Many of us do not consider the importance of good bathroom lighting. The bath is usually one of the smallest rooms in a home yet it is used by every family member numerous times a day. This area needs proper lighting for applying makeup, shaving, styling hair and daily hygiene tasks.

There are three types of light sources that should be considered when looking for bathroom lighting: task, ambient and accent lighting. Task lighting is basically a light source that helps illuminate the area during tasks such as shaving and makeup application and removal. These lights are best used in conjunction with the mirror and the shower area.

You will want your task lighting to be even and not shadow-producing. Light fixtures on each side of the mirror offers the best light source without casting shadows. If you can not utilize side lights, overhead lighting can be used as long as the bulbs are around 150 watts and there are at least three lights to distribute shadow-free lighting.

Recessed bathroom lighting for mirrors is not a good idea because they will cast shadows. If your shower area does not have a glass stall, recessed lighting works well. You will want a glass lens over the recessed light. These are also useful for over the toilet.

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