'Damp' rating for bathroom lights
olychic
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Do bathroom sconces have to be rated for dampness?
Comments (2)That's funny that you're asking this--I just decided to put in some non-damp-rated sconces in the bathroom with tub/shower. I'll have a fan too, but I was a bit concerned. But, I'll tell you how far I've gone--I ordered sconces with rice paper shades. They'll probably dissolve in a few years and I'll need to put glass or acrylic in. But I agree, I was having trouble finding ones I liked under the bathroom lighting categories....See MoreDo vanity lights need to be 'damp rated'?
Comments (3)To answer the first question: No, vanity lights don't have to be damp rated. BUT, the fact that a particular manufactuer has some of their fixtures rated, means that others are not suggested. I would think that a paper and bare wood fixture would be a no-no in a bathroom unless it's just a powder room (no shower or bath). Any moisture with paper seems like a bad idea....See Moredamp rated ceiling lights
Comments (1)The zone that includes 8' above and 3' next to the tub/shower is the area to be concerned about. If outside of that area the fixtures are not required to be wet or damp location listed....See MoreCode? Are pendants OK in bathroom IF they are UL Damp/Wet listed?
Comments (6)Incorrect... Non wet or damp rated pendants ARE allowed above the shower, however the bottom of the fixture MUST be more than 8'-0" ABOVE the top rim of the shower. They CANNOT be less than 8'-0" above the rim. ie: your shower stall is 10'-0" tall. The code requires an EXTRA 8'-0" of clearance, this brings the height to 18'-0" The pendant, cord connected fixture, etc. CANNOT be located between the 10'-0" mark and the 18'-0" mark but MUST be mounted higher. A pendant fixture mounted at 19'-0" above the finished floor over the shower would pass. Granted the inspector would take out his measuring tape to make sure. This just means the ceiling directly over your shower has to be a minimum of 21'-0", depending on the pendant length. Some homes DO have this height......See Morenormclc
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