Fixtures for the bathroom waterproof

lighting in the bathroom should not only be aesthetically pleasing and intense enough, but absolutely safe.Therefore recommended to choose to install in the room specially designed lights for him.Conventional electric appliances, being in constant contact with moist air, quickly breaking down, beginning to be included through again, blinking, and then completely burn out.The fact is that the moisture that falls on the contacts luminaires contribute to their oxidation, which leads to disruption of contact reliability, arcing, overheating of contact joints, accompanied by melting and deformation of plastic parts.

Nowadays in specialized stores fixtures for the bathroom water proof presented in a fairly wide range.They have a different design and the degree of intensity of the light produced, as calculated on a different area on the premises.

How to distinguish from ordinary moisture-proof lamps?

lighting fixtures with water-resistant protection, considering their only visually, it is sometimes difficult to distinguish from ordinary lamps, as the main "secrets" hidden inside.In damp proof instruments installed additional elements, which have the main task to prevent the ingress of moisture in the terminals, patron, and the electronic unit inside the ceiling.

So the first thing to pay attention to visual inspection - is the presence of the rubber seals on the joints of the ceiling to the rest of the appliance, as well as special watertight plugs in the cable entrance into the housing.In addition, the lamp belonging to the category of damp proof must be given on the packaging and in the instruction manual (passport articles).

Usually security appliances has its classification, it is indicated by the letters IP and standing side by side with them in two digits.Class of security necessarily applied to the packaging of all electrical appliances imported, as well as a truly high-quality products of domestic manufacturers.This rating system meets the international standards IEC 60529 and approved in the national system of special GOST 14254-96.

letters IP - an abbreviation of the name «Ingress Protection Rating», which translates as "Ingress Protection".It is on the existing standards should be assigned to any appliance to immediately tell the customer the degree of its protection against the ingress of moisture into his body, dust, or particulate matter, and therefore - and the permissible operating conditions.

After the letters IP are two numbers that indicate:

• first digit - a degree of protection against ingress eletropribora dust shell, and other debris.
• The second digit indicates the degree of protection of the housing against the ingress of moisture - the higher the value, the higher level of protection.

Degrees of protection IP	IP 0 ×	IP 1 ×	IP 2 ×	IP 3 ×	IP 4 ×	IP 5 ×	IP 6 ×
No protection	particles less than 50 mm	particles less 12,5mm	particles less than 50mm	particles less 2,5 mm	Dust partially	Dust fully
IP × 0	No protection	IP 00	IP10	IP 20	IP 30	IP 40	IP 50	IP 60
IP × 1	Fall vertical drops	-	IP 11	IP 21	IP 31	IP 41	-	-
IP × 2	Contact spray under angle up to 15 ˚ from the vertical	-	IP 12	IP 22	IP 32	IP 42	-	-
IP × 3	Spray under angle up to 60˚ from vertical	-	-	IP 23	IP 33	IP 43	-	-
IP × 4	Spray all parties under any angle	-	-	-	IP 34	IP 44	IP 54	-
IP × 5	jets from any angle without overpressure	-	-	-	-	-	IP 55	IP 65
IP × 6	water jets under any angle under pressure	-	-	-	-	-	-	IP 66
IP × 7	Temporary immersion, not result spoilage equipment	-	-	-	-	-	-	IP 67
IP × 8	Device designed for operation in conditions of full immersion	-			-	-	-	IP 68

for example, the packaging is the designation IP 54 - it says that it is permissible to hit a small amount of household dust in the internal departments of the lamp, and it will not affect the quality of his work.The second figure shows that light can enter the water spray from all directions, and it will be safe for humans and the moisture will not affect the performance.This means that a lighting fixture can be hung in close proximity to the water, but getting directed jets (for example, from the soul) - is inadmissible.

for showers usually require special lighting

is often set the shower stall and includes lights with the desired class of security.As self-assemble and install a shower stall with all the necessary accessories - in a special publication of our portal.

For complete immersion in water, for example, to install lighting in the pool capacity or large Jacuzzis, only suitable lamps labeled IP 68. It is usually given only to an electrical appliance or LED tapes.

types of damp proof luminaires

Weatherproof lamps are divided into different types, and specialized stores you can find any of them.It can be recessed, surface, pendant, floor, table and wall.Waterproof luminaire with a properly chosen classification markings may be mounted not only in the bathroom, but also in the baths, saunas, indoor swimming pools, and even under the water to illuminate the bottom.

• recessed.

Downlights can be mounted in the ceiling suspension system, installed in the bathroom walls in the room or floor surface.

These models damp proof devices are also called point.They usually have a compact size, most of all - round shape, and turned on really look luminous point.

If planned to build one of the fixtures in the bathroom surfaces, then choose the best LED options.They are energy efficient and will last much longer than conventional incandescent bulbs.

• Overhead lighting

Surface water proof lights are manufactured in a wide range of shapes and design registration.Such lamps may be round, square or rectangular, with opaque or transparent shades, having smooth or embossed etc.

Overhead lighting models are fixed to the surface of the ceiling or walls, and may well be room for not only a functional element but also a decorative ornament.

• Pendant lights

Hanging lighting devices are mounted on the ceiling of the bathroom.They can be divided into chandeliers and spotlights.

Chandeliers are presented in such a large range, it is impossible that all of them not only to describe, but even just a list.They are produced in a variety of design styles, may have a different number of lampshades, so pick up the pendant version of the fixture by any design space is not difficult.The only thing that often stops: chandeliers themselves - not the best option for the bathroom.

Spots, in fact, are also chandeliers, but made in a modern interpretation.They will create the optimum lighting in the bathroom, with the ability to adjust the direction of light.And, from time to time, it can be changed, making room will look updated.Spots have a different shape and are manufactured in point form, or a few lamps attached to the same housing, which is manufactured in different configurations.One of the options - they can be mounted on a long rail fixed to the ceiling or wall.This method of lighting for the bathroom is not only convenient, but also very original.

• Floor lamps

Floor lamps are rarely used in a standard bath - their rational installed in the spacious rooms, as they occupy a certain area.Most such devices are made in the form of floor lamps on high legs, but there are also other options for when the ceiling on a small platform is mounted directly on the floor.

Some floor lamps design at the same time serve as a hanger, which is highlighted by top-mounted one or more shades.If the bathroom area allows you to set this type of lamp, it will look very impressive and original.

• Table light

Desktop waterproof devices are also used in the bathroom often, as they are usually installed only on the dressing table, used as a stand under the sink.These tables can be placed only in the spacious indoor bathrooms private home or an apartment a large area.

Ease of these lamps is that they are not included along with all the lighting, and can be used only when necessary.Such devices may have a different design from traditional motifs to "techno" style.

Desk lamps are well suited for those owners who love to create in the room a romantic or relaxing atmosphere with light effects.To do this, you can turn off the overhead light and leave only the soft light from the desk lamp.

• Wall Light

Lighting Bathroom wall using damp proof devices are often used in both large and small rooms.They can be made in the form of lights, which are mounted on both sides of the mirror or on the upper part thereof.They are also convenient because they are included as needed.

Bras are made in different styles - it could be a classic, "retro" -design or "techno".

Wall lights can have the same structure as the invoices have different thicknesses and the "departure" from the wall, so they can easily pick up even for small spaces.

Beyond the usual forms of lighting fixtures, made the original model, which will bring the room exclusive design and will be an additional decorative design element.

• Backlight

backlight is increasingly being used not only as additional lighting, but also as an element of decorating the room.The bathroom is usually absent or very insignificant daylight, so it is good to illuminate the room used for the illumination of walls, ceiling or floor.Most often, such as backlight LED strip used, which are placed in niches provided for them or fixed in the gaps between the mirror and the wall.

• Fixtures Furniture

Sometimes design bathroom facilities involves the installation of luminaires in furniture - it may be the bottom of the upper partor cabinets sash.For such purposes, the most commonly used mortise or overhead electrical models, and sometimes used the spots, with which you can adjust the direction of light.

Each luminaire is designed for installation in a particular type of light it.Most often in waterproof devices mounted LED or energy-saving halogen lamps, as they are best protected from moisture by themselves.Used fluorescent and incandescent bulbs, but they have to be hidden in a sealed enclosure.

Also used types of lamps, you need to consider and what shade they provide - it could be a warm yellow or cool blue light.If the lamps are purchased separately from the lighting devices, it is better to take the product from one batch, because they can get caught, it would seem quite the same, but as it turned out later, with varying shades of light that make the imbalance in interior design.

Proper lighting in the bathroom

location and number of fixtures in the bathroom for a quality lighting depends on several factors:

• area the size of the room.
• Heights bathroom ceiling.
• availability of additional partitions.
• desire to expand the space visually.
• allocation of separate zones with light.
• maintain the overall style decision.

easiest way to do the right lighting in a small bathroom with no partitions.It is sufficient to establish some point recessed luminaires or ceiling overhead instrumentation, and if necessary - to enhance illumination by one or two lamps, fixed near the mirror.

difficult to make high-quality lighting in the room, separated by a partition, for example, in combination bathroom.