Will these work to add lighting above my kitchen cabinets? Does this come complete or do I need to buy anything else
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They should be great for your application. You can get dimmers for these and you will need a transformer if you will run on AC.
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you have to buy a adapter like this http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00KKU7U6W
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I think that's a great idea. Yes, we did have to use a separate adapter (Power Converter) is what my husband calls it. He did all that because I am not very savvy on such things. I did not look, but I would guess the seller would have anything else that is required.
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This is the exact application I used it for. It throws a nice uniform light the entire length of the strip. You will need to purchase a12v DC adapter which will then plug into a standard outlet.
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I'm an electrical contractor and we do use these as "effects indirect type lighting" in kitchens and baths....I don't think it comes with a 12V transformerbut it's very reasonably priced and a 12V transformer is very inexpensive. We use them quite often and have had no call backs to date.
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Yes- I believe they will work fine. I have installed mine in my kitchen under the cabinets but the LED lights are not as bright as I had hoped - they are acceptable , but for impressive lighting solutions I would go with electric if you can run the wiring. If not, then these are are a great solution and better than no lighting at all. I don't keep them on for very long - only when I need them. I installed the remote on the wall- it is wonderful. Overall the concept is fantastic - but the light emitted is thin. Hope this helps -- Good luck!
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Standard cabinet depth is 12" and I would plan on having strips about the same width as your cabinet doors. This will give you plenty of light as they are very bright when not dimmed and the dimmers have four levels to control them. I placed the strips just behind the cabinet front door frames and this provided light to the entire counter top.
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I'm not sure. I bought them mostly for decor, not to light up a pathway or anything. They are not real bright, they just define the entrance to my property.
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Our's are mounted at the front of the cabinets which puts them over the middle of the countertops. The lip at the bottom of the cabinets then shields the lights from view. They give plenty of light for that setup, but can't say for sure how they would do from the back. I would guess they would be OK but they might be too visible. Hope that is of some use.
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This will not be enough lighting for the entire 10 x 10 area, as these are only 300 watts. You can use them mostly for filler lighting, but will need something with more wattage for 10 x 10. I suggest at least 500 watts. Hope this helps...
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I have not installed any lights, but doing so is a great idea! The framework of the unit itself is delicate and the glass shelves are large, so they shouldn't block light at all. My only concern would be how to install a light so that it doesn't look ugly. Good luck; I'd love to see your finished project!
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These are only lights, there is nothing else provided, including instructions. You will need to build/obtain a transformer, connection to a power source, and waterproof case for the connection and transformer. Unless you are familiar with building light systems, this is not a good product. After receiving the lights, I determined it would cost another $100 or so for the needed materials and a few hours to make the rig.
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Hello Deb, I own a mobile DJ company, and we use these for up lighting against walls, and they are more than bright enough to do this. I don't know how exactly you plan on using these, but there are brighter one's, and I would recomend spending the extra $20.00 per light if you plan on using them for anything else than up lighting. Hope this helps, and answers your question. Craig
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I'm not sure? To insure you have a spare light or two simply buy a kit with more lights that you think you will need. These lights are very bright so I would suggest you temporarily attach until you get the lighting effect you want; then clean the attachment area with rubbing alcohol for the permanent attachment. Good luck... j.d.
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That would work as you can keep adding extensions. Make sure though you screw the fixtures into the wall. Just for stability.
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I bought two for my living room, one on each side of a picture over my fireplace. My house is old too, but if you are using them as actual lights and not accent lighting you might want four or look at something else. They really do not give off that much light.
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They come with the light, a mounting bracket and about 6" of wire. From there you'll need enough wire to reach your power and ground source. You might also need a fuse holder, a switch and or a relay. They hook up like any other auxiliary light.
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You can but we wanted the stability of using screws. Used short ones so they did not pop up through the cabinet bottoms. We love these lights ! They are nice and bright and provide a lot of under cabinet lighting.
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the one i order doesn't have lights looks good for price not so big problem for me to assemble . My wife is happy . If u wish to have lights u can bay additionally in menards / home dipot etc just drill hole on topof cabinet like one for any door in house and easily instal light with some cord u can use so meny different lights .
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You should not need anything else to install the lights. I created a fuse able link during my installation just as a preventive measure, but that option is up to you.
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Nice choice. These arrive as a (reel of) ribbon with the LEDs on one surface and a light adhesive on the other surface. They mount easily on a surface - but determine your length and cut the ribbon where indicated BEFORE exposing the adhesive. Unfortunately they are not a thing of beauty except for CP-30. If you are going for a "high tech" look, they are your choice. They mount easily hidden behind the front of a cabinet for a kitchen installation. I am about to mount some inside a frame with stained glass in the frame - their light will be reflected off a white surface. Good luck. Nice choice. These arrive as a (reel of) ribbon with the LEDs on one surface and a light adhesive on the other surface. They mount easily on a surface - but determine your length and cut the ribbon where indicated BEFORE exposing the adhesive. Unfortunately they are not a thing of beauty except for CP-30. If you are going for a "high tech" look, they are your choice. They mount easily hidden behind the front of a cabinet for a kitchen installation. I am about to mount some inside a frame with stained glass in the frame - their light will be reflected off a white surface. Good luck.