{"id":3348,"date":"2025-06-03T07:25:43","date_gmt":"2025-06-03T06:25:43","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.simplelighting.co.uk\/blog\/?p=3348"},"modified":"2025-07-16T08:20:14","modified_gmt":"2025-07-16T07:20:14","slug":"installing-led-neon-strip-lights-a-step-by-step-diy-guide","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.simplelighting.co.uk\/blog\/installing-led-neon-strip-lights-a-step-by-step-diy-guide\/","title":{"rendered":"Installing Neon Strip Lights: A Step-by-Step DIY Guide"},"content":{"rendered":"<p class=\"zw-paragraph heading0\" data-header=\"0\" data-textformat=\"{&quot;ff&quot;:&quot;Montserrat&quot;,&quot;fgc&quot;:&quot;rgb(0, 0, 0)&quot;,&quot;size&quot;:&quot;12.00&quot;,&quot;type&quot;:&quot;text&quot;}\" data-margin-bottom=\"0pt\" data-margin-top=\"10pt\" data-hd-info=\"0\" data-line-height=\"1.4\" data-doc-id=\"5146582000000083071\" data-doc-type=\"writer\">Alright, so you\u2019ve seen those <a href=\"https:\/\/www.simplelighting.co.uk\/led-strip-lights\/led-neon-flex\/\">bright, sleek neon strip lights<\/a> used to light up not just signs but also bedrooms, kitchens, patios, game rooms, and even home theatres\u2014and now you want in.<\/p>\n<p class=\"zw-paragraph heading0\" data-header=\"0\" data-textformat=\"{&quot;ff&quot;:&quot;Montserrat&quot;,&quot;fgc&quot;:&quot;rgb(0, 0, 0)&quot;,&quot;size&quot;:&quot;12.00&quot;,&quot;type&quot;:&quot;text&quot;}\" data-margin-bottom=\"0pt\" data-margin-top=\"10pt\" data-hd-info=\"0\" data-line-height=\"1.4\">The good news is that you can totally DIY install LED neon strip lights\u2014and it\u2019s easier than you imagined!<\/p>\n<p class=\"zw-paragraph heading0\" data-header=\"0\" data-textformat=\"{&quot;fgc&quot;:&quot;rgb(0, 0, 0)&quot;,&quot;size&quot;:&quot;12.00&quot;,&quot;type&quot;:&quot;text&quot;}\" data-margin-bottom=\"0pt\" data-margin-top=\"10pt\" data-hd-info=\"0\" data-line-height=\"1.4\">Whether you\u2019re a pro when it comes to lighting, but have never tried using LED neon strip lights yet, or you\u2019re a total newbie in DIY when it comes to lights, follow along, since in this post, we\u2019ll give you a step-by-step DIY guide on how to install LED neon strip lights like a pro (without the pro price tag).<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"zw-paragraph heading2\" data-header=\"2\" data-margin-bottom=\"6pt\" data-margin-top=\"10pt\" data-hd-info=\"2\" data-line-height=\"1.4\"><strong>Why LED Neon Strip Lights Rock\u00a0\u00a0<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p class=\"zw-paragraph heading0\" data-header=\"0\" data-textformat=\"{&quot;fgc&quot;:&quot;rgb(0, 0, 0)&quot;,&quot;size&quot;:&quot;12.00&quot;,&quot;type&quot;:&quot;text&quot;}\" data-margin-bottom=\"0pt\" data-margin-top=\"10pt\" data-hd-info=\"0\" data-line-height=\"1.4\">Before we dive in, let\u2019s recap <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ledmyplace.com\/blogs\/stories\/what-is-the-difference-between-led-neon-and-led-strip-lights?srsltid=AfmBOop1X5RlDYZFPhs2gYRNyixc1tdWeFtYkoz7h92D6U8oEHgjlfOH\">why LED neon strip light is such a favourite<\/a> among DIY enthusiasts as a lighting choice.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li class=\"zw-list zw-paragraph heading0\" data-header=\"0\" data-textformat=\"{&quot;fgc&quot;:&quot;rgb(0, 0, 0)&quot;,&quot;size&quot;:&quot;11.00&quot;,&quot;type&quot;:&quot;text&quot;}\" data-margin-left=\"0.5in\" data-text-indent=\"-0.25in\" data-margin-bottom=\"0pt\" data-margin-top=\"10pt\" data-hd-info=\"0\" data-line-height=\"1.4\" data-list-id=\"36723018\" data-list-info=\"{&quot;id&quot;:&quot;36723018&quot;,&quot;l&quot;:0}\"><strong>Flexible and bendable<\/strong> &#8211; Can be bent and twisted around curves, corners, and uneven surfaces.<\/li>\n<li class=\"zw-list zw-paragraph heading0\" data-header=\"0\" data-textformat=\"{&quot;fgc&quot;:&quot;rgb(0, 0, 0)&quot;,&quot;size&quot;:&quot;11.00&quot;,&quot;type&quot;:&quot;text&quot;}\" data-margin-left=\"0.5in\" data-text-indent=\"-0.25in\" data-margin-bottom=\"0pt\" data-margin-top=\"10pt\" data-hd-info=\"0\" data-line-height=\"1.4\" data-list-id=\"36723018\" data-list-info=\"{&quot;id&quot;:&quot;36723018&quot;,&quot;l&quot;:0}\"><strong>Energy-efficient &#8211;<\/strong> LEDs in general use less power to generate brighter light than their traditional counterparts.<\/li>\n<li class=\"zw-list zw-paragraph heading0\" data-header=\"0\" data-textformat=\"{&quot;fgc&quot;:&quot;rgb(0, 0, 0)&quot;,&quot;size&quot;:&quot;11.00&quot;,&quot;type&quot;:&quot;text&quot;}\" data-margin-left=\"0.5in\" data-text-indent=\"-0.25in\" data-margin-bottom=\"0pt\" data-margin-top=\"10pt\" data-hd-info=\"0\" data-line-height=\"1.4\" data-list-id=\"36723018\" data-list-info=\"{&quot;id&quot;:&quot;36723018&quot;,&quot;l&quot;:0}\"><strong>Safe and durable &#8211;<\/strong> Does not heat up, so it\u2019s cool to the touch and waterproof options are available (IP67 and IP68).<\/li>\n<li class=\"zw-list zw-paragraph heading0\" data-header=\"0\" data-textformat=\"{&quot;fgc&quot;:&quot;rgb(0, 0, 0)&quot;,&quot;size&quot;:&quot;11.00&quot;,&quot;type&quot;:&quot;text&quot;}\" data-margin-left=\"0.5in\" data-text-indent=\"-0.25in\" data-margin-bottom=\"0pt\" data-margin-top=\"10pt\" data-hd-info=\"0\" data-line-height=\"1.4\" data-list-id=\"36723018\" data-list-info=\"{&quot;id&quot;:&quot;36723018&quot;,&quot;l&quot;:0}\"><strong>Your imagination is the limit &#8211;<\/strong> Has a variety of uses from signs, under-cabinet lighting, outdoor paths, and party decor\u2014whatever you can think of illuminating.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p class=\"zw-paragraph heading0\" data-header=\"0\" data-textformat=\"{&quot;fgc&quot;:&quot;rgb(0, 0, 0)&quot;,&quot;size&quot;:&quot;12.00&quot;,&quot;type&quot;:&quot;text&quot;}\" data-margin-bottom=\"0pt\" data-margin-top=\"10pt\" data-hd-info=\"0\" data-line-height=\"1.4\">In shorter words: if you can imagine it, then neon strips can light it.<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"zw-paragraph heading2\" data-header=\"2\" data-margin-bottom=\"6pt\" data-margin-top=\"10pt\" data-hd-info=\"2\" data-line-height=\"1.4\"><strong>Tools &amp; Materials You&#8217;ll Need\u00a0<\/strong><span data-range-char-type=\"end\" data-bookmark-info=\"{&quot;name&quot;:&quot;_Toczwrxafjjf7ob&quot;,&quot;id&quot;:&quot;toc_7ypb4snm9uhj&quot;,&quot;type&quot;:&quot;bookmark&quot;}\" data-bookmark-id=\"toc_7ypb4snm9uhj\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h2>\n<p class=\"zw-paragraph heading0\" data-header=\"0\" data-textformat=\"{&quot;fgc&quot;:&quot;rgb(0, 0, 0)&quot;,&quot;size&quot;:&quot;12.00&quot;,&quot;type&quot;:&quot;text&quot;}\" data-margin-bottom=\"0pt\" data-margin-top=\"10pt\" data-hd-info=\"0\" data-line-height=\"1.4\">It\u2019s recommended that you prepare everything beforehand for a smooth installation. Otherwise, you\u2019ll end up going back and forth to your local hardware store, which will waste a lot of time and energy.<\/p>\n<p class=\"zw-paragraph heading0\" data-header=\"0\" data-textformat=\"{&quot;fgc&quot;:&quot;rgb(0, 0, 0)&quot;,&quot;size&quot;:&quot;12.00&quot;,&quot;type&quot;:&quot;text&quot;}\" data-margin-bottom=\"0pt\" data-margin-top=\"10pt\" data-hd-info=\"0\" data-line-height=\"1.4\">The right tools can help you install LED strip lights safely and adequately.<\/p>\n<p class=\"zw-paragraph heading0\" data-header=\"0\" data-textformat=\"{&quot;fgc&quot;:&quot;rgb(0, 0, 0)&quot;,&quot;size&quot;:&quot;12.00&quot;,&quot;type&quot;:&quot;text&quot;}\" data-margin-bottom=\"0pt\" data-margin-top=\"10pt\" data-hd-info=\"0\" data-line-height=\"1.4\">Some of the essential tools you\u2019ll need are as follows:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li class=\"zw-list zw-paragraph heading0\" data-header=\"0\" data-textformat=\"{&quot;fgc&quot;:&quot;rgb(0, 0, 0)&quot;,&quot;size&quot;:&quot;11.00&quot;,&quot;type&quot;:&quot;text&quot;}\" data-margin-left=\"0.5in\" data-text-indent=\"-0.25in\" data-margin-bottom=\"0pt\" data-margin-top=\"10pt\" data-hd-info=\"0\" data-line-height=\"1.4\" data-list-id=\"69414241\" data-list-info=\"{&quot;id&quot;:&quot;69414241&quot;,&quot;l&quot;:0}\">Measuring Tape<\/li>\n<li class=\"zw-list zw-paragraph heading0\" data-header=\"0\" data-textformat=\"{&quot;fgc&quot;:&quot;rgb(0, 0, 0)&quot;,&quot;size&quot;:&quot;11.00&quot;,&quot;type&quot;:&quot;text&quot;}\" data-margin-left=\"0.5in\" data-text-indent=\"-0.25in\" data-margin-bottom=\"0pt\" data-margin-top=\"10pt\" data-hd-info=\"0\" data-line-height=\"1.4\" data-list-id=\"69414241\" data-list-info=\"{&quot;id&quot;:&quot;69414241&quot;,&quot;l&quot;:0}\">Pencil or Marker<\/li>\n<li class=\"zw-list zw-paragraph heading0\" data-header=\"0\" data-textformat=\"{&quot;fgc&quot;:&quot;rgb(0, 0, 0)&quot;,&quot;size&quot;:&quot;11.00&quot;,&quot;type&quot;:&quot;text&quot;}\" data-margin-left=\"0.5in\" data-text-indent=\"-0.25in\" data-margin-bottom=\"0pt\" data-margin-top=\"10pt\" data-hd-info=\"0\" data-line-height=\"1.4\" data-list-id=\"69414241\" data-list-info=\"{&quot;id&quot;:&quot;69414241&quot;,&quot;l&quot;:0}\">Sharp Scissors or Utility Knife (for cutting Neon Strips)<\/li>\n<li class=\"zw-list zw-paragraph heading0\" data-header=\"0\" data-textformat=\"{&quot;fgc&quot;:&quot;rgb(0, 0, 0)&quot;,&quot;size&quot;:&quot;11.00&quot;,&quot;type&quot;:&quot;text&quot;}\" data-margin-left=\"0.5in\" data-text-indent=\"-0.25in\" data-margin-bottom=\"0pt\" data-margin-top=\"10pt\" data-hd-info=\"0\" data-line-height=\"1.4\" data-list-id=\"69414241\" data-list-info=\"{&quot;id&quot;:&quot;69414241&quot;,&quot;l&quot;:0}\">Screwdriver or Drill (for mounting clips)<\/li>\n<li class=\"zw-list zw-paragraph heading0\" data-header=\"0\" data-textformat=\"{&quot;fgc&quot;:&quot;rgb(0, 0, 0)&quot;,&quot;size&quot;:&quot;11.00&quot;,&quot;type&quot;:&quot;text&quot;}\" data-margin-left=\"0.5in\" data-text-indent=\"-0.25in\" data-margin-bottom=\"0pt\" data-margin-top=\"10pt\" data-hd-info=\"0\" data-line-height=\"1.4\" data-list-id=\"69414241\" data-list-info=\"{&quot;id&quot;:&quot;69414241&quot;,&quot;l&quot;:0}\">Wire Strippers<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p class=\"zw-paragraph heading0\" data-header=\"0\" data-textformat=\"{&quot;fgc&quot;:&quot;rgb(0, 0, 0)&quot;,&quot;size&quot;:&quot;12.00&quot;,&quot;type&quot;:&quot;text&quot;}\" data-margin-bottom=\"0pt\" data-margin-top=\"10pt\" data-hd-info=\"0\" data-line-height=\"1.4\">For the materials, you should have these before installing:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li class=\"zw-list zw-paragraph heading0\" data-header=\"0\" data-textformat=\"{&quot;fgc&quot;:&quot;rgb(0, 0, 0)&quot;,&quot;size&quot;:&quot;11.00&quot;,&quot;type&quot;:&quot;text&quot;}\" data-margin-left=\"0.5in\" data-text-indent=\"-0.25in\" data-margin-bottom=\"0pt\" data-margin-top=\"10pt\" data-hd-info=\"0\" data-line-height=\"1.4\" data-list-id=\"69305510\" data-list-info=\"{&quot;id&quot;:&quot;69305510&quot;,&quot;l&quot;:0}\">LED neon strips (pick your colour and length)<\/li>\n<li class=\"zw-list zw-paragraph heading0\" data-header=\"0\" data-textformat=\"{&quot;fgc&quot;:&quot;rgb(0, 0, 0)&quot;,&quot;size&quot;:&quot;11.00&quot;,&quot;type&quot;:&quot;text&quot;}\" data-margin-left=\"0.5in\" data-text-indent=\"-0.25in\" data-margin-bottom=\"0pt\" data-margin-top=\"10pt\" data-hd-info=\"0\" data-line-height=\"1.4\" data-list-id=\"69305510\" data-list-info=\"{&quot;id&quot;:&quot;69305510&quot;,&quot;l&quot;:0}\">Power supply (make sure it matches your neon strips&#8217; specs)<\/li>\n<li class=\"zw-list zw-paragraph heading0\" data-header=\"0\" data-textformat=\"{&quot;fgc&quot;:&quot;rgb(0, 0, 0)&quot;,&quot;size&quot;:&quot;11.00&quot;,&quot;type&quot;:&quot;text&quot;}\" data-margin-left=\"0.5in\" data-text-indent=\"-0.25in\" data-margin-bottom=\"0pt\" data-margin-top=\"10pt\" data-hd-info=\"0\" data-line-height=\"1.4\" data-list-id=\"69305510\" data-list-info=\"{&quot;id&quot;:&quot;69305510&quot;,&quot;l&quot;:0}\">Mounting clips<\/li>\n<li class=\"zw-list zw-paragraph heading0\" data-header=\"0\" data-textformat=\"{&quot;fgc&quot;:&quot;rgb(0, 0, 0)&quot;,&quot;size&quot;:&quot;11.00&quot;,&quot;type&quot;:&quot;text&quot;}\" data-margin-left=\"0.5in\" data-text-indent=\"-0.25in\" data-margin-bottom=\"0pt\" data-margin-top=\"10pt\" data-hd-info=\"0\" data-line-height=\"1.4\" data-list-id=\"69305510\" data-list-info=\"{&quot;id&quot;:&quot;69305510&quot;,&quot;l&quot;:0}\">Connectors and end caps<\/li>\n<li class=\"zw-list zw-paragraph heading0\" data-header=\"0\" data-textformat=\"{&quot;fgc&quot;:&quot;rgb(0, 0, 0)&quot;,&quot;size&quot;:&quot;11.00&quot;,&quot;type&quot;:&quot;text&quot;}\" data-margin-left=\"0.5in\" data-text-indent=\"-0.25in\" data-margin-bottom=\"0pt\" data-margin-top=\"10pt\" data-hd-info=\"0\" data-line-height=\"1.4\" data-list-id=\"69305510\" data-list-info=\"{&quot;id&quot;:&quot;69305510&quot;,&quot;l&quot;:0}\">Insulating tape<\/li>\n<li class=\"zw-list zw-paragraph heading0\" data-header=\"0\" data-textformat=\"{&quot;fgc&quot;:&quot;rgb(0, 0, 0)&quot;,&quot;size&quot;:&quot;11.00&quot;,&quot;type&quot;:&quot;text&quot;}\" data-margin-left=\"0.5in\" data-text-indent=\"-0.25in\" data-margin-bottom=\"0pt\" data-margin-top=\"10pt\" data-hd-info=\"0\" data-line-height=\"1.4\" data-list-id=\"69305510\" data-list-info=\"{&quot;id&quot;:&quot;69305510&quot;,&quot;l&quot;:0}\">Cable clips or ties<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2 class=\"zw-paragraph heading2\" data-header=\"2\" data-margin-bottom=\"6pt\" data-margin-top=\"10pt\" data-hd-info=\"2\" data-line-height=\"1.4\"><strong>Step 1: Plan Your Layout\u00a0<\/strong><span data-range-char-type=\"end\" data-bookmark-info=\"{&quot;name&quot;:&quot;_Tocgaqc9iqu06gz&quot;,&quot;id&quot;:&quot;toc_0orym4rwn8wi&quot;,&quot;type&quot;:&quot;bookmark&quot;}\" data-bookmark-id=\"toc_0orym4rwn8wi\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h2>\n<p class=\"zw-paragraph heading0\" data-header=\"0\" data-textformat=\"{&quot;fgc&quot;:&quot;rgb(0, 0, 0)&quot;,&quot;size&quot;:&quot;12.00&quot;,&quot;type&quot;:&quot;text&quot;}\" data-margin-bottom=\"0pt\" data-margin-top=\"10pt\" data-hd-info=\"0\" data-line-height=\"1.4\">Before you cut or fix anything in place, take a few minutes to map things out in your installation area.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li class=\"zw-list zw-paragraph heading0\" data-header=\"0\" data-textformat=\"{&quot;fgc&quot;:&quot;rgb(0, 0, 0)&quot;,&quot;size&quot;:&quot;11.00&quot;,&quot;type&quot;:&quot;text&quot;}\" data-margin-left=\"0.5in\" data-text-indent=\"-0.25in\" data-margin-bottom=\"0pt\" data-margin-top=\"10pt\" data-hd-info=\"0\" data-line-height=\"1.4\" data-list-id=\"87645603\" data-list-info=\"{&quot;id&quot;:&quot;87645603&quot;,&quot;l&quot;:0}\">Measure the space carefully<\/li>\n<li class=\"zw-list zw-paragraph heading0\" data-header=\"0\" data-textformat=\"{&quot;fgc&quot;:&quot;rgb(0, 0, 0)&quot;,&quot;size&quot;:&quot;11.00&quot;,&quot;type&quot;:&quot;text&quot;}\" data-margin-left=\"0.5in\" data-text-indent=\"-0.25in\" data-margin-bottom=\"0pt\" data-margin-top=\"10pt\" data-hd-info=\"0\" data-line-height=\"1.4\" data-list-id=\"87645603\" data-list-info=\"{&quot;id&quot;:&quot;87645603&quot;,&quot;l&quot;:0}\">Sketch a simple layout to have a \u201cbird\u2019s eye view\u201d of the whole layout<\/li>\n<li class=\"zw-list zw-paragraph heading0\" data-header=\"0\" data-textformat=\"{&quot;fgc&quot;:&quot;rgb(0, 0, 0)&quot;,&quot;size&quot;:&quot;11.00&quot;,&quot;type&quot;:&quot;text&quot;}\" data-margin-left=\"0.5in\" data-text-indent=\"-0.25in\" data-margin-bottom=\"0pt\" data-margin-top=\"10pt\" data-hd-info=\"0\" data-line-height=\"1.4\" data-list-id=\"87645603\" data-list-info=\"{&quot;id&quot;:&quot;87645603&quot;,&quot;l&quot;:0}\">Note the power source\/s where you\u2019ll connect the neon strip light<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p class=\"zw-paragraph heading0\" data-header=\"0\" data-textformat=\"{&quot;fgc&quot;:&quot;rgb(0, 0, 0)&quot;,&quot;size&quot;:&quot;12.00&quot;,&quot;type&quot;:&quot;text&quot;}\" data-margin-bottom=\"0pt\" data-margin-top=\"10pt\" data-hd-info=\"0\" data-line-height=\"1.4\">Basically, in this step, think about where you want the glow of the neon strip light to start and end. And always follow this rule to heart: <strong>Measure twice, cut once<\/strong>. That\u2019s the secret to a smooth neon strip light installation.<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"zw-paragraph heading2\" data-header=\"2\" data-margin-bottom=\"6pt\" data-margin-top=\"10pt\" data-hd-info=\"2\" data-line-height=\"1.4\"><strong>Step 2: Cut the Neon Strip Light (Carefully!)\u00a0\u00a0<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p class=\"zw-paragraph heading0\" data-header=\"0\" data-textformat=\"{&quot;fgc&quot;:&quot;rgb(0, 0, 0)&quot;,&quot;size&quot;:&quot;12.00&quot;,&quot;type&quot;:&quot;text&quot;}\" data-margin-bottom=\"0pt\" data-margin-top=\"10pt\" data-hd-info=\"0\" data-line-height=\"1.4\">Like the traditional LED strip lights, LED neon strip lights can only be cut at specific points, usually marked with a line or a scissors icon. Only cut on these points! Cutting in the wrong place could damage the entire strip.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li class=\"zw-list zw-paragraph heading0\" data-header=\"0\" data-textformat=\"{&quot;fgc&quot;:&quot;rgb(0, 0, 0)&quot;,&quot;size&quot;:&quot;11.00&quot;,&quot;type&quot;:&quot;text&quot;}\" data-margin-left=\"0.5in\" data-text-indent=\"-0.25in\" data-margin-bottom=\"0pt\" data-margin-top=\"10pt\" data-hd-info=\"0\" data-line-height=\"1.4\" data-list-id=\"51469043\" data-list-info=\"{&quot;id&quot;:&quot;51469043&quot;,&quot;l&quot;:0}\">Find the marked cut line closest to your measurement.<\/li>\n<li class=\"zw-list zw-paragraph heading0\" data-header=\"0\" data-textformat=\"{&quot;fgc&quot;:&quot;rgb(0, 0, 0)&quot;,&quot;size&quot;:&quot;11.00&quot;,&quot;type&quot;:&quot;text&quot;}\" data-margin-left=\"0.5in\" data-text-indent=\"-0.25in\" data-margin-bottom=\"0pt\" data-margin-top=\"10pt\" data-hd-info=\"0\" data-line-height=\"1.4\" data-list-id=\"51469043\" data-list-info=\"{&quot;id&quot;:&quot;51469043&quot;,&quot;l&quot;:0}\">Use a sharp utility knife or cutting tool to make a clean cut.<\/li>\n<li class=\"zw-list zw-paragraph heading0\" data-header=\"0\" data-textformat=\"{&quot;fgc&quot;:&quot;rgb(0, 0, 0)&quot;,&quot;size&quot;:&quot;11.00&quot;,&quot;type&quot;:&quot;text&quot;}\" data-margin-left=\"0.5in\" data-text-indent=\"-0.25in\" data-margin-bottom=\"0pt\" data-margin-top=\"10pt\" data-hd-info=\"0\" data-line-height=\"1.4\" data-list-id=\"51469043\" data-list-info=\"{&quot;id&quot;:&quot;51469043&quot;,&quot;l&quot;:0}\">Make sure the cut is straight and even to avoid damaging the strips<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p class=\"zw-paragraph heading0\" data-header=\"0\" data-textformat=\"{&quot;fgc&quot;:&quot;rgb(0, 0, 0)&quot;,&quot;size&quot;:&quot;12.00&quot;,&quot;type&quot;:&quot;text&quot;}\" data-margin-bottom=\"0pt\" data-margin-top=\"10pt\" data-hd-info=\"0\" data-line-height=\"1.4\">Safety first: DON\u2019T cut while the neon strip light is plugged in! Work only when the power is off (not plugged in).<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"zw-paragraph heading2\" data-header=\"2\" data-margin-bottom=\"6pt\" data-margin-top=\"10pt\" data-hd-info=\"2\" data-line-height=\"1.4\"><strong>Step 3: Connect the Power Supply\u00a0<\/strong><span data-range-char-type=\"end\" data-bookmark-info=\"{&quot;name&quot;:&quot;_Toc5zcszj2m057v&quot;,&quot;id&quot;:&quot;toc_z5k0g37aiz8v&quot;,&quot;type&quot;:&quot;bookmark&quot;}\" data-bookmark-id=\"toc_z5k0g37aiz8v\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h2>\n<p class=\"zw-paragraph heading0\" data-header=\"0\" data-textformat=\"{&quot;fgc&quot;:&quot;rgb(0, 0, 0)&quot;,&quot;size&quot;:&quot;12.00&quot;,&quot;type&quot;:&quot;text&quot;}\" data-margin-bottom=\"0pt\" data-margin-top=\"10pt\" data-hd-info=\"0\" data-line-height=\"1.4\">Your project can\u2019t come to life without power. Make sure you <a href=\"https:\/\/www.simplelighting.co.uk\/blog\/choosing-the-right-power-supply-and-controllers-for-neon-strip-lights\/\">have your power supply ready<\/a>. The rated voltage and current of your LED neon strip lights should match the rated voltage and current of the power supply (12v DC to 12v DC, or 24v DC to 24v DC).<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li class=\"zw-list zw-paragraph heading0\" data-header=\"0\" data-textformat=\"{&quot;fgc&quot;:&quot;rgb(0, 0, 0)&quot;,&quot;size&quot;:&quot;11.00&quot;,&quot;type&quot;:&quot;text&quot;}\" data-margin-left=\"0.5in\" data-text-indent=\"-0.25in\" data-margin-bottom=\"0pt\" data-margin-top=\"10pt\" data-hd-info=\"0\" data-line-height=\"1.4\" data-list-id=\"97786021\" data-list-info=\"{&quot;id&quot;:&quot;97786021&quot;,&quot;l&quot;:0}\">Attach the power supply\u2019s connector to the end of the LED neon strips.<\/li>\n<li class=\"zw-list zw-paragraph heading0\" data-header=\"0\" data-textformat=\"{&quot;fgc&quot;:&quot;rgb(0, 0, 0)&quot;,&quot;size&quot;:&quot;11.00&quot;,&quot;type&quot;:&quot;text&quot;}\" data-margin-left=\"0.5in\" data-text-indent=\"-0.25in\" data-margin-bottom=\"0pt\" data-margin-top=\"10pt\" data-hd-info=\"0\" data-line-height=\"1.4\" data-list-id=\"97786021\" data-list-info=\"{&quot;id&quot;:&quot;97786021&quot;,&quot;l&quot;:0}\">Ensure the polarity lines up (positive to positive, negative to negative).<\/li>\n<li class=\"zw-list zw-paragraph heading0\" data-header=\"0\" data-textformat=\"{&quot;fgc&quot;:&quot;rgb(0, 0, 0)&quot;,&quot;size&quot;:&quot;11.00&quot;,&quot;type&quot;:&quot;text&quot;}\" data-margin-left=\"0.5in\" data-text-indent=\"-0.25in\" data-margin-bottom=\"0pt\" data-margin-top=\"10pt\" data-hd-info=\"0\" data-line-height=\"1.4\" data-list-id=\"97786021\" data-list-info=\"{&quot;id&quot;:&quot;97786021&quot;,&quot;l&quot;:0}\">For outdoor installation, apply a silicone cap on the connection point and seal with heat shrink tubing to maintain waterproofing. The same is done in other damp indoor areas.<\/li>\n<li class=\"zw-list zw-paragraph heading0\" data-header=\"0\" data-textformat=\"{&quot;fgc&quot;:&quot;rgb(0, 0, 0)&quot;,&quot;size&quot;:&quot;11.00&quot;,&quot;type&quot;:&quot;text&quot;}\" data-margin-left=\"0.5in\" data-text-indent=\"-0.25in\" data-margin-bottom=\"0pt\" data-margin-top=\"10pt\" data-hd-info=\"0\" data-line-height=\"1.4\" data-list-id=\"97786021\" data-list-info=\"{&quot;id&quot;:&quot;97786021&quot;,&quot;l&quot;:0}\">Test before mounting. It\u2019s easier to troubleshoot problems this early on than when the neon strip is already fixed to the wall.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2 class=\"zw-paragraph heading2\" data-header=\"2\" data-margin-bottom=\"6pt\" data-margin-top=\"10pt\" data-hd-info=\"2\" data-line-height=\"1.4\"><strong>Step 4: Mount the Neon Strips\u00a0<\/strong><span data-range-char-type=\"end\" data-bookmark-info=\"{&quot;name&quot;:&quot;_Tocharn8c9pru1y&quot;,&quot;id&quot;:&quot;toc_zlqnv20emkok&quot;,&quot;type&quot;:&quot;bookmark&quot;}\" data-bookmark-id=\"toc_zlqnv20emkok\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h2>\n<p class=\"zw-paragraph heading0\" data-header=\"0\" data-textformat=\"{&quot;fgc&quot;:&quot;rgb(0, 0, 0)&quot;,&quot;size&quot;:&quot;12.00&quot;,&quot;type&quot;:&quot;text&quot;}\" data-margin-bottom=\"0pt\" data-margin-top=\"10pt\" data-hd-info=\"0\" data-line-height=\"1.4\">This is it. It\u2019s now time to install the LED neon strips. There are a few mounting options (best to decide early on which one you\u2019ll use):<\/p>\n<p class=\"zw-paragraph heading0\" data-header=\"0\" data-textformat=\"{&quot;fgc&quot;:&quot;rgb(0, 0, 0)&quot;,&quot;size&quot;:&quot;12.00&quot;,&quot;type&quot;:&quot;text&quot;}\" data-margin-bottom=\"0pt\" data-margin-top=\"10pt\" data-hd-info=\"0\" data-line-height=\"1.4\"><strong>Adhesive Backing\u2014<\/strong> This is best for light-duty indoor installs, meaning you should not expect it to last. Make sure the surface is clean and dry before you stick the strip. Get a stronger double adhesive tape to make the strips stick longer.<\/p>\n<p class=\"zw-paragraph heading0\" data-header=\"0\" data-textformat=\"{&quot;fgc&quot;:&quot;rgb(0, 0, 0)&quot;,&quot;size&quot;:&quot;12.00&quot;,&quot;type&quot;:&quot;text&quot;}\" data-margin-bottom=\"0pt\" data-margin-top=\"10pt\" data-hd-info=\"0\" data-line-height=\"1.4\"><strong>Mounting Clips\u2014<\/strong> Secure your neon strips with screwable clips. This installation is robust and secure.<\/p>\n<p class=\"zw-paragraph heading0\" data-header=\"0\" data-textformat=\"{&quot;fgc&quot;:&quot;rgb(0, 0, 0)&quot;,&quot;size&quot;:&quot;12.00&quot;,&quot;type&quot;:&quot;text&quot;}\" data-margin-bottom=\"0pt\" data-margin-top=\"10pt\" data-hd-info=\"0\" data-line-height=\"1.4\"><strong>Aluminium Channels\u2014<\/strong> Use aluminium profiles for smooth, professional-looking finishes. They also serve as heatsinks for your LED neon strips, so there\u2019s no need to worry about overheating.<\/p>\n<p class=\"zw-paragraph heading0\" data-header=\"0\" data-textformat=\"{&quot;fgc&quot;:&quot;rgb(0, 0, 0)&quot;,&quot;size&quot;:&quot;12.00&quot;,&quot;type&quot;:&quot;text&quot;}\" data-margin-bottom=\"0pt\" data-margin-top=\"10pt\" data-hd-info=\"0\" data-line-height=\"1.4\">PRO TIP: Start mounting the LED neon strip from one end and work your way down to the other. Secure the strip every 12 to 18 inches (whichever feels right). Take your time. Smooth out any kinks or bends.<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"zw-paragraph heading2\" data-header=\"2\" data-margin-bottom=\"6pt\" data-margin-top=\"10pt\" data-hd-info=\"2\" data-line-height=\"1.4\"><strong>Step 5: Power Up and Test\u00a0<\/strong><span data-range-char-type=\"end\" data-bookmark-info=\"{&quot;name&quot;:&quot;_Tocamfl61eb6eiw&quot;,&quot;id&quot;:&quot;toc_83lhfr18f9vq&quot;,&quot;type&quot;:&quot;bookmark&quot;}\" data-bookmark-id=\"toc_83lhfr18f9vq\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h2>\n<p class=\"zw-paragraph heading0\" data-header=\"0\" data-textformat=\"{&quot;fgc&quot;:&quot;rgb(0, 0, 0)&quot;,&quot;size&quot;:&quot;12.00&quot;,&quot;type&quot;:&quot;text&quot;}\" data-margin-bottom=\"0pt\" data-margin-top=\"10pt\" data-hd-info=\"0\" data-line-height=\"1.4\">The moment of truth. Plug the LED neon strip and flip the switch. If there are no issues, then your neon strip light should light up brightly and beautifully. (Although there should be a high chance of it lighting up if it lit up in your first test, before you mounted it.)<\/p>\n<p class=\"zw-paragraph heading0\" data-header=\"0\" data-textformat=\"{&quot;fgc&quot;:&quot;rgb(0, 0, 0)&quot;,&quot;size&quot;:&quot;12.00&quot;,&quot;type&quot;:&quot;text&quot;}\" data-margin-bottom=\"0pt\" data-margin-top=\"10pt\" data-hd-info=\"0\" data-line-height=\"1.4\">Check the whole length of the strip. Are they lined up where they\u2019re supposed to be lined up? Are there parts that are bent the wrong way or drooping down? You should be able to troubleshoot from here.<\/p>\n<p class=\"zw-paragraph heading0\" data-header=\"0\" data-textformat=\"{&quot;fgc&quot;:&quot;rgb(0, 0, 0)&quot;,&quot;size&quot;:&quot;12.00&quot;,&quot;type&quot;:&quot;text&quot;}\" data-margin-bottom=\"0pt\" data-margin-top=\"10pt\" data-hd-info=\"0\" data-line-height=\"1.4\">Stay calm and check the connections if you\u2019ve got a flicker or no light. Make sure the strip is connected correctly. Also, confirm whether the power supply has the correct voltage.<\/p>\n<p>Once it glows steadily, voila! You\u2019re done! You\u2019re now a proud LED neon strip installer.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.simplelighting.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Body-DIY-Neon.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-3350\" src=\"https:\/\/www.simplelighting.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Body-DIY-Neon.jpg\" alt=\"lighted LED neon strip light shaped into letters\" width=\"1350\" height=\"1080\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.simplelighting.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Body-DIY-Neon.jpg 1350w, https:\/\/www.simplelighting.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Body-DIY-Neon-300x240.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.simplelighting.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Body-DIY-Neon-1024x819.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.simplelighting.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Body-DIY-Neon-768x614.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.simplelighting.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Body-DIY-Neon-525x420.jpg 525w, https:\/\/www.simplelighting.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Body-DIY-Neon-640x512.jpg 640w, https:\/\/www.simplelighting.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Body-DIY-Neon-681x545.jpg 681w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1350px) 100vw, 1350px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h2 class=\"zw-paragraph heading2\" data-header=\"2\" data-margin-bottom=\"6pt\" data-margin-top=\"10pt\" data-hd-info=\"2\" data-line-height=\"1.4\" data-doc-id=\"5146582000000083071\" data-doc-type=\"writer\"><strong>Safety Tips and Common Mistakes\u00a0\u00a0<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p class=\"zw-paragraph heading0\" data-header=\"0\" data-textformat=\"{&quot;fgc&quot;:&quot;rgb(0, 0, 0)&quot;,&quot;size&quot;:&quot;12.00&quot;,&quot;type&quot;:&quot;text&quot;}\" data-margin-bottom=\"0pt\" data-margin-top=\"10pt\" data-hd-info=\"0\" data-line-height=\"1.4\">As you have undoubtedly realised by now, installing LED neon strip lights is simple and easy. But it doesn\u2019t mean that everyone is doing it right. Here are some things you need to watch out for when installing your LED neon strip lights:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li class=\"zw-paragraph heading0\" data-header=\"0\" data-textformat=\"{&quot;fgc&quot;:&quot;rgb(0, 0, 0)&quot;,&quot;size&quot;:&quot;12.00&quot;,&quot;type&quot;:&quot;text&quot;}\" data-margin-bottom=\"0pt\" data-margin-top=\"10pt\" data-hd-info=\"0\" data-line-height=\"1.4\">\u274c Cutting the strip at the wrong place.<\/li>\n<li class=\"zw-paragraph heading0\" data-header=\"0\" data-textformat=\"{&quot;fgc&quot;:&quot;rgb(0, 0, 0)&quot;,&quot;size&quot;:&quot;12.00&quot;,&quot;type&quot;:&quot;text&quot;}\" data-margin-bottom=\"0pt\" data-margin-top=\"10pt\" data-hd-info=\"0\" data-line-height=\"1.4\">\u274c Working on the strip while it\u2019s plugged in.<\/li>\n<li class=\"zw-paragraph heading0\" data-header=\"0\" data-textformat=\"{&quot;fgc&quot;:&quot;rgb(0, 0, 0)&quot;,&quot;size&quot;:&quot;12.00&quot;,&quot;type&quot;:&quot;text&quot;}\" data-margin-bottom=\"0pt\" data-margin-top=\"10pt\" data-hd-info=\"0\" data-line-height=\"1.4\">\u274c Using the wrong voltage power supply.<\/li>\n<li class=\"zw-paragraph heading0\" data-header=\"0\" data-textformat=\"{&quot;fgc&quot;:&quot;rgb(0, 0, 0)&quot;,&quot;size&quot;:&quot;12.00&quot;,&quot;type&quot;:&quot;text&quot;}\" data-margin-bottom=\"0pt\" data-margin-top=\"10pt\" data-hd-info=\"0\" data-line-height=\"1.4\">\u274c Skipping waterproofing for outdoor installs.<\/li>\n<li class=\"zw-paragraph heading0\" data-header=\"0\" data-textformat=\"{&quot;fgc&quot;:&quot;rgb(0, 0, 0)&quot;,&quot;size&quot;:&quot;12.00&quot;,&quot;type&quot;:&quot;text&quot;}\" data-margin-bottom=\"0pt\" data-margin-top=\"10pt\" data-hd-info=\"0\" data-line-height=\"1.4\">\u274c Neglecting testing before final mounting.<\/li>\n<li class=\"zw-paragraph heading0\" data-header=\"0\" data-textformat=\"{&quot;fgc&quot;:&quot;rgb(0, 0, 0)&quot;,&quot;size&quot;:&quot;12.00&quot;,&quot;type&quot;:&quot;text&quot;}\" data-margin-bottom=\"0pt\" data-margin-top=\"10pt\" data-hd-info=\"0\" data-line-height=\"1.4\">\u274c Bending or twisting sharply (don\u2019t bend too much!)<\/li>\n<li class=\"zw-paragraph heading0\" data-header=\"0\" data-textformat=\"{&quot;fgc&quot;:&quot;rgb(0, 0, 0)&quot;,&quot;size&quot;:&quot;12.00&quot;,&quot;type&quot;:&quot;text&quot;}\" data-margin-bottom=\"0pt\" data-margin-top=\"10pt\" data-hd-info=\"0\" data-line-height=\"1.4\">\u274c Not preparing the surface they\u2019re sticking on firsthand.<\/li>\n<li class=\"zw-paragraph heading0\" data-header=\"0\" data-textformat=\"{&quot;fgc&quot;:&quot;rgb(0, 0, 0)&quot;,&quot;size&quot;:&quot;12.00&quot;,&quot;type&quot;:&quot;text&quot;}\" data-margin-bottom=\"0pt\" data-margin-top=\"10pt\" data-hd-info=\"0\" data-line-height=\"1.4\">\u274c Overloading the power supply.<\/li>\n<li class=\"zw-paragraph heading0\" data-header=\"0\" data-textformat=\"{&quot;fgc&quot;:&quot;rgb(0, 0, 0)&quot;,&quot;size&quot;:&quot;12.00&quot;,&quot;type&quot;:&quot;text&quot;}\" data-margin-bottom=\"0pt\" data-margin-top=\"10pt\" data-hd-info=\"0\" data-line-height=\"1.4\">\u274c Utilising low-quality accessories.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p class=\"zw-paragraph heading0\" data-header=\"0\" data-textformat=\"{&quot;fgc&quot;:&quot;rgb(0, 0, 0)&quot;,&quot;size&quot;:&quot;12.00&quot;,&quot;type&quot;:&quot;text&quot;}\" data-margin-bottom=\"0pt\" data-margin-top=\"10pt\" data-hd-info=\"0\" data-line-height=\"1.4\">Avoid these common mistakes, and you\u2019re golden.<\/p>\n<p data-header=\"0\" data-textformat=\"{&quot;fgc&quot;:&quot;rgb(0, 0, 0)&quot;,&quot;size&quot;:&quot;12.00&quot;,&quot;type&quot;:&quot;text&quot;}\" data-margin-bottom=\"0pt\" data-margin-top=\"10pt\" data-hd-info=\"0\" data-line-height=\"1.4\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.simplelighting.co.uk\/led-strip-lights\/led-neon-flex\/\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-3328 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.simplelighting.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/LED-Neon-Flex-Banner.png\" alt=\"neon flex banner\" width=\"1080\" height=\"580\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.simplelighting.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/LED-Neon-Flex-Banner.png 1080w, https:\/\/www.simplelighting.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/LED-Neon-Flex-Banner-300x160.png 300w, https:\/\/www.simplelighting.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/LED-Neon-Flex-Banner-1024x550.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.simplelighting.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/LED-Neon-Flex-Banner-768x412.png 768w, https:\/\/www.simplelighting.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/LED-Neon-Flex-Banner-782x420.png 782w, https:\/\/www.simplelighting.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/LED-Neon-Flex-Banner-640x344.png 640w, https:\/\/www.simplelighting.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/LED-Neon-Flex-Banner-681x366.png 681w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1080px) 100vw, 1080px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h2 class=\"zw-paragraph heading2\" data-header=\"2\" data-margin-bottom=\"6pt\" data-margin-top=\"10pt\" data-hd-info=\"2\" data-line-height=\"1.4\"><strong>Conclusion\u00a0\u00a0<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p class=\"zw-paragraph heading0\" data-header=\"0\" data-textformat=\"{&quot;fgc&quot;:&quot;rgb(0, 0, 0)&quot;,&quot;size&quot;:&quot;12.00&quot;,&quot;type&quot;:&quot;text&quot;}\" data-margin-bottom=\"0pt\" data-margin-top=\"10pt\" data-hd-info=\"0\" data-line-height=\"1.4\">DIY installing LED neon strip lights is a flex in itself. It\u2019s easy and straightforward, but if you don\u2019t follow or miss any of these steps, your installation could go wrong. The trick for a smooth installation is to have everything ready and handy. And always remember: <strong>Measure twice, cut once<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p>Always prioritise safety. If unsure or unqualified, get a professional electrician to help you out! Want to know more about this modern lighting solution? Read <a href=\"https:\/\/www.simplelighting.co.uk\/the-definitive-guide-to-neon-strip-lights\">The Definitive Guide to Neon Strip Lights<\/a>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Alright, so you\u2019ve seen those bright, sleek neon strip lights used to light up not just signs but also bedrooms, kitchens, patios, game rooms, and even home theatres\u2014and now you want in. The good news is that you can totally DIY install LED neon strip lights\u2014and it\u2019s easier than you imagined! 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