Safe bath lights

Lighting in any bath should not only be cozy and comfortable, but also completely safe. What is this security? First of all, it should be remembered that the fixtures for the bath should not only be heat-resistant, but also waterproof.

The degree of protection of the enclosure class IP54 and higher is quite suitable for the second parameter, but heat resistance up to 125 degrees must be indicated in the passport of the selected product. If both conditions are met, the lighting of the bathhouse or sauna will be not only safe, but also reliable, regardless of whether you choose a very simple model of the lamp or expensive.

If the lamp has a lampshade, then it must be made of heat-resistant and moisture-resistant material, as well as a diffuser. A ceramic case is one of the best solutions. Ceramic lamp with frosted glass will give an even soft light at low power.

Please note that the mount can be universal, both for ceiling mounting and wall mounting, while the metal elements must be corrosion resistant, and the lamp holder must be ceramic.

As for the direct location of the lamps in the sauna or in the bath, then there are some peculiarities. Wall lights in the waiting room installed 70-80 cm above floor level. In the recreation area - so that the light does not hit the eyes, and at the same time uniform illumination of the room is created, this is achieved by the uniform distribution of several low-power lamps from all sides.

At ceiling mounted fixtures, it is important to remember the natural movement of hot air upward, so the ceiling lights must also be durable so that they do not crack from the temperature differences. Next, consider which lamps are suitable for lighting a bath or sauna.

Traditional incandescent bulbs are initially durable. Installed in a sealed enclosure with a matte shade, they give soft diffused light. To reduce the light with incandescent lamps, a wooden grill is used. For baths and saunas, incandescent lamps more powerful than 60 W are not used, so that the tree does not exactly ignite.

Recently very common economical led bulbs. Their bright light is suitable for baths, and if you place such light sources evenly, you can get an interesting lighting solution for walls and ceilings. In addition, color compositions of LED strips are possible, opening up scope for decorative design projects.

Particularly noteworthy in this context. halogen lamps, they are not at all afraid of overheating, since they themselves have a temperature of up to 400 degrees, so they can be used not only in the dressing room, but also in the steam room. The lamps are equipped with reflectors and it is very convenient, in addition, they have splash protection. Power up to 35 watts is enough for a steam room, and a variety of phosphors helps them fit better into the bathhouse interior.

If in the dressing room there is a low air temperature, for example in winter, then the use of fluorescent lamps there should be avoided, since they do not tolerate low temperatures.

Interesting, but quite expensive, fiber optic lighting systems for saunas. Optical fiberglass transmits even light, while being moisture-proof and heat-resistant. The light from them does not blind, therefore, such lamps do not require gratings.

Fiber optic luminaires are considered the safest today, they are very strong, durable, and at the same time effective, withstand temperatures up to 200 degrees. On their basis, various lighting effects can be realized when, in combination with lenses and crystals, for example, a game of flames or bursts of water can be realized.This, of course, is the work of professional designers.

Finally, a few words about the most important points. Switches are best placed in the locker room. Be sure to use shades. Incandescent lamps should not be more powerful than 60 watts. Fiber optics is the best and safest solution for saunas. Carefully design the lighting system for a bath or sauna.