LED Strip Lights & Cove Lighting for Architects, Designers & Project Buyers, 200+ Configurations
Rhea LED Linear manufactures over 200 LED strip light configurations for cove lighting, architectural illumination, and integrated linear lighting, COB and SMD technologies, CRI from 80+ to 97+, colour temperatures from 1800K to 6500K, IP ratings from IP20 to IP68, in 12V, 24V, and 48V. Engineered for specification-grade projects and supplied directly from the manufacturer to architects, lighting designers, and project buyers across 50+ countries since 2011.
LED Strip Lights for Cove Lighting
Cove lighting, concealed LED strips that wash light across a ceiling or wall from a recessed ledge, is the most widely specified application for architectural LED strip lights, and Rhea LED Linear manufactures strips engineered specifically for it. For cove lighting, the strip is mounted inside an aluminium profile on a concealed ledge, casting an even, indirect glow that defines the room's perimeter and adds layered ambient light without visible fixtures.
The right cove lighting strip depends on the diffuser and viewing condition. Behind an opal diffuser, a 24V SMD strip at CRI 90+ in 3000K with 120 LEDs per metre delivers smooth, uniform light at high efficiency. For dot-free coves with clear diffusers, a COB strip eliminates all visible LED points. For high-output ceiling wash in tall spaces, Rhea LED Linear's high-lumen strips deliver up to 3,700 lumens per metre. In every case, the strip must be mounted in an aluminium profile, never directly on the cove surface, for proper heat dissipation and colour stability. Rhea LED Linear supplies the complete cove lighting system: strip, profile, diffuser, driver, and accessories from one manufacturer.
What Are Architectural LED Strip Lights?
An LED strip light (also called LED tape) is a flexible printed circuit board populated with surface-mounted LEDs, installed inside an aluminium profile, cove, or channel to create continuous lines of architectural illumination. Unlike consumer LED tape sold for DIY use, specification-grade architectural strip lights are engineered for consistent colour rendering (CRI), tight colour temperature tolerance (MacAdam binning), thermal stability, and long-term reliability under continuous operation.
An LED strip light (also called LED tape) is a flexible printed circuit board populated with surface-mounted LEDs, installed inside an aluminium profile, cove, or channel to create continuous lines of architectural illumination. Unlike consumer LED tape sold for DIY use, specification-grade architectural strip lights are engineered for consistent colour rendering (CRI), tight colour temperature tolerance (MacAdam binning), thermal stability, and long-term reliability under continuous operation.
Rhea LED Linear manufactures architectural strips using gold-wire bonded SMD chips and COB technology on dual-layer copper PCBs for superior heat dissipation. The result is a strip that maintains its specified CRI, CCT, and lumen output across a rated lifespan, critical for projects where dozens or hundreds of metres must appear visually identical across a continuous run.
COB vs SMD LED Strips: Which Should You Specify?
COB (Chip-on-Board) LED strips bond hundreds of micro LED dies directly onto the PCB under a single continuous phosphor layer, producing a seamless, dot-free line of light. COB is ideal when the strip is visible at close range, clear or frosted diffuser profiles, display cases, open shelving, and feature lighting where individual LED dots would distract.
SMD (Surface Mount Device) LED strips use individual LED chips, 2835, 3528, 5050, 5630, or 3535 packages, soldered at fixed intervals. SMD offers higher lumen efficacy (lm/W), a wider range of colour options including RGB and RGBW, and lower cost per metre. SMD is the standard choice for cove lighting behind opal diffusers, where the diffuser eliminates dot visibility and the higher efficacy delivers maximum output per watt.
Rhea LED Linear manufactures both COB and SMD strips across all CCT, CRI, and IP configurations, so the choice is driven purely by the application, not by availability.
LED Strip Light Range, Explore by Category
High CRI Strip Lights (Ra94+ to Ra97+) For colour-critical environments: hotels, retail, galleries, high-end residential. True-colour rendering makes finishes, skin tones, food, and materials appear natural. 100+ variations, CCT 1800K–6500K.
High Lumens Strip Lights Maximum brightness for task lighting and large spaces. 1,400 to 3,700 lumens per metre, 100–200 lm/W efficacy, SMD 5630, 9.6W–23W/m, CCT 1800K–6500K. Frosted covers available to reduce glare.
High Density Strip Lights More LEDs per metre for uniform illumination with reduced spotting. IP65 options for kitchens and bathrooms. Ideal for close-viewing where dot visibility must be minimised.
Economy Series (SMD 3528/2835) Budget-optimised strips for task, backlighting, cove, and plinth lighting. 4.8W–19.2W/m, 60–120 LEDs/m, 360–720 lm/m, 12V or 24V. Specification quality at project pricing.
Super Slim 5mm Strip Lights Ultra-narrow 5mm profile for architectural gaps, niches, coves, furniture reveals, and under-cabinet installations. CRI >94, multiple CCTs and IP ratings.
RGB Strip Lights 16.7 million colours via DMX controller. SMD 3535/5050, 60–240 LEDs/m, IP20–IP68, 9.6W–23W/m, 360–1050 lm/m, CRI Ra94+ to Ra97+. For colour-changing ceilings, facades, and dynamic installations.
RGBW / RGBWW Tunable Strip Lights 5-in-1 chip combining RGB with tunable white (1800K–6500K). DMX 4-channel control. 15+ types. For facade, garden, landscape, and cityscape lighting.
S-Shaped Bendable Strip Lights Flexible strips bending horizontally to 90° for curved coves, corners, and organic forms. 60 LEDs/m, 1800K–6500K, Ra94+ to Ra97+, 360–890 lm/m, IP20/IP54, 6mm slim width.
Digital Pixel Strip Lights Individually addressable (SPI/DMX) for animation, gradients, and dynamic facade displays. Each LED or segment controlled independently.
Waterproof & Wall Washer Strips IP65/IP67/IP68 for outdoor, wet-area, and underwater. Wall washer strips at 20mm width, 9mm height, 18W/m, the thinnest available, with 30° and asymmetric 10°×30° lenses.
Freezer / Refrigeration Strips Specified CCT for cold-chain retail: warm white for bread, light pink for meat, blue-white for chilled and seafood. Engineered for low-temperature supermarket display.
LED Strip Light Specifications
| Specification | Range |
|---|---|
| LED Technology | COB and SMD (2835, 3528, 5050, 5630, 3535) |
| Voltage | 12V, 24V, 48V DC |
| LED Density | 60 to 700 LEDs per metre |
| Wattage | 4.8W to 23W per metre |
| Lumen Output | 360 to 3,700 lm/m |
| Luminous Efficacy | Up to 200 lm/W |
| CCT Range | 1800K – 6500K |
| Tunable White | 1800K – 6500K Adjustable |
| Colour Options | Single, Tunable white, RGB, RGBW, RGBWW, Digital pixel |
| CRI | 80+, 90+, 94+, 97+ |
| IP Ratings | IP20, IP54, IP65, IP67, IP68 |
| PCB | Dual-layer copper |
| LED chip sources | SanAn, LumiLeds, Epistar, Samsung, Nichia |
| Dimming | Triac, DALI, 0-10V, PWM, DMX512, RF, Bluetooth |
| Standard Reel Length | 5 metres (Custom available) |
| Certifications | CE, RoHS, BIS (TUV, SAA on Request) |
Who Specifies Rhea LED Linear LED Strip Lights?
Architects specify Rhea LED Linear strips for cove lighting, ceiling coffers, facade accents, and feature lighting where continuous, uniform illumination defines the space.
Lighting designers select from the CRI 90+ to 97+ range for colour-critical hospitality, retail, and gallery environments, using the full CCT range to hit precise ambiance targets.
Interior designers use slim and high-CRI strips for kitchen under-cabinet lighting, wardrobe illumination, furniture integration, mirror lighting, and residential cove schemes.
Hospitality developers specify Rhea LED Linear strips for guest rooms, lobbies, restaurants, and pool areas (IP68) across large projects, proven at the St Regis Maldives.
OEM partners source Rhea LED Linear strips under white-label arrangements with custom CCT, density, and packaging.
How to Choose the Right LED Strip Light
Step 1: Choose COB or SMD. COB for dot-free light at close viewing (clear diffusers, display cases). SMD for higher efficacy behind opal diffusers (cove lighting) and for RGB/RGBW.
Step 2: Specify CRI. 90+ for hospitality, retail, residential. 95+ for galleries and colour-critical spaces. 80+ for commercial/industrial.
Step 3: Select CCT. 2700K–3000K for warm hospitality and residential. 4000K for commercial/task. 5000K–6500K for retail. Tunable white for circadian flexibility.
Step 4: Match LED density to viewing distance. 120+ LEDs/m for close-viewing/dot-free. 60 LEDs/m for concealed cove.
Step 5: Determine IP rating. IP20 indoor dry. IP65 bathrooms/kitchens. IP67 outdoor/in-ground. IP68 pools/underwater.
Step 6: Calculate voltage and run length. 24V for runs to 5m, 48V to 10m. Verify total wattage vs driver capacity (80% max load). Feed long runs from both ends to avoid voltage drop.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which LED strip is best for cove lighting? For standard cove lighting behind an opal diffuser, a 24V SMD strip at CRI 90+, 3000K, 120 LEDs/m gives the best balance of output, efficiency, and warmth. For dot-free coves with clear diffusers, a COB strip eliminates visible dots. For high-output ceiling wash, a high-lumen multi-row strip delivers up to 3,700 lm/m. In all cases, mount the strip in an aluminium profile for thermal management, never directly on the cove surface.
What is the difference between COB and SMD LED strips? COB strips bond micro LED dies under a single phosphor layer for a continuous, dot-free line of light, ideal when the strip is visible at close range. SMD strips use individual LED chips at fixed intervals, offering higher lm/W efficacy and RGB/RGBW options, ideal for cove lighting behind opal diffusers. COB for visible installations, SMD for concealed or colour-changing applications.
What CRI should architectural LED strips have? For hospitality, retail, residential, and any space where material finishes and skin tones matter, specify CRI 90+ minimum. For galleries and colour-critical environments, specify CRI 95+. CRI 80+ is acceptable for commercial offices and industrial areas. Rhea LED Linear manufactures CRI 80+ to 97+. The cost difference between CRI 80 and CRI 90 is typically 15–25%, a small premium protecting interior finishes selected under high-CRI lighting.
How many LEDs per metre do I need? For concealed cove lighting behind an opal diffuser, 60 LEDs/m is usually sufficient. For close-viewing or clear diffusers where dots must not be visible, specify 120+ LEDs/m or a COB strip. Rhea LED Linear manufactures 60 to 700 LEDs/m. Higher density increases both uniformity and wattage, so balance the dot-free requirement against energy consumption.
What is the brightest LED strip Rhea LED Linear manufactures? Rhea LED Linear's High Lumens series delivers up to 3,700 lumens per metre using SMD 5630 chips at up to 23W/m, with efficacy of 100–200 lm/W. For maximum-output applications, high ceilings, task lighting, large-space illumination, these provide the brightness of a fixture in a linear format.
Are Rhea LED Linear LED strips waterproof? Rhea LED Linear manufactures strips in IP20 (indoor dry), IP54 (dust-protected), IP65 (water jets, bathrooms, kitchens, covered outdoor), IP67 (temporary submersion, in-ground, outdoor), and IP68 (continuous submersion, pools, fountains). Rhea LED Linear's IP68 strips have operated continuously underwater for 8+ years at the St Regis Maldives.
Can Rhea LED Linear match a specific colour temperature? Yes. Rhea LED Linear manufactures strips to specific CCT targets within a 3-step MacAdam ellipse tolerance, and offers tunable white strips adjustable from 1800K to 6500K. Custom CCT matching is available for projects requiring a match to existing installations or specific material palettes.
Do you supply RGB and RGBW strips for facade lighting? Yes. Rhea LED Linear's RGB strips offer 16.7 million colours via DMX control. RGBW and RGBWW strips combine colour-changing with tunable white using 5-in-1 chips. SPI/DMX digital pixel strips enable individually addressable effects for dynamic facades and signage. IP65–IP68 options available for outdoor facade applications.
Specify Rhea LED Linear LED Strip Lights
From a 5mm cove detail to a 3,700-lumen ceiling wash to a pixel-addressable facade, Rhea LED Linear's 200+ strip configurations cover every architectural lighting requirement, supplied directly from the manufacturer at specification-grade quality.
LED STRIP LIGHTS
LED strip light for all purpose lighting applications worldwide. For use in Interior lighting, outdoor lighting and landscape lighting. These lights are becoming increasingly popular for a variety of lighting applications, both commercial and residential. They offer a clean, modern look and are an affordable option compared to other types of lighting.
If you’re looking for LED strip lights, there are a few things you should keep in mind. First, consider the purpose of the lights. If you plan to use them in an outdoor or wet area, look for IP65-rated lights. These have a protective covering that makes them waterproof. Second, pay attention to the number of LEDs per length. More LEDs means a brighter output and higher light quality. Finally, consider your budget. LED strip lights can range in price from relatively affordable to quite expensive. By keeping these factors in mind, you’ll be able to find the perfect LED strip lights for your needs.
We offer LED strips with high CRI and high lumens output which emit brighter light. We also have a variety of color temperatures available, including warm white, cool white, and neutral white. Plus, our RGB and RGBW strip lights can be controlled using a DMX decoder and master controller to achieve infinite light patterns and colors. So no matter what your needs are, we have the perfect solution for you.
Our LED strips can be integrated into any cove designs with the help of super cove lighting profiles. Our cove profiles are available in 30°, 60°, 120° and with a wall grazer lens to suit different cove applications. LED lighting is not only energy-efficient but they are also extremely cost-effective and easy to install.
Whether you’re looking to add some ambient lighting to your home or create an eye-catching design feature, LED strip lights are a great option. Thanks to their flexibility, they can fit in all sorts of spaces, from under shelves and cabinets to around corners and on curved surfaces. Plus, they’re durable and long lasting, making them a great investment for indoor and outdoor lighting purposes.
LED strip light is the perfect solution to light up a home or office. Not only do they give any space a contemporary look, but they also don’t overheat like traditional bulbs. Plus, they can be customized to fit any area by cutting them to the desired length. ESTLights offers a wide range of LED strips that can be integrated into aluminum profiles to create beautiful lighting effects for interior lighting and any landscape lighting purpose. These profiles will suit your decor and lighting needs with a bit of customization.
With their uniform light output and lack of hotspots, cob leds are the perfect way to get bright, even lighting that will enhance any space. Whether you’re a lighting designer, architect or manufacturer, these strips are sure to meet your needs. These fixtures produce high lumens and brightness but also saves energy consumption.
These are becoming increasingly popular for a variety of reasons. Also, one big advantage is that they are much smaller in size than other types of LED lights. This makes them more flexible and easier to fit into different spaces. This flexibility also makes it possible to cut the strips to the desired length, which is ideal for creating custom lighting designs. Whether you’re a professional lighting designer or just looking to add some unique flair to your home, LED strip lights are a great option worth considering.
LED strips have completed the disruptive innovation in the lighting industry. This is also known as smart lighting. LED linear lights are now the primary lighting source for lighting designers, architects & interior designers for landscape lighting. With over 25+ broad categories of high quality LED tapes, 1000+ options of wattage, size, color temperature, beam angles, CRI, lens, lumens package, and over 850+ sizes and shapes of LED aluminum profile available the designer can now create infinite linear lighting design.
Architects & lighting designers are today using high quality LED Strip lights for smart lighting, cove lights, hotel rooms, lobby, public areas, interior lighting, architectural linear lighting, landscape lighting, outdoor linear lighting, indoor linear lighting, swimming pool and all purpose lighting. We offer strip lights in wattages of 4.8W to 30W/mtr. LED strips are the best option for cove lighting as it gives the cove design a modern feel. LED strips provide beautiful lines of light which can be integrated into cove profiles to get an anti-glare effect.
Color temperature varies from place to place. The color temperature required in guest rooms may not be the same as in work stations. Schools and hospitals require a standard color temperature. The color temperature required in guest rooms is 2700K whereas the CCT requirement in the workstation is 4000K and hospitals require 6500K.
RHEA LED linear strip lights:
- Full Spectrum CRI is above 97. Reduces strain to the eyes and helps in adding productivity at the workplace. These LED strips portray true color, reduce glare, highlight the beauty of the building, structure, and interiors. The lumens per meter is 90 to 100
- High density LED strip lights LEDs ranging from 112 to 490 LEDs per meter with SMD2216. Wattages of strips are 7.7W, 12W, 16W, 19.2W and 23W. It provides uniformity of lighting. Often used in led linear light fixtures.
- Freezer (Fresh) LED strips are highly applicable in retail supermarkets to keep dairy, poultry, bread, vegetables and fish fresh. Color temperature for different areas differ. Warm white for bread, light pink for meat. Bright blue and white in chilled cabinets, restaurants and seafood shops.
- Neon Flex Strip: Polyurethane encapsulated LED strips known as NEON Flex come with light emitting from the top, side and 3 sides. Small size NEON FLEX is an option. RHEA NEON Flex is usable underwater.
- Wall washer LED strips IP67 is with 30degree and asymmetric 10X30 degree lens. Wall washer LED strips are 20MM in width and 9MM in height with 18W/mtr which is the thinnest wall washer light.
- Economic LED strips, IP20, are best for cabinet, wardrobes, kitchen lights and cove areas. LED strips are easy to install connected to a remote controller. RGB LED strips also have connectors to connect to a power supply and DMX controller for all purpose lighting
