tntmo 887 Posted November 5, 2017 Since this group consists of the smartest men and women in San Diego, I figured this is the place to get some solid input. I built some garage cabinets recently over my work bench, I'd like to get some low profile lighting now. I took my old 4 foot long fluorescent shop light and stuck it under there for now, it puts out good light but it's too bulky. My cabinets are about 2 feet wide with about a 1.5 inch cavity under each cabinet to set lighting in. I got some LED strip lighting from Ebay but it's not very bright....does have some nice color features though. https://www.ebay.com/itm/5M-RGB-5050-Waterproof-LED-Strip-light-300-SMD-24-Key-Remote-12V-Supply-Power/252918824333?ssPageName=STRK%3AMEBIDX%3AIT&_trksid=p2057872.m2749.l2649 Maybe there is a better one someone here has used or any other good recommendation. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Bp619 104 Posted November 5, 2017 Albrillo LED Under Cabinet Lighting Dimmable Warm White, 12W 900 Lumens, 3 Pack https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01ARQY31S/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_O45.zb0QEXQSQ I just installed these in a closet that had no light pretty impressive light Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
tntmo 887 Posted November 6, 2017 22 minutes ago, Bagstr said: Turn off the breaker and check with a voltage tester please! I usually test it like a 9V battery, just put your tongue on it...... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
simicrintz 177 Posted November 6, 2017 Ran a couple of new outlets off of a GFCI circuit in the backyard last weekend. Was up on a ladder when I grounded out a hot lead to the metal box. Big pop, smoke and the lights go out. Mama comes out asking what happened and then asks why I didn't kill the breaker. What fun is that? She wasn't too happy with me.... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Mr.JAJA 380 Posted November 6, 2017 2 minutes ago, simicrintz said: Ran a couple of new outlets off of a GFCI circuit in the backyard last weekend. Was up on a ladder when I grounded out a hot lead to the metal box. Big pop, smoke and the lights go out. Mama comes out asking what happened and then asks why I didn't kill the breaker. What fun is that? She wasn't too happy with me.... NOT Good!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
simicrintz 177 Posted November 6, 2017 I know better. We run all kinds of power (we build RO trailers) in the office from 12V to 480V three phase. For some reason when I do 110V stuff at home I just leave the circuit hot and (try to) be careful. This was stupid (on a couple of counts) and I really do know better. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
tntmo 887 Posted November 6, 2017 15 hours ago, Bp619 said: Albrillo LED Under Cabinet Lighting Dimmable Warm White, 12W 900 Lumens, 3 Pack https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01ARQY31S/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_O45.zb0QEXQSQ I just installed these in a closet that had no light pretty impressive light After checking these out, I got a similar set that comes with 6 one foot long lights. I will report back on how they work out. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Uncle Champ 116 Posted November 6, 2017 I hate it when the big white sparks jump out! By the way I learned turning off the switch does not kill the power, who'd a thunk. The light went out =no power, wrong. Live and learn, maybe. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
tntmo 887 Posted November 9, 2017 I ordered these lights. https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01L6W7F3U/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o00_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1 They were easy to install and work pretty darn good. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Bp619 104 Posted November 9, 2017 Nice yeah looks like expanded version kit of one i have, looks like good light Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
tntmo 887 Posted November 9, 2017 31 minutes ago, Bp619 said: Nice yeah looks like expanded version kit of one i have, looks like good light Exactly, had six lights instead of three but pretty much the same thing. Looks like I can add as many more as I'd like, so it's expandable and the dimmer feature is cool. Came with an extra plug that can be hardwired in so I can free up an outlet if I go that direction. Fits perfectly under my cabinets too, Thanks for the suggestion. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
DSM8 360 Posted November 9, 2017 Its a small thing but if you paint the underside of the cabinets a high gloss white it helps with reflective dispirsal of light and makes the areas a little brighter just my .02 i did that to yhe back wall of my garage for that very reason Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
tntmo 887 Posted November 9, 2017 7 hours ago, DSM8 said: Its a small thing but if you paint the underside of the cabinets a high gloss white it helps with reflective dispirsal of light and makes the areas a little brighter just my .02 i did that to yhe back wall of my garage for that very reason These lights are easy to remove so I just might do that, thanks. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites