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Thread: Shower light fixture
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03-10-2012, 04:06 PM #1
Shower light fixture
Attached are two light fixtures which were installed in a shower/tub area of a three year old home. I thought a cover is required and not an exposed bulb.
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03-10-2012, 04:20 PM #2
Re: Shower light fixture
A few things, for one is the fixture subject to shower spray? If not, then a damp rated fixture is all that's required. They do make wet location rated fixtures that utilize an open PAR type lamp.
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03-10-2012, 05:52 PM #3
Re: Shower light fixture
As RM said, not all shower trims are closed style.
All answers based on unamended National Electrical codes.
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03-10-2012, 06:25 PM #4
Re: Shower light fixture
Hi,
It is also important that lights above a shower or bath have a GFCI circuit.
Sometimes, the whole bathroom can be on a GFCI circuit in the main panel.
Either way, I always recommend to have it verified by a master electrician.
Hope this helps.
Zane
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03-10-2012, 07:25 PM #5
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03-10-2012, 07:55 PM #6
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03-10-2012, 09:19 PM #7
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03-11-2012, 05:54 AM #8
Re: Shower light fixture
Yes that's true of any piece of equipment not only for things over a shower. Usually bathroom exhaust fans do require protection according to the manufacturers instructions when installed over a tub or shower. I have yet to see a shower fixture that the manufacturer required GFCI protection.
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03-11-2012, 07:19 AM #9
Re: Shower light fixture
Here is a quote from the Panasonic web site:
CAN A PANASONIC FAN BE USED OVER A BATHTUB OR SHOWER? Yes, provided it is protected by a Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter (GFCI). Keep in mind, however, that any ventilation device located in a damp environment may have a reduced life due to high humidity and a potential for corrosion. Fans used in high-humidity areas should be operated for longer periods of time, to ensure the removal of moisture and to reduce the potential for condensation in the fan body or ducting.
I have a panasonic fan myself and it is quiet! Although it is a safe distance from the tub.
Cheers
Zane
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03-11-2012, 07:21 AM #10
Re: Shower light fixture
Here ya go. I have had to install these in public handicap shower enclosures.
http://www.faucetdirect.com/mediabas...ons/k-1665.pdf
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03-11-2012, 07:55 AM #11
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03-11-2012, 11:01 AM #12
Re: Shower light fixture
Looks like a sample from my "Darwin Shower Light Fixture" collection.
Jerry McCarthy
Building Code/ Construction Consultant
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