How to Install LED Strip Lights
LED strips run on safe 24V DC. The driver connects to 230V mains and must be wired by a qualified electrician.
Plan your run
Measure total strip length. Multiply W/m by length and add 20% headroom to find your driver size. Order everything before starting.
Cut to length
Cut only at designated cut marks. Sharp scissors, clean perpendicular cut.
Prepare the profile
Cut profile to length. Feed the driver lead through the end before mounting.
Connect to the driver
Positive (red) to +V, negative to -V. Your electrician connects the driver to the 230V mains supply.
Mount the strip
Clean the surface thoroughly. Press the self-adhesive strip firmly into place. For profiles, slide the strip into the channel before mounting the profile.
Test before finishing
Power up and check the full length is lit evenly. Fix any connection issues before sealing profiles or finishing surfaces.
What you'll need
- LED strip lights
- CORE 24V driver, correctly sized
- Driver connection lead
- Aluminium profile (recommended for visible runs)
- Sharp scissors