1. Failure to comply with safety standards.
In this piece, You can’t escape the standards that ensure your safety in the event of a splash. If you were considering an XXL chandelier in this space, it’s not necessarily a good idea unless it’s really huge. It will not respond to a safe environment.
Electrical installations cannot be done haphazardly. Some principles are your guiding principles.
Here are some essential criteria:
The new NF C 15-100 standard divides the bathroom into three separate volumes to limit contact areas between water and electricity.
- Volume 0 : It represents the direct water reception zone: shower and bathtub.
- Volume 1 : refers to the water projection zone which rises from 0 to 2.25 m above the volume.
- Volume 2 : It encloses volume 1 at a distance of 60 cm.
In Volume 0, you cannot place any electrical equipment, including switches and sockets. Only completely waterproof lighting fixtures are tolerated. In Volume 1, IPX5 luminaires, which can accept contact with water without immersion, are possible. Volume 2 accepts secure devices with an index of X4.
2. Set for global or active lighting.
So that the room in this space is perfectly lit, it leaves a large part in the central or general light that illuminates the entire bathroom, active light, Lighting a well-defined area such as a make-up corner and mood lighting for a pleasant and relaxing atmosphere.
Then it is important. Balance these three types of light to achieve a balanced universe.. However, avoid multiplying active lighting fixtures that risk appearing unwelcoming and too cold.
3. Not thinking about the size of the room
However, this is an essential parameter that will guide your choice, but it is often forgotten. The more spacious your room, the more sources of light.
Divide the space into several zones according to your needs and install different and suitable lighting fixtures. A table lamp decorates your make-up area, spotlights illuminate the toilet, shower or bath area, an LED strip is useful in the dressing area…
On the other hand, in a small area, It’s the functionality that guides your choices.. General and generous lighting through ceiling lights, chandeliers or pendants ensure intense brightness by choosing the right bulbs.
Then, you install functional lighting in strategic areas like the sink area using recessed and adjustable spotlights. A mirror with integrated lighting is also a good idea.
4. Not choosing the right color bulbs
The most recommended lighting in this room is the one that is. As close to the day as possible. Light that is too cool risks creating hospital-worthy decor, and warmer, yellow tones are warmer, but they change the perception of colors.
To avoid making a mistake, you must Consider rendering index and color temperature which appears on the packaging. For decorative lighting, the light will be around 3500 Kelvin, for the functional side, it is better to focus on a 4000 Kelvin bulb with a CRI of over 90.
5. Not choosing the right intensity
The lighting in the bathroom cannot be designed in the same way as in the bedroom or living room. Subdued lighting, shadowy areas… do not represent a wise solution. Without enough light, this space quickly becomes uncomfortable.
300 lux is ideal for a central light source and 500 lux for an active source. All without aggression.
6. Don’t skip lighting the mirror area.
This part of the bathroom is used for shaving, taking care of your skin, applying makeup and doing your hair. So she asks. The brightness is adapted to perform these gestures comfortably. And without straining his vision.
Even lighting is recommended. This is why we often have wall lights on each side of the mirror. By doing this, you avoid dark areas on the face, which are especially unpleasant when wearing makeup. Mirrors with integrated lighting are also perfect because that is their main purpose.
7. Don’t rely on LED bulbs.
LED bulbs come in all shapes and sizes and in all kinds of bases, so it would be a shame to do without them. They have many advantages, but the main one remains He has a very long life. Compared to incandescent halogen bulbs.
Furthermore, they are Very little energy And offer you big savings, especially if your room is dark and needs light most of the day. Because they operate at very low voltage, they don’t get hot and you don’t have to wait to get the most out of the light.
You use the LED ceiling light as the main light, it is space-saving and decorative, but above all it diffuses the light well. Enclosed or dimmable LEDs are an interesting option. They allow you to vary the intensity of the light according to your wishes and mood.
8. Very brilliant light
To avoid aggression, the lighting should be diffused and comfortable, like in a bedroom. Frosted glass has one advantage, it greatly limits the risk of glare. If you spot, Choose an adjustable model To bypass the powerful light in the bath.
9. Focus only on decorative lighting.
Modern, dim lighting is not enough in this space. It should only be a complement to active lighting. It adds style to the room. But doesn’t replace the others.