Bathroom Lighting Zones 18th Edition

This means that when installed correctly the product should prevent ingress of water and remain safe for use without the potential to cause harm to the end user i e.

Bathroom lighting zones 18th edition.

Why do bathroom lights have an ip rating. Zone 1 for a bathroom is the same width as zone 0 the width of the bath extending to 2 25m above the finished floor level. The lower the zone number the higher the ip rating needs to be. These areas must have a particular.

Bathroom lighting lighting needs to be functional but can also be adaptable for mood setting. The following list provides an overview of the main changes within the 18th edition iet wiring regulations publishing 2 july 2018. If there is a likelihood of water jets being used for cleaning purposes a minimum of ipx5 is required. For make up application and shaving it s best to have a bright light but if relaxing for a soak in the tub you ll want to be sure you can dim the lights.

Zone 2 extends horizontally 60cm from the edge of zone 1 shown pink in the diagram. Zone 1 is the area directly above the bathtub to a height of 2 25m above floor level yellow in the diagram. Any fitting used in this zone must be low voltage max 12v and be rated at least ip67 which is total immersion proof. This section contains only minor changes including modifications to regulation 715 524 201.

Enclosed and water protected. According to the iet 18th edition wiring regulations section 701 it is necessary to install ventilation products that meet a minimum of ipx4 in zones 1 and 2 of a bathroom. This means that you can install a 230 v light fitting above a shower or bath as long as they have a rating of at least ipx4 i e. Section 715 extra low voltage lighting installations.

For example zone 0 covers areas inside baths or showers. Zone 0 is inside the bath or shower itself. The circuit in this zone i e. Zone 0 is the area inside the bathtub.

Shown green in the diagram. There are 3 bathroom zones that have been identified by the 18th edition iet wiring regulations and all applicable british standards. Regulations are very strict as to which lights you are able to use in a bathroom and to complicate matters bathrooms have different zones which determine what type of light you may use within that zone. Zone 1 for a shower room is 2 25m.

When thinking about lighting for your bathroom it is important to think about the below bathroom zones to ensure the lighting you want can be installed in your desired location. Wall lights look better if they are hard wired into the wall with tiles laid over the top. Zone 0 is defined as any area in a bathroom that can hold water. The bathroom zone number refers to the amount of water likely to be present.

Selv with the transformer located beyond zone 2. Note this is measured from the floor level not the interior of the bath.