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Bathroom Lighting

We at Lighting at Home stock an extensive collection of lights and light fixtures specifically designed for installation within the bathroom. It is of paramount importance that any light or light fixture that is installed within the bathroom is safe and functional within this moisture laden, humid atmosphere.

When purchasing your new bathroom lights we would always recommend thorough consideration into the products that you are purchasing, with our experience staff available online, in-store or by telephone to provide you with any additional information that you require to ensure that the bathroom lights that you are purchasing achieve your individual requirements.

When purchasing bathroom lighting it is important to be aware that that the bathroom is split into three individual segments and it is of the utmost importance that you ensure that your new bathroom lights are designed to work within these very specific zones. The bathroom is split into zone 0, 1 and 2 and each zone has its own individual set of parameters that each light must adhere to. We have provided a detailed breakdown of the zones below, but a simplified guide to the bathroom lighting zones is:

Zone 0 Bathroom Lights: Zone 0 is inside the bath or shower cubicle itself.
Zone 1 Bathroom Lights: Zone 1 is the area above a bath or shower tray up to 2.25 metres.
Zone 2 Bathroom Lights: Zone 2 is a parameter of 0.6 metres outside the bath or shower tray and up to 2.25 metres high.

We stock an extensive collection of IP Rated Bathroom ceiling lighting, mirrored bathroom lighting and also plain and simple, yet elegant showerproof downlighting all of which are available in this section. Although all aesthetically beautiful in their own way, the major emphasis of these bathroom lights is safety, whilst also not compromising the quality and durability of these products.

Ceiling Lights
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Flush Fittings
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Mirror Lights
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Bathroom Lighting Guide

Bathroom lighting needs to be functional and safe. The bathroom is divided into three zones, 0, 1 & 2.
Only light fittings suitable for the relevant zone should be used.
Avoid lighting which is too bright as the polished surfaces may cause glare; diffused wall or ceiling lights are better.
The main light should be switched on by pull cord or a light switch situated outside the bathroom.
Glass or ceramic lights are best. It is wise to avoid those containing wood, leather or fabric as they can degrade in a humid atmosphere.

The following information is a guide to help you understand which fittings can be placed where.
This is not an installation guide and reference should be made to the IEE Wiring Regulations (17th Edition) or a qualified electrician.

Firstly it is important to understand the rating by which bathroom and some outdoor lights are classified.

IP rating stands for “Ingress Protection” and is always followed by two characters. These two numbers refer to level of protection and it is important that you choose fittings with the correct rating according to where they are to be sited within the bathroom.

The diagram below shows a bathroom split into three clear zones: 0, 1 & 2.

Zone 0 is inside the bath or shower itself. Any fitting used in this zone must be low voltage, (max 12v) and rated at least IP67 which is immersion proof.

Zone 1 is the area above the bath to a height of 2.25m from the floor. In this zone a minimum rating of IP44 is required.

Zone 2 is an area stretching 0.6m outside the perimeter of the bath and to a height of 2.25m from the floor. In this zone an IP rating of at least IP44 is required.

The lighting circuit within a bathroom should be protected with a 30ma residual current device (RCD).

In addition it is good practice to consider the area around the wash basin, within a 60cm radius of any tap to be considered as Zone 2.

In accordance with advice from the Lighting Association the location above Zone 1 (over the bath or shower) upto a ceiling height of 3m continues to be classified as Zone 2.


Bathroom IP Zones

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