Rope Light

A Rope light is a type of accent light manufactured in the form of long tubes. Many rope lighting looks like neon tubing. The small bulbs which are encased in plastic inside the rope light are the source of the lighting. Rope light can be used in lengths up to 150 feet and are very economical. Rope light is also very durable and can last a very long time.

Since different colors are generated from tubes of a various colors, rope lights are perfect for decorating indoors or outdoors. Rope lights can be constantly lit, blink at different rates or interesting patterns and/or appear to chase each other. These lights can serve as functional as well as decoration purposes. A most common use of the rope lighting indoors is in the living room or kitchen, where they are normally located over the cabinets, producing soft light throughout the room. Rope light can also be installed in the children’s room to generate beautiful and soft lighting, making the children feel safe at night. Moreover, rope lights can also be used as safety lighting for gardens or stairways. Another common use of rope light is to decorate the trees and plants. During Christmas, some people wrap their trees in rope light with different colors making their yard or driveways beautiful.

Purchasing Rope Light
Some planning is recommended prior to purchasing and installing rope lighting. First, you want to determine the use of the rope light. If it is purely for decoration, then you want to think about colors and how it will fit in the place where you plan to install the rope light. If you want to use the rope light to light up a walkway or room, then you want to make sure the light is bright enough. Then, where you want to install the rope lights and measure the distance to determine how much you'll need. Most of the rope lights are packaged in 30-foot lengths and you can join up to five 30-foot sections with the help of connectors. It is better to have more rope light than fewer as you don’t want to stretch rope light and cause the electrical wires to expose. Furthermore, it is necessary to lay out the rope light so that it is close to an electrical outlet or extension cord. Remember that outdoor rope lights may need special weather proof extension cords or outlets.

There are many stores online that sell rope light so you can browse these stores and find the rope lights most suitable for your particular needs. Rope lights can be purchased either in a kit or by separate sections. The rope light kits normally include a rope light of 30 to 50 feet, power-cord connector, installation clips and splice fittings. Before you buy, you should check with your local hardware store or electrician to make sure you are wiring the rope lights safely.

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