ᐅ IKEA Besta DIY: How can I build shelves with additional lighting?
Created on: 22 Sep 2018 10:12
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Renron
Hello everyone, I am planning to build an IKEA Besta shelving unit myself and integrate additional lighting. My question is: what is the best way to add illuminated shelves within the Besta system?
I have done some research and know that LED strips are a common solution, but I am uncertain about how to neatly wire them, connect the power supply, and integrate the lighting into the shelving both safely and aesthetically. Are there any tips on choosing the lights, connecting to the mains power (e.g., power adapters, switches), and how to keep the installation as simple yet professional as possible?
I look forward to your experiences and suggestions!
I have done some research and know that LED strips are a common solution, but I am uncertain about how to neatly wire them, connect the power supply, and integrate the lighting into the shelving both safely and aesthetically. Are there any tips on choosing the lights, connecting to the mains power (e.g., power adapters, switches), and how to keep the installation as simple yet professional as possible?
I look forward to your experiences and suggestions!
Romin schrieb:
Be sure to pay close attention to the color rendering index (CRI) when choosing LEDs!Thanks for the tip! I wasn’t familiar with CRI before, but it sounds really important. I’ll make sure to order LEDs with at least CRI 80.
The idea of a remote control also sounds appealing, but that’s more of a later upgrade. For now, I want to keep the setup as simple as possible while still easy to expand.
Many thanks to everyone for the helpful answers so far. I feel much better prepared to take on my DIY LED Besta shelf project!