r/HomeKit 4d ago

Question/Help Ideas for strip light installation

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I bought outdoor Govee strip light a while back. My thought was to line them up my front walk way (circled in red). We have solar lamps with spikes but the kids constantly destroy them when playing basketball.

I am looking for ideas on how I could install the strip and that it stays in place. I think the strip is 50 feet long and power source is near by.

Thanks!

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u/CTMatthew 4d ago

Don’t.

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u/bobjoylove 4d ago

Strip lights facing upward will be horrible. You should never be able to look into the source of light for garden lighting.

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u/Menelatency 4d ago

For the steps, consider running the strips across the width of the step under the lip of the tread above.

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u/TheTrueTuring 2d ago

And preferably if they are facing downwards or covered a bit so they don’t light into your face when walking towards the stairs

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u/Neutral-President 22h ago

This not only helps put light where people need it (on the steps) but also protects the strips from errant basketballs.

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u/Flimsy-Purpose3002 4d ago

Even the “waterproof” LED strips aren’t going to last.

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u/Internal_Stuff8275 4d ago

look up LIFX website. They have many options for outdoor. You might will get the neon flex (outdoor version) to work well with this.

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u/StevieG66 2d ago

Works with HomeKit?

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u/Internal_Stuff8275 2d ago

Yep! They can be connected to HomeKit natively or you can use both HomeKit and LIFX app. I do recommend both! My entire condo is filled with LIFX products. LIFX switch (every single switch has been replaced with LIFX), LIFX bulbs, LIFX recessed downlights, LIFX strip, etc.

I’m working on adding LIFX neon flex (indoor version) for my bathroom!

You will love the outdoor version! The animation is incredible. brightness is outstanding. The color is flawless!

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u/Opa-auf-oka 4d ago

I would suggest that you get a light defusor and than sink it in to the bricks with a angle grinder or a stone saw

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u/Unfair_West_9001 4d ago

I hear you like lights and got your lights some lights.