Application
Hotel Cove Lighting Design with COB LED Strip
August 28, 2026
Cove lighting design for hotels — ceiling slots, millwork integration, lumen targets, and COB strip selection for dot-free lines.
Hotel Cove Lighting Design
Quick Answer: Hotel cove lighting uses concealed COB LED strip in ceiling or headwall slots with diffusers to deliver soft ambient light. Design must size slot depth, strip density (W/m), and diffuser translucency to hit target illuminance without visible hotspots.
Slot Geometry
Shallow slots need higher-density COB; deep slots allow lower W/m. Model with reflectance from finished surfaces.
Diffuser Selection
Translucent vs prismatic affects glare and efficacy — mockup is essential.
Energy & Codes
Balance aesthetic W/m with energy code limits — document controlled dimming and occupancy where required.
Q: Continuous vs segmented coves? A: Segments ease driver routing; hide joins in low-visibility corners.
Q: When should samples be approved? A: Before bulk order — validate CCT, dimming, and installation in a mockup or sample room.
Conclusion
Cove design is optical — pair lighting designer calculations with manufacturer sample in finished slot.
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