected against dripping water at an angle
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| 3 | Protected against water spray |
| 4 | Protected against splash water |
| 5 | Protected against water jets |
| 6 | Protected against strong water jets |
| 7 | Protected against temporary submersion |
| 8 | Protected against permanent submersion |
How are LED strips connected and fixed?
It's really quite simple: LED strips usually have adhesive tape on the back. This means that they can be easily stuck to all types of smooth and, of course, clean and dry surfaces. Smooth glass surfaces are particularly suitable, as are tiles and metal. The LED strip is then put into operation via a plug-in power supply unit. Simply plug them into the nearest socket and be amazed at what these little lights can do.
What lengths are LED strips available in?
The LED strips usually have a length of 1-5 meters. The exact length in centimeters can be found in the product details in our store. Five meters not enough for you? Then it's best to choose a model that is expandable. Our specialist advisors will be happy to advise you using the contact details below.
Can LED strips be cut and connected?
For the handymen among you: Yes, you can. However, there is one big but to consider: You may only use the scissors on strips for which this is explicitly intended. This must be indicated on the packaging. This is also noted in the article texts in our store. And if you have any questions about the best way to tackle your LED strip with scissors, our expert advisors will be happy to help. You will find the contact details below.
Tip: If LED strips can be cut to length, there are usually small scissor symbols on the strip to indicate the cutting edge. You should definitely stick to this.
From which brand manufacturers are LED strips available?
Do you have a very clear idea of what you want to use your LED strips for - and do you already have a manufacturer brand in mind? To check which manufacturers offer the versatile LED strips, simply select the "Manufacturer " filter in the store and take a look. Take a look at the LightStrips from Philips Hue, for example.
If you still have any questions, please do not hesitate to call us using the contact details below.
Can LED strips also be dimmed?
Your new LED strips for pretty decorative lighting should not only be colorful, but also cozy! And what could be better for this than dimmed light? Of course, this also works with the small diodes on the practical, flexible strips. Depending on the item, they can be dimmed by remote control or via a smartphone app.
And a color change is also possible?
Do you enjoy trying out different lighting effects in different colors and switching between them depending on your mood? Then LED strips with multicolor function are just the thing for you. You can see which light strips can do this in the category overview in the store by the colorful circle symbol in all rainbow colors. And once you have clicked on the item, you will see it confirmed once again in the product details.
Tip: Models are also available that cannot light up in all conceivable colors, but can change the light color from warm white to daylight white. You can also find this information in the product details or look out for the circle symbol in yellow and blue.
Are there also models with a battery?
You love the idea of equipping your furniture and stairs with LED strips - but you don't want any more tangled cables? Then we have good news. The decorative LED light strips are also available with a battery - so they are mobile to take around the home. Please refer to the item descriptions to find out whether this is the case. Of course, you can also call our specialist advisors and ask which models are suitable for you. You will find the contact details below.
How can LED strips be controlled?
Here, too, there are many possibilities. Depending on your personal preference, you can choose between:
- Models that can be controlled **by remote control
- Models that can be controlled via smartphone app and turn the LED strip into a networked part of the entire smart home lighting system
- Models that can be adjusted via a control unit on the LED strip itself
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