Waterproof lamps for a bath: description, characteristics, marking

What Russian man does not like a bath? It relaxes not only the body, but the soul. However, in order to rest was full, the room should be cozy and pleasant. Not the least role in this is bath lighting. The light in the therma should be soft, and in the guest room - cozy and attractive. Waterproof lamps for a bath need to be chosen with intelligence, relying not only on their appearance, but also on functionality and safety.

The basic requirements for lighting fixtures for the bath

In the steam room, special conditions are created: high temperatures and constant humidity. That is why the first light we got here should not be hanged in any case! In advance, secure yourself, promushrovtiv basic requirements for bath lighting. Fixtures should be:

• Sealed;
• Have special labeling;
• Moisture resistant;
• Have a certain tension.

Experienced bath attendants advise waterproof lamps for a sauna produced in Germany. They have a ceramic case and frosted glass, are attached to the wall and ceiling. The device withstands temperatures up to 125 degrees due to the fact that all parts of the cartridge (except for contacts) are made of ceramics. The silicone layer protects the luminaire from splashes and steam. Matt light does not need a lampshade. But those waterproof lamps for the bathroom or sauna, which do not have frosted glass, will require the diffusion of light with a shade made of wood.

Halogen lamps for steam room

Many beginners are interested in the question: what type of lighting will be the best for the steam room? Unequivocal answer can not be given. Each device has its advantages and disadvantages, which we will consider in more detail below.

Halogen lamps are gaining popularity among lovers of steam. Thanks to the built-in reflectors, they can withstand high temperatures, which is ideal for a steam room. Waterproof lamps for a bath up to 35 watts also have a protection against water splashes. Safe tension is also a huge plus of halogen lamps.

Waterproof lamps for a bath with fluorescent lamps

In a steam room, the use of fluorescent lamps is acceptable . True, the first caught of them in the store enough to still not worth it. Choose lighting fixtures with lamps energy-saving and not integrated. Do not take lamps with an electromagnetic throttle, since they even hold high temperatures, but they do not tolerate frosts very well, and in fact in severe Russian winters you will not heat the room daily. There are fluorescent lamps and a big plus - they have adjustable brightness of light.

Fiber optic lights in the steam room

Fiber-optic lamps most often have an attractive and stylish appearance. They are a tourniquet and a projector. This harness is capable of withstanding temperatures up to 200 degrees, which makes the fiber optic luminaire a particularly welcome guest in the steam room. True, the device has its drawbacks. First, the high price, and secondly, the complexity of the installation. It is important to connect them carefully, following the instructions and all fire regulations.

Waterproof LED Fixtures

LED lights do not like the heat, so not every bathhouse attendant will want to equip the steam room with such appliances. But they are still appreciated for their style and modern look, so they are installed in the bath, but as close to the floor as possible. Waterproof LED lamps have a bright light and a wide color spectrum. Just because of their excessive brightness, they are placed above the shelves and under the shelves. It looks mysterious and original.

Particularly noteworthy is the IP65 luminaire. This device has increased protection. They work in rooms with a high temperature, humidity, increased dust and with frequent power surges.

The figures in the title speak of an international degree of protection.

• 6 - protection from solid objects, dust;
• 5 - protection against water jets falling on the lamp from any angle.

The IP65 luminaire gives a very pleasant light: it is not dazzling, but it is not dim, it will never flicker.

What kind of lighting is better not to install in the bath?

It is better not to install conventional incandescent lamps in a steam room. If they fall on just a drop of water, they can explode and injure anyone present. And cleaning after the incident will be long. Such lamps require special mechanical protection, which often does not justify itself. Do not fit for the steam and gas-discharge lamps - their light is too bright, and the color rendering is substandard. Installing in the steam room any appliances (even if spot lights are waterproof), remember that in any case they will not be harmed by additional protection.

The best protection - wooden trellised lampshades. And that the steam room did not have a striped appearance because of the shadows, point the lamps in the opposite direction, where the matte reflectors will be already installed.

How to make a lamp for a bath with your own hands?

In fashion, now the originality and uniqueness, and those lamps that sell in stores, there is in every third steam room. You can order a ceiling luminaire damp- proof from the designer, but such services will be very expensive. So why not make the lighting device for the steam room with your own hands? It is necessary to take:

1. Wood (the one that went to the internal finish of the bath is perfect).
2. Glass.
3. Plywood.
4. PET film.
5. Mounting glue, superglue.
6. LED lamp.
7. Aluminum insulating tape.
8. Getinaks.

From the plywood, cut out the patterns of the future lamp according to your own taste and desire. Do not forget to try the pattern on the corner where the lamp will be. From the template, make the details of the frame, as well as the vertical slats. Now fasten the parts and slats, grease the joints with glue.

For reliability, you can fix the corners with screws. Cover the glass with a PET film. To fix it, attach special racks to the frame. Now in the program "Word" print a table with cells 3 x 3 cm in size, print it out and attach it to the sheet of getinax. In the places where the lines intersect, drill holes 5 mm under the size of the LED. Now make another deeper drill even deeper, so the light from the lamp will be more directional. After all operations, the paper from the insulation material can be washed off. On the back of the resulting panel, simply glue the LEDs on the superglue. 80 light-emitting diodes solder on 4 pieces, capacity of the unit will pull on 12 Volt. Aluminum scotch will serve as an excellent reflector.

Now you know how important it is to choose the right lighting for a bath. Let the steam room bring you only positive emotions!