Step 1 · Plan LED Strip Layout

Before cutting or installing anything, meticulously plan where each LED strip will be positioned on the stair risers. Consider the visual effect and how the light will spread. Measure the width of each riser to determine the length of LED strip needed. Plan the path the wires will take from the last LED strip to the power source, aiming to conceal them as much as possible behind the risers, under the nosings, or along the wall. Mark the starting and ending points for each strip and the wire path with a pencil. This planning stage is crucial for a professional-looking installation and to avoid mistakes during cutting and wiring.