1. Ceiling light fixtures
are a great way to add light to any bathroom. For bathrooms measuring
over 100 square feet, supplement your vanity light fixtures with
several down lights or decorative surface-mounted fixtures to brighten
your bathroom.
2. Bathrooms are generally moist, humid rooms.
Because of this, it's important to choose a ceiling light fixture that
is approved by Underwriter's Laboratories (UL) for use in damp locations.
3. Flush-mount bathroom ceiling lights are a good
choice for bathrooms with lower ceilings. They attach directly to the
ceiling with no space between the ceiling and the fixture.
4. To attach semi-flush fixtures to the ceiling, use a short extension that will place the fixture slightly below ceiling level.
5. If your bathroom has a low ceiling, consider
purchasing a flat or recessed ceiling fixture. High ceilings leave more
room for decorative, suspended bathroom light fixtures, which add
volume to the room.
6. If you want to reduce the amount of energy you use in your home, look for ceiling light fixtures with the ENERGY STAR label. ENERGY STAR fixtures use energy more efficiently and cost less to run than other fixtures.
7. Another way to save energy is to use fluorescent
light bulbs. Color-corrective fluorescent lights have up to 10 times
the life of incandescent bulbs, and they emit light tones similar to
those generated by incandescents.
8. Exhaust fans
are a must for bathrooms. They help prevent mold and moisture damage
while maintaining air quality in your home. Choose a bathroom exhaust
fan that meets the Home Ventilation Institute's (HVI) recommendation of
8 air changes per minute for effective removal of humidity and odors.
9. Achieve the most flattering lighting and reduce
glare by using frosted light bulbs or incandescent light bulbs diffused
by glass or plastic.
10. Ceiling light fixtures provide generous
illumination for bathrooms. A quality bathroom ceiling light fixture
can bring much-needed light to your primary grooming area.
