It was not for nothing that the expression “wash before dark” was used in Rus', since in conditions of high humidity it was not possible to install torches or candles, and the windows themselves were always small so that as much heat as possible was not wasted. Currently, the market for lamps in general and lighting for baths in particular is oversaturated with various models, even the most demanding taste will find a product to their liking here.
Peculiarities
There are certain features of conducting lighting and electricity to the bath, a lot depends on the safety of the devices, as well as on other conditions - room temperature and air humidity. To summarize, we can conclude that in the dressing room these parameters are approximately identical to the parameters of the atmosphere that prevails in a bathroom in an ordinary apartment.
If the bath is designed in such a way that enough steam enters the room in front of the steam room itself for it to accumulate or condensate, then during the wiring it is necessary to somehow mark this place on the diagram.
The peculiarity is that here only a model with a waterproof case is suitable for the effective operation of the lighting device.
The modern market has several universal wiring options for laying in rooms with high humidity, they have a specialized design. However, the price of such materials is quite high, which is not beneficial for those who build a small steam room for themselves and their families.
In this regard, there is an alternative solution to the problem based on the fact that the main point that you should pay attention to when wiring electricity, as mentioned earlier, is the temperature and humidity level in the room.
Previously, wiring in such conditions was laid in pre-prepared pipes, they were galvanized and completely covered with thermal insulation. You can use this method now, but the following conditions must also be met:
- when laying pipes, it is necessary to make sure that they are above all containers and pipes with water;
- there are hot elements in the room - stoves or other heating devices, it is necessary to lay electric lighting wires as far as possible from them;
- if the wiring is ordinary in its properties, then before laying it through the pipe, it must be wrapped with a protective layer of fiberglass, the required thickness is about 2 mm.
We must not forget about the switches and sockets that we may need in the dressing room, it is better to install devices with a waterproof housing there.
But in no case should you mount contact and connecting devices in the steam room or in the room in front of it, they must be removed and installed outside - you can in the rest room or locker room.
Varieties
There is a wide range of lighting products on the market, but not every model is suitable for a bath, since not every lighting device can handle the difference in temperature and high humidity in the room.
There are several main types of bath lamps, among them are waterproof, heat-resistant, LED, moisture-resistant, low-voltage, wireless, and so on. Everything must be told in order:
Halogen lamps
The most resistant to high temperatures lamps - halogen. The power of such lamps ranges from 20 to 35 watts, the maximum heating for them will be 400 degrees. An important aspect is that the voltage used by the lamps is not dangerous for people, and their contacts are protected from moisture. In addition, halogen lamps have a pleasant appearance, it is possible to select shades of different colors.
LED lights
LED lamps are one of the most economical and environmentally friendly lighting options, however, it is better to place them as low as possible in the steam room, since they are rather difficult to tolerate heat and moisture. Such lamps are often used as a backlight, they can be placed behind the shelves, they can illuminate the room in various colors, since their spectrum is quite wide.
A room with LEDs will always be well lit, while such lamps do not consume a large amount of electricity.
Elongated tubular LEDs are usually placed on the ceiling, it must be borne in mind that there the concentration of steam and moisture will be maximum, such lamps must be resistant to the specified conditions.
When purchasing waterproof lamps for a bath, several aspects must be considered:
- On the box or frame of the lamp, you need to look at information about how high the degree of protection of this model from moisture is, for this there is a certain international classification; an IP value of 45 or higher will be acceptable.
- In addition to the fact that the lamps must be moisture resistant, they must also be heat resistant - in a steam room, the air temperature can range from 60 to 120 degrees and the lamp must be designed for such temperature fluctuations; well, for ceiling models, the standards are even higher, since they need to work at temperatures up to 300 degrees Celsius.
It is important that the fixtures are airtight, otherwise moisture or water can get inside the fixture and disrupt its operation. Good sealants are rubber and silicone.
fiber optic lamps
The best waterproof lamps can be called fiber optic lamps. When purchasing a fiber optic lighting device, you can be sure of its moisture resistance, even without paying attention to the protection factor. This is possible due to the specific properties of the material, it is able to pass through itself only light waves, but not electricity. Such lamps can also be used in water tanks and swimming pools.
Also, the advantage of these lamps will be a rather soft light, which will help create a cozy atmosphere and relax.
Just like LEDs, fiber optic lamps consume a fairly small amount of energy and have a long service life.
Models
When choosing different models of fixtures, you also need to start from where exactly it will be installed, temperature and humidity are also decisive factors that are based on when looking for a suitable option.
If the light needs to be carried out in the steam room, then, most importantly, do not install it in a potentially dangerous place - near the heating elements. A good option would be to place it on the ceiling or at the junction of walls.
Such placement is often underestimated, but in vain: the corner lamp will not only fit well into the interior, but will not interfere with people sitting in the steam room and touch their heads.
Models of horizontal fixtures at the junction of the ceiling and walls can also be called quite a suitable option. A decorative screen for a corner or horizontal type of fixtures can be purchased at a store or you can make it yourself, then you can additionally install an LED strip in the corner of the steam room, and fix it to the wall with a non-combustible material.
By itself, the LED strip will look very advantageous in the bath, besides, it is quite insensitive to high temperatures and does not require a lot of electricity to use.
If you want to be creative in decorating the rooms in the bath, then you can make some lighting elements with your own hands. However, it should be understood here that this is not about self-assembly of an electrical appliance, but rather about decorating an existing one by creating additional elements. The interior of the steam room is often dominated by wooden materials, so making a lattice or lampshade from wood will be a suitable stylistic solution.
Such wooden lampshades will not even have an aesthetic function, but rather protect wall lamps from damage and direct water ingress. In addition, with the help of a lattice, the lighting will be softer, diffused - it will become even more comfortable and pleasant to be in the room. You should not worry about the material for the manufacture of such decorative elements, it is quite possible to use the remains that were not thrown away after facing the walls or ceilings of the bath, this will also help maintain a single style concept.
However, if there is a desire to fill the steam room with aromas that promote relaxation and detachment from everyday problems, you can make an antique lampshade from larch or cedar, besides, these materials are also quite strong and durable.
In order to make a lampshade or grille on your own, you need to have elements for the frame and several small rails that will be fixed on top and bottom of the finished product. Of course, when making a lamp, there are certain points that you should pay attention to:
- The size of the lamp itself will dictate the length of the rail for the lampshade, and there should not be any sharp corners, they need to be sanded or rounded, this is necessary in terms of safety, as well as to give a more aesthetic appearance to the product.
- The shape and type of the lattice will vary depending on the size of the lamp itself, for example, if we need a frame for a wall lamp, then it should be made in the form of a semicircle or rectangle; the lattice for the corner lamp will be made in the form of a trapezoid.
- It is best to fix such lamps on self-tapping screws, but, from the point of view of safety, they must be hidden inside so that they do not cause harm when heated.
When illuminating other rooms in the bath, you can use lamps with less stringent characteristics; traditionally, the dressing room is decorated with a chandelier, which is located in the middle of the ceiling or several lamps that are installed directly into the ceiling itself.
Modern models of chandeliers and lamps, stylized antique or the chosen concept, will look harmonious, such lamps can literally become a bright accent in the interior of the room.
materials
There are various lamps on the market that can be installed in a sauna or bath, and if a model has already been selected, then you need to think about the material from which such a device will be made.
Increasing popularity of indoor lighting Himalayan salt. It is a material formed at the bottom of a dried-up lake about two hundred and fifty million years ago. Such salt is unique in that it contains more than 90 minerals, and when heated, it releases particles that have a beneficial effect on human health.
It is thanks to these properties of Himalayan salt that they began to use it in baths and saunas, and because of its high density, salt became a building material - bricks are made from it, used as a decorative element or as a steam generator.
Popular and Himalayan salt lamps, but often for baths it rather acts as an independent building element, the walls of such salt create the effect of the sea coast when the room is heated. Such vapors contribute to the prevention and treatment of bronchitis and even asthma, negative salt ions contribute to air disinfection.
Any products made from Himalayan salt emit ions, however, at certain temperatures - more than 60 degrees Celsius, the air will be more saturated with useful substances.
It is also necessary to comply with the conditions for the required humidity in the room - no more than 50%, since, otherwise, the salt will absorb water, and this will be ineffective.
It is for this reason that the use of Himalayan salt is more beneficial for a private bath, which is not designed for a large flow of visitors, in which the material cannot quickly become damp. Even in an ordinary Russian steam room, you need to thoroughly ventilate the room after each use, wait for the walls to dry so that the salt does not lose its properties.
In general, the shell from which the lamp is made is very important, as it has several main functions: protecting the light source from harmful effects, making the light softer by scattering it, which makes the steam room cozy. All these criteria are met by a lamp made of wood, it has undeniable advantages:
- a wooden lamp will go well with the decor of the steam room, with walls and ceilings, as they are often also made of wood;
- it is possible, by making such a lamp with your own hands, to endow it with an interesting shape, to perform with a beautiful ornament;
- quite pleasant to the touch.
A ceramic lamp can also be installed in the recreation area, that is, its base will be made of this temperature-resistant material.
You can use glass to decorate bath lighting, but you should not place such lamps in the steam room itself - this is unsafe.
Accommodation options
As mentioned earlier, there are a fairly large number of different fixtures suitable for installation in baths and saunas. But each room has its own differences, respectively, and the lighting for them is selected according to the appropriate parameters:
in the steam room
In order to install the lamp in the steam room, you must first carefully approach its choice. The thing is that this, one might say, is the main room in the bath, it is saturated with steam, moisture and hot air. All these factors affect the selection of a lamp, not every model meets such characteristics. In addition, too bright and contrasting lighting also does not speak in favor of certain types of lamps; for the holy of holies, a bath needs soft light to help you relax.
Since the steam room has its own special microclimate, you can install a lamp in it only on the very top of the wall or at the joints - in the corners. This is due to the fact that the ceiling and walls are one of the coolest surfaces in the steam room, moreover, this arrangement can be called convenient, the light streams from behind and does not strain the eyes of those who are relaxing in the bath. You can install fiber-optic lamps, then the lighting will definitely be soft and diffused, this will help you relax.
An important point is that such lamps have a high level of protection and are quite safe in rooms with high temperatures.
You can also choose LED lamps, they are heat-resistant, have several lighting modes and rich colors, you can easily save energy with them, and besides, LEDs have a long service life. But in any case, the lamps must be covered with a protective frame or a heat-resistant shade; also, to create an entourage and additional protection, you can cover the light with a beautifully designed wooden grate.
Inside the bath, if the lamps are mounted on the ceiling, they must withstand a temperature of 250 degrees, but if on the wall, then less - at least 100 degrees Celsius.
Such lamps are made of heat-resistant material, ceramic or porcelain, the body is additionally strengthened, making it airtight.
In the washing
Unlike the steam room, in the washing room, on the contrary, it is necessary to hold a bright and powerful light, since this room is not intended for relaxation, it is necessary in order to wash after the steam room. It is for this purpose that the light in the sink is set to be contrasting and sharp, but it still should not hit the face of a person in the room.
But here you also need to be careful, this room has a source of moisture, you need to protect the lamps and wires from accidental contact with water. The switch should be located outside the washing room, in order to prevent water from entering there, for the same purpose, all lamps will have protective waterproof frames or shades.
In the dressing room
In the dressing room, lighting can be made practically anything, since the room does not have any special temperature drops and moisture concentrations. The classic option would be a chandelier in the center of the room or several lamps that are mounted on the ceiling. The light from such lamps is bright, but does not hurt the eyes and generally creates a fairly comfortable atmosphere in the room.
It is also possible to style the dressing room in a certain manner, then the lamps can be placed on the wall and made according to the general concept of the interior.
In the rest room
In the rest room, as well as in the dressing room, there is a certain humidity coefficient, so when installing lamps there, you need to be sure that they will have a protection class of at least 1. Lamps for such rooms are quite ordinary, from 75 to 100 watts , you can also install ordinary ceiling lamps or sconces.
For a sauna, in general, the same temperature difference is typical for lighting, it is worth paying attention to the classification of the international level of protection, make sure that the lamps are heat-resistant, heat-resistant and sealed.
Which lamp to choose and how to install?
Experts agree that in order to make lighting in the bath, you should not choose fluorescent lamps, as they are not resistant to high temperatures and humidity.
It is better to choose halogen or LED lamps, a fiber optic lamp is also suitable, but all this must be secured with a protective cover. In the dressing room, you can use two lamps at once with parallel inclusions of the light source to add brightness to the room lighting.
The owner of a real Russian bath may think: does everything need to be done in it with a margin of thermal strength, as for a sauna? After all, in principle, it would be possible to save money if we take into account exclusively traditional bathing conditions for Russians ...
Russian bath: how does its condition affect the lamps?
But before we deal with the issue of savings, let's just go through the main characteristics of our national bath regime and see what requirements they put forward for steam room lamps.
An increase in air temperature automatically increases the perspiration of a person. This is an ancient mechanism of self-cooling of the body, which requires that the released moisture evaporate, taking with it excess thermal energy. But In order for water to evaporate, the air needs to be dry enough.. The more water vapor is already in the air, the more difficult it is for water to evaporate from the skin (the air, as it were, is already clogged with other water molecules).
If water from an overheated human body cannot evaporate, the body begins to suffer from heat stroke. First of all, the cardiovascular system suffers.
So. Russian bath does not overheat a person, because the whole bath procedure is built on an excess of water vapor. Enough 40-60
degrees to steam with light, that is, fine steam. We wrote a lot about this when we talked about stoves, if you are interested, read it.
Steam in a Russian bath is obtained from stones heated to several hundred degrees, therefore starting steam temperature above one hundred degrees. It rises to the ceiling where it forms a cloud, a steam cake. Here the temperature will be higher, but still not as high as in the sauna.
The characteristic vapor excess is quantified as 50-55% humidity.
It is clear that in such conditions, the electrician is more vulnerable to moisture than high temperature- 40-60 degrees are not critical for wire insulation, calculated, say, by 70 degrees, but high humidity makes higher demands on the moisture protection of electrical appliances, including lamps.
IMPORTANT! Yes, in fact, in the steam room, all electricity should be reduced exclusively to lamps, and switches, sockets, transformers, power supplies and wiring should be located exclusively outside!
In practice, the moisture protection of luminaires is reduced to ensuring their tightness. For this, they are used gaskets between the ceiling and the base.
ADVICE! The silicone gasket is considered the best for the duration of operation.
As for the influence of temperature, it can be reduced if the lighting is not on the ceiling, but on the walls, and better below the level of the steam cake, although this applies primarily to LED lamps or strips.
Varieties of designs
A large variety of designs in this case is not to be expected. This is due operating conditions. Read a lot of material about bath lighting, with an analysis of all the components.
All models that you find (or try to make yourself) will consist of a durable, moisture-resistant, heat-resistant base (the best in this regard is the base ceramic), inside which the cartridge is attached, as well as a cap that is screwed on from above, closes the lamp from splashes and scatters light through frosted (most often) glass.
Depending on whether how exactly is the cartridge fixed, the light bulb can either lie on one side of the base (this gives elongated oval or round, relatively flat shapes of shades, something like a cabochon, if you know this shape of cutting),
or be perpendicular to it (plafond - a protruding, elongated flask-cylinder),
or mounted at an angle, which repeats the previous form with one difference - the ceiling is tilted.
There is also an L-shaped design, in which the lamp is installed vertically in a cylindrical cap, some distance away from the wall due to the base.
The manufacturer can supply a standard cartridge E27, Suitable for incandescent, LED and halogen lamps. And can put non-standard, for example, E14- this moment must be controlled and, when buying, specify whether the lamps that you were going to put are suitable for this particular lamp.
The plafond can be transparent or matte, be made from glass or plastic. Plastic, of course, does not give such fragments as glass, but its use at high temperatures undesirable. This is where almost the only moment of choice for a Russian bath is concluded - at its temperatures it is quite cost-effective to install plastic.
IMPORTANT! In all other respects, the lamps for the steam room are sharpened for moisture protection, which is just essential for a Russian bath.
Why is it better to take heat-resistant ones for a Russian bath?
Once again, we list what makes the lamp heat-resistant:
- ceramic base;
- glass cover (borosilicate glass);
- RKGM or PRKS wire in organosilicon insulation.
However glass And ceramics they also do not react to water in any way, they do not deteriorate from it. That is, the properties overlap, and you can take a heat-resistant lamp for a steam room without much thought. Is it to save on plastic, if it really will be cheaper, by the way. Well, on the wires, putting a wire with PVC insulation.
But we will give one argument that will make even this economy unnecessary. The fact is that there are not so many devout traditionalists in relation to the Russian bath, basically habit rules, who is accustomed to what by family, social circle ... And this can be very different from the above figures for temperature and humidity.
In addition, many opt for iron stove, which, without lining and other manipulations that reduce its heat transfer, is simply unable to create the conditions of a Russian bathhouse.
Therefore, the real heat in the steam room, which the owner sincerely considers Russian, can be like in a sauna. And this moment of conviction cannot be changed in any way. Therefore, there is no need to be smart, sharpening the electrician under impossible (for a steam room with an iron stove - iron impossible) conditions.
What can you buy in the store
On sale you can find a variety of models at prices from hundreds before several thousand rubles. Not always the base is made of ceramics, not always the ceiling is made of borosilicate glass. Some models are clearly not intended at all to put in a steam room, but they can fit on the porch or in the dressing room, some are good for washing.
We repeat - for a steam room you need a simple waterproof luminaire with a protection class of at least IP44. For tightness, it has a gasket made of rubber or silicone. The foundation won't be made neither wood nor plastic. A transparent or matte part, if it is made of plastic, then some temperature guarantees(check with the seller).
If you don’t want to deal with all the assortment that will be offered to you in the store, first decide on a budget - Russian lamps for a steam room in a bath are several times cheaper than foreign ones. Some of them are made as analogues of the most popular foreign models.
For those who decide that the margin of thermal resistance of lighting will not hurt him at all, you can read our review of sauna models made in.
Video instructions for home craftsmen: do-it-yourself bath lamps
An interesting video that demonstrates from and to the process of self-manufacturing a lamp of their Chinese LEDs (by the way, a full-fledged article in which we talk about LEDs can be found at):
And this video is literally a guide to the correct installation of lighting fixtures in the steam room:
The author of this video will share with you ideas, but not master classes for their implementation:
For more information, see the sections about, and.
Express your opinion in the comments, share your experience with other readers - it's always interesting.
In contact with
When choosing a lamp for a bath or sauna, it should be understood that for a steam room this is not only a source of lighting, but also a way to create a relaxing atmosphere that is typical for this room. Therefore, when buying conventional or LED lamps for a sauna or bath, you need to pay attention not only to their technical characteristics, but also to their appearance, but also to the brightness of the light stream. Remember that too bright light will not allow you to relax normally, and too dark can cause trouble. Ideally, the device should give a warm light with a slight yellow tint.
Today we will talk about LED and not only lamps for baths and saunas, about the features of the placement, you will also learn how to make a stylish lamp with your own hands and see photos of lighting models for baths.
Basic safety requirements
To ensure your safety while taking a sauna and bath, as well as to protect others, the lamps in the bath and sauna must be reliably protected from moisture, for this they are equipped with shades and are made of stainless material. Of course, in terms of aesthetics, it will not look very nice, but you will be calm in terms of safety. As a decor, you can use wooden grilles for lamps. The main characteristics that any lighting device, both LED and conventional, used in a bath or sauna should have, are:
- high quality of the product;
- resistance to high temperatures over 100-120 degrees;
- resistance to high humidity.
Lighting devices are installed in baths and saunas, as a rule, under the ceiling, so remember that the higher the temperature they can withstand, the better.
Classification of lamps for saunas
Suitable for baths and saunas what types of lamps:
- appliances equipped with incandescent lamps;
- LED lights;
- fiber optic lighting systems.
Now let's look at each of these types in more detail.
Features of lighting baths and saunas with devices with incandescent lamps
Remember that in such lamps the body must be able to withstand 
For baths and saunas, incandescent lamps of no more than 60 W should be used, and lamps with higher power get very hot and pose a danger. Please note that in the sauna and bath, the wooden walls are already well heated from the stove, and a lamp that is too hot can cause a fire.
LED lamps for lighting devices in the bath and sauna
Unlike conventional lamps, LED lamps have the following advantages:
- reliability;
- safety;
- also LED lamps are more economical;
- moisture resistant.
Some LED lamps will be safe even if water gets in. However, LED lights also have a disadvantage- it's too bright light. But if you install LED devices correctly and choose them correctly, there will be nothing wrong with such brightness.
Some models of LED lighting fixtures can change the brightness of the light stream and even its shade and are equipped with a special control panel. This will make taking a sauna or bath even more memorable. In addition, you can set the starry sky effect and other color effects.
Another disadvantage of LED lamps is the rather high cost.
Description of fiber optic lighting systems for saunas and baths
Fiber Optic Lighting Systems completely safe regardless of the application environment. Their peculiarity lies in the fact that the optical fiber is capable of conducting only waves of light, and not electrics. Thanks to these characteristics, they can be installed anywhere, for example, at the bottom of the pool in the sauna, and thus create an unusual light effect while bathing.
The key characteristics of fiber optic systems are:
- the ability to withstand temperatures up to 200 degrees;
- unsharp light, which allows you to relax as much as possible;
- profitability;
- durability;
- ease of installation.
If you choose between classic lighting, LED and fiber optic, then the last option will be the most ideal, the first - the most economical.
How to place the lamps in the bath
After you have decided on the type of lighting device, you need to install it. In each of the rooms of the sauna or bath installation must be done differently. Let's find out exactly how.
How to install lighting in the steam room
The most important rule when installing lighting in a sauna steam room is not to put the lighting device in the wrong place, that is, next to the stove, regardless of heat resistance and ability to withstand high temperatures.
You can put lamps in other places, it all depends on your imagination. The most optimal option is lamps above the ceiling, but they should be installed so that none of those sitting on the shelves of the bath and sauna hit their heads against them.
Sometimes lamps are placed in the corner, since they are rarely used, this place is also suitable. You can also place a horizontal device at the junction of the ceiling and wall. You can also make a corner decorative screen and stick the LED strip on a non-combustible base.
Devices equipped with a ceramic base are suitable for the Finnish sauna, while others can quickly fail. But for a classic Russian bath, you can take any device made of heat-resistant material, while the base should be sufficient for use in high humidity, it is best when it is made of the following materials:
- stainless steel;
- aluminum;
- heat resistant plastic.
Installation of lamps in the sink
This part of the sauna and bath is not as hot as in the steam room, but there is a high enough level of humidity that, in combination with electrical appliances, can be dangerous. Therefore, choose appliances of the same protection class as for the bathroom. Wash room divided into three zones on the use of luminaires of different protection classes:
- the first zone is the immediate proximity to the water source, so water can enter the device in unlimited quantities. Devices must have a power of 12 V and a protection class of at least the fifth;
- the second zone - 60 cm from the water source, the protection class of the device - from 4 and above;
- the third zone is relatively dry. Required class - 1 and above.
Some saunas and baths are equipped with a room such as a relaxation room. Sometimes the level of humidity rises here, so the lighting fixtures that you put here must have at least a minimum moisture protection class.
Now let's find out what should the light be in one or another room of the bath or sauna:
- in the steam room, the light should be diffused; LEDs and diffused light LED strips are suitable for this. The devices themselves should be placed on the ceiling, on the backs and lower shelves;
- in the washing room, the light should be quite pronounced, but not sharp;
- in the rest room, it is desirable to install devices with different light intensities and directions and place them according to the zoning principle.
How to make a lamp for a bath with your own hands
Probably, everyone wants every thing in the interior of a sauna or bath to be unique and exclusive. Of course, you can find something original and unique on sale, but such a pleasure will be very expensive.
Therefore, if you dream of an exclusive model of a bath lamp, but are not ready to pay a lot of money for it, make it yourself.
For work you will need the following materials:
- wood left over from the interior decoration of the bath;
- glass;
- plywood;
- PET film with a temperature range of at least 120 degrees;
- LEDs;
- electrical insulating material Getinaks;
- aluminum tape;
- mounting adhesive;
- Super glue.
Now let's get to work:
If it will be difficult to make a lighting fixture for a sauna or bath on your own, then choose brand name products that have proven themselves positively in the market. For example, Tylo and Harvia, manufacturers of heat-resistant lamps from Finland, guarantee excellent quality. They are not cheap, but this will be the best solution for the steam room.
But for other bath rooms, you can choose lamps that are more modest in terms of cost and characteristics. There are many companies that offer good products at reasonable prices, many of them are domestic manufacturers. But when choosing, focus primarily not on the brand, but on the technical characteristics of the product. So you can choose the best lighting fixtures for your sauna.
Lamps in the bath and sauna
No building is complete without lighting. In recent years, heat-resistant LED strip for baths has become increasingly used.
Some people think that building a bath is very easy. But in fact, this is a complex process that requires certain knowledge. With the wrong approach to construction and equipment, the bathhouse will no longer be as comfortable as it was intended, and it will not be possible to relax in it with the highest quality.
LED strip in the bath makes the interior more spectacular
Visiting the steam room is difficult to compare with other types of recreation. This is not only a very pleasant, but also a useful procedure. Nowadays, rest in the bath is very popular, so many people try to put these structures on their suburban areas. Even if the cottage has all the amenities, the bath will not be superfluous. Only there you can get relax and relieve the load of worries.
But in order to create a comfortable environment in the bath, you need to try hard. Today, many interesting and easy solutions are used. A huge role is played by the design of the room, where it is very important to pay attention to lighting.
The use of LED strip in the bath not only creates interesting lighting effects, but also increases its illumination. When choosing lighting fixtures for a bath, you need to be extremely careful. This is important, as high humidity and constant temperature changes can lead to a short circuit and failure of the lighting. Therefore, you should be as careful as possible in this matter and choose only those elements that are suitable for rooms with high humidity.
The advantage of the LED strip is that it is not afraid of moisture. One of the modern, but very convenient solutions is to use an LED strip in the bath. Nowadays, such lighting devices are used in various areas, but they are ideal for a bath. The thing is that the tape is absolutely not afraid of water and is easy to install. The result is a beautiful design of any premises from the dressing room to the steam room.
Features of lighting in the bath
Premises of this type are often built without windows. This is due to the need to restrain certain temperatures indoors. High-quality lighting in the bath must be mandatory in all rooms, since there are no natural light sources here.
The wiring in the bath must be isolated One of the convenient options for creating lighting is the LED strip for baths and saunas, which is made in such a way that all wiring is completely isolated, and numerous light bulbs are protected from external factors. As a result, even at very high humidity and temperature, the lighting will work perfectly.
Important! Using an LED strip near water sources is not dangerous, which cannot be said about ordinary lamps.
A feature of lighting made from LED lamps is that there is a huge scope for creativity. You can create whole compositions from a flexible tape, and a variety of colors allows you to even better decorate each room in the bath. Manufacturers claim that their products are absolutely safe for use in rooms with high humidity and sudden temperature changes. Tapes with LEDs can be used in the steam room, and in the shower room, and in the room where the pool is located, and in the relaxation room.
LED strip can be of various shades 
LED lighting can be used even in the pool The advantage of LED strips
A great difficulty in the construction of a bath is that it requires the use of special devices that can endure harsh operating conditions. If the equipment is not chosen correctly, the lighting will often have to be changed, as the lamps will quickly fail. But do not forget about safety. In the best case, the lamp will simply go out, in the worst case it may burst, and this is fraught with injury by small pieces of glass, and it can also shock a person. This is a very important point that must be taken into account when arranging rooms where high humidity is planned. Poor quality or improperly selected equipment can cause personal injury or even death.
With an LED strip in the bath, you can not be afraid that people who will rest in peace will be shocked. Such lighting devices are able to withstand any level of humidity. Even if the tape starts to be watered, nothing will happen to it. Given the high level of moisture resistance of the tape with LED elements, such a device is recommended even for creating pool lighting. But in order to use the lighting device underwater, you need to purchase a device with a special marking indicating a high level of water resistance.
LED lighting can be placed in the bath shelves 
LED strip can be placed behind the shelves The big plus of the LED strip is that it is not only moisture-resistant, but also heat-resistant, so the lighting will withstand very high temperatures. Moreover, heat-resistant tapes last for a very long time with minimal energy consumption.
Thanks to such equipment, you can create a unique interior in any room of the bath. This will make the rest more comfortable, and the time spent in the bath will be remembered for a long time.
Using the LED strip, you can diversify the interior of the steam room, create interesting effects, for example, by placing it behind the wooden wall panels
It should be noted! With low power consumption, the diode tapes in the bath give out a lot of light.
Rules for installing LED strip in the bath
Before you start working on the lighting of each room, you need to figure out which type of device is suitable in a particular case. For each room, tapes with a specific marking must be selected.
Almost all lighting devices of this type have a high level of moisture resistance. But if the tape is planned to be used underwater, you should opt for certain products that are designed specifically for such cases. As for the steam room, it is also worth choosing special equipment for this room. The thing is that ordinary LED strips work normally only at a temperature of -30 ... + 50 ° С. Higher or lower values can cause equipment failure.
For a bath, you should choose a heat-resistant LED strip In the steam room, the temperature regime can reach +120 ° C, so you need a special heat-resistant LED strip for the bath, which will withstand work in such conditions. It costs a little more than usual, but its purchase will be profitable, since the lighting will not have to be constantly changed due to breakdowns.
Installation of the tape itself can occur on any part of the wall, ceiling or floor.
When installing equipment, it should be borne in mind that such lighting devices do not consume much energy, but require high-quality wiring, like any other lamps. Therefore, even at the construction stage of the bath, special attention should be paid to the issue of choosing an electric cable. Then it must be properly installed and insulated from moisture and high temperatures.
LED strip saves electricity Experts recommend mounting heat-resistant tapes for baths and saunas so that the switches are located in other rooms. This will reduce the risk of electric shock. It is best if the switches are located in the rest room, where, as a rule, there is neither water nor excessively high temperatures.
Each lighting fixture requires a power supply. It is also recommended to place it away from temperature differences and moisture. It must be taken into account that one unit is enough to serve 5 m of LED strip. Most often, just such a skein comes with a power supply. It is not worth increasing the length of the tape, as this can damage the lighting device. There must be a cap at the end of each LED strip. Particular attention should be paid to those tapes that will be located in the washing room, steam room and in the pool. The slightest mistake can lead to serious injury and even tragedy.
By itself, installing a heat-resistant and moisture-resistant LED strip in a bath is not considered a difficult job. But it must be done efficiently and accurately so that the lighting fixture decorates the room, and does not cause trouble. Of all the types of devices that can be used to light a bath, a heat-resistant LED strip is considered one of the safest options. This is a good solution for bringing creative ideas to life.
Choosing a lamp in the steam room
In order to correctly choose and buy a waterproof lamp for a bath, we suggest that you familiarize yourself with our specially prepared material. In this article, using the word bath, we will mean a certain collective image bath-sauna-hamam and dwell on their differences when necessary.
It is well known that LEDs that are so popular today require high-quality heat dissipation, so the use of conventional LED lamps in a steam room is impossible. The Center for New Technologies CNT-Group offers special models, both LED and light bulbs, with a sealed housing that can withstand temperatures up to 110 °.
However, even such LED lamps have their endurance limit, so if you buy lighting for a public bath or any daily operated where lighting devices are exposed to heat every day for 8-10 hours a day, then only the option of a lamp made of ceramics or heat-resistant plastic with a ceiling and an E27 base for a conventional incandescent lamp or a similar halogen lamp is suitable for you. Such lamps are in our assortment and we will talk about them further.
If the purchase is intended for a private bath or sauna, then any of our products will suit you perfectly. However, it must be remembered that lighting fixtures should not be placed near the stove. Streams of excessively hot air will quickly render them unusable.
Why doesn't it make sense to spend a lot of money on buying lamps in the steam room? The answer is simple and it is based on the very specifics of such lighting - in a bath steam room or in a sauna, light should exist exclusively in the background! The lamp should not be a key element of the interior and it is not appropriate for the light to hit your eyes in whatever place you are and no matter how you turn around. It should shine as unobtrusively as possible, because you are completely immersed in a hot air bath and all your thoughts and feelings are occupied only by this process.
Let's do a simple experiment. Can you remember at least one lamp that you have ever seen in a steam room? I guess the answer is no. Do you remember the chandelier in the theater you visited? Probably yes. And it is right! Because everything has its place and its priorities. The price of an LED waterproof lamp for a bath should always be reasonable. In which part there should be beautiful and, perhaps, memorable lamps, you will read further. After you have built a bath on the site, fill it with light.
Features of lighting in baths and saunas
The bath should be divided into four zones: three internal and one external. These will be a steam room, a shower room, a relaxation room and outdoor lighting for the bath. It is necessary to select lamps based on the characteristics of each of them. A separate approach to the choice of lighting in the bath will give the best result both in terms of comfort and convenience, and in terms of your safety.
Features of lighting baths and saunas completely depend on the characteristics of the places in which the lamps will be located. So...
Steam zone
Peculiarities:
The temperature regime is the highest.
Humidity is the highest.
Illumination is average.
shower area
Peculiarities:
Humidity is the highest.
Illumination is average.
Rest zone
Peculiarities:
The temperature regime is normal.
Humidity is average.
Illumination - medium, highest.
Outdoor lighting baths and saunas
Peculiarities:
The temperature regime is normal.
Humidity is the highest.
Illumination is average.
Consider the modes of temperature and humidity in various types of baths and saunas.
Russian bath. For comfortable conditions for steaming, the air temperature in a Russian bath should be about 70-80 degrees Celsius. At a humidity level of 70%, the temperature should not exceed 90°, but at a humidity of 30%, the heating of the air masses can reach 110°. These are difficult conditions not only for a person, but the lamp must also be ready for such an exposure regime.
Finnish sauna. Conditions in the sauna are characterized by low air humidity and high temperature. Use a heat-resistant light in the sauna. We will not dwell on who tolerates what conditions better, but we note that in a sauna a temperature of 80 to 110 degrees has a much longer effect on the room and its elements than in a bath. The humidity index will fluctuate within 10-20%.
Hamam or Turkish bath. Hamam differs fundamentally from the Russian bath in both temperature and humidity conditions. There will be no heat in the hammam above 50°C with humidity reaching almost 100% in the form of thick steam. Such conditions can be considered the most comfortable for a person. And not only for humans, but also for lamps, because it is not difficult to ensure moisture protection in modern lighting products, and the temperature regime here turns out to be quite standard.
Buy a lamp for a bath with delivery in Moscow
The maximum load on the bath lamp from the influence of the external environment is the steam room. Not every light source can withstand high temperatures, while maintaining all its properties. The degree of protection against moisture penetration should also be at the proper level, waterproof lamps for baths and saunas have an indicator of at least IP54. You can buy a lamp in the bath in our online store.
For a steam room, the best light will be the light scattered by a special ceiling light, or reflected. Wooden wall decoration will always help to make the light of any lamp as natural and pleasing to the eye as possible. Available models of corner lamps for the sauna and wall lamps for the steam room. Based on the foregoing, the most appropriate lamps for the steam room there will be the following options:
=> Special LED luminaire IP54 or IP65, temperature resistant up to +100°.
=> An incandescent lamp with a power of not more than 60 W or, better, a similar halogen lamp with a conventional base, placed in a special lamp with a frosted shade.
=> A combined version of the two above, which, on the one hand, will allow you to diversify the lighting scenario and get interchangeability, and on the other hand, if you want to reach the limiting temperature, it will make it possible to switch from LED lamps to halogen ones in order to save the resource of the former. You will need a two-button switch.
Note. It is impossible to use incandescent or halogen lamps with a power of more than 60 watts due to their strong heating. Such lamps also cannot be used without a protective cover, so as not to break, and if the lamp breaks, to avoid injury.
If, after purchasing a lamp for the sauna, you want to hide it behind a decorative wooden lattice, then you can make it yourself according to your own preliminary sketch, order it from a carpenter or buy it at the construction market or at the appropriate store. Buying an LED lamp for a steam room often means that there is no need for additional accessories.
Shower area characterized by high humidity. It is not difficult for modern lamps to protect themselves from this type of external influence. After the selected lamp meets the water resistance parameter, you will only have to decide on its design.
The shower room is the only place in the bath where, most likely, you should definitely use cold white light with fairly good illumination, for which a two-gang switch is also possible. White light, along with running water, will allow you to tone up faster, as well as see yourself in the most appropriate lighting for this, admire a healthy blush and fix your hair.
The main choice here is also likely to be non-LED lighting. And the most important thing, before you buy a lamp for a bath, will be the correct and thoughtful arrangement of lighting fixtures.
The main requirements for lamps for steam rooms of baths and saunas are functionality and quality. But in the rest room and on the outdoor lighting of the bath building itself, you can fully give free rein to your fantasies. We definitely believe that lamps are excellent accessories for baths and saunas.
Rest zone is a place of complete comfort. Your overall impression of visiting the bathhouse largely depends on how you feel during your vacation. Therefore, with the arrangement of the rest room, everything is a little more complicated. And we are talking not only about the location of the bar with soft drinks, although its illumination also needs to be taken care of.
In this room, light of different intensities, consisting of at least two lighting modes, can be very useful. When you just want to relax after a juniper or birch broom, it is advisable to turn on subdued diffused light, and if you want to read a book or chat with friends, the lighting should be brighter.
Given the fact that the rest room does not have critical modes, the choice of lighting fixtures can be based solely on your taste. However, compliance with basic safety requirements when placing lighting equipment is mandatory.
Due to the fact that most often the bath is visited in the evening, it is very important to complement the surroundings with the right outdoor lighting. The lighting of the canopy above the entrance, the entrance to the bath itself, as well as wall elements is not only an excellent design, style and atmospheric solution, but also an important element of safety and ease of movement. The choice of lamps for outdoor lighting of the house depends on the material from which it is built, the location of windows, height and other structural elements.
With the help of special lamps with a democratic price, installed from below and directed along the walls at a certain angle, you can very beautifully highlight and emphasize individual elements of the facade. Flood lighting can also be arranged with the appropriate selection of lighting fixtures and based on the canons of architectural design. And if paved paths lead to your free-standing bathhouse and it is possible to supply electricity, then it would be right to arrange the illumination of this path.
Loading...