Single Stall Layout Of 4' Long LED Lights ?

427HISS · Friday at 10:25 PM

Using the lower cost 4' long LED fixtures on Amazon, help me with the layout and number of fixtures I would need to perform different tasks.

I do have a wonderful MaxJax 2 post 4 arm car lift.

Garage is-
24' long
12' wide
12' tall

From working on my 427 Shelby AC Cobra I built back in 2000, body & paint work (nothing major) welding, engine work, hobbies, home repair & tasks. etc.
Prefer 6500 kelvin for paint correction, anything else is too yellow in spectrum.

https://www.amazon.com/s?k=garage%2BLinkable%2BLED%2BUtility%2BShop%2BLight%2C%2B4400%2BLM%2C%2BSuper%2BBright%2B6500K%2BCool%2BDaylight%2C%2B4%2BFT%2BIntegrated%2BFixture&crid=18L19LMMCWQDJ&sprefix=garage%2Blinkable%2Bled%2Butility%2Bshop%2Blight%2C%2B4400%2Blm%2C%2Bsuper%2Bbright%2B6500k%2Bcool%2Bdaylight%2C%2B4%2Bft%2Bintegrated%2Bfixture%2Caps%2C175&ref=nb_sb_noss_1&tag=atomicindus08-20&tag=atomicindus08-20

mm08822 · Friday at 11:01 PM

You need to provide shop details first....dimensions, mounting height, wall color/sheen, floor.
I would start with needing 2 rows of fixtures to illuminate the sides of the car (as well as the top) so you're not working in shadows. As a

6500K would be miserable to work in. 5000K much better. (even that could be a headache maker.)

You need to find the color rendering index (CRI) of these lights...6500K is not the answer for accurate color display.
Details on Amazon don't list CRI (not surprised). They also state the "bulb socket is E26"........so I wouldn't trust too much of this info.

Probably best to pass on these.

Bert_ · 2026-07-12T07:47:07-0400

If you can't pronounce the name of the brand, I sure wouldn't buy it...

You putting Chinese parts on the car? Maybe painting with rattle cans from Walmart? You can get decent lights for reasonable money

427HISS · 2026-07-12T08:05:52-0400

Bert_ said:
If you can't pronounce the name of the brand, I sure wouldn't buy it...

You putting Chinese parts on the car? Maybe painting with rattle cans from Walmart? You can get decent lights for reasonable money

What isn't,....made in China ??? Look at the tag in your Tighty whities Underwear. They might say USA, but you know.....what I mean)

FYI, and everybody,...Fruit Of The Loom Underwear is made in....

"Fruit of the Loom underwear is primarily manufactured in the company's own facilities across Central America, the Caribbean, North Africa, and the United States."

Bert_ · 2026-07-12T08:15:30-0400

Just buy some decent strip lights

You can also get surprisingly good lights if you are willing to scrounge for used housings.

427HISS · 2026-07-12T09:52:12-0400

Yeah, Amazon has a lot of strip lights at good prices. Their probably built by the same company.

mike93lx · 2026-07-12T09:58:44-0400

Like everything preferences vary greatly. Bright to one person is not enough to another. 6500K would be very uncomfortable for me to work in and I don't even like 5000k as it feels very harsh. My garage is 4000k

Count on anything you buy today not being available when a fixture fails, so an extra or two may be prudent.

At 12' wide, I'd probably do two rows about 3' off each wall and then more where task lighting is needed. So that's 8 fixtures plus task.

I don't apply a blanket statement on made in China, but I do avoid alphabet soup "companies" as they are certainly fly by night and peddling garbage

Bert_ · 2026-07-12T10:09:58-0400

Why even ask here if you already made up your mind to buy that hot garbage?

427HISS · 2026-07-12T10:54:17-0400

I haven't yet, I need to think about it. I also have the right to change my mind, Is that ok ?

Chuckster in NJ · 2026-07-12T11:59:03-0400

427HISS said:
I haven't yet, I need to think about it. I also have the right to change my mind, Is that ok ?

Your shop, Your money, Your decision so do what you want……. Some helpful info given here to save you time, money and aggravation.

427HISS · 2026-07-12T12:03:04-0400

The sun is 5,800k, and 4,000 is too yellow and unnatural. 6,500 has quite a bit of blue, which is what I like as a autobody & paint man. Retired. We've been saltwater reef hobbyists since 1993 and we prefer 6,500k for corals and fish. Deeper water corals go from 10,000k to 25,000k, which are very blue. Anyway, I could talk reefing all day, so I'll stop. lol 1993

427HISS · 2026-07-12T12:08:09-0400

Chuckster in NJ said:
Your shop, Your money, Your decision so do what you want……. Some helpful info given here to save you time, money and aggravation.

I agree, that's why their great forums like here. Decisions are based on what people know, or don't know, so that's why I'm here and to chat to make friends. Some can handle social media and others can't. If you can discuss matters, then stop and look at other means of your time.

mike93lx · 2026-07-12T12:13:46-0400

427HISS said:
The sun is 5,800k, and 4,000 is too yellow and unnatural. 6,500 has quite a bit of blue, which is what I like as a autobody & paint man. Retired. We've been saltwater reef hobbyists since 1993 and we prefer 6,500k for corals and fish. Deeper water corals go from 10,000k to 25,000k, which are very blue. Anyway, I could talk reefing all day, so I'll stop. lol 1993

It's your shop, do whatever you want. I'm saying it wouldn't work for me.

4000k doesn't look yellow to me and I'm not diving in my garage

y'sguy · 2026-07-12T12:15:04-0400

white ceilings and walls in this space.
Then almost anything works pretty well. Those HF 4ft work lights seem to do a decent job.

mm08822 · 2026-07-12T12:40:05-0400

Some quick reads:

What is CRI? The ultimate guide to the Color Rendering Index | Waveform Lighting

Confused about CRI? Our easy-to-understand guide helps to break down the color rendering index and what it means for your lighting.

www.waveformlighting.com

Understanding Kelvin Color Temperature & LED Light Colors - LED Light Expert

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427HISS · 2026-07-12T12:43:35-0400

mike93lx said:
It's your shop, do whatever you want. I'm saying it wouldn't work for me.

4000k doesn't look yellow to me and I'm not diving in my garage

4000k is pretty yellow.

u2slow · 2026-07-12T12:51:45-0400

My 4' fixtures are on the sides of the work bay area. None directly overhead.

427HISS · 2026-07-12T12:58:33-0400

These look pretty good and price. I could have 2 strip lengths on the ceiling, turn corners, some on the side if needed and over my work bench which includes my tool box.

https://www.amazon.com/ELEKICO-Linkable-Warehouse-Supermarket-Basement/dp/B0CHYXYZJQ/?tag=atomicindus08-20

mike93lx · 2026-07-12T13:13:09-0400

427HISS said:
4000k is pretty yellow.

On that chart it is.

In my garage it isnt. I'm not trying to change your mind and there is no need for you to try to change mine. Just sharing an opinion

y'sguy · 2026-07-12T13:31:31-0400

^^ Yeah, that is just an exaggerated chart for illustration purposes.

mm08822 · 2026-07-12T13:45:07-0400

Much better, no point light sources, only 5000k.
They claim a 5 yr warranty....do you have to ship back to China to get replacement? Buy spares once you confirm you like.

Only 3 fixtures permitted connected together. Plan outlets accordingly.

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