Chandelier in the bathroom: types and choices

Any, even the most expensive bathroom design will not be able to reach its potential without good lighting. A quality chandelier can create beautiful contrasts, highlight certain elements of the interior or reproduce an unusual play of light. In this material you will learn basic information about chandeliers in the bathroom, the most popular varieties and features of the choice of these household appliances.

Today, a chandelier for a bathroom is capable of performing two functions at once. The first is extremely practical: fixtures effectively illuminate the room, which allows the use of bathroom accessories and furniture.

The second function of fixtures for bathrooms is the addition of an interior or a style solution to a room, which is achieved not only through the use of lamp design, but also through a certain play of light.

All bathroom chandeliers can be divided into several classifications. The most common concerns materials for the manufacture of such chandeliers. It distinguishes instruments made of crystal, metal, glass, as well as stained glass models.

• Crystal patterns. Crystal chandeliers are considered a classic option in the design of bathrooms in a classic or modern style. The most important plus of crystal chandeliers is the amazing beauty and rich appearance of such models. In contrast to them there are two huge disadvantages - the heavy weight of even small crystal models, which forces you to install powerful mounting brackets, as well as the high cost and stain of natural crystal chandeliers.

• Metal. Sheet metal chandeliers are considered a good and beautiful option in minimalist and hi-tech style bathrooms. They are characterized by increased strength, not as heavy as crystal models, but they also quickly lose their presentable appearance from moisture evaporation.

• Glass. Glass is considered a classic material in creating chandeliers - it can look successfully in absolutely any style. In addition to light weight, such models are no different from crystal ones, that is, they have the same pros and cons.

• Stained glass. These models of chandeliers are made of multi-colored mosaics and more often serve not to illuminate the bathroom, but to complement its interior. Such chandeliers are distinguished by their original design and appearance, but they give a dim light, which forces the installation of additional lighting in the bathroom.

Previously, absolutely any types of lamps and chandeliers were installed in bathrooms, today experts recommend placing only waterproof models there. The fact is that steam gets on electrical contacts. This can lead to overheating of the chandeliers, sparking, poor quality of the light, or even to broken plugs.

To date, several varieties of waterproof lamps for bathrooms are known.

• Recessed. Usually mounted directly in the ceiling with wiring in stretch ceilings or partitions. In some cases, such lamps are installed in the floor or on the walls (at the junction with the floor).

• Overhead. They work on the same principle as built-in ones, but they are mounted on the surface of the ceiling or floor, and not inside. Looks great in minimalism or in the Scandinavian style.

• Pendant waterproof luminaires. This is the best option for a bathroom chandelier with a moisture lock to the contacts inside the device.

• LED backlight. Most often installed as additional, rather than the main lighting. It can illuminate the area of ​​the mirror, Jacuzzi or be installed above the shelf with shampoos.

The harmony of a chandelier with a bathroom depends on two factors: the correct color of the lamp, as well as on the suitability of the lamp design with the style of the room. First, it is worth considering the color schemes of the chandeliers. Scientists have proven that certain colors can relax and soothe a person, and some shades, on the contrary, provoke aggressive and unstable behavior.

• Red. This is the most ambiguous color for the bathroom, which will only be appropriate to look in a certain style. Also, the color can be successful when using its darker or pastel shades. In other versions, red color provokes anxiety, agitation and aggression.

• White. This color is considered a neutral color in the design of any room. It symbolizes purity, freshness and encourages new ideas.

• Green. All shades of green perfectly relax and soothe. It is the perfect color for relaxing after a busy day. In addition, green looks great in any style and combines with many other shades.

• Yellow. Sun and wheat chandeliers seem ideal for decorating country or Provence style rooms, but in the bathrooms all shades of yellow look out of place. The only plus of the yellow chandelier is stress relief from the eyes.

• Blue. It is considered a universal color in the design of bathrooms. It simultaneously relaxes, soothes the eyes, but also stimulates the imagination, gives energy and strength.

To date, there are a huge number of design options for bath chandeliers in terms of design. When choosing a specific model, you should give preference to the existing style of the room.

• Minimalism. Today it is one of the most popular styles in the design of any residential premises.The basic principles of minimalism are completeness and maximum functionality. Minimalism style bathroom chandeliers should be small and discreet - recessed or surface mounted fixtures with a simple design and bright lighting are perfect here.

• Scandinavian style. The most functional and practical lamps that will not only illuminate the bathroom, but also complement its interior, are perfect here. Scandinavian style means light or pastel colors, as well as a huge amount of natural white light in the room.

• Classic. The classic style in the design of bathrooms implies luxury and even excessive pomp. Here, only expensive lamp versions with original stucco moldings and shades from bronze or copper will be appropriate. The ideal option in this case would be metal frames in the form of fancy colors. In addition, expensive porcelain or ceramic chandeliers can look good here. It is here that crystal lamps show themselves best.

• High tech. In bathrooms of this style, backlighting along mirrored surfaces or shelves is actively used. The main function of chandeliers in this style is to illuminate certain elements of the interior of the room.

• Modern. The main feature of this style in the bathroom is the presence of floral and plant components in the interior. Here, plafonds and frames made in the form of fancy flowers or branches will successfully look. For such compositions, fixtures with a metal frame, glass or stained glass shade are best suited.

The bathroom is not considered the safest and most harmless room for installing any electronic equipment. A high level of humidity will affect the condition of the wiring and contacts in any device, if it is not moisture resistant. In addition, other factors should be considered when choosing bath fixtures.

• electrical safety - this, whatever one may say, is the most important factor that should influence your choice. Each modern lighting device should have a marking, where 2 numbers are indicated - the first indicates the level of protection of the device from dust, the second - from moisture. The best option would be chandeliers, where the rate of the second digit is greater. In addition, you should pay attention to the power of the lighting device - it is safest to choose models of chandeliers that can operate from 12 volts.
• When choosing a chandelier in the bathroom, you should consider room lighting efficiency. The ideal option in this case will be a model of fixtures with automatic light control. Unfortunately, not all modern models are equipped with this function, and therefore a dimmer can be used here.
• As you can already understand from the information above, chandeliers of a certain color or design may look different indoors in different styles. If you are afraid to ruin the color scheme of your bathroom, but cannot decide on the color of the chandelier, choose universal light blue or white models.
• Mirror surfaces are an essential element of any bathroom. Thanks to the mirrors, you can effectively apply cosmetics or notice the drawbacks of makeup / hairstyles. For high-quality lighting of mirrors, one should choose lamp models capable of spot lighting. For this, built-in chandeliers or LED lights are used.
• Decorative elements. For most buyers, the main function of the chandelier in the bathroom is efficient lighting, not a complement to the design.That is why it is recommended to choose models of fixtures for this room without additional decorative objects such as mosaics or crystal pendants.

In the placement of chandeliers in bathrooms there are two key points: the correct selection of fixtures, as well as the competent choice of a lamp relative to the size of the room itself. Regarding fastening, all chandeliers can be divided into suspended, built-in and laid on. If you bought built-in or suspended models, then their installation should be carried out strictly according to the manufacturer's instructions, based on the rules of work with wiring and insulation of wires from moisture. If these are heavy and dimensional models of chandeliers, for their installation you may need reinforced fasteners with additional brackets and bolts.

• In style classic the main emphasis is on luxury, wealth and large dimensions of chandeliers, as the following examples prove.

• Minimalism in the design of the bathroom today it is considered trendy - here chandeliers rather serve as lighting than complement the interior.

• Style bathroom chandelier frames modern most often made in the form of bizarre curved lines. Such lamps also differ in some luxury and solidity.

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