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EASY DIY LED STRIP DIFFUSER IDEAS - NANOLEAF

by Chris Maher

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Published 12 Apr 2021

Materials: Govee RGBIC: https://amzn.to/3wTBJ2V Novostella Lights: https://amzn.to/3vdFtMG Black Mesh Canvas - https://amzn.to/3tkLaa1 Stencil Paper Cutter: https://amzn.to/3e7ymgP Slot Cutter Router Bit - https://amzn.to/3uGSgpu 3/4 inch Dado bit was part of this set: https://amzn.to/3d4OoIH Circular Sander: https://amzn.to/2M6ai3x Jig Saw: https://amzn.to/39N1xn3� �� Power Drill: https://amzn.to/3p2w0E3� �� Foam Sponge Paint Brush: https://amzn.to/2M9MbRe Stencil Paper - https://www.hobbylobby.com/Crafts-Hobbies/Stencils-Craft-Paints/Stenciling/Stencil-Blanks---12% 22-x-18%22/p/27038 Wood Used: 1in x 4in x 8ft for the big one. 2in x 2in x 8ft for the smaller one. Home Depot. Links to a few of my other complete how-to projects: RGB Baseboard Trim: /watch/0qQfxGnH8kIHf DIY Customizable Images: /watch/EHXbcErz_q2zb RGB LIGHT PROJECT: /watch/k4E2DUzTbIrT2 LED Strip Diffuser Ideas: /watch/Y24PjWif-90fP DIY Hexagon Project: /watch/Yyha4ByGx9tGa DIY Corner Project: /watch/oNXMhWqH5BZHM DIY Edge Lit Designs: /watch/Av3BBkHtT_0tB DIY Govee Glide: /watch/saFRAQisL9nsR DIY Black Acrylic Floating Shelves: /watch/0po_VtMSsc6S_ Router Table - https://amzn.to/3218dun Router - https://amzn.to/3wEYTdL My Brother-In-Laws table saw - https://amzn.to/2OBdntM Song I used in this video was by Kalax. I don't think there is anyone that captures the synthwave vibe better than this guy does. Love his music! Kalax - The Ride (Into The Midnight) /watch/81IcS2Cny41nc Link to his website: https://www.iamkalax.com/?fbclid=IwAR ... Link to his Youtube channel: /channel/UCR60TjamubEWklMM_6tppBA

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Govee RGBIC:
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Stencil Paper Cutter:
Slot Cutter Router Bit -
3/4 inch Dado bit was part of this set:
Circular Sander:
Jig Saw:
Power Drill:
Foam Sponge Paint Brush:
Stencil Paper -
Wood Used: 1in x 4in x 8ft for the big one. 2in x 2in x 8ft for the smaller one. Home Depot.
Link to some of my full DIY LED how-to project videos:
LED Board and Batten Accent Wall:
LED Baseboard Trim:
RGB Lamp Hack:
Corner LED Light using Pex pipes:
DIY Govee Glide using only paper:
Simple Corner LED Project:
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DIY Hexagon Project:
DIY Edge Lit Designs:
DIY Black Acrylic Floating Shelves:
Router Table -
Router -
My Brother-In-Laws table saw -
Song I used in this video was by Kalax. I don't think there is anyone that captures the synthwave vibe better than this guy does. Love his music!
Kalax - The Ride (Into The Midnight)
Link to his website:
Link to his Youtube channel:
The best way to help support my channel is to like, comment, make sure your subscribed and share my videos with as many people as you can. The other way is to use my links above as I get a small % at no extra cost to you if you buy something. Thank you all for the support! .. ...Expand 1
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@kalelhn2 years ago Finally i found someone who made an easy job and with basic materials that would result in an excellent finish at a low cost, that is what most of us need, keep making this kind of videos! 26
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@csmckzhvn3 years ago Man, i thought your sub count were 7. 69m but then i realised it' s 7. 69k. You deserve a million subs for this kinda quality content, way to go. 54
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@slimeslayer72203 years ago Just a quick tip, when doing your sound clips, instead of turning off the music, just make it quieter, that way it doesn' t just seem like dead space. . ...Expand 221
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@stevesurfaro11 months ago Chris, you are the only creator that has mastered the construction, led diffusion, lighting controller and value engineering. Keep your affiliate links . ...Expand
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@partaydiyprojectionscreens14523 years ago I recently completed a build based upon your light. I incorporated it into the corner of my home theater room. Easy to make, cheap (about $40 all in) and . ...Expand 8
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@CalMcKenna73 years ago This gives me old youtube video vibes with the music, great video, need to give this a try. 7
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@TejasAutoSalonJasonW3 years ago One of the best tips i can offer when mounting led strips is to put down a layer of aluminum foil tape before setting the strips down. It will make the . ...Expand 27
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@dmo8483 years ago I know what my new project will be with my left over dreamcolor govee lights. Cool beans i love this stuff. 7
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@andrewb86163 years ago Wow, thats awesome. The joining reminds of some of those rgb peripherals that have a plastic film over the thin diffuser to make it look like a metallic mesh. 12
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@daandebanaan89023 years ago Im so happy that i found this video with a nicer diffuser then in a shop! 9
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@novostella3 years ago Perfect project! We can' t even tell it' s handmade! Thank you for the awesome video. 3
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@cduemig13 years ago Great idea. The channeled diffuser looks like a good project to add for my dj light shows. Astera tubes are becoming popular but crazy expensive. I like the look of those with the mesh even better. 4
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@ChrisFredriksson3 years ago Incredibly beautiful results! I can' t pick which one is the best, they are both so beautiful! Love the music, love the editing, awesome video from start to finish! 7
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@willhately8553 years ago Super awesome video! A thing you should try is this. Run the strip and at the end, fold it and then ran the strip back down again, and then cut it( so . ...Expand 5
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@minhalraza87913 years ago Thank you! More quarantine projects for leds i cant wait. 2
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@bobsmieth34853 years ago These videos keep getting better and better. 6
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@flawdzn7593 years ago Look line they come straight out of a scifi commander bridgegreat job dude love it. 2
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@ryanokeefe123 years ago Just stagger the joints in the sheets next time (offset the first layer and the second layer by half a sheet) that way if there' s a slight gap, there will always be at least one sheet diffusing the light at that spot. 22
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@AaronMgAz2 years ago Thank you for adding the list of things i will be attempting to make this tomorrow. 1
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@graywoulf3 years ago Great ideas and craftsmanship! Thanks for the ideas. 1
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@RyonMcCamish3 years ago Turned out real nice. Good work. Word of advice about the router table though, you really don' t want to hog away that much material at those depths . ...Expand 12
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@Meowinater30003 years ago Tommy' s dad from rugrats still be out here making shit good for him. 13
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@chrismenon98113 years ago Very nice video chris. I like the intro with your face and profile on it. It helps the viewers to have face to go with the voice. Well done. 1
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@kamals35823 years ago Have been trying different materials as diffusers including some fabric or canvas types. Good to find out what worked here. Thanks. 1
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@DeltaModelX3 years ago Wow this turned out ~~nova~~stellar. 5
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@alankarnitz2833 years ago Man love it, the materials you use are just awesome! Almost done with my hex! 2
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@welshtony13 years ago They look great, think i prefer the 1st one but both look great. 1
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@DavidBoston4642 years ago These look great. Maybe my next project for my office! 1
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@mikeadam802 years ago You just game me a great idea for my cave. Well done man thank you. 1
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@t.blakee28063 years ago Great content! Very inspiring and educational. 2
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@andresgsr83573 years ago I wish you made one with corners, i would love to implement these! Very good skills my man, keep it up! 1
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@briannab47703 years ago Fascinating! It makes me want to get into woodwork. 1
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@maxammo6282last year Oh man these give me some good ideas, great video.
i' m really digging the first one. I' m setting up a new rehearsal spot for my band and . ...Expand
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@ahnichamna3 years ago Editing and working are so awesome. So much thank you for knowing me new music! 1
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@namelesslamp122 years ago Such quality content thanks!
i am 20 and have always been interested in diy kind of projects seen the quality you can achieve with proper tools and knowledge it' s motivating: 1
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@anthonyclark28733 years ago When you make a channel like that, you need to reverse the ends of the wood and run it through from the opposite end to make a perfect center channel. . ...Expand 2
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@greenlatuya3 years ago I know what my next room project is! Thanks great video. 1
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@pranavyeram80353 years ago This is the first video i watched. Amp; i have to say you are awesome dude. Super simple & super creative. Subscribed the channel. Keep it up. 1
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@jordanswabey3 years ago This looks cool af, gonna have to try it for my gaming room; good job! 1
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@PacificDIY3 years ago Really easy to do after watching the viddeo, good job my friend! 2
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@fnaticmedia2 years ago Okay so this isdiy. Thanks for the video. 1
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@mostofaadib33212 years ago Not many people are in this led light genre of youtube appreciate your content. 1
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@anyfoolknowthat4 months ago Cm you nailed it with the stencil idea. 2 questions: how deep did you make the dados? And my blades kerf is a little wideif i wanted to make the stencils sit more snug, what do you advise?
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@billbb71492 years ago I tried dozens of different ways to diffuse led' s. Your way looked super clean. The only modifications i did was 1) taped diffuser paper together (stays ...Expand 2
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@muhammedadil44633 years ago You are amazing brother i make that nanoleaf panel it' s amazing and low cost thanks for sharing that wonderful idea. 1
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@GlitchPG3D3 years ago Those covers are cool! I was looking for some too. 1
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@kevinskowronek5863 years ago Awesome job amigo! I' m debating on a router & router table also. 1
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@ronjlwhite80583 years ago That is pretty damn awesome bro! Gonna use this idea on some table legs i' m making for my wife. 1
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@phonebook453 years ago Your videos are great! Please keep it up. 1
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@martinheinrichs4867last year I think the black mesh is a very nice accent!
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@hemanga10183 years ago Cool idea. I' m gonna try this in an old led tube light. 1
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@2DarkDreams3 years ago Keep up the good work! Your videos are very inspirational. Using the stencil paper as a diffuser is pure genius. The link to the stencil paper is dead. i' m always looking for new ways to diffuse leds. Beside the cheap led profiles from aliexpress, i found you can also use pvc pipe & those gulfy pipes you use for the dishwasher also give a cool lighting effect!. ...Expand 1
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@MurIocMage3 years ago This dude thanked me for watching at the start of the video nice. 1
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@FDiOfi2 years ago The idea that i could use stencil paper as a diffuser is really helpful. Thank you. But you should have tested it seperately to see the luminosity. 1
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@ianaugusto11633 years ago Gostei muito do segundo modelo, vou inventar alguma forma de colocar aqui em casa. 1
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@CWealthMusic2 years ago Hi, do you think the hobby lobby paper will work inside of the smaller aluminum channels to help with diffusion? Mainly concerned about heat of the leds close to the paper. Thanks! 2
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@bhabi70712 years ago Can' t wait to try this
thx for excellent quality vid. 1
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@tornado09253 years ago I was just looking for this exact thing! 2
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@BrucePhung2 years ago Subscribed to your channel because you produce the best and easy to understand all your creative works. I have a request. Can you please do a crown molding with indirect light, rgb led. Thanks. 1
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@FLXtv3 years ago Great video man! Finding solid diffusers always sucks. 1
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@1977visa3 years ago Cool ideas, you should look into adding wled 8266 they are cheap and easy to flash plus they are app control. 1
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@allara56133 years ago Great video. Any suggestions on how to make this a floor corner lamp? 1
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@blanc64613 years ago Hi i was wondering if you' d have to glue the blank paper to the wood if you want to hang it upside down. 2
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@owenmacgillivray84042 years ago Hey, just wonder if there were any other good stencil paper options. They cant ship this specific paper to were i live (canada) and you said it was id="hidden22" way better than the other things youve tried. Would appreciate the help.
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@batonrouge18242 years ago I plan on hanging something like this on my walls, what should i do/use to connect diffusers around the corners? I have an openish floor apartment so some corners stick out and others stick in. 1
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@hayat18113 years ago This is some amazing piece of work! I tried accessing the stencil sheet link but wasn' t able to open. May i know what' s the dimension of the st . ...Expand 2
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@Smartphonematters3 years ago Thanks for the video. You did a nice job. I' ve looked into doing similar projects finding appropriate diffusion material has been a challenge. I' ll have to check out hobby lobby. 1
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@postskeetclarity2 years ago I want to mount led strips to an exterior roof gable, with each leg being 16ft. Would the second channel you made be able to span 16ft without splitting the wood? I want to mount each leg in one piece lifting them in place. 1
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@joihngriffin45663 years ago Hi, great projects, videos, and all things included! On design number 2 what would be your go to diffuser material with the time and experience that has . ...Expand 1
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@poyziontv35203 years ago Found your video because i want to build a stand for my vertical mounted graphics card and wanted to include led strips in a way you cant see the single d i think your second method will be the best for my project because i need a flat surface at the front. Only things i will change is that the stand will be out of acrylic with a black foil attached to each sind instead if the front, there i will so the same you did or i just glue the sheet to the front with some transparent glue because i dont have such maschines to do the cut so i could simply slide them in. Also i want it flat with the front and not like on yours that the side pieces are a bit longer.
maybe i will give an update as soon as im finished my project if you or other users are interested in it because i think there are other people out there trying to do the same thing because there are no stands available for many pc cases and if you have a heavy graphics card like rtx 3090 you definitely need a stand when mounting it vertically:. ...Expand 1
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@morsecodereviews15533 years ago Too much work and tools to be a cheap solution! Lol. Though they still turned out awesome and i probably could improvise with my router and circular saw . ...Expand 2
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@VuHien20113 years ago I can buy a lot of nanoleafs with all the equipment you used to build your dyi led strip diffuser. 44
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@NewYears19782 years ago Can you help with a way to use your first method but for a regular led strip side in a normal aluminum channel recessed into a shelf. I am going to be . ...Expand
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@daandebanaan89023 years ago Question: can you also cut the stencil paper with a regular papercutter? 1
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@Christian-ws3xs2 years ago Quick question:
would you recommend painting the inside of the diffuser white or using aluminum tape since its reflective? 2
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@kaushikchatterjee73972 years ago Great video. I want to install such rgb strip led in my room as well can you explain how to add those designs km the ceiling or fit them into the wall. . ...Expand
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@I-LOVE-EARTH2 years ago What did you use to connect the two led strips to 1 transformer? I need to connect 3 ends to one transformer / power source. 1
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@jelleraffel53 years ago Hey! Maybe a weird question, but ive always been wondering if you can still use the rest of the led lights for different items or do you need to buy new ones? 2