Ceiling height. You need overhead space to hang a chandelier. Building codes require this space so a light fixture is not too close to the tub and you won’t bump your head on it.Before finalizing a design, you’ll want to confirm that the chandelier you pick and its placement meet local, state and national regulations, says Peter Mikulka, owner of Mikulka Electrical Services & Modern Home Concepts. The National Electrical Code sets the standard for residential electrical safety. To pass inspection, a bathroom chandelier (or any light, fan or vent) needs to be at least 8 feet above the tub or 3 feet out from it. A local, licensed electrician will be your best resource on electrical matters, Mikulka says. “We have to know all the rules. It’s our job.”
Ceiling height. You need overhead space to hang a chandelier. Building codes require this space so a light fixture is not too close to the tub and you won’t bump your head on it.Before finalizing a design, you’ll want to confirm that the chandelier you pick and its placement meet local, state and national regulations, says Peter Mikulka, owner of Mikulka Electrical Services & Modern Home Concepts. The National Electrical Code sets the standard for residential electrical safety. To pass inspection, a bathroom chandelier (or any light, fan or vent) needs to be at least 8 feet above the tub or 3 feet out from it. A local, licensed electrician will be your best resource on electrical matters, Mikulka says. “We have to know all the rules. It’s our job.”
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