Wet rated fixture for over tub - not can lights?
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Comments (21)Hello I'm new to the site. I have been given a hot tub and i am trying to figure out how to turn it into a fish pond It cracked over winter so I'm just going to seal it.. It works ... So can I use the jets and it has a little built in waterfall ???I know the jets are powerful so I would have to find a way to weaken them.... Any ideas.... I would like to use as much as the original hot tub as possible ....See MoreHanging lighting fixture above tub?
Comments (5)You can find no shortage of photos of it, and so it must be acceptable in some areas. Codes vary from state to state. It would be quite disconcerting during an earthquake, but probably not any more dangerous, although the water could splash out of the tub. Certain light fixtures are designated as being for wet areas, and so you would have to find a chandelier that meets that standard of safety. People have hanging fixtures above sinks. I think the chandelier should be out of reach when you are in the tub, and then it will be more difficult to clean and change light bulbs. Make sure you get one with LED, if possible, and then you shouldn't have the change the light bulbs as often. Lars...See MoreWife wants light over bath tub.
Comments (11)#1 - GFI protection is OPTIONAL for this light. It is NOT mandatory NO required. I never GFI protect shower cans. There is no reason for it. #2 - TRIM that is rated for use over a shower. The can is the same either way. #3 - If the ceiling is up, as yours obviously is, you would use an "old work" can that just cuts into the sheetrock and is held up by clips. Using a new work can with the bars is useless and WAY more work than you want to know....See MoreChandelier over bath tub
Comments (10)Brickeyee is correct, you may install a light fixture over the tub, but it should be an approved light fixture like the type installed in a shower stall. The chandelier must be entirely 3' away from the rim of the tub if it's less than 8' above it. Here is a link that might be useful: Naples, Florida Home Inspector...See Moreauroraborelis
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