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There is a multitude of lighting applications for your bathroom
Good bathroom lighting requires a mixture of task and ambient
lights. When planning the lighting for your bathroom, be careful
not to fall in to the shadow trap. Recessed lighting fixtures
are very popular these days and are usually recommended. A
dimmer switch for versatility should control bathroom lighting.
There are three general types of bathroom lighting; general
lighting provides overall illumination; task lighting provides
light for a specific task, like reading, homework, and computer
work; and accent lighting puts the spotlight on a piece of art,
plants, or other favorite possession.
Place bathroom strip lights to either side of the mirror rather
than above to improve visibility for shaving and applying
make-up. If using vanity strips with globe bulbs, choose frosted
instead of clear to help minimize shadows. Use light sources
like fluorescent's to enhance appearance of skin tones and decor.
Choose fluorescent bulbs for the vanity area for energy savings,
long life, and good color. Select a pair of decorative wall
sconces to flank the mirror in a powder room. Dim all
incandescent and halogen sources to help the eyes adept in the
morning from dark to light. Bathroom lighting should be a
combination of task lights for specific areas and supplementary
lighting for overall background light.
A good designer should be able to create zones, which can be
operated independently, creating different moods. Working areas
such as the food preparation surface counter-tops and sink
should all have high wattage independent task lights to
illuminate the area without creating a shadows.
For low-level background lighting, choose under-cabinet strip
lights, plus a light over the table on a dimmer switch to create
the right ambiance for dining. Now you can use Progress Bathroom
Lighting to add elegance and functionality to any bathroom
application. When it comes to interior lighting, bathrooms are
probably given the least thought of all the rooms in the house.
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