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Bath Lighting Fixtures
Every Bathroom Remodeling Plan should Include
Bathroom Light Fixtures
By: Mark J. Donovan
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Bath lighting fixtures are often an
afterthought in bathroom remodeling design plans. Bathroom light fixtures
however play a major role in bringing both functional and aesthetic purpose to a
bathroom. Consequently bath lighting fixtures should be near the top of a
homeowners list when defining the key features in a bathroom remodeling project,
at least at a high level. You don’t necessarily need to pick out the particular
light fixtures during the planning phase of a bathroom remodeling project,
however you should at least write down the general bathroom lighting fixture
types that you prefer.
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For example, a high level
decision should be made on whether or not you prefer modern and contemporary
bathroom lighting or more of a rustic look. You should also identify where
you want bathroom lighting fixtures installed in the bathroom. Wall bathroom
vanity lighting and general overhead ceiling bathroom lighting should go
without saying. However, depending upon your specific bathroom remodeling
plans, you may want to include additional recessed lighting over the shower
stall and vanity areas for example.
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Another bath lighting fixture
decision is on the finish type. Bronze and Nickel bath lighting fixture finishes
are quite popular today. Brass bathroom lighting fixtures, on the other hand
have faded in popularity with today’s modern home.
Also consider the use of dimmer switches in the bathroom. It’s better to
over-light a bathroom and have to dim it down a bit rather than have
insufficient lighting. Also, dimmer switches allow the ability to set a bathroom
mood and are a great alternative to using candles when soaking in a whirlpool
bathtub on a cold winter night.
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Bathroom Vanity
Light Fixtures
Bathroom vanity lights come in all types of shapes sizes, and styles and provide
both function and beauty. Bathroom vanity light fixtures are important for
illuminating mirrors and providing workspace lighting. They also help to enhance
the overall charm and look of the bathroom and should be selected in
coordination with the other bathroom accessories including faucets, window
treatments and wall coverings.
When it comes to bathroom vanity lighting alternatives, wall sconce bath light
fixtures placed on either side of a bathroom mirror are a great substitute to
the basic set of strip lights over the bathroom mirror, particularly if there is
recessed overhead lighting already included in the bathroom remodeling plans.
Recessed Ceiling Bath Lighting
Fixtures
Besides the standard combo ceiling
fan light, which is an essential requirement in any bathroom, recessed bath
light fixtures in the bathroom are perfect for providing general overhead
lighting. They are particularly useful for otherwise dark areas of the bathroom
such as over a shower stall or tub area. They are not however a substitute for
bathroom vanity lighting as they will produce shadows on your face.
By layering bathroom light fixtures you can reduce glare and shadows when
standing in front of the bathroom mirror.
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Consequently recessed ceiling bath lighting fixtures should be used in concert
with other bathroom light fixtures. Recessed bath light fixtures are available
in low voltage or line voltage types.
No matter what your preferred style is for bath lighting fixtures make sure to
include more than enough light in your bathroom remodeling plans. Again, it is
better to have too much light and need to dim them down, than not to have enough
and have no choice but to either live with a dark bathroom or punch into walls
and ceilings and add more lights.
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