Lighting in the bathroom: selection tips, layout, design ideas

How much light do you need in the bathroom?

An ideal option for the bathroom is a sufficient amount of light close to daylight. Thus, it turns out to create the most natural light for a natural look and makeup. Since the combined bathroom can be used for different needs, it is better to install a combined type of lighting in it.

For a small bathroom in Khrushchev, one central light is appropriate in combination with two or three additional wall lamps.

In a large room, the installation of several overhead lights is desirable. The larger the number of fixtures, the smaller in size and power they should differ. Zonal lighting is suitable for a spacious bathroom, thanks to which it will be possible to achieve the allocation of individual functional areas, as well as emphasizing the configuration of the space.

The photo shows the lighting of a small bathroom in the form of a concise central chandelier placed on the ceiling.

The following important factors influence the choice of lighting:

• The style of the interior and the color palette. The darker the shade of the walls, the more intense the light sources should be.
• Size and shape of the bathroom.
• Features of zoning.
• Varieties of fixtures, their maximum power and method of mounting.
• The presence of reflective surfaces in the form of mirrors, tiles and other things.

First of all, before starting repairs in the room, they think up the light system and the specific places in which its sources will be placed. Provide for wiring cables, the construction of drywall false beams and other things.

Which light to choose?

Regardless of whether the bathroom is windowless or not, bright lighting should be selected that will not irritate the eyes. The most comfortable and pleasant is considered a warm light with a yellowish tint. Such a soft glow will contribute to complete relaxation in the bathing area. Devices with a cool bluish light located near the washbasin will help you quickly wake up and cheer up.

Location Tips

With a lack of luminous flux in the room, a multi-tiered lighting system in three levels is considered an ideal option.

Main

Depending on the location, there are ceiling, wall and floor lighting devices with manual or automatic inclusion.

Pendant lights with increased moisture protection are often installed on ordinary painted ceilings. For the ceiling plane, decorated with a drywall design, plastic panels or battens, recessed fixtures are preferred. They are very convenient, aesthetic and safe, as they have hidden wiring. In the case of a stretch fabric, spot lighting is suitable, and LED lamps will be appropriate for a multi-level ceiling.

A classic solution for small rooms is the location of the central chandelier.

If ceiling lighting is not enough, use wall-mounted light sources. Placement is chosen depending on the height of the walls.Lamps should not blind your eyes, so they are usually installed at a level of two meters from the floor plane.

When purchasing a sconce for a bathroom, they pay attention to lampshades, they must resemble a sphere or a bulb in shape and be closed.

In the photo, the interior of the attic bathroom has spotlights built into the suspended ceiling.

Lighting on the floor is most often a backlight, such as an LED strip or sealed fixtures. To create a peaceful atmosphere in the room, it is possible to use closed flashlights, translucent lamps or portholes. Floor-mounted recessed fixtures add extraordinary surroundings to the bathroom and add mystery to the surroundings.

Functional area lighting

Each section of the room requires the organization of auxiliary light. Thus, you can not only visually change the perception of space, but also add a touch of originality to the monotonous atmosphere.

Work zone

This area with a mirror and a washbasin requires high-quality lighting, which should evenly fall from both sides. For this, it is best to install two side lights with a symmetrical arrangement, slightly higher than the eye level. This option is especially appropriate when applying makeup, as it provides the desired brightness and does not create a shadow on the face. For shaving, a single lighting device above the mirror will be sufficient.

Especially convenient are lamps with flexible brackets with the ability to adjust the direction of light.

In the photo, the working area in the bathroom, decorated with a mirror with built-in side lights.

Bath and shower

For lovers of relaxing baths, the installation of one or two devices with a muffled diffused glow is suitable. With the help of LED illumination, it is also possible to arrange the bathhouse itself around the perimeter or, if there is a lack of lighting, place several lamps in the shower area. The best option for the humidity zone will be devices with the ability to change the brightness and direction of the light flux.

In the photo, spot lighting located above the bathroom in the interior of the bathroom.

Storage systems and equipment

To create an extraordinary romantic mood and give the environment a certain elegance, light highlighting of individual elements of the interior is used. This decorative solution allows you to highlight shelves, cabinets, drawers for things and other items. Such illumination can be carried out using LED strip or spotlights. As additional lighting in the room, a separate source is equipped with a zone with towel hooks or a place where a washing machine stands.

In the photo, shelves in the bathroom are equipped with spotlights.

Decorative

Thanks to an autonomous ribbon lighting, spotlights framing the bathroom, a faucet nozzle changing the shade of the water temperature, it turns out to give the room even more light and space.

The photo shows decorative lighting in the interior of the bathroom, made in high-tech style.

One of the popular bathroom solutions is the fake window. It is made of frosted glass, which is decorated with moisture-resistant patterns and is equipped with a luminescent built-in backlight.

Small bathroom lighting

As lighting in a small bathroom, it is not advisable to use too massive lamps and, if possible, do without a chandelier. Spotlights are best suited here, due to which it is also possible to organize zoning and make the room as functional as possible.

In the photo there is a small bathroom, decorated with lighting and pendant ceiling lamps.

For a bathroom with a low ceiling, it would be more appropriate to choose lighting in the form of sconces, floor lamps or a ceiling chandelier with a luminous flux directed upward. Thus, a play of shadows will be created on the ceiling plane, which will visually give the room height.

The photo shows a mirror with built-in lighting in the interior of a small bathroom.

Design Examples

A backlit shower head creates a chic look, creating a colored stream of water. A ceiling in the form of a starry sky or luminous drops with LED point elements is considered an equally unusual solution. To create original lighting, the sides of the bathroom and podiums are decorated with the help of lighting, and niches, screens or plinths are decorated with spotlights.

The photo shows a spacious bathroom with original lighting mounted on the floor.

In order to create a relaxing and surprisingly romantic atmosphere in the bathroom, the installation of LED bubble air panels is appropriate.

Ideas in various interior styles

In the classic style, the decor is decorated with steel or forged bronze candelabra and crystal products are used that have numerous pendants, chains, beads and other decorative elements.

For minimalism, it is appropriate to use pendant lights that differ in a simple shape and lack of decor. In the interior, there are often models with round shades in the form of balls, cones or abstract lamps.

Provence is characterized by floor lamps, voluminous chandeliers and metal or wooden candelabra. Massive wrought-iron chandeliers with glass lampshades are selected as a complement to the beautiful interior composition, and lamps or sconces in the shape of inflorescences are placed near the mirror.

In the photo, a variant of lighting a bathroom decorated in a modern style.

The LED backlight in combination with metal halogen lamps fits perfectly into the loft style. To enhance the industrial atmosphere, use pendant lights on thick chains or cords that resemble wires.

Scandinavian interior involves any type of wall or ceiling lights, which can be combined with modern LED lamps. This style does not accept too bulky and elaborate light sources.

Safety regulations

When designing a lighting scheme, safety is primarily paid attention to. Lighting devices must be leakproof and positioned so that they do not fall on water drops.

• It is not recommended that the fixtures be installed above the bathtub, since heated glass, in contact with moisture, can cause the bulb to burst.
• Light sources must not have open wiring and cables.
• The use of extension cords and tees is not advisable.
• If there are sockets, they should be placed at a safe distance from the washbasin, shower and bath.
• The electrical network in the bathroom must be earthed.

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If you properly organize the light, you can advantageously complete the image of the bathroom, make the lining, furniture and sanitary ware more effective, as well as form a practical and cozy design. Due to the correctly designed lighting, you can give the interior the necessary accents and bring harmony to it.