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Permanent RGB track Christmas lights on a house

Permanent RGB lights are small LED points in a low-profile track under the soffit. You pick any color or scene from a phone app, for Christmas and every other day.

Permanent RGB track Christmas lights on a two-story house at dusk

Permanent RGB track on a sample house. Mock-up from Pexels #3958958 (Pexels License).

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Permanent RGB track: what the sources say

  • Govee says the total length after adding extension lights should not exceed 200ft/60m.1
  • Gemstone Lights says its track lighting system is waterproof and IP67 rated.2
  • Gemstone Lights cites a life expectancy of 50,000 hours, and says that with average usage of 7 hours a day the system is rated to last around 20 years.3

Verdict. It fits owners who want Christmas, game-day and Halloween from one install and will not climb a ladder every November; it disappoints if you wanted the cheapest way to light one season.

Sources
  1. The total length after adding extension lights should not exceed 200ft/60m. (word for word, each from us.govee.com)
  2. Yes, the Gemstone Lights Track Lighting system is waterproof. It Is IP67 rated (word for word, each from gemstonelights.com)
  3. a life expectancy of 50,000 hours. With average usage being 7 hours a day, the system is rated to last around 20 years! (word for word, each from gemstonelights.com)

Permanent RGB track: bulbs, cost and effort

BulbsAddressable RGB LED track
DIY cost$375 to $725 for an 80 to 160 ft roofline ($725 at 120 ft)
Pro install$1,500 to $3,500 typical

Parts list for a 120 ft roofline

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PartQtyEachEst.
Permanent outdoor LED lights, 100 ft kit (Govee/Gemstone type)2$350$700
Mounting channel and adhesive set1$25$25
Estimated total$725

Rough 2026 US prices; links search Amazon.

How to DIY permanent rgb track lights

  1. Measure the soffit run and buy that length plus a spare controller if over 100 ft.
  2. Mount the rail with screws and adhesive, then snap the lights in.
  3. Pair the controller and save a "Christmas" scene.

How many lights do I need?

Measure the roofline (or gutter) you want to light, in feet. Count every straight run, including the garage.

Permanent RGB track: common questions

What are permanent rgb track Christmas lights?

Permanent RGB lights are small LED points in a low-profile track under the soffit. You pick any color or scene from a phone app, for Christmas and every other day.

How much do permanent rgb track Christmas lights cost?

DIY materials: $375 to $725 ($725 at 120 ft). Pro install: $1,500 to $3,500.

What lights do I need for the permanent rgb track look?

Addressable RGB LED track.

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