{"id":3741,"date":"2023-06-17T09:12:23","date_gmt":"2023-06-17T09:12:23","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/ledstreak.com\/?p=3741"},"modified":"2023-06-17T09:12:26","modified_gmt":"2023-06-17T09:12:26","slug":"how-to-put-led-lights-on-ceiling","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/ledstreak.com\/how-to-put-led-lights-on-ceiling\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Put LED Lights on Ceiling: Step-By-Step Guide Plus Tips"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

If you love a DIY approach, you want to learn how to put LED lights on the ceiling. After all, what better way to add style and an extra touch to your home than with LED lights?<\/p>\n\n\n\n

 But while some installations are relatively easy, installing strip lights on the ceiling can be very challenging. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

You might wonder where on the ceiling to place the strip lights and if you must use coving. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

This article outlines a step-by-step guide, plus everything else you should know about wiring and mounting LED strip lights on the ceiling.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

(Caption: LED strip lights on ceiling)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Wiring and Mounting LED Strip Lights on Ceiling: A Step-By-Step Guide <\/h2>\n\n\n\n

So you\u2019ve combed the market and found the perfect strip lights, and it\u2019s time to fix them onto your ceiling. Just follow these steps for an excellent installation:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Find the Power Supply<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Before you can start installing, first locate your power supply. Remember, LED strips run on low-voltage DC (direct current)<\/a>.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

And because home power outlets are almost always AC (alternating current)<\/a>, you require a LED driver to convert the AC to DC.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

 Also, ensure that all the batteries are in place. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Cut<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

While LED strip lights come in various sizes, you\u2019ll unlikely find one that fits exactly as you\u2019d like.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Often, you\u2019ll need to cut<\/a> a strip to get the required size. That\u2019s because you\u2019ll need extra lengths of the strip to cover edges and protruding parts.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Just ensure that you cut the strip at the marked point. Otherwise, you\u2019ll damage the strips.\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"Cutting<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

(Caption: Cutting a LED strip along markings)   <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Remove the Adhesive<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

If you\u2019re using adhesive-backed strip lights, remove them carefully. Do so by peeling the back of the paper backing to expose the adhesive. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Also, keep the support intact. Otherwise, you\u2019ll make it hard to stick the strip onto the ceiling. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Stick the Lights onto the Ceiling<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

First, before you can start sticking the strip, check the surface of your ceiling to ensure that it\u2019s clean and without moisture. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Failure to do so would cause the adhesive to wear off quickly. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Next, with your hands on the strip, peel off the back of the adhesive covering while you push the strip onto the ceiling surface. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Now continue doing so until you\u2019re done with the entire strip. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Connect to the Power Supply<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Lastly, connect the strip to a power supply. And if the strips are battery-powered<\/a>, insert the batteries.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00a0If you installed a plug-in-strip, plug the power cord into the power outlet and switch on the lights.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Alternative LED Strip Mounting Methods<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

More often than not, the adhesive degrades and stops sticking as it should. When that happens, it needs reinforcing. However, it would be better to consider alternative adhesive solutions to ensure they last long without falling off. These include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n