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THE EFFECT DETERMINES THE CHOICE

VARIOUS INTERESTING FACTS ABOUT THE CHOICE FOR LED STRIPS

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In our previous article about profiles with LED lights we explained what LED lights actually are and we briefly considered the LED strip. We defined the LED strip as a product with various applications which you can use to apply light lines and/or highlights in a stylish manner. We also said that it’s about making choices: Do you want main lights or, on the contrary, highlights or sphere lights?

In this article we tell you about the various general points which it is best to know about LED strips and what the options are. This means you also know what is best for which use and on which floor it is most suitable. Remember the English abbreviation LED actually stands for light emitting diode.

Formats and colours

Generally speaking, a LED strip makes it possible to provide illumination for your house and your profiles in an original and indirect manner. LED strips are available in all forms, sizes, and colours and are very flexible. A LED strip works on 12V direct voltage and most LED strips are given a coat of adhesive on the back of the strip to simplify the fastening. Another word of advice: There are some models available which are not watertight, and that’s not such a good choice for application on a profile. And so, be sure to check this.

A LED light strip is actually no more than literally a tape onto which dozens of little diodes are fitted. Obviously, the number of diodes varies depending on the length of the strip (up to four to five metres) and the model (a single or double row). You can also cut a LED strip into pieces so that it fits perfectly in the place where you want it. Note: Since LED strips also emit heat, it’s important to integrate them into a ‘cool body’ (aluminium profile). Such a cool body is an asset for maintenance since it protects the LED strip against dust.

Options

As we’ve said, LED strips are available in all sorts of designs. A summary: - Width: There’s plenty of choice in terms of width, from very thin to very wide. The choice depends mainly on the required effect. If you want a light strip, it’s best to choose a model from 0.5 to 3cm wide.

For indirect lighting, an invisible, constant, and wider light is a better choice. - Colour temperature: The heat of the light is expressed in Kelvin (K) and varies from hot to cold. For instance, the colour temperature of very hot white light is about 2,700K. A somewhat cooler white light is about 3,500K. When the colour temperature is 4,000K, a fairly cool white is diffused. - Colour rendering: Apart from the colour temperature, the colour rendering index (CRI) of LED strips is at least as important. The colour rendering index gives the extent to which this equates to natural light on a scale from 0 to 100. For attractive light you can count on a

CRI of 80, but professionals prefer a CRI of 90. - Watt per metre: If you are looking for warm soft lighting, a LED strip light of 5 to 10W (Watts) per metre is ideal. You can say that the stronger the light, the more Watts per metre the light contains (obviously with the related higher energy consumption). - Different atmospheres: As with classic LED lamps, you can also opt with LED light strips for a dimmer model. The light varies from cool white to warm white. You can also opt for an RGB LED strip whereby the LED strip even changes colour. - Price and quality: As you have surely noticed, there is now an almost infinite choice in designs and price categories. And so, ask for advice from your supplier to find out which type of LED lighting is best for the specific site which you have in mind.

What’s on the market ?

Auer Metallprofile

In order to offer even more creative room design options, Auer Metallprofile, the profile manufacturer from Aue, has optimized its previous LED stair nosing with direct lighting in 2021 and at the same time enormously expanded its LED range to include an LED stair nosing with indirect lighting and 2 LED Skirting boards with indirect in the sizes 60x15 mm and 100x15 mm. In addition to their functional elegance, these three new design elements convince in modern room worlds primarily through their simplicity and their spacious cable duct, which enables accurate, neat installation. For individual room designs, the Auer LED profiles are in stock or can be produced in various anodized and RAL colors. Either equipped with your own 8mm wide LED strips or optionally selectable from Auer with subtle, medium or very strong LED illumination, the LED profiles with various accessories, individually as components, or, depending on the profile, as screw-on all-round carefree -Package available ready-made.

Carl Prinz

At the moment, we have 5 different LED-Profiles in our range. Thanks to their versatility they cover more application ranges as it seems. Especially the Prinz aluminium skirting board no. 358 can also be mounted on the upper side of the wall to create a discreet ceiling light. Furthermore: depending on the wall construction, Prinz LED aluminum skirting boards can be fitted onto the wall, or they can be installed flush-mounted. The LED-duct "LUXline" can extend to any direction, thanks to its universal corner piece. Plus, it can be combined with any skirting board of choice - so the scope of design is almost infinite. Our skirting boards are fastened by concealed clips, so no screws are visible after laying. As for the stair nosings, they have to be screwed onto the stairs for safety reasons. Buf for our latest item in the LED range, stair nosing, no. 219, the screw heads are hidden by the flooring afterwards. Besides one stair nosing, that is especially suitable for LVT dryback up to 3 mm, all LED profiles are suitable for all types of flooring, from thin design floorings up to ceramic tiles and solid parquet. FN Neuhofer

Skirtings with LED lights are trendy and can ensure safety too. They are used to generate special moods in a room or to spend small light on your nightly way to the bathroom. The FN LED-track is placed near the floor so it will highlight the wood grain in brushed floors. The FN LED light system offers a combination of fixing rail and LED ducting. Any Neuhofer skirting up to 90 mm in height and fitted with a clip groove may be plugged on. You find many solutions on the market, for stairs and for skirtings. But the main application will be the skirting. On stairnoses it`s a little complicated to get the electricity to each stairnose. Therefore you need a little more than common DIY-skills. But the application in the skirting is very easy, so most people use it there. The floorboard thickness does not have an effect on the type of LEDlight. The installation is easy, so floor fitters can fit this skirtings by themselves. Such LED-lights are normally connected to the electricity circuit with a transformator because they are powered by low Voltage energy (12V or 24V).

Progress Profiles

When designing an interior environment, details are very important and even a specific profile can create a new modern and contemporary atmosphere. Progress Profiles offers a wide range of profiles that respond to the latest market requests and design trends. PROLEDLIGHT System, for example, comprehends an extensive range of profiles for walls, stairs and skirting provided with LED lights to decorate spaces in a way far beyond traditional lamps and light. PROSKIRTING GILED, created and patented in collaboration with the Architect Gilberto Toneguzzi, is provided with an integrated LED lighting; it can be used as skirting board or installed along the ceiling edges.