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LED Strips
LED strip lights for Singapore homes — under-cabinet, cove, TV backlight, and accent lighting in SMD, COB, RGB, and smart variants.
LED strip lights are the most versatile lighting product in a Singapore home. A single roll can serve as under-cabinet task lighting in the kitchen, ambient cove lighting in the living room, accent lighting behind a TV console, or staircase safety lighting — all in a flexible, low-profile format. At Sonnelight, we stock the full range of LED strips: standard SMD strips for general task and accent use, COB strips for seamless cove installations, RGB and RGBW colour-changing strips for entertainment areas, and smart WiFi-controlled strips with app dimming, scheduling, and tunable colour temperature. Whether you are outfitting a new HDB BTO flat or adding accent lighting to a condo, we carry the strip and the expertise.
Types of LED strips we carry
SMD LED strips are the standard flexible strip — a row of individual LED chips on an adhesive-backed tape. You will see the individual LED dots when the strip is exposed, which is fine for concealed installations like under cabinets and inside wardrobes. Available in 2700K through 6500K and various LED densities. SMD strips are the most affordable option and the most common choice for general task and accent lighting in Singapore homes. COB LED strips (chip-on-board) pack the LEDs so densely that the light output is a continuous, even line with no visible dots or hotspots. This makes COB the right choice for exposed installations and cove lighting where the light source is visible, either directly or reflected on a ceiling. COB strips cost more per metre than SMD but deliver a noticeably cleaner look. For HDB cove ceilings, COB is now the standard recommendation. RGB and RGBW strips add colour-changing capability — millions of colour combinations controlled via a remote or app. RGBW adds a dedicated white channel for better everyday white light alongside the colour modes. Popular for entertainment rooms, gaming setups, and feature walls. Smart LED strips connect to your home WiFi or Zigbee/Matter hub for app and voice control. Features include tunable colour temperature (switch between 2700K and 6500K from your phone), scheduling, dimming, and scene presets. Smart strips are the fastest-growing segment in LED strip sales. Look for Matter compatibility for long-term ecosystem flexibility and check dimmer protocol compatibility before purchase.
How to choose
Start with the application. Under-cabinet kitchen lighting needs a neutral 4000K with at least CRI 90 for accurate food colour. Cove lighting works best at 3000K warm white. TV backlighting can be RGB or a simple 3000K warm strip. Length and voltage affect your planning. 12V strips suit short runs under 3 metres. For longer runs — typical in HDB cove lighting — always use 24V to avoid voltage drop and uneven brightness at the far end. LED density determines smoothness: 60 LEDs per metre is standard, 120 per metre gives a more even output, and COB is effectively continuous. Higher density costs more but matters when the strip is visible. CRI (Colour Rendering Index) measures colour accuracy under the light. Aim for CRI 80 minimum, CRI 90+ for kitchens and anywhere colour matters. IP rating matters for kitchens and bathrooms. IP20 (no water protection) is fine for dry areas. IP65 or IP67 for areas near water. For smart strips, decide on your ecosystem first — whether you use Apple Home, Google Home, or Amazon Alexa. Matter-compatible strips work across all three and are the safest long-term choice.
Frequently asked questions
LED strip vs cove lighting — what is the difference? A cove light is an LED strip hidden inside a recessed ceiling ledge. The strip is the light source; the cove is the installation style. Read our detailed comparison in our LED strip vs cove lighting guide for the full breakdown. Do LED strips need a transformer? Yes. LED strips run on low-voltage DC (typically 12V or 24V), so they need a driver to convert from Singapore's 230V mains. The driver size depends on the strip length and wattage per metre. Always size the driver with 20% headroom above the strip's total wattage. Can I cut LED strips to length? Yes — LED strips have marked cut points, usually every 3 LEDs (roughly every 5cm). Cut only at these marks. Once cut, the unused section needs a new power connection to work. Smart LED strip — is it worth it? If you want to change colour temperature, set schedules, or control from your phone, yes. Smart strips cost roughly 30–50% more than their non-smart equivalent. For cove lighting in a living room or entertainment area, the upgrade is worthwhile.
Interested in LED Strips?
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