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So, you've picked your new LED strip lights. Before you order, it's worth checking that you have everything you need to install them properly. The LED tape is the part you'll see, but it may not be the only component your installation requires. Depending on the type of tape you've chosen, you'll need the right power supply and, for some types of LED tape, a compatible controller. You may also need a core cable or connectors to help you position a… Read more

If you look anywhere that sells LED Strip Lights, you’ll notice that something called “COB Tape” dominates the industry now. In plain english, COB tapes are the newer, seamless strips that don’t have that dotted look of the tapes from years ago - what we call SMD tapes. Now strip lights have been around long enough that you may well have some in your own home, and they may well be the SMD “dotted” style tapes t… Read more

LED Strip Lights can be a bit of a minefield even if you’re only after a simple setup. Which tape will be best? What driver do I need? How do I get smart lighting? Unless you know what you’re doing, there are a lot of moving parts to LED tape. Luckily though, we are experts in all things LED strips, so what we have put together here is a complete start to finish guide on everything you might need for your tape install, what it’s… Read more

They say the kitchen is the heart of the home. And it seems that people are really buying into this! (For the record, we agree!) For this reason, kitchens have become some of the most popular communal areas in the home, almost replacing the living room for enjoying some down time. It’s fair to say then, that making the kitchen look as nice as possible is a much bigger priority than it was before, and lighting plays a crucial part in this. G… Read more