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How to Safely Remove LED Strip Lights from Your Wall​

If you’ve been searching for a way to remove your LED strip lights without causing damage to your walls, you’ve come to the right place.

Whether you’re upgrading your strip lights, moving them to a different part of the room, or temporarily taking them down to redecorate your space, we’ve got you covered. In this quick guide, we’ll walk you through the necessary steps to safely remove your LED strip lights without any mishaps.

Step 1: Clear the Area​

The first step is an obvious but essential one. Before you start removing your LED strip lights, make sure to clear the area.

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Take down any paintings, artwork, or home fixtures that are on the wall. You want to have a completely free space to work with.

Step 2: Cut off the Power​

Always remember to turn off the electricity before handling any light fixtures. Cut off the power supply to your LED strip lights to ensure your safety and avoid any accidents.

Step 3: Prepare an Electrical Outlet​

To safely remove the LED strip lights from the wall, you’ll need to heat up the adhesive that attaches them.

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Ensure that you have access to an electrical outlet or plug nearby to power the tool you’ll be using to create the heat. If there isn’t one in your immediate area, you may need to use an extension cord.

Step 4: Apply Heat to the LED Strip​

To heat up the adhesive and facilitate the removal process, you can use a heat gun on a low power setting. If you don’t have a heat gun, a hairdryer will work just as well.

Carefully run the heat tool along the best led light strips, keeping a distance of 10-15cm between the tool and the strip at all times. The goal is to warm up the adhesive, not the light strip itself. By heating the adhesive, you’ll weaken its grip on the wall, making it easier to remove.

Step 5: Peel Off the LED Strip Light​

Once you’ve heated the strip for a few minutes, start peeling it off the wall slowly. Remember to be patient and avoid pulling too fast to prevent any damage to the paint. Take it slow, and the strip will come off smoothly.

General Tips​

You can stop and re-apply the heat! Feel free to pause and re-apply heat if needed during the removal process. Taking a patient approach is crucial to prevent any damage to the wall.

You may need to clear off any adhesive residue. Depending on the type of adhesive used, there may be residue left on the wall after removing the LED lights. Consider using adhesive removers like Goo Gone or warm soapy water to clean the area.

By following these step-by-step instructions, you now know how to remove LED strip lights without causing any damage to your wall. If you’re looking for hassle-free LED strip lights that are both easy to install and remove, check out our LED Strip Light available at Cavelights.