8 ways to Create a Cozy Lighting with LED Strips

In the past, switching on the light could be tantamount to expensive and slow heating. Today efficient LED lighting offer you many options to decorate your home. You can choose from a wide range of color temperatures, lumen levels and forms.

LED strips are versatile and can be customized. They can be placed different places in the home, basically through adhesive back or via clips as far the power and surfaces is within reach, to which the strips can be attached. In this blog post, you can read more about 8 ways to use LED strips in your home and create the absolutely perfect atmosphere in any room.

1. Light for multiple purposes
You can relatively easy install LED strips in your home. It is a cheaper alternative when you want to emphasize the ceiling or put special architectural details in focus such as
Create a warm feeling in your entrance, which is the first thing your guests see
Add ambiance to your bathroom
If you are living in an older house or apartment you can highlight ceiling details by highlighting it with light
Use LED strips in your kitchen to illuminate for under cabinets.

2. Don’t overlook the bathroom
the bathroom is typically the space where we forget or at least give low priority to decor and lighting. In addition to installing backlighting behind the mirror, you can also add low light with the soft lighting LED strips provides.
You should keep in mind that the bathroom is often an area where the lighting itself can withstand e.g. dust and water. Therefore, we recommend that you always choose lamps with IP rating of 65.

3. Cabinet light with sensor
You may have seen that display windows use LED strips as an added feature. You can choose to use LEDs with sensors that will ultimately improve the space and purpose you want to cover. Lighting under the cabinet will cover the functional need, which means that when you open cabinets and drawers, the light will automatically turn on and off.
It’s a smart way to help you get a complete overview of everything you have in your closet. This way, you do not always need to turn on your ceiling light if you need to find something that is located in the back of the drawer or closet.

4.Light behind the mirror minimizes shadows
We see this type of lighting becoming more and more popular in ordinary homes. Backlighting behind the mirror is an updated approach to mirror light bulbs. It will create a soft glow, provide a very even light level and limited shadows that we would prefer to avoid when we see ourselves in the mirror.

5. LED strips are ideal for shelves
If you choose to apply lighting to your shelves, they can help highlight your favorite books, collectibles or art in an interesting way. LED strips consume approx. 90% less energy than traditional filament-based light sources. Overall, commercial LED strips will give you over 70,000 hours of lifespan, after which the light will still emit 70% of its original brightness which of course will minimize maintenance costs.
This type of lighting is especially ideal for the size of the bookshelf as it can be adapted to any length.

6. Stairs
You can also use LED strips under the handrail or under the tread. In most cases, lighting on the stairs is not only served to look nice, but the light also has a real function in terms of safety and navigation. Yet again LEDs is a good choice that consumes less energy and installing the light with a sensor can at the same time minimize your electricity consumption.

7. Assemble your furniture with the light
You probably know it. You have been advised that white walls give the feeling of a larger space? The same is true of using light with our furniture. If you add strips under furniture it will not only creatre a unique glow but helps to make less space feel larger as well. Of course, not all furniture will produce the right effect. You may want to consider accent lighting for:
Sofas and armchairs – adds atmosphere and makes it easier to find the remote when someone puts it under the sofa
Tables – update an old table with the modern look of LED strip lights to add a soft light
Cribs and beds – lighting makes it easy for you to see at night without waking your children or partner, or adding them to a headboard that enhances the atmosphere.

Outdoor lighting
You can easily use LED strips for outdoor use. However, you should be aware that the lamps have the correct classifications based on the environmental conditions to which the light is exposed. Look for IP65 rating or higher in areas where spraying, rain or lighting will be exposed to dust and dirt. Otherwise they can be placed almost anywhere.
Whether you want to create a cozy atmosphere with lighting on stairs up to the garden, railings, paths or something completely fourth – LED strips are a great way to do it!

Tips on LEDs

Lighting and lighting are rapidly advancing in the industry, but they can also be harmful as they are a viable option. Here are three tips to help us better understand LEDs:

1. There are small, powerful light sources that are transforming the world of lighting and lighting.

LED – LED stands for Light Emitting Diode, an electrical component that generates light in a semiconductor. Using this material to produce an LED, this piece produces different waves of visible light.

Schematic overview of an LED chip

White light is created by using a blue chip and adding a yellow layer of phosphor or a combination of green, blue and red diodes (chips). The first method is to incorporate phosphorus in the industry because of its flexibility and effectiveness. An added phosphor layer can be added on top of each chip alone or as a layer over the complex diodes. Both methods will produce a specific color spectrum depending on the added phosphor layer.

In general, LED technology is not a new technology. In the past we used them in various parts such as green and red LEDs on a TV. This type of LED is called low power. Over the past few years, the power of LED chips has increased to 8 watts, and the debate over lowering the cost level has led to the adoption of this technology in the lighting industry.

LED spectral curve

Market research shows that by year 3, about 5% of the old lighting equipment will be replaced with LEDs. Since LEDs are more expensive than conventional lighting sources, the final cost of this equipment will be higher for consumers (of course, we will say that in the end, considering all the cost factors involved in using the LED). LEDs will be less efficient than other sources.) The efficiency of LEDs, like other light sources, is measured in lumens per watt.

It is expected that by the next decade the light output of these sources will be as high as 200 lumens per watt, although the lights used by the chips may cause the number to drop to 160 lumens per watt.

Future comparison of different light sources market

2. Can be more efficient than many light sources.

Another feature of LEDs compared to other conventional light sources is the diffraction of light in a certain direction. Since we often want the light to go down, LEDs have the feature to allow light to The lower side will direct the light without wasting it on the usual reflectors of the lamps.

The optical performance of the LEDs is measured in lumens per watt. And the optical efficiency of fluorescent lamps is measured with the LOR-Light Output Ratio unit. This unit shows the optical efficiency of these sources.

The LED optical rate may give us a false impression of the amount of light emitted by the overall light output. When calculating the fluorescent lamp output light flux, we must consider the LOR of the lamp at the same time as the lamp output lamp. To have it.

Type of light and fluorescent light sources

3. Because they do not need to be replaced, they are longer than other light sources.

Another feature of LEDs is their long life span. Because they have no moving parts and no strings to damage, they have a long lifespan. That makes it a great option for situations where high-altitude lights are installed and switching on the light bulb is not easy. Typically, a lamp’s lifespan is a period of time when the lamp’s output light flux is reduced to 5% of the light bulb’s early life. This is called the L70.

According to the L70 definition, LEDs have an estimated lifespan of about 3 hours. Fluorescent lamps need to be replaced 1 or 2 times over a period of 3 hours, and they will have between 2 and 3 percent light loss each time, however, during this time the LEDs do not need to be replaced and approximately 2 percent They will have light flux.

Driver lifespan in many cases depends on the type of system design. For example, the driver will be suitable for a period of 3 hours at a certain temperature for a 5 hour LED life, otherwise we will need to replace the driver. And keep in mind that switching drivers is not always easy, especially when the driver is not easily accessible

Compare the lifetime of different light sources

4. The lifetime of the diode is determined by their internal diode temperature.

The internal temperature of the LED chips increases greatly, making the light output gradually less and less.

The higher the internal temperature of the chips, the faster the chip output of the LED chip is. Higher temperatures mean that the blue chip and the phosphor layer on the chip are destroyed, resulting in the loss of light output of the LED chip, which happens slowly and gradually.

This increase in room temperature occurs at the normal room temperature. It is clear that the higher the ambient temperature, the higher the room temperature. Some observations show that a 2 degree increase in temperature leads to a half life of shelf life.

For example, some lighting equipment manufacturers say that it reduces the degree of shelf life by up to 4 hours, which is not the case for all LEDs. Another case that affects the amount of light output is the current passing through the diode.

Higher current will lead to higher temperature and decrease shelf life of the lamp. Therefore, managing the temperature of the LED chip is a key point in controlling their lifespan. For this purpose, a LED headlight is designed for heat exchange and cooling based on a specified lifetime.

Investigation of proper operating temperature of LEDs and their relationship with lifetime

5. They are capable of producing different light colors, even in the so-called white light color they have different spectra.

6. The color coefficient of the LEDs is determined by their spectrum.

7. With LEDs we will have a new opportunity to evolve the spectrum of different colors.

8. The LED driver adjusts them, which means that it prevents them from becoming too hot and unstable.

9. Proper use can reduce overall costs.

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Light Measurement Unit:

Candela:

A candela is the light intensity given in a particular direction from a monochromatic light source with a frequency of 540 ter Hz, with a radial intensity of 638 watts per acre.

Usually the intensity of brightness or amount of light in a particular direction is determined by the candela.

For example, a regular candle with a very high approximation of a candle has a light intensity and the light intensity of a 40 watt bulb is about 35 candles.

Estradian (sr):

In the International Standard System of Units, the unit is the spatial angle unit.

Estradians use three-dimensional space to describe two-dimensional angles, just as radians are used to describe angles in two-dimensional plates.

What is a lumen (lm)?

The unit of measurement is the luminescence (lm). In fact, the amount of light emitted from a point source to a candle inside a cone at the apex angle of a strand is called a lumen.

It’s called a Luminous Flux, which we display with Fi [Φ].

What is lux?

The amount of light applied to the surface or the amount of surface brightness. Its unit is lx.

And by dividing Lumen’s level by the level of luxury. The lux difference with Candela is that it has to do with distance and area. The higher the light source distance from the surface, the lower the Lux value as the total or Lumen brightness is scattered to a wider surface.

But Candela has nothing to do with distance, since the angle of the extrusion is at the denominator of the fraction whose definition is constant.

As we said, the definition of the extradition of the target area is the light source on a circle with a radius of one meter. If the surface area of ​​interest from the light source is 2 meters, the value of Candela and Lux ​​is the same because the area under the Lux fraction is equal to the amount of extradition.

What should be done to measure the lumen value?

This calculation is a specialized task and is measured and calculated by specific light meter devices. The total amount of light output flux that is visible to us is to measure the intensity of the light emitted by a source at a small surface within one meter, then multiply by the area and integrate over the entire closed surface.

For example, a candle on the dining table emits approximately 12 lumens and a 60 watt bulb approximately 855 lumens of light.

What is the color temperature (Kelvin)?

Color temperature is expressed as the color of a black body at a given temperature and is expressed in degrees Kelvin.

A color temperature above 4000 ° C is defined as cold light and a color temperature below 3000 ° C is defined as warm light.

A light meter is a luxury meter for measuring light in the environment, which is used in photography, scene design, hse engineering, poultry farming, greenhouses, etc.

Lux meters are exposed to light and have a sphere of butter. The intensity of the light is measured by the instruments in this sphere of the sphere.

What is the difference between a light unit (lumen) and a power unit (watt)?

The first question that comes up in the lumen study of the mind is the difference with the power unit.

We use power unit abundantly in the study of sound and other energies, but they are rarely used in light analysis.

The reason is that the human eye, unlike other sensors, exhibits a completely non-linear behavior with respect to the intensity of light (see “What is the effect of light and the efficiency of light?”), So we analyze Light intensity Instead of examining the output power of a light source, we consider some of the brightness visible to the human eye (to some extent).

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What is an elastic roof?

First elaborated by Barisol, the elastic ceiling is one of the most modern types of false ceilings in the building interior. This technology is used today in many countries of the world, including Iran, which is very economically viable.

In this article, we are going to introduce you to the elastic ceiling and introduce the type of elastic roof, the advantages and the types of fabrics used in it, and finally the elastic roof tile, its components and the types of lighting used. Let’s check it out.

Elastic fabric
This roof has special features that can be used in interior layout design.

Although this type of coating carries the name of the ceiling, but not just the roof, it can be used as a wall covering, or as a cover for 3D objects or appliances. Board used for interior decoration suspended.

The stretch ceiling is made of PVC fabric with 90% PVC and 5% plasticizer and 5% permitted additives.

The plasticizer in the elastic ceiling allows the roof to be flexible and elastic. That is, by heating the fabric, it can be stretched to the desired size.

As mentioned above, the main material of the PVC elastic ceiling is fixed by the retaining clamps located on the sides of the rails, and the PVC fabric is fixed to the ceiling and prevents deformation.

This type of coating has a thickness of 0.18 to 0.25 mm and weighs about half a kilogram per square meter but can withstand a maximum of 200 kg.

The fabric used on the elastic roof is lightweight and thin building material.

Due to the presence of zinc oxide which destroys bacteria and fungi, it is considered antibacterial and is completely safe and fire-proof due to the presence of chlorine in its formulation. Its types are transparent, semi-transparent, matte and glossy.

Features of this fabric is that it is capable of high quality printing and can create a beautiful combination of design, color and model.

This new technology is highly customizable and can be used simultaneously in a variety of residential, commercial, industrial and exhibition spaces.

Properties and Benefits of an Elastic Roof

Antibacterial and Anti-Dust Properties:

Elastic roofs do not produce dust unlike traditional roofs, and also prevent dust from transmitting behind the roof.

Materials used in the production of these ceilings, such as zinc oxide, prevent the growth and proliferation of bacteria and fungi. For this reason, stretch ceilings are suitable for use in medical facilities such as hospitals, operating rooms and laboratories.

Robust, high weight to withstand possible falls:

These roofs are flexible and secure in the event of an accident (earthquake, material collapse).

These products are guaranteed against loads up to 150 kg / m 2.
Unique Beauty: This ceiling can be used to design the desired decor. In fact, you can turn your imagination into design with elastic ceilings.

Anti-ignition:

Elastic roof is resistant to ignition. That is, it does not ignite against fire and is so-called refractory. It also prevents the spread of fire.
High installation speed with no need for cushioning: Customer can deliver your order within one to three days.

Movable:

If you need the space behind the roof, you can open and close the roof in the shortest possible time. These ceilings can also be moved. If the client moves to a new home, the roof can be opened and reinstalled in the new home.

Covering Plumbing, Wiring, Decay, and Roof Damage: Because the elastic ceiling is a type of false ceiling, it is installed slightly below the main roof, covering all roof failures, fitting paths, pipes and wires.

Electricity draws. An effective feature of elastic ceilings is that they are waterproof so they are suitable for use in wet areas such as pools, bathrooms and bathrooms.

It also helps prevent water leakage in cases such as water pipe bursting, leakage of pipes, and preventing possible damage from water leaks inside the building.

 Soundproofing capability:

Materials used in tensile roofing are sound insulation. Therefore, they are ideal for conference rooms, audio recording rooms, concert halls and so on.

Ability to print in a wide variety of colors:

The elastic fabric of the ceiling is capable of printing in a variety of colors that can best match the ceiling with walls, floors, furniture and furniture.

Enlargement and Reflection of Ambient Images:

The Lacquer ceiling is one of the types of elastic ceilings and reflects the images of the environment due to its very smooth surface and mirror. This feature magnifies and gives us visual depth.

Common types of elastic roof coverings

Common and elastic coatings can be opaque, satin, lacquer or mirror, lightweight and textile.

Mirror Elastic Ceiling:

This type of roof, also known as glossy or transparent, has the most distribution and passage of light. Therefore, more light passes through it.

Matte elastic ceiling:

The light distribution is perfectly uniform and has less light transmittance than the glossy ceiling. It also covers the light source perfectly and is best used for simple designs.

Elastic Roof Ceiling:

This type of roof, also known as the transparent type, has the most transparency for light to pass through. This type of coating is used extensively for space that requires natural light to pass through.

Satin stretch ceiling:

The middle is between the glossy and matte finish. The amount of light passing through this type of fabric is relative and is very common. Elastic roofing is one of the most expensive coatings that have a very specific texture and texture and are used for luxurious and stylish spaces.

All introduced coatings can be printed on elastic roof coatings. The relatively low width is a problem that has been faced with stretch ceiling printing before. This problem is solved by UV printing machine.

In other words, the first printing machine in Iran with a width of 5.30 meters is a UV machine that can print seamlessly on the roof in large construction projects. These prints are made in the shortest possible time and in the best quality.

Elements used in elastic roofing

The elastic ceiling or virtual sky consists of three sections of virtual sky structures, lighting structures, and virtual sky tiles.

• Virtual Sky Structure: A false ceiling should be built around the elastic ceiling. In addition, the virtual sky structure requires a false lattice ceiling. The false grid ceiling is placed at a certain distance from the lighting structure.
• Virtual Sky Lighting Structures: If good and accurate lighting is done, it will make the virtual sky look more natural. It uses three types of FOL, T5, LED and T4 lamps and mounts directly to the main roof.
• Elastic Roof Tile: The presence of tile in virtual sky structure is the most important difference between virtual sky and false ceilings. Virtual tile printing is done in both direct and indirect ways and in permitted sizes. Different images can be printed on the tiles. The size of the virtual sky tiles depends on the budget and space of the customer.

PANEL

PANEL LED : AREND has developed LED panels with an approach for lighting public spaces with a different design and variety in theirinstallation.

The variety of dimensions and the adaptation of the luminaires characteristics according to the needs of customers is another benefit of this family of products….

PANEL LED FOR AREND

SHAYAN LED:

A suspended LED luminaire, flat direct LED with PS diffuser ceiling illumination

. (IP42 just for options). For 600 x 600 mm squarebaffle ceiling.

Total power: 60 w, slave luminaire for DALI control(an option only) with LED converter.

Chromaticity tolerance (initial MacAdam: 3).

Luminaire luminous flux: 5460 lm, Luminaireefficacy: 91 lm/w.

Color rendering Ra > 80.

It can be produced with deferent power (30 w , 45 w and 60 w) and different color temperature (3000 and 4000 kelvin).

GAMMA LED:

A ceiling recessed edge light LED luminaire with a slim 14 mmprofile.

Flat direct LED with polystyrene diffuser ceilingillumination.

(IP42 just for options). Total power: 40 w.

slaveluminaire for DALI control (an option only) with LED converter.

Chromaticity tolerance (initial MacAdam: 3). Luminaire luminousflux: 3600 lm.

Luminaire efficacy: 90 lm/w. Color rendering Ra > 80.

color temperature 3000 – 6000 kelvin.

This product can be produced in different dimensions.

PERANSA LED:

Luminaire was designed to be used white LEDs for illumination purposes can be surface mounted and ceiling suspended .

Wideand uniform light distribution for decorative application.

Downlight luminaire with 100 w warm white and cool white LEDs forindoor applications.

Robust luminaire housings made fromaluminum.

Diffuser is polycarbonate. All LEDs are within a three step MacAdam ellipse to ensure color consistency.

Energy saving is up to 90% in comparison with traditional light sources.

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