LED backlighting vs. Edge Lighting: Advantages of Using LED Backlighting Panels Compared to LED Backlighting Strips

You might be wondering, “How does LED backlighting work?” Backlighting with LED technology is the new standard, and has some considerations.

Using LED’s behind a diffusor panel as opposed to around (edge Lighting) is a much better option as for types of LED backlighting to use. Plexiglass LED backlighting such as for LED art backlighting can be accomplished by placing the LED backlighting array behind the diffusion material, thus making it “backlit.” The LED backlight will provide a much brighter and more even distribution of light, which is a tremendous advantage, especially with high ambient light. Applying and connecting many linear LED strips is complicated and fraught with problems. Two-dimensional LED backlighting modules such as the IllumiTile system just makes sense. Using a simple LED backlighting system such as the IllumiTile as direct LED backlighting with local dimming is a common option.

Pitfalls of Flexible LED backlight and LED Backlighting Sheets

You will find that there are several LED backlights for sale to both commercial consumers and DIY’s. Of course, a quality LED backlight is critical for commercial applications. Many LED backlighting modules on the market have problems and challenges for common applications such as with flexible LED sheets and other LED light panel backlighting for sale on the Internet. Flexible sheets may appear to be a better option, but prove to have several problems such as a lack of high brightness, minimal heatsinking and unevenness across the mounting area, just to name a few. Although the costs of a rigid LED backlighting kit may be slightly higher, there are many benefits, especially for commercial and hospitality applications.

Luminous Ceilings & Custom Luminaires

Luminous ceilings are a common use of modular LED backlighting. Commonly, a safe hanging structure is designed and fabricated to hold the desired luminous area for a ceiling.

Custom luminaires can be created, easily using the IllumiTile system. The smaller modular size makes creating custom shapes, simple.

LED Backlighting Techniques: Only Limited by Your Imagination

LED Light Panels for Backlighting Onyx or Stone

The IllumiTile system is an excellent option for backlighting Onyx or LED backlighting for stone since it is high quality, bright and easily serviceable, if the need should ever arise. Note that serviceability of interior LED backlighting is very important for any LED system. Simply make a removable panel or panels that will be placed under the stone and attach the IllumiTiles. Make sure that the panels can be easily removed in case servicing is necessary.

LED Backlighting for Signs

Signs are a unique type of LED Backlighting. In general, “signs” vary greatly. UL acknowledges signs as a completely different category from all other types of similar lighting. The difference between signs and “displays” can be quite varied different as well. When making a sign, especially an outdoor sign, be sure that whatever LED backlighting is being used, is designs for that type of application. IllumiTile is for interior use with little to no humidity.

LED Backlighting for Furniture

LED desk backlighting is one of the common types of LED backlighting ideas. Many lobbies and homes now have backlit desks as a fun and creative lighting effect. The IllumiTile system works very well for desk lighting as it makes it a snap to configure and install.

LED Backlighting for Photography and Video

The IllumiTile is a simple and effective LED backlighting technology for photography and video. IllumiTile is available in both 80+ CRI and 90+ CRI, if higher color rendering is needed. When building props or sets, IllumiTile makes lighting simple. Plus, it is reusable.

LED backlighting for Art and LED Backlighting for Stained Glass

The IllumiTile is an exceptionally good solution for lighting art or glass from behind. LED picture backlights and applications like stained glass backlighting, although still simple, require somewhat more consideration. The type of diffusion material (such as glass) and its opacity should be considered. The simple way to assess the look would be a get one or a few IllumiTiles and experiment. Glass that is not very opaque (somewhat clear) may need a diffusion panel behind it so that the LED backlighting is not easily seen. Another option may be to make more space between the diffusion plane or glass to obscure the LED backlight equipment.