LitesNow Valo Instant Track Five Light Track Lighting Kit, White #KF0033

by LitesNow

Product Description

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For simplicity of installation, it's hard to do better than LitesNow's Valo track-lighting systems. Here's how it works: Locate the spot on your wall or ceiling where you want to install the system, then cut and/or bend the track to fit your surface. Then peel off the backing to expose the adhesive strip and press the track into place (you can also attach the track with nails or screws if you wish). Then install the lamps by sliding them into place on the track. Plug it in and you're done.

Like the other track-lighting systems offered by LitesNow, the track in this kit has an adhesive backing that allows you to easily install it on just about any surface, including drywall, metal, wood, brick, cinder block, soundboard, bulletin board, wallpaper, painted surfaces, cubicle fabric, and paneling. The backing is flexible, too, so you can bend it around, for example, exposed beams. The track can be cut to the desired length with an ordinary pair of scissors, as can the power cord. In other words, this kit is extremely adaptable, and can be installed just about anywhere.

Of the Valo systems offered by LitesNow, the Firefly is the one to pick if you're looking to mount on a vertical surface, though it can also be mounted on ceilings. Once installed, the narrow, low-profile track is barely noticeable--all your attention is drawn to the lights. Note that you cannot add extra lights to this system.

Overall, a great, quick-fix track lighting solution that's safe, effective, and visually appealing. For additional track-lighting options from LitesNow, see model numbers KV0007, KV0006, and KF033.--Josh Dettweiler

What's in the Box
Five flexible-shaft slide-on lamps with adjustable shades, five 12-watt wedge-base incandescent low-voltage bulbs, dimmer with adhesive backing (includes low voltage transformer and dimmer/shut-off), eight-foot power cord, 15 feet of low-profile, flexible, paintable, adhesive-backed "PowerTape," instructions

Product Details

• Product Dimensions: 14.1 x 13.5 x 2.7 inches
• Shipping Weight: 2.1 pounds
• Shipping: This item is also available for shipping to select countries outside the U.S.
• ASIN: B00026D27A
• Item model number: KF0033
• Average Customer Review: 4.2 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (9 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #257,876 in Home Improvement (See Top 100 in Home Improvement)
  • #99 in Home Improvement > Lamps & Light Fixtures > Specialty Lighting > Lighting Sets

Customer Reviews

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2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Great Price, Great Lights, May 2, 2006

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L. A. Fitzmaurice (Maine USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: LitesNow Valo Instant Track Five Light Track Lighting Kit, White #KF0033 (Tools & Home Improvement)

This is my second set of lights from Valo - super easy to put up and super gorgeous installed. Will definitely be buying more.

2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Pretty good, for what they are!, October 5, 2005

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Michael Dwyer - See all my reviews
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This review is from: LitesNow Valo Instant Track Five Light Track Lighting Kit, White #KF0033 (Tools & Home Improvement)

I bought these as a reading lamp surrounding my bed. As such, I was a little disappointed in the light output of them. The kit only includes a total of 60 watts of light. Also, the silvered bulbs that ship with the kit quickly darken, cutting the light output even more.
After you replace the bulbs with plain clear bulbs, they become MUCH better. In the end, it turned out to be perfect shadow-free reading light, despite it being much dimmer than I expected.
It is pretty easy to install, but I do encourage you to use pencil lines or something similar to help you get the lines straight. Also, turning 90-degrees is not nearly as easy as they make it out to be. You will probably be disappointed in how corners turn out. The kit includes thumb tacks for holding the lights to drywall walls. They suffice, but just barely. The kit also includes screws that should work better.
Finally, the tape IS removable, but it will probably involve repainting the wall after some serious scrubbing. So I wouldn't recommend it for dorms or something where you're going to have to move out in a few months.
As one reviewer mentioned, the shade are a sort of thick paper. I have so far no had any problems with damaging them. They are holding up very well.

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Perfect for my application, January 2, 2008

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Nanciejeanne "Enjay" - See all my reviews
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This review is from: LitesNow Valo Instant Track Five Light Track Lighting Kit, White #KF0033 (Tools & Home Improvement)

I needed these for under a bank of upper cabinets over a bar eating area in my kitchen. I looked far and wide for a soft-wire (plug in) type pendant system, with little luck. I found these and they work perfectly. I hung them from the upper cabinets and the lights hang down and reflect light off of the wall. They aren't as light as regular light bulbs, but I needed them more for eating and sitting at the bar, not as bright lights. I think the paper/cardboard shades are kinda cool.

I did have trouble getting the adhesive to stick to the slick surface under my cabinets...BUT I could get regular old scotch tape to stick...so I ran a line of regular tape, and stuck this adhesive right to the tape! Worked great...and..repositionable!

My transformer does not get hot at all even after a 4-5 hours. I like that the transformer/dimmer also can be removed and reattached so you can slip the wire just about anywhere! I may order another set as I think I cut mine too short and have figured out a better way to place it. I should think more before I start!