Not many people think of the importance of lighting in the bathroom and even less how it can affect your bathroom renovation. Most full bathroom remodeling contractors, however, see this as a missed opportunity, as it’s the first thing that you will most likely go to when you wake up in the morning. The right ambiance in such a location can do wonders for your day!
The why is obvious, but the where is just as important. Let Envy Homes Services guide you on how to plan effective lighting for your bathroom in today’s post.
How Much Light Is Too Much?
Just because illumination doesn’t mean you have to overdo it—after all, anything in excess is bad. You can set up your lighting depending on bathroom traffic, the age of the people in the home, and the required visibility for certain activities. Shaving, for example, might require more light, while showers may need slightly less.
Small bathroom renovation companies think that most bathrooms can make do with a single 20-watt LED light (or 24 watts for fluorescent lights). In more technical terms, 24-watt fluorescents and 20-watt LEDs are equivalent to 137 lumens, or the amount of visible light output by a single light source.
Lighting Location
It’s not just the magnitude of the light that’s important but also where it’s placed. As in the previous example, you wouldn’t want a light source to cast a shadow on your face when you’re shaving, as it would totally defeat the purpose.
This only means being strategic where you place your lights. For instance, most tub to shower remodelers suggests two lights over a bathtub, one on either end, to help with accessibility and safety.
Natural Lighting
You can also use daylighting not only to save power during the day but to accentuate the bathroom itself with the tasteful placement of windows. For privacy, you can use retractable treatments to conceal the interior of the bathroom or use frosted panes. The latter is also a nice way to diffuse daylight without sacrificing privacy.
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