Are outdoor LED strip lights waterproof? For most intents
and purposes, they certainly are. While not recommended for use underwater, LED light strips
made by reputable companies like Movilume are able to withstand any weather
conditions Canada can throw their way. Resistance to humidity and weather
conditions are not the only reasons to invest in permanent LED lighting strips
for your home or business. Those who opt for a modern take on outdoor lighting
will reap the benefits associated with quality lighting. Security, convenience,
customizability, and durability all come together in an affordable lighting
system that will last years longer than any other outdoor lighting system on
the market today.
Security
One of the many reasons people choose to put up exterior
lighting on their home or business is as a security feature. CPTED(crime prevention through environmental design) principles state that lighting
serves two primary functions. The first is to give an air of ownership to the
property in question. A well-maintained home with eye-attracting features shows
that the property is cared for and that criminal activities in the vicinity
will be noticed, thereby increasing the odds of a call to the appropriate
authorities. Second, exterior lighting makes it difficult for criminals to
hide. The more lighting on a property, the more difficult it is for a
trespasser to approach the building with any kind of stealth. LED strip
lighting is an excellent way to add these security features to your home or
business.
Customizable
Outdoor lighting can serve several purposes. It can accent
your home in interesting ways, add sophistication, and can even be used to
celebrate or support holidays and causes. Outdoor LED lighting systems can be
easily altered through the use of a phone app. Change the colour of the lights
to suit any occasion. Imagine setting up Christmas lights with a few simple
phone taps. The finest lights available in the GTA can be changed to show
support for your favourite sports team, or even causes that matter to you. You
could sport a pink ribbon for breast cancer awareness, but to spread the word
further than a ribbon, why not change your lights to pink? It’s simple and
convenient!
Resilient
LED strip lighting is the single best option for Canadian
homes and businesses. Incandescent bulbs have a short life expectancy, generate
a lot of heat, and use a substantial amount of power to operate. In many
places, including Canada, incandescent bulbs are being phased out, which will
make it increasingly difficult to find bulbs at higher wattages. Fluorescent
bulbs are not well suited to outdoor purposes. They’re prone to damage from
vibrations caused by wind, and they often don’t operate adequately in lower
temperatures. Metal halide lighting isn’t available in many colours and can
take up to seven minutes to reach peak light output. LEDs on the other hand,
use very little power, last up to 50,000 hours, and are not affected by wind or
temperature changes. Best of all, they are highly resistant to humidity and
moisture.
If you’re looking for a perfect outdoor lighting solution for
your home or business, it might be time to consider an upgrade to outdoor LED
strip lighting. It’s waterproof, cost-effective to operate, adds security, and
it’s simple to operate through an app.