Solar & Electrical · Guide

How Do I Choose and Install LED Strip Lights?

Pick the voltage and colour, size the power supply above the strip's watts, and use a profile for neat results.

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In this guide you will see:
  • Pick 12 V or 24 V and match the power supply.
  • Size the supply above the total watts.
  • Cut only at the marked lines.
By Qyvea LimitedPublished 2026-10-07Updated 2026-10-072 min read
On this page01. What to look for before you buy02. Best prices in stock today03. Why buy from Qyvea04. FAQ
How Do I Choose and Install LED Strip Lights?
Quick answer

LED strips add accent and task lighting to shelves, ceilings, kitchens and displays. Choose the voltage (12 V or 24 V), the colour (warm, cool or RGB), and waterproofing if the strip is outdoors or near water. Size the power supply above the strip's total watts, cut only at the marked points and use an aluminium profile for neat, cooler-running installs.

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Key takeaways

  • Pick 12 V or 24 V and match the power supply.
  • Size the supply above the total watts.
  • Cut only at the marked lines.
  • Use a profile and waterproofing where needed.

01What to look for before you buy

  1. 01
    Measure the runLength decides the total watts.
  2. 02
    Pick the stripVoltage, colour and waterproofing.
  3. 03
    Choose a power supplyRated above the total watts.
  4. 04
    Cut and joinCut only at the marked points.
  5. 05
    Mount neatlyUse an aluminium profile for heat and finish.
  6. 06
    Test before stickingPower it up before fixing it in place.

02Best prices in stock today

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03Why buy from Qyvea

Why Kenyans buy from Qyvea

  • Genuine branded products sold with the manufacturer's warranty (typically 6–24 months, varies by product)
  • 7-day returns and exchanges; damaged or wrong item? Report it within 48 hours for a free replacement or full refund
  • Pay with M-Pesa, bank transfer or card; refunds go back the same way
  • Free delivery in Nairobi on orders over KES 5,000, and delivery across Kenya
  • Delivered to your door, dispatched once payment is confirmed, rated 4.6/5 from 57 Google reviews (bought from us? leave a review)
  • Talk to a person on WhatsApp 0113 301 244, usually within 30 minutes

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04Frequently asked questions

Can I cut LED strips?

Yes, at the marked points. Cutting elsewhere breaks the circuit.

Why does my strip dim at the end?

Voltage drop on long runs; use shorter runs or a higher voltage strip.

Do I need a controller?

Only for colour-changing strips or dimming.

Are strips safe?

Yes if the power supply is the right size and the strip is installed properly.

Why customers choose Qyvea

Genuine brandsManufacturer warranty on what we sell, so you are not gambling on the box.
One team, start to finishThe people who advise you also install and support it.
Fast answersWhatsApp replies usually within 30 minutes, and delivery within 24 hours in Nairobi.
Easy to buyPay by M-Pesa, bank transfer or card. Free delivery in Nairobi on orders over KES 5,000.
Risk taken off you7-day returns and exchanges on products, and a workmanship warranty on installations.
Customers say soRated 4.6/5 from 57 Google reviews.

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