Best close to ceiling light fixtures according to redditors
We found 261 Reddit comments discussing the best close to ceiling light fixtures. We ranked the 106 resulting products by number of redditors who mentioned them. Here are the top 20.
We found 261 Reddit comments discussing the best close to ceiling light fixtures. We ranked the 106 resulting products by number of redditors who mentioned them. Here are the top 20.
I use these lights! I recently changed them from some red + blue lights cause I got tired of the pink color, and I couldn't be happier with them! I have four of them screwed under each shelf!
I second this - this would fix like all of my problems.... potentially
Edit:
Went through OP's history...
https://m2.ikea.com/ca/en/p/fjaelkinge-shelving-unit-white-60221683/
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01HBT3BVM/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o00_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
From this post:
https://www.reddit.com/r/succulents/comments/a76try/my_succulent_shelf_is_finally_complete_12_led/
I use these and they work great.
I just have them zip tied to metal shelving. They're cheap, lightweight, don't get hot and are LED so less electricity useage.
I have 2 sets that I use for my entire set up, 2 per shelf.
I plan on using them to start my seeds indoors here shortly but they've worked great for my succulents, some even bloomed. People say you have to have the colored lights but you definitely don't.
I just have mine on a timer so I literally don't have to worry about a thing. I'll definitely have to pay more attention once I get my veg seedlings started, at least for water.
For anyone interested
My lights: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01HBT3BVM/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_CdHKDbPDRD0JF
My shelf: https://www.homedepot.com/p/HDX-48-in-W-x-72-in-H-x-18-in-D-Decorative-Wire-Chrome-Heavy-Duty-Shelving-Unit-HD18481302PS-1/203846551?MERCH=REC-_-rv_mobileweb_rr-_-NA-_-203846551-_-N
I also needed an outlet timer since the lights don't have one https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00MVFF59S/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_FmHKDbGVVCMWT
Planning on buying this light setup for 4 shelves with succulents and cacti and houseplants underneath them. What do you guys think?
Edit: itll be near a west facing window, but i really would mainly like them to survive through the winter.
I got these recently and I’m pretty happy with them! I have 3 on my shelf with my more light hungry succs. 2 on one shelf with my less light hungry, and 1 on my prop shelf. I got them because in my sunniest spot they were still etiolating. New growth is all compact now, and even a little sunstress and some blooms! The lights are about 6-10in above my plants..
These are probably too long for that shelf tho. I know Barrina has 2ft lights like this that are actually made for plants but I’m not sure if the specs are right for succs. My lights stick out past my shelf so it’s not the prettiest but it’s functional. From my understanding the cheap clip plant lights from amazon don’t really do much of anything.
(Pack of 6) Barrina LED T5 Integrated Single Fixture, 4FT, 2200lm, 6500K (Super Bright White), 20W, Utility Shop Light, Ceiling and Under Cabinet Light, Corded electric with built-in ON/OFF switch https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01HBT3BVM/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_ghNFDbAW91XJR
In my opinion, if you paid $3K for that little workbench and additions, you've lost your mind.
What do you have there really? A whole 8 sq.ft. of work space if you clear everything off? How can you sit back and be ok with that for $3K? My workbench is probably more than twice that length at 9' and deeper as well. It's made of birch hardwood with steel legs and if given some moderate care will outlive me. I probably have about $700 in that workbench. I'm all pegboarded out as well. You got a monitor up but in spending $3K you still don't have anything hooked up to it?? And what are you going to spend on a Mac mini, another $800? I snagged an aging gaming PC off of Craigslist for $120 which will handle YouTube and whatever other garage shit I throw at it quite easily. Snagged a 1080 ultrawide monitor on there for super cheap as well and mounted it on a VESA swivel mount. Your lighting is truly terrible. You have one light bar going across the top? Even in the video thumbnail you can see all the shadows being cast in that dimly lit area. Do yourself a favor and grab some of these. They'll make your garage as bright as the surface of the Sun and you'll never think about lighting again.
If you could find some way to diffuse the lighting a bit I think itd take it to the next level. Because how bright the picture makes it seem, I can't tell if its just a standard adhesive LED strip or what
But something like this would soften the lighting and give you clean straight lines
The area looks very cool though
nice! all jokes aside, i use the Mr. Beams MB990 as a light source for closets with no lights. takes D cells, u can use AA to D sleeve or the 3 AA to 1 D modules as well. or just use plain jane D cells (thats what i use)
https://www.amazon.com/Mr-Beams-MB990-UltraBright-Wireless/dp/B01JS9CCHC/ref=sr_1_4?keywords=Mr.+Beams+MB990&qid=1571757236&sr=8-4
I use these 4 per shelf, 3 shelves (I also have some cacti that were not included in my family photo that live in my cabinet). They are not "grow lamps" per se but they meet the specs needed for growth. This is the cabinet I house my lights in. The lights dont get very hot so I just point a little fan at it during the day. Hopefully that gets you started :)
Good prime day deal on barrina t-5 LEDs. I have two sets for the garage. Great value, highly recommend
(Pack of 6) Barrina LED T5 Integrated Single Fixture, 4FT, 2200lm, 4000K (Daylight Glow), 20W, Utility Shop Light, Ceiling and Under Cabinet Light, Corded Electric with Built-in ON/Off Switch https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01MUKSZE3/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_d4ulDbEYTYB2A
Not op but 99% sure it’s these: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01HBT3BVM/. I have a set of the same ones.
These guys? https://www.amazon.com/Barrina-Integrated-Fixture-Utility-Electric/dp/B07DNPL2VC/ref=sr_1_3?keywords=Barrina%2BLED%2BT5&qid=1554527148&s=gateway&sr=8-3&th=1
How long have you been using them? You're plants seem to have very nice color.
Century Indoor 24-Hour Mechanical Outlet Timer, 3 Prong, 2-Pack https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01LPSGBZS?ref=yo_pop_ma_swf
(Pack of 6) Barrina LED T5 Integrated Single Fixture, 4FT, 2200lm, 6500K (Super Bright White), 20W, Utility Shop Light, Ceiling and Under Cabinet Light, Corded electric with built-in ON/OFF switch https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01HBT3BVM?ref=yo_pop_ma_swf
Hgrope 5W LED Grow Light Desk Lamp Clamp Flexible Neck for Hydroponic and Indoor Plants https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07CVKWZH3/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_7ZEaBbZSW8ASJ
this last one isn't the exact red/blue lights i have but it looks better than mine hahaha
These are the ones I got: Barrina LED T5 and I friggin' love them. The only possible downside is that they're pretty fragile, so be careful putting them up.
It’s these.
(Pack of 6) Barrina LED T5 Integrated Single Fixture, 4FT, 2200lm, 6500K (Super Bright White), 20W, Utility Shop Light, Ceiling and Under Cabinet Light, Corded Electric with Built-in ON/Off Switch https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01HBT3BVM/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_fQ19BbK7VS958
That's a great big space, you're very fortunate.
Also:
(Pack of 6) Barrina LED T5 Integrated Single Fixture, 4FT, 2200lm, 6500K (Super Bright White), 20W, Utility Shop Light, Ceiling and Under Cabinet Light, Corded electric with built-in ON/OFF switch https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01HBT3BVM/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_M2cYDbSKZY7WG
If you just want to hold a clone or two, any light will work. Take them while in veg, and get them stable at 8" tall or so. They can sit under a desk lamp almost indefinitely, and will require very little water and attention.
Have a bookshelf you can clear off? A single T5 fixture runs about $20. You could keep a dozen clones healthy and happy, indefinitely, under one. 1g cloth pots will keep them from getting rootbound.
If you wait until harvest, then try to reveg the plant, it'll work, but it will take a long time to get things back to a true veg state (months, potentially). And if you take a cutting or flip to flower before that happens, you likely have permanently altered the plant. Cloning from veg is really the best choice.
i bought these for my garage, bright enough for me
https://www.amazon.com/Barrina-Integrated-Fixture-Utility-Electric/dp/B01HBT3BVM/ref=sr_1_6?keywords=led+garage&qid=1568855153&s=gateway&sr=8-6
Not tape, but usually if you want to diffuse an LED strip and have the installation look pretty you would use a plastic or aluminum channel with a diffusion cover. Something like this. On-the-cheap you could put the strip in acrylic square tube and then sand or sandblast the outside to frost it.
You can also use white fabric or vellum - remember that the farther you put the diffusion the better blending you'll get.
It's got a ring of LEDs around the center there. These are how you get $16 LED flush mounts
Take a look at the second image and you can see the flat LEDs. Then look at the ring around the center of your light. They're flat LEDs
Cloudy Bay LED Flush Mount Ceiling Light,7.5",12W 840lm(100W Incandescent Equivalent),Dimmable,3000K Warm White,ETL,Wet Location,White Finish https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01HI4RX9G/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_wwzOCbPKAFQZW
I'm going to do some copy/paste from Wikipedia for this.
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>Direct sunlight has a luminous efficacy of about 93 lumens per watt of radiant flux. Multiplying the figure of 1050 watts per square metre by 93 lumens per watt indicates that bright sunlight provides an illuminance of approximately 98 000 lux (lumens per square meter)
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The important number here is that 98000 lumens per square meter.
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So lets take a LED light from Amazon that makes 2200 lumens each. https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07DNPL2VC/ref=cm_sw_em_r_mt_dp_U_Me4WCbEJ31RRE
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To get the same amount of light as the sun in a square meter you'd need 45 (98000/2200) of these LED lights. This is over simplified since LED light doesn't exactly mimic the sun but you get the idea.
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These lights from Amazon are about an inch wide and for arguments sake a meter long (actually a little longer). A meter is 39 inches long so you couldn't even fit 45 of these in a row to mimic the sun.
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(Note to self I need more lights in my indoor greenhouse.)
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Edit for more maths: So lets say you have 20 of these LED lights in a square meter (seams reasonable to me versus staking them side-by-side). You have 44000 lumens per square meter. A little bit less then half of the sun. So you'd need to have them on twice as long as "full sun" duration. 8 hours of full sun becomes 16 hours of LED light.
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(This is ridiculously oversimplified, point being you need a lot of lights shining a long time to mimic the light output of the sun.)
It would be cheap, and far less hassle if you used daylight LED's in that basement. You could make it like the surface of the sun, for just pennies a day.
https://www.amazon.com/Barrina-Integrated-Fixture-Utility-electric/dp/B01HBT32PW
I believe that is an all-in-one LED light, meaning you’d have to replace the whole fixture to have a different design.
Go with some cheap LED strips. These should do the job https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01HBT3BVM
I added these. Can set them up separately or link them all together. I did the latter and they work fantastic. I previously used the shop lights others linked but I find this way to be cleaner in terms of look.
T5 Integrated Single Fixture,LED Shop Light for in Garag,4FT, 2200lm, (Super Bright White), 20W, Utility Shop Light, Ceiling and Under Cabinet Light,Corded Electric with ON/Off Switch,6000-6500k 6pk https://www.amazon.com/dp/B078FY9KMQ/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_knr1BbV6E0HNE
amazon has a 6 pack of 48 inch led shop lights for 40 bucks. best investment ever
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891 reviews 4.5 stars I got a perfect set. put 4 in the shop. one over my kitchen sink and one in the laundry room.
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yes the connecting wires are a little short . but it comes with 6 power cords and switches..
https://www.amazon.com/Barrina-Integrated-Fixture-Utility-electric/dp/B01HBT3BVM/ref=pd_lpo_vtph_60_bs_lp_t_1?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1&refRID=5W1BPBMPEGBEQ9304H79
I've got the UFOs: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B071SGN885?ref=yo_pop_ma_swf
And also the LED T5s: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B076FQ15R6/ref=cm_sw_r_other_apa_bYeRBbKYA0RCM
It seems to be working well so far, I've got lots of flowers and some stress coloring coming back. Nothing is stretching so far either.
Waterproof, battery-operated shower light, also available on Amazon
Do not hesitate and buy these lights or something similar. Best decision I’ve made for my plants this summer. I saw this on fat_plants_only instagram. She has a whole highlight on her lighting set up and it works. My plants are finally compact and have their stress colors. I think the key is to make sure it’s white LED and 6500K. This is what my set up looks like now. I have my lights on 12 hours a day and in about two weeks I noticed a difference in my plants.
Waaaaaaay overpriced!
These below are fantastic. Pack of 8, 4’ T5 6500k 2300lm 20w fixtures. I use tons of these in a commercial grow setup.
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B076FQ15R6/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_2tIQDbBFSHXJZ
Best bet is a standard can, then an LED retrofit kit.
In the future I'm sure we'll have better integrated LED solutions. But for now, this is the way to go.
If you're okay with the look, there are some units that can fit in a junction box. This saves you a few bucks on the can, but the unit is usually more expensive.
https://www.amazon.com/Barrina-Integrated-Fixture-Utility-Electric/dp/B01HBT3BVM/ref=sr_1_2?keywords=Barina+led&qid=1554859667&s=gateway&sr=8-2
1 pack of six, lights up the entire 3 car garage well. Super easy to install and inexpensive.
I got these are they are great. Easy install and lights up my garage nicely. Only issue is that one came in with a dent in the plastic housing of the light. It didn't cause any issues though. There are plenty of other posts about these lights on here as well.
Barrina LED T5
Did the same here, wired my garage up with 2 boxes of these bad boys. They're very bright and very daylight though VERY cheaply constructed due to the price point.
I just purchased these lights 2 weeks ago...my lettuce and herbs are happy. I'm using 4 per shelf. 2-3 inches above the plants.
https://smile.amazon.com/gp/product/B076FQ15R6/ref=ox_sc_sfl_title_20?ie=UTF8&psc=1&smid=A1KZKP85O3COJ
for peppers you may want to use the 4000k lights or a mix of the two. There is more red spectrum in the 4000k lights which is more ideal for fruiting plants. Blue spectrum is great for leafy growth
Looks like a decent solution, though it will still hang down some with that standoff they have on the back.
My solution is to get it as close to the ceiling as possible. I'm installing this soon.
https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B018T024P6/
Nothing special.
Just simple 6000K LED T5 lights instead of something more specialized. Hard to say no when they're $10 a piece. Went the quantity vs. quality route and have three lights per level.
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07DNPL2VC/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o02_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
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Well worth the $60 IMO. Tubes are light weight, connect easily enough to the little mounting brackets, came with enough end-to-end connectors, male-to-male wires, and male-to-plug switched wires that I didn't need to buy any additional connection pieces or anything. Only minor complaints were that I had to pre-drill the holes in the joists for the mounting clips (should've expected it, I'm just really lazy) and that the screws themselves aren't terribly hard to strip if you're not paying attention.
I have a growlight, this 300W one, set up like this (sorry it's sideways) and it does pretty amazing! Depending on how big a collection you're thinking of accumulating there's a lot bigger bulbs that are like 4 ft long and can work in shelves. There's another redditer around here who uses these, 3 to a shelf, and has an amazing set up. There's lots of other lights, too. This is just what I've got in my bookmarks at the moment!
I've put these up. They're bright af:
(Pack of 6) Barrina LED T5 Integrated Single Fixture, 4FT, 2200lm, 6500K (Super Bright White), 20W, Utility Shop Light, Ceiling and Under Cabinet Light, Corded electric with built-in ON/OFF switch https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01HBT3BVM/
Are you talking about these? I just got some Mr. Beams motion sensing lights for my closet, and they work pretty nicely. Mr. Beams also makes these night lights. I imagine they should be good.
Otherwise, I'd go with /u/fivethirds's suggestion. I personally have some GE branded version of those, and I like them. As (s)he said, they're basically just like a giant indiglo watch face. There is literally just enough light to not step on something, and nothing more.
This is the light I bought.
I left a 1 star review on Amazon because the first one was faulty and they never returned my call. They have since sent me another new unit and it works great. But their quality control seems to be lacking as you can see by the other reviews.
There are similar lights out there but I'm quite happy with this now. I just got it installed and working on Monday after receiving the replacement.
These are the lights I have in the picture :)
Mr. Beams MB990
https://www.amazon.com/Mr-Beams-MB990-UltraBright-Wireless/dp/B01JS9CCHC
Looks great!
I bought these for my garage and it was the best investment ever!Especially in the winter. Suuuuper easy to install and lots of installing options, either strung together or individually.
(Pack of 6) Barrina LED T5... https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01HBT3BVM?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share
I guess what im looking for is something like this:
https://www.lotusledlights.com/recessed-lighting/j-box-mounted
but one that will work with Hue.
or even something as slim as this would work:
http://www.usa.lighting.philips.com/products/product-highlights/slimsurface-led-downlight
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but neither of those works with hue. Im not restricting myself to only Philips, if there are other brands out there as long as its compatible with the Hue Hub I would think it'd be ok.
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Closest thing with Hue I could find is this
https://www.amazon.com/Philips-801480-Flushmount-Compatible-Assistant/dp/B0718XQ49D/ref=sr_1_4?s=lamps-light&ie=UTF8&qid=1536096331&sr=1-4&keywords=hue
but if im going to go that thick i might as well just get a normal ceiling light that accepts normal sized . bulbs
There are light fixtures which use batteries, which can be attached to any surface, like the one below:
https://www.amazon.com/Mr-Beams-MB990-UltraBright-Wireless/dp/B01JS9CCHC/ref=cm_cr_arp_d_product_top?ie=UTF8
Maybe that's what you are looking for?
If you only grow greens then I always recommend these (Pack of 6) Barrina LED T5 Integrated Single Fixture, 4FT, 2200lm, 6500K (Super Bright White), 20W, Utility Shop Light, Ceiling and Under Cabinet Light, Corded Electric with Built-in ON/Off Switch https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01HBT3BVM/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_EDN6BbD2J5E4T
They're affordable and provide a lot of light, they work great for leafy stuffs
Yep.
I run them for 16 hours. Things were struggling for a bit (that could have been a combo of things) but when I added mylar to the front things took off. I just started another rack with a "nursery" space where the lights are much closer. Those are growing about twice as fast as the original one.
https://www.amazon.com/Barrina-Integrated-Fixture-Utility-Electric/dp/B01HBT3BVM/ref=sr_1_3?crid=35RVOJTLYQCAN&keywords=barinna+led+t5&qid=1559125327&s=gateway&sprefix=barinna%2Caps%2C175&sr=8-3
Based on another Reddit users recommendation, I have a 6-pack of these on the way for the shelf/tower I’m building for growing greens.
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> Actual blueprint
Great, you make my plans look like something an orangutan would wipe its ass with...
I must tell you there is no guarantee 5000k will work better, in fact I get the easily tightest growth from 4000k LED. 6500K fluoro made for wide plants but not nearly as tight, it demanded more real estate with wider leaves + longer stalks to spread them out.
Fluoro and LED are different of course, fluoros have wide spectrum always and LED is divided into almost pure RGB spectrum (like lasers)
I'm telling you, the plant under MH 250 watt at 5500 kelving gave me good fast growth compared to the LED (only using ~35%of the LED strip output tho) but fewer nodes! Much more air in that plant.
MH is its own technology, with its own spectrum, but it seems the color of the light source has an overall say in plant BUILD more than growth SPEED and I've seen it in every single plant I've grown, they all seem to respond the same within their species capabilities.
4000k LEDs got a lot tighter nodes and darker colors. It's in week 8 flower and STILL NOT YELLOWING, my bigger plants with more soil look starved for nitrogen in comparison.
5000k+ can work if you have few plants and want the few, atlas sized leaves, if you want more species and individuals the 4000K is going to keep it thin and shorter and tighter spaced plants. 3000K works but I wouldn't look at anything but the most efficient lights in your case (which in most LED cases is 4k)
of course hard to guarantee I don't really know shit, but something of this sort.
Quantom boards with 60 degrees would be a problem no?
The arduino stuff is over my head so can't calculate for that, But know what I would want to do, Have LEDs around the frame and back light the leaves, maybe less efficient for some plants, may look better in warm white, who knows. A ring of low intensity back light would be cool.
So many factors, my head hurts, your ideas seem sound however.
My old strips are kind of like these, but less efficient and more expensive (and can still grow serious dope)
https://www.amazon.com/Barrina-Integrated-Fixture-Utility-Electric/dp/B01HBT3BVM
Maybe try 5000k, but make it a third priority, I'd invest in efficiency, lower price and the known tight build of ~4000k LEDs first and foremost
But take into account I have not browsed all specs and prices on QB and COB options and my selection is very limited out of EU.
Good luck with that build tho I'm loving it. I had a shit ton of plants not long ago but ran into health issues and now building back up to a comfortable, low maintenance indoor environment.
OP here. At someone’s suggestion on this subreddit, I bought these lights on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01HBT3BVM?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share. I put all six of them a few inches above my Echeveria and keep them on for 12 hours each day. I know from past experience that Echeveria Afterglow will IMMEDIATELY flatten out if it doesn’t get enough sun, and I bet if I put it outside tomorrow it would tighten back up. So that must mean my grow lights aren’t strong enough, right?? I can’t keep them outside because I live in Phoenix, Arizona, where our 120 degree weather will kill them. I’m just trying to get them through the summer by bringing them inside. Does someone have stronger grow lights they can recommend? Price is not really an issue for me.
Does anyone have thoughts or experience with these grow lights?
What are your preferred lights for the best price for a larger collection?
https://www.amazon.com/Barrina-Integrated-Fixture-Utility-Electric/dp/B01HBT3BVM/ref=mp_s_a_1_6?keywords=6500k+led+light&qid=1571371822&sr=8-6
I have a very large collection that I’ve accumulated most of over the last few months and need to buy many of this type of grow light or a few large ones. I’m not sure if I’m going to do a table(s) or shelf setup or a combo of both. Any and all thoughts and advice welcomed and appreciated.
Light is fine but $70 for one is very expensive. Check Amazon, you can get 8 (20W) for that price: (Pack of 8) LED T5 Integrated Single Fixture 4FT,20W,2200lm,6500K (Super Bright White),Utility led Shop Light, LED Ceiling light and Under Cabinet Light, Corded electric with built-in ON/OFF switch https://www.amazon.com/dp/B076FQ15R6/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_xoKQDbBF6P1HG
I put in battery powered, motion activated LED lights in all my closets. I put them in 16 months ago and I haven't had to swap out any batteries yet. We use a couple of them at least once everyday.
They are these ones: http://www.amazon.com/Mr-Beams-Battery-Operated-Outdoor-Motion-Sensing/dp/B002FCNLHK
I got a set of 6 LED bars online for like $55 and they work great. You need something between 5000k to 6500k ideally(thats the color)
Here is some sets of 2, 6, and 8
2
https://www.amazon.com/B2ocled-Linkable-Integrated-equivalent-Single-Ended/dp/B01JFPB0JU/ref=sr_1_fkmr1_4?s=lawn-garden&ie=UTF8&qid=1526527440&sr=8-4-fkmr1&keywords=2ft%2Bbarrina%2BLED&th=1
6
https://www.amazon.com/GRG-Integrated-Linkable-Fluorescent-Replacement/dp/B079BD5CG7/ref=sr_1_5?s=hi&ie=UTF8&qid=1526529507&sr=1-5&keywords=2ft+6500K+LED
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https://www.amazon.com/dp/B076FQ15R6/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_2tIQDbBFSHXJZ
google man...
http://www.amazon.com/Metalux-20-Inch-Flush-Mount-Lumens/dp/B00OGZT06K
First, leds strips are made the cheapest way possible so there is a good chance that some of them will be damaged right out of the package. With that said, measure the length you need and buy double that just to be sure.
Length doesn't dictate the brightness of the leds, (which are wired in series) the power source will. Typically the 12v ac adapter that gets provided for these led strip packs just isn't enough to keep the leds at 12v due to voltage droop. To fix this, just get a better quality power supply. Even trying for a slightly higher voltage, and adding a resistor between the source and the lights.
For light diffusion, try this:https://www.amazon.com/U-Shape-Aluminum-recessed-installation-Mounting/dp/B00F9Q602M
Although, if the light will be viewed indirectly, you probably wont need it.
For an inexpensive and easy to install solution, check these out: https://smile.amazon.com/gp/product/B01HBT3BVM/
A 6-pack for ~$50 is pretty darn cheap. They put out a good bit of light and will really light up a basement workshop very well.
I used these when I did LED strips under my cabinets. Theres corner ones too https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00F9Q602M/ref=oh_aui_search_detailpage?ie=UTF8&psc=1
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01HBT3BVM/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o08_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1 bought these and LOVE em.
I redid all of the closets in my house shortly after I moved in, using the ClosetMaid system. It made a world of difference and easily doubled the amount of useful space in every closet, and as a bonus the shelves and bars can be moved around as my daughter gets older to better accommodate her needs. I also added these Mr. Beams ceiling-mounted LED lights in every closet, as well as those in my mother's house, which made every closet even more useful now that I could see inside of them.
I'm currently renovating the (half) bathroom in my shop; it's extremely small, just 4 1/2' square, so I'm all about the details now. I bought a sink that was narrower but deeper than the previous sink which makes the room feel larger without taking up additional space, and to make it more useful I bought a faucet that's taller so that I can fill a bucket in there if I need to. I also added one of those "Pur" water filters to it since my shop doesn't have space for a water cooler. I added a shelf to the space under the sink (in the vanity) so I've got more storage space there. The bathroom has no venting system so I bought an air purifier and set it up behind the toilet. I installed a GFI outlet that the purifier is powered by, and that outlet goes on and off with the light switch so whenever someone's using the bathroom the purifier is working. I replaced the wall-mount mirror with a tall medicine cabinet for storage there, then bought a small shelf unit from Ikea and mounted it on the wall above/behind the toilet. Finally, where there previously was a useless hole in the wall on one side (literally) I built a small wood box with a shelf in it and mounted it inside that hole for additional storage and decorative space.
This is actually a project I just did this weekend. I originally only had the two shelves in front of the window with red/blue LEDs. It is a south facing window; it's just getting to the end of the day in the picture. I set up the other shelves on the opposite wall for plants that (I believe) only need low light, and cuttings.
I did not like the red/blue LEDs because they caused immediate eye fatigue, and with this also being the spare room my kids use for toys ("the play room"), I didn't want them to have any long-term effects from the lights. I don't know if it's possible, but even being in the room with the red/blues for 5 minutes was pretty bad. I got these lights because they're daylight lights, and any lights are better than no lights at all. These are the lights I bought.
Edit: I'd also like to add one thing about humidity trays. I haven't ever seen much documentation about it or discussion, so I have just been using cookie sheets filled with my bonsai soil mix (100% inorganic). It seems to work? lol
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01HBT3BVM/
There you go! I would really like to have attached it to the house, but I will be building a carport that will attach to those stairs in the future. There is a drain to some sort of basin. I poured 5 gallons of water down it without issue before proceeding to tear down the cover.
I do have them just to give a few things in the window a little extra push. But, you would be better off spending just a little more and getting these t5's... https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01HBT3BVM/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o00_s00?ie=UTF8&th=1
https://www.amazon.com/Barrina-Integrated-Fixture-Utility-Electric/dp/B01HBT3BVM/ref=pd_bxgy_60_img_2/138-2966327-8717767?_encoding=UTF8&pd_rd_i=B01HBT3BVM&pd_rd_r=3a6ef682-6a34-41cc-afb6-a6bbfa9d96f4&pd_rd_w=HpnFN&pd_rd_wg=5gsXi&pf_rd_p=a2006322-0bc0-4db9-a08e-d168c18ce6f0&pf_rd_r=GKE7RCTCWJEH4PXXHFAQ&psc=1&refRID=GKE7RCTCWJEH4PXXHFAQ
The link you provided has a color wiring connection example.
You could try something along the lines of these lights.
Since they are a plug in not "permant fixture" you shouldn't even need to worry about a permit. I use these in my garage and they're quite good for the price.
(Pack of 8) Barrina LED T5... https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07DNPL2VC?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share here is the link to the lights that I bought
I think it's a combination of different photography and possibly different LED spacing and diffusion.
If you want a nice smooth light, get the highest-density strip you can, and put some sort of diffuser on it. These are purpose-made but anything that makes the light go through some kind of frosted effect will do the same thing. You could even put them inside clear tube and spray it with glass frosting paint.
Something like this might work for your needs. This is what I have, and it seems to work fine. These are the bulbs I use with it.
I did my one-stall garage workshop with 7 of these linkable LED fixtures from Sams Club, and the brightness is so worth it. One of the best upgrades I’ve ever done to my shop. I also did my basement gym with these and love them both.
If you want to get nitty-gritty, there are lighting calculators online to help you determine how many fixtures you would need to get a certain amount of foot candles at your workbench, based on lumen output, spacing, and height of the ceiling/distance above workbench. It sounds more complicated than it is... I basically bought two or three fixtures at a time for the garage until I was satisfied with the light.
So, we’re going to replace the two ceiling fixtures anyways because the current ones are ugly. Would something like this maybe be more convenient than messing with the bulbs? https://www.amazon.com/Philips-Hue-Flushmount-Compatible-Assistant/dp/B0718XQ49D
Looking at getting some lights for my garage (single overhead light and an Ikea light =/= good times) and was thinking about these. If anyone has any comments about these lights in particular or other budget friendly solutions, that would be great!
https://www.amazon.com/Barrina-Integrated-Fixture-Utility-electric/dp/B01HBT32PW
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01HBT3BVM/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o03_s01?ie=UTF8&psc=1
https://www.amazon.com/GE-54178-Socket-Adapter-Outlets/dp/B000TU1W9Y/ref=sr_1_8?ie=UTF8&qid=1500931612&sr=8-8&keywords=outlet+socket
I used these. 4 linked together in a two car garage. extremely easy to install and very light/low profile
EDIT: When I bought them they were $60 for a 6 pack
I put $50 worth of LED stick lights in the basement workshop. Oh my god it is so nice to be able to see what I'm doing. When I move, I will unscrew about 8 small screws from the drywall, fill the holes and be on my way!
Correct. The Arduino can only output a few mA (see its specification), so you need to use transistors (eg MOSFETs) - probably one for every channel (R/G/B).
I recommend you work in stages:
If you give us more details about what exactly you're planning to do we may be able to give you more concrete answers, but your post is very vague.
Also, consider how you want to install the LED strips. Usually indirect lighting works best, but this means you can't just stick them on the wall/ceiling, but have to recess them behind something (e.g. a TV, on top of cupboards) so that you're never looking at the strip directly, but it's illuminating a wall/ceiling instead. Keep in mind that the strips can produce a moderate amount of heat - I recommend you look into metal U-shaped channels (example) to act as heat sinks.
Like this? Or this?
How about a motion sensing light?
Warm White LED Ceiling Wall Surface Mount Microwave Motion Activated Smart LED Light Fixture 180 LED 1000Lumens Multi-Functions for Residential Commercial and Industrial Lighting Applications https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0163NVMTA/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_BYUSBbXJA3870
Flat, and no switch needed. Nice for when holding a basket full of laundry.
The lights I'm looking at are 2200 lumen each. I will try to fit 16 bulbs total. These are the ones.
https://www.amazon.com/Barrina-Integrated-Fixture-Utility-Electric/dp/B01HBT3BVM/ref=mp_s_a_1_4?ie=UTF8&qid=1542908042&sr=8-4&pi=AC_SX236_SY340_QL65&keywords=led+light+fixture&dpPl=1&dpID=41CSVksDnPL&ref=plSrch
I'm not sure if I'm allowed to post such a basic question, so I'll ask here.
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What kind of grow lights should I get? I'm about to purchase a 5-tier shelf to hold all of my succulents for winter, but I'm new to this and have never used grow lights before. Browsing through this sub I've found these two are mentioned a lot? Here's one and here's another. Which one should I get? Should I put all the lights up top and let them shine down or should I put one on each shelf?
I am late in the game for grow lights. I have read just about every thread on grow lights and I just want to make sure that this setup will be okay.
I’m thinking of buying 4 of these (2 on each shelf) fixtures: Shop Fixture
And these T5 HO bulbs: Vivosun Bulbs
Would this work for my 2 metal shelves?
Or .... go with these and put 4 on each shelf? Barrina T5 LEDs
Here you go boss. I think this also confirms they are the same set OP has haha. They are very cost effective. I run four per shelf in my garden but I will note that I've run into the occasional plant that I need more light for. Three season lettuce comes to mind (they didn't develop any color until I moved them outside) though that may be a light temperature thing... I still need to test that.
https://www.amazon.com/Barrina-Integrated-Fixture-Utility-Electric/dp/B01HBT3BVM
This calendar has worked well for me. We use a couple hundred square feet in our backyard for growing veggies, and tend to start most of them indoors like people in this thread have mentioned.
A [cheap set of LEDs] (https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01HBT3BVM/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&psc=1) (you can buy fancy full-spectrum plant LEDs if you really want, but these are just for getting them growing prior to putting them outside) and a [heat mat] (https://www.amazon.com/certified-Seedfactor-Waterproof-Germination-Hydroponic/dp/B074753J5V/ref=sr_1_4?keywords=seed+mat&qid=1557274811&s=gateway&sr=8-4) from Amazon or a local nursery will go a long way in making sure you're ready to go with plants year round.
If you get some plants going indoors, you can replace your tomatoes and peppers with some cold-weather crops (Brussels sprouts, broccoli, cauliflower, spinach, etc.).
Currently using [3 of these guys] (https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01HBT3BVM/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_zbnXBb08TPT7Z) in a DIY bench. They're 6500k and have been working out really well for my plants. My ficus seedlings seemed to be getting too much light so I've also made a shade cloth with cheap netting fabric.
Downside is they're 48" long. But the pack brings 6 for $40. Each bulb is only 20W. Running 3 for 12hrs/day will only cost me ~$3. Highly recommended.
Someone just mentioned these here earlier. I don’t currently use grow lights, but I think I’ll be looking at those if/when I do...
What voltage power do you use in Japan, 220v or 110v?
I think the Hue Being Ceiling lights are available in either. Heres an Amazon US listing for a 110v:
https://www.amazon.com/Philips-Ambiance-Flushmount-Amazon-Aluminum/dp/B0718XQ49D/ref=pd_sim_60_5?_encoding=UTF8&pd_rd_i=B0718XQ49D&pd_rd_r=5GZP7P4DG6A56R6M3VGD&pd_rd_w=vNBHQ&pd_rd_wg=xh9jk&psc=1&refRID=5GZP7P4DG6A56R6M3VGD
And heres Amazon UK with a 220v version:
https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B01L99H7YC?aaxitk=e5R-VZJp-wtvfikARE6q7g&th=1
Then for connection just, for example, cut the plug end and a foot or so of cord and use that to connect to the power terminals on the fixture and then plug it in.
I've been looking for retrofit kit for square, and large enough for a similar light fixture, and I couldn't find any. It's another Redditor who used these in their reno: https://www.amazon.com/LED-Flat-Panel-Light-Fixture/dp/B01EAZ1WKC/ref=cm_cr_arp_d_product_top?ie=UTF8
Edit: on mobile, had to edit to paste proper link
Here is another option to pot lights.
https://www.amazon.com/Halo-80CRI-Flush-Mount-6-Inch/dp/B00OGZSQRE/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1478256484&sr=8-2&keywords=halo+led+light
I installed a bunch of these in my house to both replace old builder quality brass fixtures and as new fixtures in my kitchen for work lighting over the counter. They fit into round and square 4" new and old work boxes. Good even output, much easier to air seal. There are a few different models with different color temps and outputs so check out their website before ordering if you go this way.
Instead of using pull chains I would recommend switching over to linkable LED lights. These are relatively inexpensive and are basically plug and play so little electrical knowledge is needed unless you want to hardwire them to a switch. Typical 3-5 year warranty means you should be covered for a while.
https://www.amazon.com/Barrina-Integrated-Fixture-Utility-Electric/dp/B01HBT3BVM
Since your edit said your going battery powered light with motion sensing, just wanted to pass along a link to the ones i bought for all of our closets.
Mr. Beams MB982 Wireless Battery Operated Indoor/Outdoor Motion Sensing LED Ceiling Light, White (Pack of 2)
I am getting so down on my collection. I bought these Barrina lights and thought I would be good. Got a 4 foot stand from Home Depot, a bunch of new echeveria, and was super excited for my new setup. And despite it, they’re still stretching. They stop once they get about an inch 1/2 away from the light. I’m so disappointed, but am afraid I can’t afford a light that won’t have them seeking the light. My stretched out echeverias just make me sad to look at now. :( Any suggestions?
Growing herbs near a window is not a great idea because of drafts and lack of light.
I would suggest investing in a fixture that holds 2 t12 flourescent bulbs. They come in 3, 4, 5 and 6 ft sizes. Some aluminum chain and hooks are also helpful. At Lowes the bulbs cost about $8 for 2 t12s and the fixture is about the same. You don't need to bother with the expensive specialty lights.
I can't find them on Costco, but did find the same ones at Amazon, albeit more expensive https://www.amazon.com/LED-Flat-Panel-Light-Fixture/dp/B01EAZ1WKC/ref=cm_cr_arp_d_product_top?ie=UTF8
http://www.amazon.com/Metalux-20-Inch-Flush-Mount-Lumens/dp/B00OGZT06K
Yes!
https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B076FQ15R6?psc=1&ref=ppx_pop_mob_b_asin_title
I bought a couple of packs of these:
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B078Y8LGG7/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&psc=1
they light up the shop beautifully, are more cost effective than spending $20 for every 4ft, and were super easy to install. I have them plugged into an outlet that is controlled from the light switch to my shop.
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01HBT3BVM/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o08_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
These are $50, super bright. Like so bright. All you need for a 1 space or even a 2 space garage. For the price get 2 and have all the nice low power usage bright ass led lighting you ever need.
I have these in my garage and they have been great. A few of my friends saw them and had to have them as well. I've had zero issues.
I've purchased several sets of these:
https://smile.amazon.com/gp/product/B01MUKSZE3/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o01_s01?ie=UTF8&psc=1
I've set them up in my basement, attic, garage, and garden shed. They are cheap enough that I just put one up in any place that seemed too dark.
Agreed. This looks like the plugs for some 4ft long LED overhead lights I recently bought.
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01HBT3BVM/ref=oh_aui_search_detailpage?ie=UTF8&psc=1
I use these and they work well for me! https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B01HBT3BVM?psc=1&ref=ppx_pop_mob_b_asin_title
I got the 5,000 lumen LED fixture from Harbor Freight for $20 and its stellar! Though I did find what looks to be the identical light in a 6 pack on Amazon for $45. I'll be ordering that for my next shop!
https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B01HBT3BVM/ref=ox_sc_act_image_1?smid=A1V31LM9AH9FRH&psc=1
I've got 4 of these over my 300L and the two extra are in my garage over part of my aquaponic system:
https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B01HBT3BVM/ref=ox_sc_saved_image_3?smid=A1V31LM9AH9FRH&psc=1
As for the floodlights on my other tanks, I can't find the exact ones I've bought anymore and they're a lot more powerful than you'd want, but there are plenty of 20W 6500k LED floods on Amazon. Most are around 2200 lumen each, and come in 2-packs which would be a pretty perfect amount for yours. If you scan over the reviews, you can often find other people using them over planted tanks with great results.
I just bought a shelving rack like this one and these lights, but now I'm trying to make sure I set everything up properly and have questions x_x
Thanks for any help! :)
I use an incandescent bulb for basking and a Reptisun 10.0 tube light for UVB. The latter can be used with a regular T8 fixture instead of the more expensive Zoomed ones so long as the wattages match up. I use this one. Those smaller bulbs you linked are more meant for small lizards I think, they don't have much reach.
The mercury vapor bulbs are more expensive but they're supposed to last up to a year as opposed to 6 months like normal fluorescent UVB lights, if they don't burn out that is which I've heard can be an issue for those
I have a mix of lights for a number of plants, I have been impressed with these t8 4ft LEDs if you don't mind manually wiring them or buying a separate fixture for them. I just screw the tombstones to the bottom of my shelf and ziptied the other end. Like so.
https://imgur.com/a/9itKz
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01DJT1CQY/ref=oh_aui_search_detailpage?ie=UTF8&th=1
I have some of these and they are a great alternative if you don't want to wire anything. I have only had them a month or so but my Neps they are over seem happy.
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B076FQ15R6/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o07_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
I would figure out what kind of bulbs you are using (according to your ballast its either T8 or T12) .. Then what I would do is simply look for a 2 lamp (T8/T12) ballast and whichever you feel comfortable buying; would buy ..
However that being said, if you don't even know which ballast to buy, I would recommend just buying a whole new unit (which is literally the same price as a ballast). If you mess up with the wiring, it won't end well. I.E. https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B000IOAFU8/ref=mp_s_a_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1504540781&sr=8-1&pi=AC_SX236_SY340_QL65&keywords=fluorescent%2Blight%2Bfixture%2B4ft&dpPl=1&dpID=31hEixTh2sL&ref=plSrch&th=1&psc=1
I use these lights and they work good so far and are good price. i hung 2 per row to cover edge to edge.
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01HBT3BVM/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o03_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
Well, the only thing I can add is that my LEDs aren't plant specific either. This is what I bought from Amazon and haven't had any issues as far as seed starting goes.
https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B01HBT3BVM?psc=1&ref=ppx_pop_mob_b_asin_title
Maybe if you look at the specs it will help.