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There are many factors to consider when lighting a space or project. Do you want to light the whole space or just part of it? What kind of lighting do you want, backlighting or accent lighting? What color and color temperature would be the best? How much are you willing to pay in energy costs?

Answering all these questions can be an overwhelming task. But it has to be done if you want to choose the best lighting option. LED lights are by far the more superior choice of lighting (you’ll learn more about this in a second). But what are the best LED strip lights?

The answer to that question depends on the area you want to light and your preference. In short, the best LED strip lights are the ones that illuminate your space just the way you want.

Why LED Strip Lights Are The Way To Go?

LED strip lights are all the rage right now and because of good reason. They are not only an effective way of lighting but are also easy to use and install. Here are some reasons why you should choose LED tape lights to light your homes, offices, and more.

They Are Efficient

LED technology helps you produce the same amount of light as fluorescent and incandescent light sources while consuming much less energy. This makes tape LED lights an efficient way to light your projects.

According to a study by the U.S. Department of Energy, LED lights consume 25%-80% less energy than other sources of light. Less energy consumption means less electricity cost, making LED tape lights the more affordable lighting option.

They Are Versatile

Flourescent and incandescent lighting sources are limited, both in terms of color and color temperature and in terms of use. They can’t be used to light unusual spaces or creative projects. With LED ribbon lights you can let your creativity shine.

There isn’t a lot of variety when it comes to traditional sources of lighting. LED tape lights are available in a number of shapes and sizes. You can also customize your LED light projects so they give off just the right light for your project.

They Are Easy To Maintain

Unlike traditional lighting sources, LED light strips don’t need much maintenance. Good quality ribbon lights come with weather protection so you can install them indoor or outdoor without worry. You can also choose encased LED light strips that will last you for ages.

They Are Durable

A single LED ribbon light can last for 50,000 hours. This means you don’t have to worry about changing the tape lights every few months or even years. They give you a one-and-done lighting solution for your projects.

They Are Environment-Friendly

LED lights strips are great for the environment. They help you reduce your carbon footprint, produce less heat than traditional lighting sources, and do not attract bugs (especially soil mites） when you install lights outdoor. This makes them safer to use indoor and outdoor.

What Are The Types of LED Light Strips?

There are many kinds of LED light strips found in the market. However, we can easily classify all LED light strips into three basic categories.

Flexible

Flexible LED light strips are the most common type of LED strips you’ll find in the market. They are growing in popularity due to their versatility. The LED strip lights can bend in any shape you like and can be used to illuminate unusual spaces.

Flexible LED tape lights allow you to seamlessly light your cabinets, drawers, signage, staircases and more. You can connect tapes of different lengths together to light entire warehouses and retail spaces as well.

LED ribbon lights are great for lighting creative projects. This is the reason why these lights are now being used to light indoor and outdoor events and in professional photography. Here are some common type of flexible LED light strips found in the market:

Rigid

Rigid LED light strips consist of a strip of LEDs encased in a protective body. These light strips are less common in a domestic setting but are frequently used in commercial and industrial settings to light workbenches, cabinets and more.

Rigid LED strips have extra protection against environmental factors. They are usually waterproof and dustproof increasing their longevity. Rigid tape lighting can be used both indoor and outdoor.

These tape lights can be installed easily via mounting clips so you can use them to light any space big or small. You can basically convert any flexible LED tape light into a rigid one by mounting it on a frame. Here are some of the rigid tape LED lights Elstar houses:

Silicone

Silicone LED light strips are becoming all the rage. That is because they combine the best features of both flexible and rigid LED tape lights. They are fully bendable and are encased in a silicone casing.

The silicone casing protects the LED tape from environmental factors like water and dust. Our silicone LED lights are UV resistant and salt mist proof as well. The LED strips are ultra-slim so you can use them to light tight spaces.

Silicone tape lights are not just functional, they are also safe to use and look stylish. This means you can use them in your creative LED strip design projects and use them to light accent pieces. Elstar silicone LED lights have 120 LEDs per meter and they can be easily cut. Here are some silicone LED strips we offer:

Why Do You Need To Choose The Best LED Light Strips?

Ever wonder why your lighting projects don’t turn out the way you imagined? Maybe that’s because you didn’t choose the best LED light strip for the job. There are many reasons why it is important to choose the right LED light strip for your project.

The best LED tape light for your project is important:

To get the right color: Deciding which color you want for your project can be straightforward. For example, wanting blue LED lights for your son’s room. But it gets trickier when you want a particular shade of a color. For example, wanting lime yellow lights for your shop or wanting to create a ninja turtle room for your children, you need to choose just the right LED ribbon light to get exactly the color you want.
To get the right color temperature: Color temperature is a very important consideration when choosing the right LED lights. Too cool and your space starts looking bright and striking, too warm and your space seems small and constricted. Good quality tape lights will provide you with just the right color temperature for your space.
To get the right length of strip: Imagine trying to light your workbench with a single LED strip. You won’t be able to see anything clearly. The best tape LED lights are the ones that are the right shape and size to light your project.
To get the right LED strip features: If you’re installing LED strips outside your home（such as your yard）, you need them to be weatherproof, so that the lights could illuminate the garden even in rainy night and you might think of some funny gardening quotes in this ambience. The right LED ribbon light will have all the extra features you require.
To get the right lighting effect: There are different types of LED lights for different lighting purposes. For example, under-cabinet lighting requires rigid LED tape lights.

Read our LED light strips buying guide to choose the best LED ribbon lights for your project.

What Are The Uses of LED Strip Lights?

LED light strips are extremely versatile. You can use them to light any kind of space or project. No matter how creative, flexible tape lights can help make your projects come to life. But what kind of tape light should you use to light your space? Here is a table to help you determine the right LED strip light for your project:

LED Light Strip	Features	Recommended Use (Domestic)	Recommended Use (Commercial and Industrial)
2835 Flexible LED Light Strip	Ultra Thin Super Bright Compact Size	Kitchen lighting Bathroom lighting Growth lighting	Workbench lighting Display case lighting Showcase lighting Waiting area lighting
3528 Flexible LED Light Strip	Less Bright Versatile Compact Size	Under-cabinet lighting Backlighting Living Room lighting Accent lighting Color splashing Hallway lighting	Under-cabinet lighting Hallway lighting Lobby lighting Staircase lighting Outdoor decorative lighting
5050 Flexible LED Light Strip	Three Times Brighter Compact Size 3 LED Diodes in One Housing	RGB lighting Outdoor lighting Accent lighting Task lighting	Signage lighting Warehouse lighting Office lighting Classroom lighting Hospital lighting Factory lighting
5730 Flexible LED Light Strip	Ultra Bright Greater Luminosity Powerful Strip	Garage lighting Bathroom lighting Task lighting	Operation theatre lighting Inspection room lighting

Conclusion

Choosing the right LED light strip is more than just narrowing down the features you want. In fact, that is the first step of the buying process. You need to find experienced LED light strip manufacturers to get just the right LED tape light for your space. Still confused about which tape light to buy? Reach out to us for more information.

Lighting a big space? We do bulk orders so you can get a one-stop shopping experience.