Which lamps for the bathroom - a complete guide

Which lamps for the bathroom - a complete guide

The bathroom is the place where each of us starts and ends the day. Proper lighting in this room is crucial not only for comfort, but also for functionality and safety. Choosing the right bathroom lamps may seem like a challenge, but it will become much easier with our guide. Introducing a complete guide to bathroom lighting to help you plan the perfect lighting in your bathroom.

Types of bathroom lamps - which lamp to choose for the bathroom?

In the bathroom, we can use different types of lamps that will perform different functions. Here are the most popular ones:

1. Plafonds: It's a universal solution that works in any bathroom, regardless of its size and style. Plafonds provide even general illumination without taking up much space. At Kaspa, you'll find plafonds in versatile colors and different diameters, allowing you to choose the perfect size to illuminate your bathing space.
2. Low Ceiling Lamps: Low ceiling lamps, like plafonds will work well even in small bathrooms, but they are an interesting alternative due to their more distinctive design. The ceiling lamps we offer fit perfectly into both modern and slightly more classic arrangements.
3. Ceiling spotlights: A modern alternative to plafonds or ceiling lights. Ceiling spotlights in the bathroom will help to bring both a minimalist atmosphere and high functionality to the bathroom, evenly illuminating every meter of space.
4. Wall lamps Over the Mirror: This is an absolute must-have in any bathroom, although in modern arrangements the classic wall sconces next to the mirror are often replaced by minimalist single pendant lamps. Wall lamps mounted on the sides of the mirror provide even and functional lighting, ideal for daily grooming tasks.
5. Pendant Lamps: In modernly decorated bathrooms, it is increasingly common to see pendant lamps placed above the countertop, on the sides of the mirror. This solution adds elegance and style to the interior, while providing good lighting.
6. Chandeliers: In large bathrooms, especially those decorated in a classical style, small decorative chandeliers can provide a striking accent. Whatever lamp you choose, it's worth keeping in mind safety standards and tightness classes. We are talking primarily about bathrooms, where the lamps used are exposed to direct contact with water or splashing.

What kind of lamp for a small bathroom?

Choosing a lamp for a small bathroom is not a big problem thanks to the availability of many types and sizes of lamps. However, it is worth remembering that even in a small bathroom, the main lighting (central ceiling lighting) will not be enough, and it is always worth thinking about additional lighting of the bathroom mirror, whether by means of wall lamps or the use of a mirror with built-in backlighting. Of the above-mentioned types of lamps, in a small bathroom, the following will work best: - plafonds - low ceiling lamps available in many sizes - ceiling spotlights - both single and on strips, including directional spotlights that allow you to precisely direct the light in the desired direction - low ceiling lamps (an option for those looking for more classic solutions)

What lamps for the bathroom over the mirror?

Lamps mounted above the mirror in the bathroom are not only decorative, but above all an essential lighting element. Their role is invaluable in everyday activities, from skin care to makeup application. The right light not only facilitates precise treatments, but also creates an atmosphere in the bathroom conducive to relaxation. Therefore, the choice of wall sconces and other lamps over the mirror - lighting strips or pendant lamps - should be well thought out to combine functionality, comfort and style. You can find our suggestions for these types of bathroom lamps here.

Choosing a bathroom lamp vs IP rating - safety first

When choosing lamps for the bathroom, it is crucial to pay attention to their ingress protection (IP) class. This is an indicator of the device's resistance to the ingress of solids and water. In the bathroom, where moisture is omnipresent, adequate protection is a must:

IP44: Lamps with this designation are resistant to small particles (up to 1 mm) and to water splashes from any angle. This is the most common option for the general bathroom area, such as above the sink or on the ceiling. IP44-rated pendant lights are an increasingly popular solution that can also be used as façade lighting under a roof.

IP65: Highly water resistant, lamps with this designation are designed for installation in areas exposed to direct contact with water, such as directly above a shower stall or next to a bathtub. They can also be used as outdoor lighting that will be exposed to rain. Choosing the right color temperature of light for the bathroom is crucial to the comfort and functionality of this room. Color temperature, measured in kelvin (K), determines whether the light is more warm (yellow) or cold (white). In the bathroom, where we perform a variety of activities, the ideal lighting should combine functionality with a cozy atmosphere.

What light temperature is best for the bathroom?

The right color temperature of light for the bathroom is the key to creating a functional and comfortable space that you will enjoy spending time in and that responds to your needs. As with other rooms, to ensure comfort and functionality, here too you need different light sources with different temperatures.

1. General Bathroom Lighting:

Neutral White (4000K - 4500K): It is a versatile choice in the context of general lighting, and thus a ceiling lamp. Provides bright, natural light that is neither too yellow nor too blue. It is ideal for daily activities such as morning toilet, cleaning and using the bathroom.

Cool White (5000K - 6500K): Can be used as general lighting if you prefer a more "sterile" and bright environment. This temperature is closer to daylight and can be useful in bathrooms with little natural light. However, to some people it may seem too "laboratory", intense and uncomfortable.

2. Mirror Zone Lighting:

Neutral White (4000K - 4500K): Natural and well-colored light is essential when applying makeup, shaving or other grooming procedures. Allows you to perform these activities with precision.

Cool White (5000K - 6500K): If you are concerned about very accurate reproduction of details (e.g., in makeup), you can consider a cooler light color. However, some people may experience discomfort. It is important to choose shades of white that are not too blue, as they can distort colors.

3. Relaxation Lighting (Additional):

Warm White (2700K - 3000K): Ideal for creating a cozy and relaxing atmosphere, especially during an evening bath. Warm light promotes tranquility and relaxation. They can be used in additional lighting, such as wall lamps, floor lamps, or LED strips. Lamps with the possibility of changing the color temperature are also a good solution - not only in the bathroom. This allows you to adjust the lighting to suit your current needs, such as choosing a cooler hue for the morning toilet and a warmer one for evening relaxation.

What lamps for the bathroom - choose the right style

The style of bathroom lamps should harmonize with the overall interior design. Choosing the right style, color and finish for a bathroom lamp is an important step in designing the perfect bathroom. Therefore, if you are wondering what kind of bathroom lamp to choose, think first of all about the design of your house or apartment and match the materials and colors of bathroom lamps to its overall style.

Minimalist lamps with geometric shapes (especially ceiling spotlights) will work well in modern bathrooms, lamps with a classic design will work in modern style bathrooms, while decorative lamps with crystals or gold accents will work in glamour style bathrooms. For Scandinavian and japanese style bathrooms, lamps with organic forms, simple, in light colors, made of natural materials such as wood or glass will be ideal. Industrial style, on the other hand, will go well with metal, stylized lamps (but avoid lamps with exposed bulbs for safety reasons). Remember that the bathroom lighting should be a coherent whole with the rest of the arrangement.

What lamps for the bathroom - functionality first and foremost

Just as important as the aesthetic aspects - and perhaps even more important - is the functionality of the chosen bathroom lighting. The choice of lamps for the bathroom depends on the design of the bathroom and the activities we do in it. Stronger light is essential for daily grooming and cosmetic activities, such as shaving or applying makeup. On the other hand, soft accent lighting will work well during a relaxing bath or nighttime visits to the bathroom. The color of the light is also of great importance. Cold light, with high color temperature, is ideal for makeup or shaving, providing better visibility. On the other hand, warm light, with a lower color temperature, promotes relaxation and tranquility, which will be appreciated during an evening bath. Consider buying lamps with adjustable light intensity or color-changing options, and use different types of lighting so you can adjust the light sources to your current needs. Choosing the right lamps for your bathroom is key to creating a functional, safe and aesthetically pleasing space. Keep in mind the IP rating, matching the style with the interior design, and the functionality that will allow you to enjoy comfort every day.

Which lamp for the bathroom - IP44-rated lamps from Kaspa

If you are looking for bathroom lamps IP44 we have some functional yet stylish suggestions for you.

• wall lamps and plafonds from the Mija collection. The Mija collection is a complete collection of IP44 bathroom lamps, which includes both wall sconces (minimalist, simple in their design, as well as more decorative ones that will appeal to fans of classics in interiors), as well as plafonds and wall bars with several lampshades. The milky glass provides ideal light diffusion, and the available finish colors will allow you to match the lamps in the collection to any type of bathroom.
• iP44 bathroom ceiling spotlights - if you're looking for a modern solution for your bathroom, check out barlo ceiling spotlights IP44. These are single tube-shaped ceiling spots that you will deploy on the ceiling of your bathroom to match the lighting to its size and functional zones.

What lamps for the bathroom are most often chosen by our customers? Kaspa bathroom bestsellers

Our customers who have a large bathroom and who do not have to worry about the risk of splashing water on the lamp, often choose decorative lamps for their bathrooms, which are both a functional and aesthetic addition.

Lovers of industrial style in interiors often choose pendant lamps with transparent shade Longis, which are usually mounted near the washbasin (instead of the traditional wall sconces next to the mirror). Their industrial design, blends perfectly with black and white tiles, warming up the interior.

A frequent choice of fans of industrial style interiors, as well as nautical style, are wall lamps from the Nautilius collection, which allow you to direct the light in any direction and, thanks to the milky glow, do not glaring to the eyes during the cosmetic procedures performed in the bathroom.

Fans of classics in interiors often choose for their bathrooms a low, yet very elegant and decorative, ceiling lamp from the Astra collection and stylistically matching wall lamps Mija IP44.

While the most common choice of those who are looking for plafonds for the bathroom are vero plafonds with an integrated glass shade and a wide choice of finish options or very minimalist plafonds from the Disc collection.

Whichever bathroom lamp steals your heart, remember that all our lamps are created and manufactured in Poland, with the utmost care and attention to detail, so that beautiful and warm light accompanies you from dawn to dusk, and also, or perhaps especially, when the day is over and you need relaxation and tranquility in the cozy space of your bathroom.