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See yourself in a complementary light every time you enter the bathroom, with light fittings from Lighting Direct

The view of a bathroom featuring a bathroom, ceiling, daylighting, interior design, plumbing fixture, product design, room, white, gray — The view of a bathroom featuring a shower, wall hung cabinetry and lights

The detail of a basin area - The bathroom, bathroom accessory, bathroom sink, interior design, light fixture, lighting, plumbing fixture, product design, tap, gray, white

The view of a bathroom featuring a basin bathroom, ceiling, daylighting, glass, interior design, product design, room, window, gray

The vanity unit and mirror of a bathroom bathroom, bathroom accessory, interior design, lighting, product design, room, gray

The detail of a light - The detail lighting, product design, white

One of the main activities we use the bathroom for is grooming. Whether you're shaving, applying make-up or styling your hair, the right type of carefully positioned lighting is essential.

For optimum effect, it's best to layer different forms of lighting, says Dean Fulford, general manager of Lighting Direct.

"Task lighting over mirrors should be bright enough for grooming, but not too harsh. Well-chosen general lighting allows good overall illumination of the bathroom, while indirect accent lighting softens the ambience with a warm glow," he says.

The detail of a basin area bathroom, bathroom accessory, bathroom sink, interior design, light fixture, lighting, plumbing fixture, product design, tap, gray, white — The detail of a basin area

The ensuite bathroom and main bathroom pictured here both feature the same minimalist-styled light fittings in chrome to co-ordinate with the tapware and other bathroom fittings.

Nova 16-watt T5 fluorescent lights above each mirror provide focused illumination and complement the bathrooms' geometric forms. Fulford says fluorescent is the best lighting for facial features.

Waterproof, square satin 50W downlights in the ceiling above the shower and bath add a general wash of light.

"Steam can get into light fittings and damage the circuitry. These lights have an International Protection 54 rating, certifying their weatherproofing and durability a must for steamy bathrooms," he says.

For details, contact Lighting Direct, phone (09) 273 3444, fax (09) 273 3993. Website: www.lightingdirect.co.nz.

Story by: Trendsideas

23 Jul, 2004

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