The LED technology used in LED strips makes them super energy efficient. They use almost % less energy than traditional light forms like incandescent bulbs. Thus you can use LED strips for lighting the stairs of both residential and commercial areas. Turning them for a long time will not put a heavy burden on your electricity bills. Besides, these fixtures don’t overheat or produce harmful gasses like mercury. So, LED strips are also an environmentally-friendly lighting option. 

If you have an open riser staircase, a hidden lighting effect is the best option for creating a soft floating effect. Install LED strips below each stair tread so the strips aren’t visible from the top. Such hidden stair lighting will create a shadow beneath the open riser providing an outstanding ambiance. This will also bring a dramatic effect on the wall below the stair. So, implement this technique to make a statement with your stair lighting. 

Regarding stair lighting, horizontal step lighting is the first thing that will knock your mind. It is the most common step lighting technique yet considered the most attractive option. Add the LED strips below each step; that is all you need to do. No designing or lining hassle is required for this technique. If you want something basic for stair lighting, horizontal step lighting with LED strips is your go-to choice. 

Having glassed or transparent open stairs Go for creating a  magical watery effect by lighting them up with LED strips. In this case, choosing a cool-tone white strip works best. The bluish effect of these lights gives a pleasant seawater vibe. You can place these stripes in horizontal or vertical directions throughout the stair’s treads. But the best way would be, placing them beneath the treads. Such a hidden lighting effect will add a floating effect that best compliments your glass stairs. 

You can add LED strips to the back of the stair railings to give a hidden lighting effect. This works best if you have transparent or glass railings. They complement excellently with the LED strip lights to create a floating illusion. Besides, warm-tone LED strips will suit you best if you have wooden stair railings. The yellowish tone of these strips brings comfy and vintage lighting to your stairs. You can also play with cool-tone LED strips for steel, black, or other plain railing designs; the choice is all yours.