DIY Permanent Christmas Lighting Kit – 12mm RGB
Price range: $625.00 through $2,700.00
If you prefer the traditional Christmas light look without lighting up the walls on your house as much, our 12mm RGB permanent Christmas light kits are perfect for you. Kits include everything you need to install permanent lights yourself: Controller, LEDs, aluminum channel, cables, etc. The only thing you need to get are some screws to mount them to your house.
RGB Permanent Christmas Lights
Bright pinpoint glow, vivid colors, and year-round reliability.
Our 12 mm RGB Permanent Christmas Lights deliver the classic holiday look with a crisp, direct glow. Each LED outputs about 12 to 14 lumens, bright to the eye without flooding your walls, so you get that traditional string-light look instead of a wide wall-wash.
Because the 12 mm pixels shine outward rather than downward, you can mount them to face straight out or at an angle for a clean roofline outline that stands out from the street.
Each kit includes everything in one box: LEDs, aluminum channel, controller, wiring, and cables. Installation is straightforward with basic tools, and our ShawTech mobile app makes makes it easy to customize colors, patterns, and schedules from your phone.
Cover up to 300 feet of your home per kit with the flexibility to expand using additional controllers if needed. Whether it is Christmas, game-day colors, or year-round holiday lighting, these permanent Christmas lights give your home a classic, eye-catching finish.
Looking for a brighter option? Check out our 30mm RGBW Permanent Outdoor Lighting Kits
Kit Contents
Everything you need in one box, ready to install.
- Controller with power supply
- LEDs strands
- Aluminum Channel
- Corner & End Caps
- Cables (power injection + jumps jumpers)
- Wiring supplies
- Detailed written & video instructionsNote: Screws and basic tools are not included.
LED Specs
Bright, long-lasting, and built for any weather.
- Pixel Size: 12mm
- Voltage: 12V
- Spacing: 6 inches
- LED Type: Single diode RGB
- Brightness: 12-14 lumens per pixel
- Lifespan: 35,000 Hours
- Temperature Range: -40°C to 50°C
- Waterproof Rating: IP68
Controller Specs
Easy to control with Wi-Fi and full customization.
- Control Length: Up to 300ft per controller
- Outputs: 2
- Max Length per Output: 150ft
- Connectivity: Wi-Fi with cloud control through the ShawTech mobile app.
- Software: Preloaded with ShawTech firmware, with ongoing updates and new features shaped by customer feedback.
- Expandability: Can pair multiple controllers if needed
- Enclosure: Designed for indoor or sheltered outdoor use (keep out of direct sun, rain, and snow).
LED Channel Specs
Durable aluminum track for a clean, professional finish.
- Material: Powder coated aluminum
- Dimensions: 1.34" W × 0.87" H × 36.00" L
- Colors:
- White (RAL 9003)
- Black (RAL 9005)
- Light Brown (RAL 1019)
- Dark Brown (RAL 8014) - Mounting Method:
– Screw into soffit (facing downward)
– Screw into wall (facing outward) - Two-Piece Design: Back piece mounts, front snaps on
How to install permanent Christmas lights
Installation is simple and can be finished in a weekend. Grab a friend, order some pizza, and get started.
Pro tip: Work in sections, test after each splice, and always unplug before wiring.
STEP 1
Plan Your Layout
Decide where the controller goes, then map out LED runs, power points, and jumps.
STEP 2
Set Up the Controller
Mount the controller in a dry spot, plug it in, and connect with the ShawTech app.
STEP 3
Mount the Channel
Screw the back channel to your soffit or fascia along your planned path.
STEP 4
Snap in LEDs
Insert LEDs into the front channel piece, then snap it onto the mounted back.
STEP 5
Wire the System
Connect LEDs to the controller, add power injection, and make your jumpers.
STEP 6
Test and Continue
Power on, test your LEDs in the app, then repeat the process for each section.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Here are some common questions we get about our 12mm RGB permanent Christmas lights.
CUSTOMER REVIEWS
Hear from customers about our permanent Christmas lights (both 12mm and 30mm) and their experience with us
Thank You!
Just wanted to say thank you one last time for the product you offered DIYers such as myself, and more importantly, the support you provided throughout the process. I was able to successfully complete the install, and had another couple of neighbors come over to ask me details about where I got the kit. They were shocked at how affordable it was, so hopefully they’ll submit an order soon enough.
— Karl, Texas
Extremely Easy to Install
Excellent customer service and support! Extremely easy to install this light kit with DIY experience! Hands down recommend to anybody that asks where to get some permanent outdoor lights.
— Brehn, Idaho
Best price, easy setup
Seriously the best for year round outdoor lights! Best price, easy setup. Had a problem on setup. Wrote them on a Sunday and were quick with responses. Figured out what was wrong and had the new part shipped out the next morning. Would recommend over and over again!
— Skyler, Utah
Easy to Install
Great kit. Super easy to install with basic DIY skills.
— Nick, Michigan
3 Years, Working Great
We've had these permanent Christmas lights on our home for three years now, and they're still working great. Neighbors ask us about it often, especially around the holidays. We use them for every holiday we can!
— Sara, Utah
Best Customer Service
Thanks a lot for the help. Best customer service. 5 stars
— Gerardo, California
Kids Love them
Just wanted to tell you that I finished our lights this weekend! You have some very satisfied customers here in Texas. My kids love the lights. Thanks again for all your help getting me set up.
— James, Texas
Easy and Fast
A big thanks to ShawTech Lighting for the easy to setup permanent lighting on my house. One of the easiest and fastest setups for LED lighting. From 4th of July to Halloween to eventually Christmas, no need to get up on the roof to change the lights or colors.
— Brian, Utah
1/10th the Cost
My neighbour 2 doors down just had a professional installation completed. I know the installer. He stopped by to see your DIY kit and our installation. 👍🏻👍🏻 1/10th cost and a whole lot more satisfaction doing it yourself.
— David, Ontario
Highly Recommend
Love their permanent Christmas lights. Read the install directions first to make sure it’s something you want to tackle, but once they are up they are perfect. I would highly recommend these lights they are very high quality and Shawtech was very helpful and answered all my install questions super fast.
— Thinh, Oregon
Would Do it Again
My son-in-law used these kits to install permanent outdoor lights on our condo eaves. They look great and are so fun to have. We can run the lights using a number of different colors and color combinations. The different effect that the lights can produce are fun and look great on our home. Our neighbors are asking about getting them on their homes. I would do it again.
— Marylyn, Utah
Amazing Service
You guys are one of the few companies left with amazing customer service.
— Robin, Florida
Very Fast Support
You’re very fast at communicating and are spot on with the fix actions. Thanks again!
— Ismael, Texas
Love my Lights
I love my holiday lights! There’s a gazillion combinations of colors and lighting animations all controlled from my smart phone. The installation of the light channels matches the color of my eaves so no one even notices them.
— George, Utah
Very Professional
Doing business with ShawTech Lighting was very professional, they answered all my questions prior to purchasing. And I found their step-by-step instructions were very intuitive. I did have my son help me with getting our rourters configured correctly because he is the IT guy for our family and understands that much better than I do. But if you have the DIY skills, this system will save you a lot of money on permanent Christmas lights.
— David, Utah
Straight Foward
I installed the lights on the main level. It was straight forward thanks to your instructions. I downloaded and easily connected the app and the result is great!! Thank you again for your support and Merry Christmas!
— Corné, Alberta