Understanding Bathroom IP Zones
IP is an international ”Ingress Protection” rating code that helps determine what bathroom electricals, i.e. lighting, can go in what area of a bathroom.
The IP rating indicates how well the lamp is protected from the ingress or intrusion of particles, most notably water.
The different zones
When determining, where you can position your lighting, the bathroom is divided into four zones. Each zone is based on the risk of water intrusion.
The interior of a shower or bath itself. A fitting used in this area of a bathroom must be low voltage (Max 12V) and at least IP67 rated. EBB & FLOW does not sell lamps for Zone 0.
Zone 1 is the area above the bath to a height of 2.25m from the floor. Electrical products used in this zone require a minimum of an IP4 rating and should use extra low voltage with the transformer placed in zone 3 or beyond. EBB & FLOW does not sell lamps for zone 1.
Zone 2 is the area beyond zone 0 and zone 1, stretching 0.6m horizontally and vertically up to a height of 2.25m from the floor. In these bathroom zones, an IP rating of at least IP44 is required. In addition, it is good practice to consider the area around the washing basin, within a 60cm radius of any tap, as zone 2.
Zone 3 is anywhere outside zones 0, 1 and 2, and where no water spray is likely to occur. No IP rating is required in zone 3.
Which EBB & FLOW lamps can I place in my bathroom?
If you're after a decorative piece that works beautifully in the bathroom, this is the one:
Horizon Surface lamp is IP44 certified, making it suitable for Zone 2 in your bathroom, perfect for use on either the wall or ceiling. Just add the IP44 kit in check-out and we will make sure it is delivered for use in your bathroom.
All other EBB & FLOW designs are suitable for Zone 3.