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Flexible LED strip lights are a very popular tool for interior and exterior décor. They come in various colors and types, and have a near limitless amount of uses. However, every buyer should be aware of some basic facts about LED strip lights. Narrowing down on the correct type of LED strip lights will not only enhance their use but will give you the best value.

The universal advantages of LED strip lights include energy efficiency, eco- friendliness and a life span of over 50,000 hours.

Some of the basic facts of LED strip lights include the following:

• LED lights are available in two main styles. SMD 5050 strips create more light and have fewer LEDs/meter. SMD 3528 strips have 60 LEDS/meter while the 5050′s have 30. Both varieties can be found in many different colors.

• LED strip lights come in various colors including warm white, white and pink, in addition to the standard RGB colors as well as RGB color changing. The prices vary according to the color.

• LED strip lights are easy to apply anywhere because they have a self adhesive backing that holds it’s strength well on almost any surface.

• One great feature of LED strip lights is the ability to cut them every three LEDs(every 2-4 inches). This makes custom jobs easy!

• LED strip lights are available in waterproof and non-waterproof models. The waterproof versions hold an IP67 waterproof rating which is safe up to one meter under water.

• LED strip lights usually have a working voltage of 12V DC.

• LED power consumption usually ranges from 2.4W – 3.6W.

These are the main features you will have to take into account when buying a LED strip light. Remember, that depending on the situation, sometimes even the most basic LED strip light might be enough. Before buying LED strip lights, make a list of all your requirements including, color, brightness, length and the input voltage. These lights are great for placing under cabinets, on walls, or anywhere else you can think of. Once you have an idea of what you need, you can go ahead and buy the most suitable type of LED strip light.

You can line your garden path with them so that it is easier for people to see the edges at night and so that it looks nice. You can also use them to line the edges of your porch or you can hang them under the rails. Clear rope lights give the area a classic look and produce a soft glow. The company also manufactures lights in a number of colors and you can even splice different colors together.

You could use rope lights to outline the porch steps, which helps everyone see them so that no one will trip in the dark. They can also be used to outline doors and even outdoor umbrellas if you feel like it. You can also use them around your pool. It is always nice to have extra lighting around the pool for safety when you want to use it at night.

Wherever you put the rope lights, you need to make sure that you have access to an outlet so that you can plug the lights in. You can also hardwire these lights, but we recommend consulting an electrician beforehand.

To install the lights you use mounting clips, and you need one for every one foot or so and more in areas where you make a bend. If you have to make a sharp bend, the company recommends using a new strand of rope lights. They can bend to almost 180 degrees, but sharp kinks can damage the lights and make them stop working.

Whatever it is that needs decorating inside or outside your home, you can use rope lights to add subtle but beautiful accents and ensure that your backyard is the best decorated in the neighborhood.

You can also use these lights for more day-to-day decorating. For example, if you have a back porch or patio you can use rope lights to line the edges, which gives the area a special look. You can also border the edges of a garden path. These lights are especially useful if you have outdoor steps because the lights will let people know where the edge is located making them safer for everyone.

You can also use these lights inside. You can put them in the top of your cabinets so that you can see what is inside them or to cast charming accent lighting. It also makes them glow, which looks cool at any party. You can use rope lights to outline your stairs. This makes it much safer to go up and down them in the dark. You can even put up a section or two in the bathroom so that it is easier to see things during the night.

Glow effect created by rope lights

Do you have kids? Then these lights are a great way to create a cool atmosphere in their bedroom. You can use them on the walls or the ceiling to light the place up and make sure your child has a room like no other.

If you like having a lot of color or if you like having a unique style, you should consider using rope lights in your home. Whatever your tastes, rope lights are a great way to decorate your home for everyday use or for any occasion.