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Toilet Lights - Top 10 Lighting Ideas for Your Toilet

Choosing the right lighting for your bathroom can have a drastic effect on the atmosphere you create. Lighting adds a mood to the room, whether that is bright and happy or low and mysterious. It can make a small bathroom seem huge or a large bathroom feel cosy. The form of lighting will make a massive difference – and from hanging lights to false ceilings, you are spoiled for choice.

There are a huge range of bathroom lighting designs that you could employ in your home renovation. Generally speaking, you want bathroom lighting that will compliment or enhance your existing décor. This means lighting fixtures which are designed in a similar style, which will create a sense of cohesion within the room. For example, hanging pendant lights are well suited to rustic, vintage and Scandinavian décors while high-tech LED lights and false ceilings suit a contemporary design much better.

LED lights are extremely versatile. There are multiple designs, styles and products available across Singapore – and each one suited to a different interior design setting. This is part of why LED lights have exploded in popularity in recent times.

LED lights are also the practical choice as they have a longer lifespan, greater energy efficiency, no heat or UV emissions, and are easily the most environmentally friendly modern lighting choice. LED lights will last 25 times longer than a traditional bulb and can save up to 80% of lighting costs.

To help you narrow down which LED lighting style would be best suited for your bathroom, here is a list of the best LED bathroom and toilet lights available in Singapore today.

10 LED toilet lighting ideas: How to choose the right LED light for toilets
10. Simple overhead

Overhead lighting is the most common style of bathroom lighting, particularly in Singapore. An overhead light is simply a light set into the ceiling which will cast a general wash over the room.

Overhead lights are available in abundance and easy to maintain – you can order a new bulb from just about anywhere in the event that yours begins to fail. However, traditional overhead lighting can be a little boring (especially if you are trying to create a distinctive bathroom style). A benefit of LED overhead lighting is that it often comes in interesting forms and shapes which will help to liven up the design of the room.

09. Warm

Too many bathrooms have made the mistake of installing cool lighting. Cool lighting in the bathroom creates a harsh, clinical atmosphere which can be quite unwelcoming. Instead, opt for warm T5 lights which will provide a soft glow over the room. This is a much nicer atmosphere and will help you to get ready calmly in the mornings as well as wind down in the evenings.

08. Wall lights

Wall lights are massively in fashion at the moment as the world searches for a more aesthetic alternative to traditional lighting. They provide a side wash which is more flattering than shadow-casting overhead lights (which can exaggerate bags under the eyes, forehead lines and shadows). Purchase the wall light pictured above here from Lights2go.

07. Spotlights

Spotlights are a type of overhead lighting that provides a focused downward beam. This creates drama and intrigue within the bathroom lighting by highlighting features of the room such as the texture of the walls. Bathrooms which are lit by spotlights appear more dynamic and pleasant than ones lit by standard overhead lighting.

06. Strip lighting

LED strip lighting is certainly the way of the future. Strip lights are a way to make the bathroom as bright as you need without bulky fixtures or bulbs taking up space. Lighting strips are probably the least conspicuous of all lighting types. They are similar to natural light in that you barely notice them inside a room. For a stylish, contemporary look, consider installing LED strip lighting along your ceiling, around the mirrors, or over the cabinets of your bathroom.

05. Multicoloured

One of the huge benefits of LED lights compared to traditional lighting is that LED lights will give you a higher degree of control over the type, intensity and even colour of lighting wash that they provide. With the right LED system, you can switch between colours instantaneously – giving you endless opportunities to create an atmosphere that suits the situation.

04. Hanging light fitting

LED lights can come in as many different styles as regular lights. The pendant design has long been a bathroom favourite for the sophistication it brings. This LED pendant light is the perfect example of how traditional designs can be reimagined to incorporate the opportunities of modern technology. You can purchase the pendant light pictured above here from Rubber Duck Bathrooms.

03. False ceiling

When it comes to ceiling lighting ideas, there are few design choices better than a false ceiling. False ceilings give the opportunity for recessed, cove hybrid lighting. This means that you will have unprecedented control over the lighting in your bathroom.

Cove lighting creates a cosy and welcoming environment that feels more in tune with nature than harsh, bulky bulbs. A popular trend in Singapore lighting at the moment is the layering of multiple lighting types, with cove lighting usually along the ceiling joins and soft wall lighting serving as a focal design point for the room.

02. Mirror lighting

LED lighting is perfectly suited to illuminating mirrors. This is a luxurious and sophisticated design which has many practical benefits. A well-lit mirror will allow you to see your reflection much clearer, making your getting-ready process that much more efficient.

01. Smart lighting

Smart lighting may not have kicked off in residential bathrooms just yet, but rest assured that it is on its way. Kohler Co. has recently launched a number of ground-breaking lighting products designed to enhance the bathroom experience. Features include voice control, colour change, dimmers and more – a recipe for the perfect bath. Read more about Kohler Co. here.

Bathroom Lighting Ideas

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By Meg Escott

So we're here to scrub up on bathroom lighting ideas.  As with all the home lighting design pages, this page takes us through different bathroom lighting designs and talks a little about each option.  The illustrations are really simple, to keep us focused on the concepts.  Then at the bottom of this page there are some photos of bathroom lighting schemes which apply the ideas we've been discussing.

Let's have a think about the activities that go on in a bathroom to help us figure out the lighting requirements.  Bathrooms are for washing and grooming so so we need general lighting and good mirror lighting.  Many of us look to the bathroom as a place of relaxation for a long hot shower or luxurious soak in the bathtub.   This means it's worth including some lighting that will create a relaxing mood.

If you make trips to the bathroom during the night then some floor level soft bathroom lighting ideas will prevent you stubbing your toe on the wc.

Bathroom Lighting Ideas - General Lighting


All the usual lighting ideas can be applied to general lighting in a bathroom.  General lighting is usually provided from overhead from a pendant, globe or a few downlights.  The beauty of the bathroom is that the fixtures and fittings break up the bathroom into different areas which all have different lighting possibilities.

Bathroom Lighting Ideas - Mirror Lighting


Your mirror lighting could be the difference between you saying 'hey gorgeous' or 'Oh God who's that?' to yourself in the mirror.  Get your mirror lighting right and you can achieve a flattering light that will have you heading out with a spring in your step.  Of all the bathroom lighting ideas, mirror lighting is perhaps the most important.

To achieve good mirror lighting what you need is an overhead source mixed with light from the side.  This first picture is the first building block in a good mirror lighting scheme, the light beam needs to have a reasonably wide angle.

Ideal mirror lighting with light from above and the sides

Mirror lighting from overhead


We'll start with three ways of providing the overhead lighting.

First of all, there's the standard overhead bar light.

Standard bar light used for overhead mirror lighting

Use a single spotlight from above.

A single spotlight from above

Or if you have a wide mirror use two spotlights.

Include more spotlights for wide mirrors

Mirror lighting from the side


The ultimate in mirror lighting is to combine a low voltage overhead light with mains voltage lighting from the side.   So let's look at some options for lighting from the side.

Light sources placed at the side of the mirror will enhance your skin tone.  In the picture below the light source is set behind the mirror.  It works well if the mirror is a cupboard and stands out slightly from the wall.  This lighting on it's own gives a lovely relaxing glow.  For activities such as shaving or applying makeup this mirror lighting set up should be combined with an overhead light.

Mirror lighting with the light source set just behind a mirror which doubles as a cabinet

Equally you could go for an all round glow, which again would benefit from an additional overhead light source when more light is required.

An all round mirror lighting glow with light sources set behind the mirror

Another option for lighting the mirror from the sides is with sconces.  Below the sconces are very traditional but all styles of sconces to the sides of the mirror will provide the light you need.

Mount sconces of any style either side of the mirror

Another possibility is to mount the sconces on the mirror itself.  This can be a good way to go if your mirror is wide. 

Another option is to light sconces onto the mirror itself

Bar lights either side of the mirror provide light evenly over the height of your mirror.

Bar lights are a great way to add a light source from the side of the mirror

Similar to the principle of providing a glow around the mirror you could take inspiration from dressing rooms and install spotlights around the mirror.  On a dimmer switch this arrangement would do nicely for both grooming and for a more relaxed mood.

Go showbiz style with your mirror lighting

Some mirrors come with inset spotlights

And then there's the pendant trend which is another way of providing lighting from the side of your mirror.   Just remember that this solution doesn't mix well with a medicine cabinet.  You don't want to be knocking into a lampshade every time you reach for the toothpaste.

Another possibility is hanging pendants

In this picture the wash basin has been enclosed by two walls which provide a bit of separation and privacy from the toilet and shower.  And those walls present further lighting opportunities.  Here we've got bar lights on the walls to each side rather than on the back wall.  The light should be positioned fairly close to the mirror or the effect will be of a washed out face reflected in a dark mirror.

Lights can be installed on walls perpendicular to the back wall provided that they are close enough to the mirror

So let's do a roundup on bathroom lighting ideas for mirrors...

Bathroom Lighting Ideas - Bath Lighting


If you have a bath the chances are that you use it to bathe for relaxation and if there are young children in your household it's a much loved part of the routine.

So let's have a look at some of the ways you can light your bath.  Think about the lighting in terms of how it makes your bathroom look and how it will enhance your experience of being in the bath.

In this first picture there's a ceiling globe installed above the bath.  If you go for this option make sure the light isn't too bright or you'll need sunglasses when you're lying in the bath.

A light directly above the bath is not recommended - too much glare

In the next picture we have two spotlights above the bath and lighting on the lower side of the bath panel.  We've already talked about how it's important to avoid glare so the secret to this lighting scheme is to place the spotlights near the back wall and angle the light toward the wall.   This will create a wall wash and the the light will diffuse off the wall. 

The light in the bottom of the panel of the bath is ideal to keep on during the night to provide night time lighting if you need to go to the bathroom during the night.

Create a wall wash with downlights and team with floor lights installed at the bottom of the bath panel

In the set up below the same effect is achieved using strip lights (try a rope light or an LED strip) in the join between the ceiling and the wall and in the bath panel.

Wall wash and floor wash achieved with strip lighting

Creating a panel of light behind the bath is another option.

Try a lighting panel next to the bath

Wall mounted lights would create a ceiling wash that will gently reflect down to the bath.  This option adds more to the appearance factor of your bathroom, rather than functional light around the bath.

Wall mounted lights around the bath add interest to your bathroom lighting scheme

Some lighting at eye level (eye level when you're lying in the bath) creates an intimate focus around the bath.   A subtle upwards wall wash is one way of doing this.  It imitates the light that candles give.

A subtle upwards wall wash creates an intimate glow at eye level (when you're in the bath)

A niche around the bath is a great way to add visual interest and provide intimate bath level lighting.

A bath niche with small downlights

Bathroom Lighting Ideas - Shower Lighting


Moving along then, to the shower.  These illustrations are of a built-in walk-in shower and the ideas can be adapted for other shower configurations such as a glass shower cubicle.

Starting again with the overhead dome light. A bright overhead light provides functional lighting for the shower.   The only thing I don't like about having a purely overhead light in the shower is that if I want to shave my legs in the shower my body creates a shadow so it's hard to get good light down onto my legs.

Functional shower lighting from an overhead globe

Another option for overhead lighting is one or two downlights depending on the size of your shower.  These downlights can be placed along the central line of the shower or (and this is my preference) more towards the back wall and angled towards the wall to create a wall wash which reflects light back into the shower.

Overhead shower lighting provided by downlights

Strip lights can be used to create a wall and floor wash.  Among the bathroom lighting ideas, this one needs to be worked into your plans to provide the slots into which the strip lights will be placed.

Wall and floor glow courtesy of strip lights

Wall mounted downlights, either one or two depending on the size of your shower can be a good solution, particularly if your bathroom has high ceilings.

Try wall mounted downlights in the shower

High and low mounted spotlights create a dramatic shower lighting scheme.  There would be two further lights placed on the left wall of the shower in this picture.  I guess you could put in a mid level one in as well.  The lower level light would provide ideal light for shaving those legs!

Turning downlights sideways in the shower

Sticking with the same theme of sideways lighting, another options is to use smaller LEDs and put in a row of lights.

Make your shower twinkle with a rows of LED lights in your shower

This is one of my favorite bathroom lighting ideas, where the whole of the shower wall is lit up.  This sheds an even glow throughout the shower space.  Put this lighting panel on a dimmer switch and you have a bit of bathroom lighting magic.

Light up the whole wall in your shower

If you're luck enough to have a niche in your shower why not include a small downlight?

Include a downlight in your shower niche

Bathroom Lighting Ideas - Sink Lighting


You'll be surprised how many different bathroom lighting ideas there are for your washbasin.

If you have a sink built in to a vanity you could think of setting a lighting strip just under the vanity surface for a gentle glow.

Add a glow with a light strip under the vanity surface

You could go for a light strip or maybe a row of LEDs in the vanity toe kick.

Try lighting under the vanity toe kick

A surface mounted sink presents the opportunity to install a few small uplights in the surface of the vanity to light up the washbasin.

Uplight a surface mounted washbasin

This square shape seems to call for backlighting.

Backlit surface mounted sink

Here's a different design of vanity which floats above the floor so lighting it from underneath seems like the natural thing to do.  Here's an under-glow courtesy of a light strip.

Float your vanity on a pool of light

Or you could light both above and below the vanity from the side.

A sink enclosed with walls presents the opportunity to light from the side

A niche above the wash basin creates a lighting feature.

Feature niche

Many of the mirror lighting ideas above also contribute to your lighting around the washbasin area.

Bathroom Lighting Ideas - Toilet Lighting


We'll finish with the throne of the bathroom, the toilet, the water closet, the lavatory and various other perhaps more unsavory terms.

So, what is required of toilet lighting ideas?  I'm the only female in my household, so I like the men in my life to be able to see what they're aiming for, and certain members of the household like to read on the throne.

You could go with a basic ceiling mounted globe.

Ceiling mounted globe lighting the toilet

Or a downlight (or maybe 2)

Downlight over the toilet

A niche behind the toilet is a great place to keep spare loo rolls.   You don't want anything too distracting though - eyes down boys!

How about a niche behind the toilet?

If you have a fancy built in cistern this lends itself to a wall glow.

A wall wash included in a built in cistern arrangement

Floor level lighting near the toilet can come in handy at night time.

Floor level lighting can be useful in bathrooms

A low level glow from the wall behind the toilet is an option.  It would be great on a dimmer switch as low level lighting at night time.

A glow behind the toilet works well

Or bring the idea of cove lighting to the wall and create a glow around the back wall.

Cove lighting applied to the wall behind the toilet

Phew - now that you've seen the simplified pictures of bathroom lighting ideas you can take a look at how some of these applied.

Real Life Bathroom Lighting Ideas


This is the part where we take a look at some real life bathroom lighting ideas. It gives us the chance to see some of the ideas on this page put into practice.

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The role of artificial lighting in the bathroom cannot be underestimated, since this part of the dwelling has no windows. In addition, not all lamps can be installed in the room due to high humidity.

Lighting considerations

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from the choice , comfort, safety. There are a number of other "inconvenient" nuances that should be taken into account. nine0003

When choosing lighting fixtures, pay attention to:

Ideally, if the electrical part of the housing is made of materials protected from dripping/moisture. In other words, the product must be well isolated from the "aggressive" environment.

The size, color and design of lighting fixtures must match the interior of the room. Consider the selection of a ceiling lamp for the toilet room. It cannot be too voluminous, because otherwise the ceiling will “take” all the attention to itself and cut the size of the room. nine0003

Optics must function well and illuminate the bathroom. But, at the same time, the toilet should not have too bright lighting that “cuts” the eyes. The priority is soft, diffused light.

Tip: A light level of 150 lux with a recommended light spectrum of 2700K to 4500K is ideal for a room. At the same time, remember that the ripple factor should not exceed 10%, and the light transmission index should not exceed 80 Ra .

Types of indoor lighting

The lighting market is impressively diverse. Thanks to a good assortment, you can create a cozy, bright and functional room for every taste and for every budget. For this room, various methods of lighting are used.

Let's analyze the types of lighting in the room:

Ceiling

Ceiling lighting involves the use of almost all types of lighting devices. Remember to follow the main rule - tightness, safety, moisture protection. When choosing lamps, consider: the height from floor to ceiling (the smaller the distance, the more compact the product should be). As for placement, ideally hang the lamp in the center. If you want something unusual, then you can install a lighting fixture above the entrance to the room, and hang spotlights on the sides. nine0003

Wall

Mega functional and aesthetic wall lamps, sconces, spotlights, LED strips will help create the perfect lighting in a small toilet. Whichever option is chosen, the products look incredibly chic. This option is well suited for rooms with low ceilings. LED strips can visually lengthen the room and expand the space. Please note: during the installation phase, it is important to make sure that the lighting devices do not interfere with free movement. Let's look at an example: we install a sconce near the washstand, and an LED strip under the ceiling. nine0003

Floor standing

If your #1 goal is to preserve the decorative quality of your toilet, floor lighting is the best choice. You can install devices in several ways: mount a rectangular, round or square LED lamp in the floor, or lay an LED strip along the plinth. Both options are win-win. Please note: they have a decorative function, not greatly increasing the brightness of the lighting, but they work effectively in combination with ceiling light. That is, when choosing floor lighting, it can be combined with ceiling lighting. "Mix" will not kill the big picture. nine0003

Which lamps are best for lighting in the toilet / bathroom?

Lamps must be suitable for use. Next, we list the main types of lamps that experts recommend installing in the toilet / bathroom.

Incandescent lamps

In view of the technical features, incandescent lamps are reliably protected from rupture and oxidation of the spiral. Depending on the model, the power can be from 15 to 1000 watts. Experts advise giving preference to options with a power of no more than 40 watts. The fact is that powerful products are dangerous. If they come into contact with stretch ceilings and plastic panels, a fire is possible. They have the ability to heat up to +200 C. The main advantages: durability and reliability. There are also disadvantages - high price (compared to other electrical products). nine0003

Halogen lamps

They have a tungsten filament and are filled with an inert gas. This solution makes the lamps compact and significantly extends the service life. Halogen lamps have good light output. In simple words, they are less energy-intensive and will last longer. There is also a small nuance: during operation, the “halogens” emit a small but characteristic noise. Most consumers turn a blind eye to this, because otherwise, electrical products are ideal. nine0003

Fluorescent (energy-saving) lamps

High efficiency and diffused light are the main advantages of energy-saving lamps. By the way, they do not have a filament, and hence a weak tearing link. The price "bites" a little. They do not heat up much, which means that they are absolutely safe and cannot crack even with very strong moisture.

LED lamps

Products top the list of the best bathroom lamps. The light output of the product is as much as 150 lm / W. The lamps look chic in a modern design. In addition, they are distinguished by an increased service life and a very affordable price. A small drawback is the negative effect of white color on the organs of vision. nine0003

Note: in addition to the above lamps, the toilet is often equipped with LED lighting for the toilet with a motion sensor. One of the pluses: automatic shutdown. The backlight does not increase the brightness of the lighting. It performs a purely decorative function.

Installation Tips and Hacks

Experience and knowledge of lighting fixture installation will help you complete the installation yourself. The main thing to remember is that the toilet is a room with high humidity. Any, even the most insignificant "jamb", can lead to serious consequences. nine0003

Installation workflow:

Another point that I would like to draw attention to. It is no secret that the device can fail or cause injury. To protect the housing of luminaires, lighting devices and wiring - during installation, materials with moisture protection not lower than IP44 are used. nine0003

This rule is the same for all lighting fixtures. It must be used for installation in corrugated and junction boxes behind a false ceiling, as well as for internal installation in the form of drops, socket boxes, built-in waterproof switches and sockets. Follow the 60 cm rule. Do not place lighting devices close to the toilet, bathtub, sink, shower (does not apply to LED strips).

Important: wiring must be at least 1.5 m from the floor. Don't forget to insulate all wires. Covering the walls with moisture-resistant putty will help hide the wiring. nine0069

Given the small volume of the bathroom, it is quite possible to get by with LED strips around the perimeter of the room. It is better to mark them above the floor and under the ceiling or one lamp above the door. As for chiseled light, a good option is to install 1-2 fixtures in the center.

If you are not confident in your own abilities, it is better to entrust the installation to a specialist. Wiring is always a risk. In addition, the installation of some fixtures, in particular foreign manufacturers, requires certain knowledge and a basic set of tools. nine0003

Ideas for lighting design in bathrooms/toilets

Consider ideas for organizing lighting in the toilet/bathrooms, taking into account the area and other features of the room.

Organization of lighting in a small toilet

In this case, the task is to visually expand the already small room. Small areas of bathrooms are also characterized by low ceilings. In this case, the luminaires are mounted on a concrete pavement in the form of one large ceiling. The option of two small lamps in the center looks good, or in the form of a sconce on the wall on one side. Illumination on the sides at the bottom in the form of a plinth and at the top in the form of an LED strip also looks “fresh” and very modern. nine0003

Version with side lighting

Organization of lighting in the bathroom (new buildings)

Combined bathrooms are presented in new buildings. Such rooms do not look dull, and even boast quite impressive dimensions. Thus, there is an ideal opportunity to choose the type and height of the ceiling, the type and number of fixtures, their location. For owners of too high ceilings, it is recommended to install a suspended ceiling lamp. The lighting device will visually block this shortcoming. nine0003

In this case, you can treat yourself to a volumetric ceiling light. When choosing a design, focus on the overall interior of the room. If the room has a mirror and a sink, then correctly accentuate wall lamps and LED lights. The zoning of individual sections with separate pendant lights looks quite advantageous: a bath, a toilet, a sink.

Mirror with LED lighting

Volumetric ceiling lamp in the center of the room

Dazzling "mix"

Ceiling lighting looks good on the floor at the edges of the walls. LED lamps of round, square, rectangular shape - mounted on the floor. As was answered above, they perform only a decorative function, but the ceiling lighting fixture is already responsible for organizing the “correct” lighting in the room.

Skirting board with LED lighting

Organization of lighting in the bathroom / toilet is far from a secondary role. Not only the basic functionality of the room depends on it. Lighting is responsible for the comfort and, to some extent, the safety of the room. nine0003

Lighting in the toilet, which lamps are best, where to place them

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Lighting plays an important role in the interior of a modern bathroom. High-quality fixtures, lamps, switches contribute to the creation of a good level of illumination. Properly planned lighting in the toilet allows you to comfortably illuminate the desired areas in separate and combined bathrooms. The area of ​​the toilet rooms is small, so a minimum number of lighting fixtures is usually required. nineOl000 a bidet or a washbasin with a mirror - this area needs more intense lighting. The toilet room is a small room with high humidity and lack of natural light sources. nine0044 It is important to comply with fire safety standards when selecting and installing sealed lighting fixtures if they are located close to sources of moisture. Suitable lamps and luminaires for the washroom are selected taking into account the intensity of light, power, lifetime:

  • incandescent lamp with E14 base, 40W gives a luminous flux of 400 lumens, light output is 10 L / W;
  • incandescent lamp with E27 base, 60W will provide a light flux of 630-650 lumens with a light output of 11-12 L / W; nine0010
  • an incandescent lamp with an E27 base with a power of 100W distributes a luminous flux of 1230-1550 lumens with a return of 12-15 L / W;
  • fluorescent energy-saving, E14 base, 11W, light flux 600, light output 54. 5;
  • fluorescent energy-saving lamp with E27 base, power 20W, luminous flux 1250 and output 62.5;
  • 3W waterproof LED downlight for ceiling mounting, 163 lumens, 54 L/W;
  • LED lamp, E27 base, has a long service life, power 9W, light output 470 lumens, 52 L/W;
  • waterproof LED strip (power 12W per 1 meter) front glow 1200 lumens with a return of 100 L / W;
  • G12 metal halide lamp, 35W delivers 3400 lumens at 97 L/W;
  • halogen reflector lamp MR-16 with GU 5.3 base, 6.5W (12 volts) provides 280 lumens, output 43 L/W.

Luminaires for the toilet room can be any, but always with a high moisture resistance threshold so that water drops do not fall on the electrical part of the device. Efficient lighting in the toilet is a moisture-proof, energy-saving, hermetic system with reliable hidden insulation of wires with copper conductors. nine0003

When choosing lighting fixtures, you should pay attention to the design of fixtures - the design of the ceiling and the dimensions of the electrical device should be in harmony with the interior of the toilet. There should be enough light to comfortably illuminate all areas, but the light emission does not make it too bright, annoying visual perception.

Halogen Metal Halide Incandescent LED Energy Saving

Choice of location

A small toilet can have several lighting options or be limited to one light source. When choosing fixtures with incandescent lamps, devices with a power of no more than 40 watts are chosen, since the lamps get very hot and can deform the plastic elements of the interior of the toilet. nine0003

Halogen lamps are compact, provide a uniform intense glow, save energy, come in built-in and open types.

Energy-saving lamps have a high light output, long service life, consume a minimum amount of electricity. Installing an LED lamp in the toilet is one of the most common options. The device gives a good glow, you can use the point illumination method, mount the device on any surface of the room. After planning the lighting system and acquiring suitable lamps, you need to install devices. Possible mounting options:

  • top ceiling lighting - install any device that meets safety requirements (tightness, moisture resistance, power). The solution is suitable for a toilet of any size, but it is important to take into account the height of the ceilings so that the light fills the room evenly, leaving no blind areas. In the toilet, the ceiling lamp can be installed in the center, surrounded by spotlights around the perimeter of the ceiling (for large rooms) or above the entrance to the room with additional illumination of work areas; nine0010
  • lower floor lighting - according to this principle, lighting fixtures are mounted in two ways - a flexible LED strip is laid along the perimeter of the floor along the plinth, and LED lamps of the original shape - round, square, rectangular - are mounted on the floor. Floor lighting has a predominantly decorative function, does not greatly increase the brightness of the lighting, but works effectively in combination with the upper ceiling light;
  • wall front lighting - sconces, lamps, tapes, spotlights are mounted on the wall. This is ideal for low ceiling toilets. The frontal arrangement of the lamps visually distances the ceiling and becomes visually more spacious inside. When choosing an LED wall lamp for the toilet, you need to check that the device does not interfere with free movement around the room. The optimal installation location is an LED strip under the ceiling along the perimeter of the room, a sconce near the sink, and a mirror. nine0010

Because the toilet is a small room, there are few lighting options. Unusual lighting devices give an original look to the interior, built-in lamps look beautiful. For a combined bathroom, you can pick up more design ideas for installing light sources due to the larger space of the room.

Automatic

In a small washroom, three to five light sources are sufficient for an effective lighting system. To make the lighting more comfortable, you can organize automatic lighting of the toilet. The advantages of automation are energy savings, the absence of switches, ease of operation, automatic shutdown of appliances when leaving the toilet. Features of the organization of the lighting system:

  • after choosing the fixtures for the toilet and installing the devices on the ceiling, in the floor, on the wall, you need to select automatic lighting sensors; nine0010
  • three types of sensors are available for operation, responding to sound, ultrasound, infrared radiation;
  • the sensitivity of the sound sensor covers the range of 40-50 decibels - you can turn on the light with a simple clap of your hands;
  • ultrasonic sensors respond quickly, propagating waves, at the intersection of which the circuit closes and opens;
  • infrared sensors react to movement - when a person crosses the device's coverage area, the light in the toilet turns on. nine0010

When choosing automatic lighting, take into account the frequency of false positives, range and sensitivity, the principle of closing / opening the electrical circuit.

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