{"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
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
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 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 (Caption: Cutting a LED strip along markings) <\/p>\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 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 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 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 Because the LED strip lights won\u2019t always stay on, it would be best if they stay hidden.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n See, you want your friends to be pleasantly surprised when the lights come on and they see the beautiful ambiance the lighting creates. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Also, you want to ensure that all the components stay hidden from view as they\u2019re an eyesore when exposed. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Now there are two ways you can hide the strips. One, you can use the drop-down ceiling mounting in your room. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Alternatively, you can use coving. It provides extra space for hiding the strip lights. <\/p>\n\n\n\n The aluminum coving has a lip on the side to hide the strips and will likely blend in with your wall. But don\u2019t worry. It does no harm to the light\u2019s glow. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Due to their size and appearance, connectors stand out on a wall after a LED strip lights installation. <\/p>\n\n\n\n But since you cannot do without them, the solution is to hide them. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Thankfully, there are various cord covers available that are compatible with your ceiling colors. <\/p>\n\n\n\n See, these boxes allow you to hide the connectors in distinctive places. <\/p>\n\n\n\n And once you\u2019re done fixing the lights on your ceiling, you can mount the covers using either mounting tape or screws. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Alternatively, you could paint the box to blend in with your paint color. That way, you are able to bring out the beauty of your strip lights. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Interestingly, there are a few factors to keep in mind when deciding where to place LED strip lights. First, ensure that the surface is clean, absolutely dry, and well-ventilated.<\/p>\n\n\n\n In fact, you\u2019ll find that if the room is always well-ventilated, then the surface can stay moisture-free, and so can the lights. Also, avoid stuffy or congested spaces. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Now the ceiling edge is the perfect place to mount strip lights. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Because besides being smooth and uniform, these edges also ensure that the light produced gets distributed uniformly. And that way, it brings out the lights well. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Well, you don\u2019t strictly have to install LED lights with coving. It depends on your budget as these incur an extra cost. <\/p>\n\n\n\n As mentioned, coving helps hide the strip lights and it just might be that you love the naked look of the strips. And if that\u2019s the case, there\u2019s no need to hide them. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Simply install a dimmer switch to regulate the brightness of the strip lights to reduce glare.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n But if you want the ceiling lit more, install the lights three to five inches from the ceiling. Also, you can place the strips about a foot below the ceiling. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Doing that provides enough space for the lights to glow upwards. <\/p>\n\n\n\n That said, the installation depends primarily on whether you have a drop-down, false, or suspended ceiling. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Here\u2019s what you can do to get the best out of your newly installed LED strip lights:<\/p>\n\n\n\n (Caption: Colord LED strips)<\/p>\n\n\n\n (Caption: Remote controlled LED strip lights)<\/p>\n\n\n\n As mentioned earlier, the adhesive that comes with the strips wears off pretty fast. Therefore, it\u2019s best to reinforce it. <\/p>\n\n\n\n To do so, depending on how smooth or rough the surface is, you can use double-sided tape or foam backing tape to ensure the strips stick better. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Also, you can use LED strip fixing clips. <\/p>\n\n\n\nCut<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Remove the Adhesive<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Stick the Lights onto the Ceiling<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Connect to the Power Supply<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Alternative LED Strip Mounting Methods<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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How to Hide LED Strip Lights on Ceiling<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
How to Hide LED Strip Lights Connectors <\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Where On the Ceiling Should You Place LED Strip Lights? <\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Must You Install LED Strip Lights on the Ceiling With Coving? <\/h2>\n\n\n\n
How to Get the Most Out of Your LED Lights<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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FAQs<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
What Is the Best Way to Put LED Lights In a Room?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
How Do You Install LED Lights?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n