[rscholl]

What is a good brand/source for rope lighting recommended in a theater for a cove? Are they all about the same brightness ( 1/2 watt bulbs) or are there different intensity levels available?

 

[WonHung]

Don't know if there are dramatic differences but I used WAC rope lighting for the cove in my dining room. It's been there for about 4-5 years now with zero problems. No change in light output and no darkening of the plastic jacket with the clear rope lighting I installed.

 

[tmnjus]

Here is what I used. Great price and lower wattage (ie, lower electrical cost) then most. I went with the Pearl White. You do not really want the clear since it will show "spotting" vs a smooth appearance.

http://www.1000bulbs.com/products.ph...ion-Rope-Light


Tom

 

[WonHung]

Spotting depends on your layout.


Here's mine:

http://i19.photobucket.com/albums/b1...0guy/tray1.jpg


But yes you'll get spotting if you get this close:

http://i19.photobucket.com/albums/b1...0guy/tray2.jpg

 

[HeyNow^]

I switched from regular rope light to LED this weekend. My regular rope had green slime develop at the connections and browning on the clear rope. BUYER beware.

 

[roadrnnr]

How is this stuff connected?


Do you just cut it and put the ends on yourself?


Thanks

 

[tmnjus]

UL approved lighting can not be cut by the consumer or electrician, you have to ordered it to length. Non-UL approved can be purchased in bulk (spools) and cut to length as needed. Depending on the brand, there are usually pre-determined cut points ranging from a few inches to a couple of feet.


When you by the bulk / spool, you can also purchase the connectors. There are even T connectors available.


Here's another link with additional information, including the UL ruling.

http://www.centsibleholidaylighting....elightFAQs.htm


Good luck.


Tom