Reddit reviews SUPERNIGHT (TM) 16.4ft 5M Waterproof Flexible 300leds Color Changing RGB SMD5050 LED Light Strip Kit RGB 5M +24Key Remote+12V Power Supply

No problem. Here you go :http://imgur.com/a/NQQd5AQ

I'm in the middle of replacing the windows behind the TV, so don't judge me there. Ha.

What I bought : https://i.imgur.com/3UWcsha.jpg

I don't think they sell the Taotronics led strip anymore but this one seems to be the exact same.

Yes, it is a projector mounted to the ceiling.

The projector is just a random old Epson that he had in his basement, so any projector will do really. The mount is just a piece of wood that was screwed into the built in mounting holes of the projector, then screwed into the ceiling. So there's no Amazon link unfortunately.

As for the LED's it was 2 strands of these.

1. Yep! They won't cause burns unless the snake is able to rest against them, which isn't possible if they're installed correctly. They still need to be regulated with a thermostat however.
   
   
2. & 3. Yes you can, but unless you need the fluorescents for plants or something, I'd recommend going with LED strip lights. Something like this. I have them in mine. You can customize the color, which is nice, and since they don't produce very much heat you don't have to worry about installing guards and such like you would with fluorescents.
   
   

haha, I actually have some conduit running on the wall you cant see well because of the lighting, so i'll just hide it there. http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00ASHP1CM/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o00_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

Here's the Amazon one: http://www.amazon.com/SUPERNIGHT-Waterproof-Flexible-300leds-Changing/dp/B00ASHP1CM/ref=sr_1_8?ie=UTF8&qid=1414901980&sr=8-8&keywords=led+rgb

I use probably the same one behind my TV cabinet and my bed. They're on Amazon for dirt cheap, $23 for the complete kit!

There's other versions, that can do much more; ie: wifi controlled, sync to screen/music, etc... but those are a lot more money. Those would be the Philips Hue, and the LightPack

LED Light strip.

They're only about $20 on Amazon so it's not a huge investment. They put out a lot of light. If you're looking for something for lighting, I'd recommend them.

The only negative things so far are that they smell terrible when you first get them (the smell goes away after about a day, though) and the adhesive backing isn't the strongest. No major drawbacks.

http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00ASHP1CM/ref=mp_s_a_1_1?qid=1421788516&sr=8-1&pi=AC_SY200_QL40&dpPl=1&dpID=513lsSALUmL&ref=plSrch while this is cheap and awesome I've already had color changing issues and that was within the first 2 hours of out of the box. It worked perfectly at first but either the sensor or the remote is screwing up.

The TV is a Vizio D43n-E1, and [this] (https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00ASHP1CM/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o08_s02?ie=UTF8&psc=1) is the light strip

I have one of these: SUPERNIGHT (TM) 16.4ft 5M Waterproof Flexible 300leds Color Changing RGB SMD5050 LED Light Strip Kit RGB 5M +24Key Remote+12V Power Supply

It is Extremely bright and could easily light up a bedroom or small office.

http://www.amazon.com/SUPERNIGHT-Waterproof-Flexible-300leds-Changing/dp/B00ASHP1CM/ref=sr_1_2?s=hi&ie=UTF8&qid=1426979852&sr=1-2&keywords=led+light+strips

This?

This may not be exactly what you're looking for but it may remove some of the shadows. An LED light strip could bring light to behind a desk or under a bed. They're not that expensive.

They also sell LED ribbon kits with a similar remote. Some of them are waterproof up to 300 feet.

http://www.amazon.com/SUPERNIGHT-Waterproof-Flexible-300leds-Changing/dp/B00ASHP1CM/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1421353369&sr=8-1&keywords=led+strip+kit

You'd probably need to silicone the strip to whatever surface and let it dry before using it.

Here you go. You can get waterproof vs. not waterproof. I like the waterproof because it has a soft coating over it instead of exposed LED so it doesn't snag on wires. You can get different lengths as well, just make sure you get the kit that comes with the power supply

http://www.amazon.com/SUPERNIGHT-Waterproof-Flexible-300leds-Changing/dp/B00ASHP1CM/ref=sr_1_11?ie=UTF8&qid=1412572118&sr=8-11&keywords=led+light

Here is are some thoughts that I have been mulling over for my own Geek Den:

LED lighting strips, stick them to the back of shelving, cabernets, under the sofa... for a cool colour changing glow. (Just installed them under my bed instead of bedside lamps)

Look over your old game collection boxes to see if they come with posters, frame them they look amazing. I just put the original GTA poster in an IKEA frame.

Wall mount controllers, sports equipment, not only do they become decoration but it keeps the place tidy.
Do you have any old handhelds? if you do frame them in an appropriate frame.

and for posters just go on etsy so many good ones mixed in with all of the crap. link

Any.. if you're willing to cut the strip, that is just a cut off of what's at my battlestation (yet to be posed).

Those specifically are super night 12v 5m strip I got on Amazon for like $20
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00ASHP1CM/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_SKKYCbN7TKKQ1

I'm using this, but with a different AC adapter: http://www.amazon.com/SUPERNIGHT-Waterproof-Flexible-300leds-Changing/dp/B00ASHP1CM/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1412963572&sr=8-1&keywords=led+light+strip

Works great, super bright LEDs with variable brightness, colors and lighting modes. And cheap. Stick back on the strip that will attach to the glass and go up and down the sides. If you're OK with that, it is a great option. If not, then you want to hit up Ikea or amazon for lights that will stick to the tops or bottoms of each shelf.

I would probably get a set (matched controller and LED strip)...something like this:

http://www.amazon.com/SUPERNIGHT-Waterproof-Flexible-300leds-Changing/dp/B00ASHP1CM/ref=sr_1_4?ie=UTF8&qid=1416200267&sr=8-4&keywords=12V+led+strip+12ft&pebp=1416200283824

And use a car battery in place of the power supply. Even better would be if you could get a car relatively close and run wires from the battery...and start the car every once in a while to keep things charged up.

SUPERNIGHT (TM) 16.4ft 5M Waterproof Flexible 300leds Color Changing RGB SMD5050 LED Light Strip Kit RGB 5M +24Key Remote+12V Power Supply https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00ASHP1CM/ref=cm_sw_r_awd_6VVeub1Y1R4WQ

Thanks! Yeah I will post some on here after I finish spinning for the night.

Essentially you just need something like this...
http://www.amazon.com/SUPERNIGHT-Waterproof-Flexible-300leds-Changing/dp/B00ASHP1CM/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1410223839&sr=8-1&keywords=led+light+strip

and the acrylic platter. The Pro-Ject series all have enough clearance to fit the lights under, I assume most will. Then I just diffused them a bit with a very thin layer of hot glue. You could probably even do it with a normal platter if there is room and have a cool glow coming out from under it!

I put the wrong link sorry
SUPERNIGHT (TM) 16.4ft 5M Waterproof Flexible 300leds Color Changing RGB SMD5050 LED Light Strip Kit RGB 5M +24Key Remote+12V Power Supply https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00ASHP1CM/ref=cm_sw_r_udp_awd_h0ZVtb07WAPD4V37

But this is all you need now
SUPERNIGHT(TM) 100V - 240V To DC 12V 5A Switching Power Supply Adapter For LED strip Light https://www.amazon.com/dp/B008FKDK2M/ref=cm_sw_r_udp_awd_R1ZVtb1PTAQM68XJ

Or anything similar