{"product_id":"2m-aluminium-led-strip-profile-with-milky-diffuser-silver","title":"2m Aluminium LED Strip Profile with Milky Diffuser - Silver","description":"\u003ch2\u003eSturdy Aluminium Construction for LED Strips\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAluminium \u003c\/strong\u003eis probably the best material for constructing LED strip profiles for a number of great reasons. The most obvious benefit is its durability: the housing protects the strip lights from external impact, keeping the fixture secure and safe from damage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBeing made from aluminium also means that this LED profile acts as a heat sink for your LED strips, enhancing heat dissipation and helping prevent overheating.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCompared to traditional lighting such as incandescent and halogen, LEDs produce minimal heat, which is not a problem for fixtures in open areas. But for LED strips enclosed in a profile, this can pose a problem. Overheating can cause performance issues and even premature failure.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eMilky Diffuser for Smooth, Even Light Output\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe issue with standard \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/led-tape\"\u003eLED strip lighting\u003c\/a\u003e is that it often shows visible LED hotspots and gaps between the light sources (nodes), which is not ideal if you’re aiming for a clean, minimalist, and professional look for your space. This “broken” lighting effect can be more distracting than enhancing the room's appearance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhat suits modern interiors best are straight, uninterrupted (no gaps and hotspots!), continuous, and uniform lines of light. That’s all achievable thanks to the \u003cstrong\u003emilky diffuser cover \u003c\/strong\u003eon this aluminium profile, which helps soften and distribute light more evenly. What you get is lighting that looks professional and enhances the space's atmosphere. Perfect for hallways, entrances, staircases, living rooms, and bedrooms of any modern home.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003e2 Metre Length for Extended Runs\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eYou can cut this \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/aluminium-profile\"\u003ealuminium profile\u003c\/a\u003e to length, sure. But this profile is best used for long, extended runs thanks to its \u003cstrong\u003e2000mm length\u003c\/strong\u003e (2 metres). It’s perfect for extended under-cabinet lighting, shelving, coves, display edges or architectural features. Just a few pieces and you can already cover your room’s perimeter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAnother aspect worth noting before installing this profile is its dimensions: \u003cstrong\u003e2000mm x 23.5mm x 10mm\u003c\/strong\u003e. That’s 2000mm in length, 23.5mm in width (outer), and 10mm in depth. It tells you a few things:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe profile can accommodate most LED strip lights, thanks to its \u003cstrong\u003e21.5mm internal width\u003c\/strong\u003e. The height gives it an unobtrusive build that’s perfect for most modern interiors.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eClean Aesthetic with Milky Diffuser\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThanks to its milky diffuser and design, this aluminium profile is able to \u003cstrong\u003eblend seamlessly \u003c\/strong\u003einto modern interiors, offering a refined, professional look with LED strip lighting. Whether you’re going for a Bauhaus, Scandinavian, Mid-Century Modern, or other styles, you can achieve a clean aesthetic by adding uniform and continuous lines of light where it matters.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLED strips are highly flexible and can be used for \u003cstrong\u003eambient, task, or accent lighting\u003c\/strong\u003e. You can install them in ceiling coves for ambient lighting, under kitchen cabinets for task lighting your worktops, or behind the TV and furniture to add depth (accent lighting). Ensure you have all three lighting types in your space for a \u003cstrong\u003elayered lighting \u003c\/strong\u003esetup.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eSurface Mount Design for Easy Installation\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis aluminium profile is built for \u003cstrong\u003estraightforward installation\u003c\/strong\u003e. There are no complex tools or equipment required; you’ll be setting this up in your space in no time with basic items like a screwdriver and scissors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe pack includes \u003cstrong\u003eclips and end caps \u003c\/strong\u003efor a robust and clean installation. Mounting clips are better and more reliable than the pre-applied adhesive backing on your strip lights. They’re screwed into place, whereas the latter relies on adhesive, which can be easily compromised by moisture and dirt.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you’ve ever seen LED strips that have started to droop or fall, it’s probably because their adhesive backing has failed. However, with an aluminium profile secured by mounting clips, this will not be an issue.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eIdeal LED Strip Partner (Strip Sold Separately)\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003e21.5mm internal width \u003c\/strong\u003emakes this aluminium profile \u003cstrong\u003ecompatible \u003c\/strong\u003ewith a wide range of LED strip lights. You can easily fit 8mm, 12mm, 15mm, or larger LED strips. This also means the profile is a versatile choice for accent, task, or ambient lighting, as it can accommodate different LED strip sizes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHaving a \u003cstrong\u003ewell-layered lighting setup \u003c\/strong\u003ecan help elevate your space without requiring a complete renovation. LED strips are the cheapest, fastest, and most effective lighting option for achieving this.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease note that the \u003cstrong\u003estrips are sold separately\u003c\/strong\u003e. Make sure to check out Simple Lighting’s wide range of LED strip lights with different specifications, sure to fit any lighting needs for your spaces.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Simple Lighting","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56960082870616,"sku":"3352","price":8.82,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0976\/7020\/1688\/files\/3352-p1_0.jpg?v=1774288852","url":"https:\/\/www.simplelighting.co.uk\/products\/2m-aluminium-led-strip-profile-with-milky-diffuser-silver","provider":"Simple Lighting LTD","version":"1.0","type":"link"}