Modern Bathroom Recessed Lighting

Recessed can lights benefit rooms with a limited amount of ceiling space by mounting inside of the ceiling while providing ample downlighting from a halogen or LED light source. While the light is considered general, it can be bright and fully illuminate the vanity it is installed in. In modern bathrooms, recessed lighting is used to complement a bath bar or pair of wall sconces and can also be installed as overhead shower lighting. The result of a combination of recessed lighting and a wall-mounted fixtures creates a well-rounded amount of light in a space you want to ensure has plenty of lighting.

Bathroom Recessed Lighting Ideas for Every Style

Recessed lighting is especially easy to introduce into your home because it blends in seamlessly among other light fixtures and decor by installing tucked away in the ceiling. The design of recessed bathroom lighting ranges from contemporary options by WAC Lighting to functional styles by Juno Lighting with a number of trim sizes available to fit your exact applicaiton. You may also like the collection of 3" recessed trims by Element (from Tech Lighting). Lastly, consider Lotus for easy-to-install recessed fixtures that are rated for damp spaces like the shower or bath tub. For modern shower lighting, you're sure to find an option that makes the choice easy.

How to Choose the Best Bathroom Recessed Lighting

Before you purchase new recessed lighting fixtures for your bathroom, it is important to determine the housing type required. Recessed housings are either available for remodeled homes or new construction homes and you will need to verify which one is right for your bathroom's ceiling. Further, certain housings are required for ceilings with insulation to ensure safe lighting at all times. You will also need to determine the correct size to install in your bathroom ceiling. Recessed trims are available in a range of sizes from 3" to 6" and will need to be accommodated by the right size of housing. If you have any questions about the bathroom recessed lights featured here, please call our lighting experts at 877.445.4486.

Other Considerations

Recessed lighting is a popular option for other rooms of the home too. Be sure to view the complete recessed ceiling lights category for additional trims and housings you may want to add throughout your home. Flushmount lighting is similar to recessed lighting in that it is a low profile style of fixture, yet it installs on the outside of the ceiling. If you prefer to use flushmounts in your bathroom, be sure they are UL listed for damp location use - in most bathrooms, the presence of water is unavoidable. And finally, you can set the mood lighting in your bathroom (ideal for relaxing in the bath) by placing your light fixtures on a dimmer. Dimmer switches are easy to install and work with almost all styles of recessed lights.