Bathroom Lighting

Selecting bathroom fixtures for lighting will to some degree depend on the size and zones in your bathroom. A bathroom lighting fixture can be for ambient or general lighting, task lighting for specific purposes or subdued lighting for relaxation.

Bathroom sconces make for good lighting both above the vanity and also elsewhere in the room for ambient lighting.

Many lighting fixtures are available in a variety of styles and finishes. Brushed nickel bathroom lighting fixtures are popular as well as brass bathroom lighting fixtures. Bronze, chrome, brass, nickel and gold are available, and many of these lighting fixture finishes are further broken down to polished, rubbed, burnished, brushed as well as other finish sub categories. they also come in traditional, antique, neo classic and contemporary styling.

There are bathroom lighting fixtures to fit all tastes and preferences. Whether you like the vintage look or the more contemporary look for a bathroom, lighting fixtures are plentiful in all of the popular styles, and will not only light your bathroom but add much to the decorating theme you have chosen.

Vanity lighting should be provided on both sides of the vanity mirror. Bar style bathroom lighting is designed to hang above the mirror. This is a mistake on the side of the manufacturers. This type of bathroom lighting is very attractive, but is not adequate for grooming and applying makeup. Recessed lighting is similar. While it is good for general lighting, it is not a good choice in the vanity area.

Good vanity lighting should be balanced on both sides of the vanity mirror, and at approximately face level. This will take a little compromise since members of the household will likely be different heights, but it is better to err on the side of the women in the household. Applying makeup is best done in good lighting without shadowing.

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Bathroom lighting sconces on each side of the mirror can be a good choice, and are a very attractive decor addition.Avoid using fluorescent lighting in the bath, if you can. Some areas require this in their code. While this is good and saves money, it is better used in other areas of the house where lighting needs aren't as specific. Fluorescent lighting gives off different colors which are not good when grooming, and specifically when applying makeup.

In some areas of the country fluorescent lighting is required for bathroom lighting when remodeling. If this applies to your area, talk to a lighting expert who can help you find bulbs which will give off more complimentary colors.

Also be thinking about your other bathroom lighting needs. If you are adding a whirlpool bathtub or a soaking tub, you may want subdued lighting that can be used for such times that will lend to the relaxing atmosphere and make this more enjoyable. Lighting specific to bathtub and shower areas have different requirements depending on the building codes for your specific area.