LED Strip Light Help & Advice
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Apply for a trade accountThe complete guide to LED strip lights
Everything you need to choose the right strip — types, voltages, IP ratings, colour temperatures, and what else you'll need to complete your installation.
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LED strip IP ratings explained
What IP20, IP44, IP65 and IP67 mean — and which rating you need for bathrooms, kitchens and outdoor use.
What LED driver do I need?
How to calculate the right driver size, the CORE range explained, and when to choose a dimmable driver.
COB vs SMD LED strips
The key differences between chip-on-board and surface-mounted strips — and how to choose for your project.
Aluminium LED profiles: a complete guide
Recessed, surface mount and corner profiles — types, diffusers, cutting, and installation tips.
Commercial LED lighting: a complete guide
Types of commercial LED lighting, lux levels by space, control systems, and energy savings for commercial projects.
What is DALI lighting?
How DALI works, how to wire it, DALI dimming explained, and whether it is right for your project.
LED strip voltage explained
12V vs 24V, forward voltage, how to calculate the right power supply, and why Lumily specifies 24V as standard.
LED strip lights troubleshooting guide
Flickering, not turning on, dimmer at one end, remote not working — practical fixes for the five most common problems.
How to install LED strip lights
Step-by-step: planning your run, cutting to length, connecting to a driver, mounting and testing.
How to install an LED profile
Cutting, mounting, fitting the strip, diffuser and end caps for a clean, professional finish.
How to install LED strips in a kitchen
Under-cabinet, ceiling cove and plinth lighting — with IP rating advice for areas near water.
How to install LED strips in a bathroom
Zones, IP ratings, mirror lighting, plinth lighting and shower niches — all covered.
How to cut and join LED strip lights
Where to cut, how to use connectors and joining clips, and the mistakes to avoid.
How to write a lighting specification
A step-by-step guide for designers and contractors — objectives, performance requirements, compliance, controls, and procurement.
Kitchen LED lighting ideas
Under-cabinet, ceiling coves, plinth lighting and island accents — layered schemes that transform the space.
Living room LED lighting ideas
Ceiling coves, TV backlighting, feature walls, slat panels and staircase lighting.