How to choose the lighting in the bathroom on the wall - practical tips

Today we talk about lighting bathrooms, its meaning, a correct choice of different models of luminaires given the overall design of the room.There are several options for the location, including the walls, and this option is most often used in the bath.

main criterion for the selection of lighting fixtures installed in rooms with excessive humidity - the safety of operation.And the bathroom is especially true, and here's why:

Firstly, apart from the increased liquid microdroplets concentration in the air in this room, people often use running water, which is often accompanied by sprays, scattering in all directions.

Secondly, in the "high-rise buildings," the same type of premises are located one above the other.Consequently, over the bathroom, above, is exactly the same, with all its "attributes" - bathroom, pipes, valves.Even if the neighbors are neat people and never themselves "not organized" Flood (by the way that in this case do you know?), Then where is the guarantee that during their long absence (following the law) there are no leakage was in that apartment?

bathrooms have different sizes: in apartments of their size, generally, very modest, and in private homes can be pretty decent.Therefore we note only the general guidelines for choosing the best model.

Class

security lamp closer to the water (or more likely to splash), the greater should be the characteristics.In this regard, they are the safest products in the designation of which there is the symbol IP (the highest level of protection).For example, pursuant to IP 44 protection against splash and IP 55 - from the jet.

There is a general rule for all classes - to place lights half a meter closer to the "source" of water (for example, a shower, mixer) can not.

weight and method of attachment

lamps are recessed and mounted.It is understood that the first option is not suitable.Although there are homes where the walls are combined type partitions.But it is - a rare case.

should also consider what material made the wall, therefore, how difficult it will be to drill.If in this sense it is "difficult", then acquire a massive fixture hardly worth it.It will have to make holes for dowels (sleeve) to a considerable depth, and it is not always possible.

necessary to search not only the punch (or a drill with a "striker"), but also significantly invest in a high quality drill for concrete.Experience shows that when working with solid material from the cheap Chinese tools "concrete" of little help.

Dimensions

clear that it makes no sense to buy a model with a huge canopy in the little bathroom "Khrushchev".If required a higher level of brightness, it is possible to install two or more devices on less power.And as an option, to connect them to a "personal" switches.We need more light - including a couple of lamps, no - one is enough.In terms of cost e / energy is quite appropriate.

Design

as wall sconces, various options, ceiling lamps, chandeliers.Those who are very concerned about the level of illumination, direction of light, no glare and the like, it makes sense to pay attention to the lights, with swivel mechanism.

type the ceiling

It is not a form, but in its transparency.Experts advise to choose white matt ceiling giving diffuse light for the bathroom.But if someone prefers daily "direct beauty" in front of the mirror is in the room, the lighting is unlikely to suit.

Lamp Type This can be a traditional "light bulb Ilyich" and halogen and LED.The latter option is more preferable.Experience has shown that the "LED" lamps have two indisputable advantages - durability and efficiency.And even though their cost is slightly higher, but in the future such expenditure to be quite pay off, and in a fairly short period of time.

assortment of wall lights is so huge that it makes no sense to engage in transfer of all models and manufacturers.It suffices to consider some of the more budget options that are suitable for bathrooms modest dimensions.

«Mw-light» Aqua series

housing nickel-plated, Halogen bulb 25 W, square shape.Producer - Germany.Price - from 650 rubles.

«Egio» Series Ella

Austrian model of round shape, with a white canopy for the installation of energy-saving lamps of 60 watts.Price - 1760 rubles.

«Lussole» Series Acqua

China production.Plafonds or transparent, or opaque, halogen lamp 40 W (2 pcs.).It is possible to change their position (vertical).Price - 2360 rubles.

Practical advice

necessary to determine the optimum mounting height of wall lamp.On the one hand, it must not interfere with, and at the same time to provide a desired illumination;on the other - his service should not be difficult.After all, hardly anyone want the prospect to systematically climb onto a stool or ladder-cot to wipe the bowl and replace the lamp.Especially if the owners - the elderly.