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51 Bathroom Vanity Lights to Rejuvenate Any Bathroom Decor Style

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One of the first things you use in the morning and one of the last things you use at night – bathroom vanities play a significant role in everyone’s daily routine. One of the most important aspects of the vanity area is the lighting, especially when it comes to grooming processes like cosmetics and skincare. Vanity lighting should be beautiful enough to admire, but also practical enough to suit your everyday needs. Why compromise? In this post, we’ve collected 51 fabulously functional and beautifully designed bathroom vanity lights to suit any interior style, encompassing a wide range of feature sets you might find alluring. Which one is your favorite?

Modern Linear Bathroom Light: Perfect for minimalist, modern, and even industrial bathroom designs, this vanity light makes a bold first impression with its clean lines and smooth matte black surface. Integrated LEDs last up to 50,000 hours for a dependable long-lasting lifespan without the need to ever change a bulb.

3 Light Matte White Glass Globes With Brushed Metal Base: For a modern look with sophisticated appeal, these contemporary bathroom vanity lights offer a perfect blend between high-end style and everyday practicality. The fixture is available in brushed brass for a touch of luxury or black bronze to suit darker themes.

Brushed Nickel Finish Bathroom Vanity Lights: These caged vanity lights are perfectly suited to themes ranging from modern industrial to rustic farmhouse themes. Choose between brushed bronze or the brushed nickel pictured here – available in three and four light configurations.

Nautical Style Oil Rubbed Bronze Finish Bathroom Vanity Lights: Ideal for industrial, rustic, and nautical bathroom themes alike. These bathroom vanity lights have a finish that mimics the look of oil rubbed bronze. This model is also available in a variety of other finishes like luxurious gold and glossy red.

Modern Oil Rubbed Bronze Finish Bath Light: Simple and sophisticated. This bathroom vanity light features three frosted acrylic shades over a rubbed bronze-finish base, a warm combination sure to enhance the atmosphere of any bathroom. Each shade is illuminated by long-lasting LED lights for easy maintenance and energy savings. This piece is also available in brushed nickel.

Bronze Bath Wall Lights: Geometric framing gives this vanity light a touch of decorative appeal. Install your choice of maximum 40-watt bulbs behind the opal white shades to create your preferred lighting profile. This fixture can be installed with lights facing upward or downward as desired.

Aged Brass LED Bathroom Vanity Light: Embrace a touch of modern glamour with this bathroom vanity side light. Two white bulbs sit against a backing of aged brass, encaged by a geometric frame in matte black. The LED bulbs are compatible with a dimmer switch to help you set the mood for any moment – bright for those early mornings or dimmed for pampered evenings in the bath.

Seeded Glass Bathroom Vanity Lights: A charming addition to industrial and farmhouse themed bathrooms, this vanity light design features an oil-rubbed bronze finish and speckled seeded glass shades. This fixture is dimmer compatible and supports medium-base bulbs up to 60W.

Black And Gold Bathroom Vanity Lights: For mid-century modern style with all the advantages of modern construction, this design is sure to please. Mount with the etched opal bulbs facing upward or downward as desired. Includes three bi-pin T4 bulbs.

4 Light Bath And Vanity Light: Antique bronze, vintage brass, and transparent glass globes – a classic combination with timeless appeal. Use this four-bulb vanity light to enjoy a sophisticated take on urban industrial design. This fixture is compatible with dimmer functionality and fits medium base bulbs.

Crystal Bathroom Vanity Light: Does your bathroom need a touch of glitz? These crystal vanity lights absolutely dazzle, glimmering cheerily even when the lights are off. Each socket is rated up to 100W.

Crystal Column Bathroom Vanity Light: Here is another glamorous take on the crystal bathroom vanity lights concept. This one offers a more formal look, composed of radiant crystal rods supported by a chrome-finish frame. This piece includes four 40W halogen bulbs, easily swappable with other G9 base options as desired.

Art Deco Style Square Bathroom Vanity Lights: Three LED lights provide even illumination from behind square opal glass shades. This bathroom vanity light is a great way to make the most of a smaller vanity area.

Traditional Bathroom Vanity Lights With Scrolls Design: Traditional charm ensures this bathroom vanity light will provide lasting appeal. Ombre glass shades give the lighting a subtle warm quality, while the oil-rubbed bronze frame captures the eye with its gracious Victorian scrollwork. Hang with bulbs facing upward or downward as desired.

Industrial Style Bathroom Vanity Lights: A deeply distressed dark bronze finish lends an antique look to this selection, finished with just a hint of gold around the rim. Equip with Edison bulbs to continue the vintage theme or opt for a modern bulb up to 60W for a tailored experience.

Rustic Farmhouse Style Bath Vanity Lights: Ideal for a rustic farmhouse or nautical bathroom theme, this vanity light captures the eye with its authentic details. Warm gunmetal bronze offers easy coordination and rope accents provide a unique natural touch. Sandblasted glass shades gently diffuse the light while maintaining clear illumination.

Antique Farmhouse Style Cylindrical Bubbled Glass Bathroom Vanity Lights: Crafted from real wood and hand-brushed silver details, this farmhouse-style vanity light has plenty of artisanal charm to set your bathroom decor apart from the rest. Requires three E26 bulbs up to 60W each.

Modern Bathroom Vanity Wall Sconce: Designed by David Dolcini, these unique bathroom vanity lights are like sculptural artwork for the wall. Light filters through both the top and the bottom of the sconce for gentle indirect illumination. Choose from matte white or mirrored aluminum finishes.

Modern Glass Globe Bath Vanity Light: The iconic IC series by Michael Anastassiades is instantly recognizable, and a surprisingly practical choice for placement beside a bathroom vanity – the frosted blown glass diffuser provides exceptionally even illumination.

Flos IC S1 Pendant: For an even more visually commanding configuration, the IC pendant is another inspiring choice for modern bathrooms. Brushed brass cuts a clean angular profile for beautiful simplicity.

Modern Black And Gold Bath Light Sconce: Mid-century modern charm meets art deco drama with this fabulous wall sconce. Choose from a wide variety of finish combinations to suit your space – brass, black, white, nickel, and more.

Vanity Light Orbs: Matte black details stand out against a raw brass frame. This handsome mid-century modern bathroom vanity light includes all installation hardware and four 40W bulbs. Also available in all brass and all black.

Tom Dixon Stone Pendant Light: Designed by Tom Dixon, this bathroom pendant light offers a unique lighting experience unlike any other. The shade is crafted from real white marble – completely changing the quality of the light as it glows from within the silky stone surface.

Sculptural Bathroom Vanity Light: The fabulous Secto 4201 Pendant is another iconic modern design. Bring unforgettable Nordic flair to your bathroom retreat with this Seppo Koho design, sculpted from natural or laminated birch available in a variety of stunning finishes. Hang alone as a statement piece or as a group.

Crescent Pendant Light: Designed by Lee Broom, the Crescent pendant takes the form of a deconstructed sphere sliding apart to reveal a brushed brass core – an artistic take on a classic style. Each half is constructed from opal acrylic to eliminate glare for beautiful illumination in any environment.

Flos String Light Sphere: Michael Anastassiades designed the String pendant to utilize an unconventional suspension system, allowing creative expression through the cord itself. This sense of freedom makes the String pendant exceptionally flexible – equally suitable for small and large bathrooms with any ceiling height.

Foscarini Aplomb Suspension Lamp: Designed by Paolo Lucidi and Luca Pevere in 2010, this Italian-made light fixture draws the eye with its bold profile and unconventional material makeup. This pendant is crafted from concrete for a refined approach to industrial edge. Hang alone or arrange as a creative grouping.

Tom Dixon Beat Pendant: Recognized for its ubiquity in shelter magazine staging and high-end commercial spaces, the Beat Pendant is a versatile and stylish lighting solution beloved by discerning fans of modern design. Enjoy the beauty of the original or take a look at the cheaper replica available here.

Long Gold Finish Bath Vanity Light: Brass finishes are a timeless choice for the bathroom. This four-bulb vanity fixture includes four on-theme bulbs for a vintage look, easily swapped out with other compatible T-10 bulbs as desired. Install facing upward or downward as your available space allows.

Modern Long Bathroom Vanity Light: Long bathroom vanity lights like this one offer the advantage of even lighting while creating a clean minimalist look along larger mirrors. This piece features an energy-efficient LED for up to 50,000 hours of clear and color-accurate illumination.

Glass Bath Vanity Sconce: Glass and chrome are a versatile and practical pairing for the bathroom, made especially elegant with this two-bulb vanity sconce design. This fixture uses medium-base bulbs up to 60W.

Color Temperature Adjustable Bath Vanity Light: Tailor your everyday routine exactly the way you want it. This vanity bar light features an adjustable LED with multiple color temperature options, ideal for those who want more control while applying cosmetics or skincare. Mount horizontally, vertically, or even mount on the ceiling.

Gold Bath Sconce: A cylindrical etched glass shade sits on a gorgeous gold-finished base, simple and elegant to suit any bathroom interior. This piece requires a bulb up to 60W, the color temperature of your choice preserved by the soft opal coloration of the diffuser.

Modern Stainless Steel Bathroom Vanity Light: This polished chrome vanity light features bubbly seeded glass diffusers for a subtle sparkling look, intriguing with the light turned off and even more dramatic when illuminated. Built-in LEDs cast bright illumination and provide excellent color accuracy.

Thin Rectangular Bar Bathroom Vanity Light: Sleek, streamlined, and sensible. This bathroom vanity bar light provides even illumination across its surface with long-lasting LEDs. Use the built-in switch to adjust the color temperature to suit your preferences. Hang horizontally over your vanity mirror or invest in a set of two to hang on vertically on either side.

Modern 6 Light Bath Vanity Light: Do you need a vanity light that can accommodate a wider mirror? This brushed nickel bathroom vanity light provides a warm glow through six acrylic shades, each one diffusing the energy-efficient LEDs within. Also available in oil-rubbed bronze.

Galvanized Steel Finish Bathroom Vanity Light: Appropriate for rustic, farmhouse, and urban industrial bathroom decor themes, these vanity lights make a strong visual statement with their rugged caged design. This model requires three medium-base bulbs up to 60W. Also available in bronze.

Flush Mount Tower Bathroom Vanity Light: Brushed brass and V-cut seeded crystal glass lends a sense of vintage luxury to this charming vanity light. This piece is illuminated by LED lights for maintenance-free performance.

Brass Bath Sconce: An opal glass shade takes cues from classic design, encased in a geometric frame for modern appeal. This bathroom vanity sconce light requires a medium-base bulb up to 60W.

Cylindrical Glass And Copper Bath Vanity Light: A contemporary take on torch-style lighting, this bathroom vanity light is sure to capture attention with its unique shape – all without sacrificing an ounce of practicality. This design is also available in chrome, gold, brass, and nickel.

Novelty Bath Vanity Lights: These vanity lights take a playful approach to glamour. Aluminum pom-poms sit inside the transparent glass diffusers, glowing with incredible warmth once lit from within. These vanity lights cast dramatic shadows against the wall for a dynamic lighting experience in the evening.

Vintage Style Pendant Bathroom Vanity Lights: Enjoy vintage industrial style with modern convenience. The switches on each socket are not just for decoration – use to individually control each light for tailored illumination, convenient for those late evenings when gentler lighting is desired.

Industrial Caged Pendant Bath Vanity Lights: This pendant light features three individual sockets, each one enclosed by an industrial cage-style shade of a different shape. The variation is playful yet looks perfectly curated. A vintage bronze finish lends an authentic touch.

Ring Bath Pendant Light: A simple light with a decorative twist. This bathroom vanity pendant features a spherical seeded glass diffuser for a vintage look, surrounded by a substantial metal ring in oil rubbed bronze for warm rustic appeal. Use with a candelabra-base bulb up to 60W.

8 Light Bathroom Vanity Light Bar: It’s hard to go wrong with a time-tested classic. This Hollywood-style vanity bar features eight glass globe shades on a base of polished chrome. Also available with a polished brass base. Use with medium-base bulbs up to 100W.

Industrial Inspired 6 Light Bath Vanity Light: Get the look of playful pendants combined with the ease-of-use and convenient proximity of a vanity bar. This design is constructed with a faux wood finish for an industrial or farmhouse style that can withstand the humidity of a bathroom environment. Use with medium-base bulbs up to 100W or opt for classic Edison bulbs for an authentic look.

Cylindrical Pendant Bathroom Vanity Lights: Pure elegance! These cylindrical bathroom pendants shine with a multi-tone finish for striking contrast. Each pendant includes a built-in LED protected by a frosted diffuser for even illumination. Also available in white and copper.

Rustic Style Bathroom Vanity Lights: These rustic bathroom vanity lights enjoy the warmth of weathered wood grain and dark burnished metal. Use with max 60W bulbs – opt for Edison bulbs to get the look pictured here.

Faux Antler Bath Vanity Light: Be reminded of those relaxing cabin getaways every day with this faux antler vanity light. The fixture is formed from quality resin, finished with weathered details for an authentic antique aesthetic. The glass lampshade ensures a warm and calming glow.

Industrial Pipe Style Bathroom Vanity Lights: So simple, yet sure to draw the eye. This industrial-style vanity light is crafted to look like authentic cast iron pipes, finished in antique bronze for a handsome weathered appearance. This piece would make a fantastic statement in modern, minimalist, and even rustic interior themes.

Mason Jar Bath Vanity Lights: With shades crafted to look like upcycled mason jars, this vanity light has a distinctive DIY appeal sure to appeal to the crafty at heart. The textural backplate and pipe-like arms have a repurposed aesthetic as well. Equip with standard bulbs up to 100W or get this fantastic vintage look with a pair of warm Edison bulbs.


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Lighting in the bathroom: photo examples, organization rules

How much light do you need in the bathroom?

Ideal 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 a 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, several ceiling lights are desirable. The greater the number of fixtures, the smaller the size and power they should differ. For a spacious bathroom, zonal lighting is suitable, thanks to which it will be possible to highlight individual functional areas, as well as emphasize the configuration of the space.

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

The following important factors influence the choice of lighting:

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

Which light should I choose?

Whether the bathroom is windowless or not, choose bright lighting that won't irritate your eyes. Warm light with a yellowish tint is considered the most comfortable and pleasant. Such a soft glow will contribute to complete relaxation in the bathing area. Devices with a cold bluish light, located near the washbasin, will help you quickly wake up and cheer up.

Location tips

When there is a lack of light in a room, a three-level tiered lighting system is ideal.

Basic

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

Regular painted ceilings are often fitted with pendant lights with increased moisture protection. For a ceiling plane decorated with a plasterboard structure, plastic panels or slats, built-in lights 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 placement of a central chandelier.

If ceiling lights are not enough, wall lights are used. The location is chosen depending on the height of the walls. Lamps should not blind the eyes, so they are usually installed at a level of two meters from the floor plane.

When purchasing sconces for the bathroom, pay attention to lampshades, they should resemble a sphere or flask in shape and be closed.

The photo shows the interior of the bathroom in the attic with spotlights built into the stretch ceiling.

Floor lighting is most often a backlight, such as 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 recessed lamps will add an unusual entourage to the bathroom and add mystery to the atmosphere.

Lighting for functional areas

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

Work area

This area with a mirror and a washbasin requires high-quality lighting, which should fall evenly from both sides. For this, it is best to install two side lights with a symmetrical arrangement, slightly higher than 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, one lighting device above the mirror will be quite enough.

Lamps with flexible arms with the ability to adjust the direction of light are considered especially convenient.

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

Bath and shower

For lovers of relaxing baths, one or two devices with a subdued diffused glow are suitable. With the help of LED lighting, you can also decorate the bath 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.

The photo shows spotlights located above the bathtub in the interior of the bathroom.

Storage systems and appliances

To create an unusual romantic mood and give the environment a certain elegance, highlighting individual elements of the interior is used. Such a 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, an area with hooks for towels or a place where there is a washing machine is equipped with a separate source.

Pictured are shelves in the bathroom with spotlights.

Decorative

Thanks to independent strip lighting, spotlights framing the bathroom, a faucet nozzle that changes color depending on the water temperature, it turns out to give the room even more light and space.

The photo shows decorative lighting in a high-tech bathroom interior.

One of the most popular bathroom solutions is a false window. It is made of frosted glass, which is decorated with moisture-resistant patterns and equipped with built-in fluorescent lighting.

Lighting in a small bathroom

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

Pictured is a small bathroom with lighting and hanging ceiling lamps.

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

Pictured is a mirror with recessed lighting in a small bathroom.

Design Examples

Illuminated shower head looks chic and creates a colorful flow of water. An equally unusual solution is the ceiling in the form of a starry sky or luminous drops with LED spot elements. To create original lighting, bathroom sides and podiums are decorated with backlighting, and niches, screens or baseboards are decorated with spotlights.

Photo of a spacious bathroom with original floor lighting.

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

Ideas for different interior styles

In the classical style, the decor is decorated with steel or wrought bronze candelabra and crystal products with numerous pendants, chains, beads and other decorative elements.

For minimalism, it is appropriate to use pendant lamps, which are distinguished by their simple form 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. As a complement to a beautiful interior composition, massive forged chandeliers with glass lampshades are selected and lamps or sconces in the form of inflorescences are placed near the mirror.

The photo shows a variant of lighting in a modern bathroom.

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

The Scandinavian interior offers any type of wall or ceiling lamps that can be combined with modern LED lamps. This style does not accept too bulky and artsy light sources.

Safety regulations

When developing a lighting scheme, first of all, attention is paid to safety. Light fixtures must be airtight and arranged in such a way that drops of water do not fall on them.

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With the right arrangement of light, you can complete the image of the bathroom, make the cladding, furniture and sanitary ware more spectacular, as well as form a practical and cozy design. Due to correctly designed lighting, you can give the interior the necessary accents and bring harmony to it.

The best lighting options in the bathroom - rules and design

In urban apartments, it is sometimes difficult to implement design ideas borrowed from foreign glossy magazines. This is due to limited space, the state of engineering structures, and a small limit of energy consumption. It is impossible not to take into account the high percentage of marriage during construction. The communication device also does not always meet accepted standards. The situation is aggravated by the fact that over the past few years, many non-standard electrical and plumbing fixtures have appeared that are not designed for typical housing. Despite these problems, there are many design solutions for typical apartments and luxury new buildings. In the article we show what the lighting in the bathroom can be like: examples and photos.

Proper bathroom lighting

Do's and Don'ts

Choosing lamps

How to calculate lighting

How to arrange devices

Design techniques

Each building has its own characteristics. In some of them, in order to fix the screw for the lamp, you need to cement it - neither dowels nor corks hold in the crumbling wall. It happens that communications are laid with errors. In old buildings, where there has not been a major overhaul for a long time, the wiring needs to be replaced. Before starting work, you must make sure that everything is working properly, or bring the electrician into proper condition. For this, it is better to use the services of an electrician.

There are prohibitions for the entire room and for its individual zones.

GOST and SNiP restrictions

Prohibited activities are listed in local laws. In different regions, these lists may differ, but basically they are the same. For Moscow, Decree No. 508 PP applies. According to this document, it is forbidden to lay chisels in reinforced concrete slabs and interpanel seams. Channels can be laid in the finish or under a stretch ceiling or plasterboard sheathing of a metal frame.

GOSTs and SNiPs introduce some restrictions. Technical standards prohibit open wiring. You can only use a triple wire with a phase, neutral and protective core. Each of them must be in its own protective shell. All three cores are connected together under an additional layer of insulation. The use of a metal coating without insulation is not allowed. For laying, use corrugated or plastic pipes. Metal cannot be used. If the cable is damaged, such a coating will not be able to protect against electric shock. The use of electrical tape is not allowed.

You shouldn't skimp on communications. It is better to take a thicker section so that the core does not burn out under intense loads. Usually an aluminum cable with a cross section of 4 mm 2 or copper 2.5 mm 2 is used. It is impossible to combine copper and aluminum - this will lead to a reaction between them.

It is forbidden to place switches, electrical panels and junction boxes in the bathroom. Sockets and all appliances must have a residual current device (RCD). There are special models for wet rooms. All facilities must be grounded. To minimize the risk, even a bathtub can be grounded if it is made of steel or cast iron.

In no case should you do the grounding yourself by connecting the wire to a radiator or a water pipe. This can be dangerous to life and health.

According to the Civil Code of the Russian Federation, any changes that require making to the technical passport and BTI plan require the creation of project documentation. Only an engineering organization with SRO approval can draw up a project. Documentation must be approved by state authorities. Lighting is usually not a refurbishment, but it may be part of a plan that requires a number of changes to the layout and power supply of the apartment.

In order to avoid a mistake, everything must be carefully planned and calculated before starting work. To avoid getting an electric shock, you should work with the electricity turned off.

Restrictions for individual zones

Lighting in a small bathroom, as well as in a spacious room, depends on zones with different degrees of humidity. Four areas can be distinguished:

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Such zoning is applied regardless of the presence of a hood. It is suitable for separate and combined bathrooms.

All types of lamps can be used in damp rooms. Each of them has its own strengths and weaknesses.

Halogen

This is a good choice for any space, big or small. They last a long time, have a high light output. They can be installed in any suspended ceiling covering, even those that do not tolerate temperature well. For example, PVC film begins to melt and lose shape at 60 degrees. Usually, with strong heating, it wrinkles and sags near spotlights, but in this case this does not happen. The only downside is that a buck adapter is needed for low power models. Products may have different colors.

Fluorescent

Their advantage is that, unlike halogens, they are able to produce warm and daylight. Their power is lower. It does not exceed 150 watts. When working, they make a characteristic sound that may seem annoying.

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Incandescent lamps

They are the least economical and have a short lifespan. During operation, they get very hot. The only advantage is low cost.

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LED

LED lamps are the most economical. This is a rather unusual way of lighting. It is often used for mirrors and niches.

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The calculated parameter is brightness. It depends on which lamp is used, as well as on its power. According to current regulations, 1 m 2 must have at least 50 lumens (lm). To better understand what a lumen is, imagine a stream of rays from a spiral under a glass shell. With a power of 100 W, it is equal to 1300 lm. 25 W create a flux of 200 lm. LED lamps are more efficient. With a power of 40 W or more, they give approximately 6000 lm. This is three times more than fluorescent, nine times more than halogen.

To find out the required number of fixtures, you need to calculate how many lumens 1 W gives, and then determine how much power should fall on 1 m 2 . The result obtained should be multiplied by the area of ​​\u200b\u200bthe room.

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The layout can be quite complex and include several tiers.

Ceiling

Large chandeliers should not be hung on low ceilings. Flat designs that do not take up space are more suitable here. On the ceiling, you can install a model with a flat lampshade. Spherical shades are suitable for the upper part of the walls. The kit includes fasteners that are mounted on screws. They are placed opposite the entrance or above the door. They will look good if placed around the perimeter.

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Plafonds are usually not hung on a plasterboard base. It is more convenient to place spotlights on it. They take up less space and are harder to damage. In addition, they create less shadows, as they are located over the entire surface. Before installing them, you need to do the wiring. Wires are laid in corrugation or plastic tubes. The advantage of frame systems is their rigidity. The tubes can simply be placed on the sheets without fixing them.

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Ends up to 20 cm long are brought to the devices. They should not come into contact with the metal profile. Holes in drywall are cut using a special cylindrical nozzle. To insure yourself against mistakes, it is better to do this after mounting the sheets.

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To install wiring under a stretch ceiling, it must be fixed to the ceiling with clamps made of plastic. It is better not to use metal ones, as they conduct electricity. Luminaires are mounted on special racks mounted on the ceiling. They must be adjusted to the level of the canvas. Holes are cut in the coating above them with a sharp, well-sharpened knife. They are framed with frames included in the kit.

The distance between the overlap and the film or sheet must be at least:

A chandelier can be hung in high and spacious rooms. If a hanging system is used, it is better to close the hole with a frame so that it does not spread.

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Niches and mirrors

Lamps near mirrors should be directed downwards towards the shelves or towards the person to make the reflection brighter and clearer. Attach them to the top and sides. It is most convenient to use devices on brackets that change their position. From below, miniature dim lamps that do not irritate the eyes will look good.

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bottom space near the floor

The backlight can even be installed in the floor covering. Usually it performs a decorative function and creates a special atmosphere conducive to relaxation.

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Beauty is a subjective concept, but there are principles of harmony and correspondence of details that are intuitively clear to everyone. For example, a huge chandelier in a small room will look bad. Do not get too carried away with mixing styles and mixing classics and high-tech. However, with good creative intuition, you can do exquisite kitsch.

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Focus on convenience

When designing an interior, convenience should come first. A group of spotlights can be placed where they are needed. It is necessary to arrange the devices so that there are no shadows, observing the principles of uniformity and symmetry. Some designers advise to focus on some bright detail. The central ceiling can also serve as such an element, but it is better to highlight an important element of the interior by directing rays at it or by making a backlight.

Take advantage of the layout

From a ceiling height of 3 m, you can use the rays reflected from the walls and floor. To do this, lamps are mounted in the upper part of the wall, directed downwards and slightly inward. If it is necessary to achieve softness and distraction, the devices are directed upwards and hidden behind a wide plinth or decorative casings to hide them from view.

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Designate a working area near the sink

Pay special attention to the work area near the sink. There shouldn't be shadows here. With excessive brightness, the rays will blind the eyes and create glare, with insufficient intensity, it will be difficult to carry out cosmetic procedures. It is better to make the lighting above the mirror in the bathroom as close to natural as possible so that it does not change the color of objects. It is most convenient to use sconces on flexible adjustable racks.

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Podiums and steps can be decorated with LED strips to make them easier to spot. With this technique, you can highlight any important element of the interior, not only from below, but also from above.

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