I am looking to install these on the face of concrete steps for a large commercial project...any comments as far as durability & color fade?
49814
The housing is plastic so I put alumitape inside for better light. durability is good and haven't noticed any color fade and they have been in the phoenix sun for about 6 months.
49815
I have them installed in a concrete seating area under the seats they are fine ,as far as fading they should be ok.
49816
Arizona sun destroys everything, but we haven't seen any fading. They are thin metal and the thumb screws do protrude out the front. We have them on tiled outdoor steps that don't have a step overhand and deck steps would probably protect them more but that doesn't seem to be a problem. Because of the number of these lights that I have on one circuit I did replace the incandescent bulbs with LED's
49817
We have had them for a year on a wood deck in the Texas heat and have not seen fading or had issues with durabilty. Ours are not used everyday, though.
49818
We installed these 2 years ago on a new deck. I think we have replaced 2 bulbs and that's it. We love them!
49819
Does not fade. I have ours installed in composite decking as stair step lights. Very reliable; great light. In addition can find these lights at home depot.
125314
I have not used mine outside, But I would, I think they would hold up fine, I have had them saturated several times and they have not rusted or shown any signs of rust. The rubber/plastic covers on the feet may not hold up to cold temps so I would either take those covers off or bring them indoors in cold winter months.
889727
The leds will last year's and years before going out.. if your crafty new leds can be soldered in place, other than that for the price u can throw away and buy new..lol.. I run alot of these units. I haven't had any led go out yet.. and the plants love the spectrums... hope this helps..
1484954
No, these will fade even in indirect light. I bought these and still have them, just ok. When i needed more furniture I spent the extra money and bought Sunbrella, that stuff is amazing.
549076
Mine lasted a month before it burned out. I am a truck driver and spend a day or two home a week. I didn't see any fading.
420534
I think they might fray. Would you risk it? How much of an investment is it for you? How about cutting them and apply some kind of silicone compound, spray or with a brush to seal the exposed edges...a clear drying substance that would dry quickly, before affixing them to the steps...just a thought
910260
Like any tape, would stick for while but not long. When I installed them on my oak steps I had no problem. They have been down for three months and show no signs of com mind off. However, I did prepare the steps with polyurethane and the stps are quite smooth. I believe that preparation on any job is the most important part of the job.
632772
I used mine on an outdoor application (not a water feature ) but they get rained on all the time plus direct sun and snow. The look the same as they did the day I installed them.
962051
I used these on in door basement steps. The problems I foresee for out door use are weather related: no drainage holes. I imagine water could build up and maybe be slippery (or freeze). Since you already have them. Try them outdoors. If they don't work, take them off. OR put on one or two. That's my spin.
1065091
I got mine in the Fall so I haven't had them long enough to know how they will hold up. I'm in Vegas so they will have to endure "very" direct sunlight and extreme heat. I can do a follow up after the Summer when I know how they survived.
824813
I have mine on a hard wood. If it was smooth painted concrete I'd definitely try them
1299186
I think they would look great at an outdoor bar area, but I would make sure they do not get exposed to rain. I don't think they would hold up very well. They are meant for indoor use.
318934
Khanh, I put these on my car a couple of months ago. I haven't seen them fade in and out. One of the LED lights occasionally flickers when the car is shut off and the lights are on for the brief delay i have set it up for. They look good but I would suggest you buy the 40 or 60 watt version as these are not as bright as I would have liked.
1304711
These treads are better used for indoors vs. outdoors. They peeled right off our outdoor stairway in a matter of days. They were applied according to the package. Good luck!
162792
Hard to say how long they will last as that depends on the surface of the floor (the smoother the longer they will last, the rougher, the quicker they will wear, think of sand paper wearing them down). Ours are 6 months old on stools used at a kitchen island on a new smooth hardwood floor, so slid multiple times per day and so far they look almost as good as new, with slight crushing, but that would be expected with felt from day one when it gets compressed the first time. For the price, and how they are holding up so far I would recommend them. Take it for what it is worth, but I am an electrical engineer who works with electrical and non-electrical consumer products.
1060951
No fading after 3 years. All plastics will fad in time. I live in the Mid-Atlantic region and the fender flares have held up great, so far. I would buy them again.
1723995
yes- i put it on painted stairs and do not expect them to last long, but they held up through what has been a tough winter in the north east. Definitely clean stairs well and make sure they are super dry. Make sure to double check the size- imagine how they will look installed. My mother thinks they are a bit too big- we are considering cutting them down a bit.