Aquarium Lighting

[luvmyfish]

I need a new lightiing strip for my aquarium. What I want to know is can I buy one from Home Depot or must I but from a LFS. LFS prices on the lights are 3 or 4 times higher than at Home Depot.

[AquariumPro]

Be careful. While those Home Depot prices may seem like a good deal, those light fixtures are not waterproof and are not designed to be used near water. Many people have been electrocuted by arcing voltage from home-use light fixtures on aquariums. In my opinion it is NOT worth the risk. Also, the cool-white lamps that come with those fixtures are not suited for aquarium use.

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[MJC]

My recommendation for those lighting strips from HD or OSH or similar is to mount them under your cabinet so you can see , and look for accessories or items, in the dark.