ateliersiegel5 Dec 2022 11:20.... I love brightness and would like to have a light fixture above the shower.
It is clear and sensible that electricity and water must be kept separate.
My plan is to cover the electrical components – including the LED bulb – with an acrylic glass enclosure, so that even if someone directs the shower spray upwards, there would reliably be no contact.
Does anyone know where I can find the regulations, or how I can find out exactly what is actually prohibited?
It is clear and sensible that electricity and water must be kept separate.
My plan is to cover the electrical components – including the LED bulb – with an acrylic glass enclosure, so that even if someone directs the shower spray upwards, there would reliably be no contact.
Does anyone know where I can find the regulations, or how I can find out exactly what is actually prohibited?
ateliersiegel5 Dec 2022 12:48andimann schrieb:
Anything else would really be too risky for me....I understand.
In the shower area, okay.
If there is a wall in between, it would be safe and likely allowed.
My plexiglass enclosure would be just as waterproof as a wall. Personally, I wouldn’t consider it a safety issue. However, I’m concerned about things like insurance and regulations, so I would prefer to have a source where it is clearly stated in writing.
You are a tradesperson, okay. And if you are confident that you are doing everything correctly, go ahead. But: mistakes in this area can potentially be fatal! Spend the money here and have a certified electrician do the work, taking full responsibility with their signature. I think the small cost is worth it for the high level of safety.
ateliersiegel5 Dec 2022 15:06Throughout the entire house, we have installed GU10 LED bulbs almost everywhere.
I would like to keep it that way.
Therefore, an IP X4/5 rated fixture is not really an option.
To me, this is mainly a matter of the solidity of the enclosure surrounding the electrical components. You can even install lights in bathtubs. So it should be possible to do the same above a shower area.
However, I might reconsider my plan and use LED light strips designed for outdoor use instead (12 or 24 watts).
I would like to keep it that way.
Therefore, an IP X4/5 rated fixture is not really an option.
To me, this is mainly a matter of the solidity of the enclosure surrounding the electrical components. You can even install lights in bathtubs. So it should be possible to do the same above a shower area.
However, I might reconsider my plan and use LED light strips designed for outdoor use instead (12 or 24 watts).
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