Bathroom Lighting and Light Fixtures

Proper lighting is essential for applying makeup, shaving, styling hair, and other routine grooming activities.

You can get really creative with bathroom light fixtures. Proper lighting is essential for applying makeup, shaving, styling hair, and other routine grooming activities. There are many different styles and qualities of strip or track lighting and individual light fixtures. Each type of lighting has a purpose and a place in the bathroom.

Lights that can be dimmed are ideal for those times when you want a relaxing soak in the tub or whirlpool. The mind and spirit can relax as the body relaxes. Elegantly designed glass covers can softly diffuse the light and enhance the sense of relaxation. You might like single, wall-mounted units or recessed fixtures.

The location of electrical outlets is an important factor in planning your lighting system and buying fixtures. If you’re replacing your lighting, you might need to extend your existing wiring. When installing a new fixture, you’ll need a clean route to the power source. Since in a bathroom much of the interior wall space is taken up by the plumbing, you will need to be especially careful in managing the electrical configuration.

Maximum lighting can be best achieved with a strip lighting fixture, as it will spread the light out over a broader area than single units. Light dispersion is increased by directing it toward the ceiling, where it can be reflected and provide even, soft lighting. It can also be directed downwards and reflect off the fixtures and cabinetry.





 

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