Bathroom Lighting

Bathroom lighting comes in many styles, colors, designs and layouts so even the most selective of homeowners will have many options to choose from.  Bathroom lighting fixtures can come as pendant lighting, wall mounted lighting, shower lights, mirror lighting, and many others.

Most bathrooms will require additional flush mount ceiling lighting or recessed lighting in the toilet area, shower area and/or center of the room to fill the entire room properly with light.  Current lighting trends lead consumers to light fixtures that are both functional and aesthetically appealing.  In small bathrooms, mirrored lights will illuminate the entire room; but in larger areas, an additional ceiling fixture is often needed for general bathroom lighting.

Current lighting trends lead consumers to light fixtures that are both functional and aesthetically appealing.  If the room has a whole wall mirror you can mount the fixtures right on the mirror.  Mounting the fixtures on the mirror requires extra planning and coordination with the electrical contractor and the glass supplier.  Avoid using ceiling mounted fixtures as the sole source unless the room is very small with light colored walls.  Other bathroom lighting fixtures available include recessed lighting fixtures, available with plain metal trim or highly ornate trims that evoke a baroque feel.  Bathroom downlights, or recessed lights, are the most popular source of general lighting, however, pendant and mini chandeliers are being used more and more as decorative fixtures as well as for general illumination.

There are a host of details that ultimately define the style of a home and you seek out those elements that best reflect the design that most appeals to you.  Consider hiring an architect who can help you "harvest" natural light by designing the home with daylight in mind.  Overall, the practice employs sound design principles that are simple to apply.  And while bathroom lighting fixtures are most ideally-used to accomplish the specific design of the room, don’t forget that you also have to consider their functionality.

Recessed lighting is often used over the tub or toilet.  Use recessed lighting as accent lighting in combination with focused task lighting.  Using only recessed lighting will cast shadows and interfere with makeup application and shaving.  For extra warmth on frosty mornings, consider adding a recessed infrared heat lamp as well.

Bathroom lighting can sometimes be a little complex and if anything there is too much choice.  While acting as the ultimate in utility and function, decorative bathroom lighting will also add a lot of style to the room.  In small bathrooms, mirrored lights will illuminate the entire room; but in larger areas, an additional ceiling fixture is often needed for general bathroom lighting.  We are proud to provide you the vast selection of bathroom lighting fixtures using the highest bathroom lighting quality in design, material, construction, and finish.