Lighting
One of the biggest bathroom remodeling mistakes involves lighting. You need to be aware of the proximity of lights to specific bathroom fixtures.
Lighting, especially over tubs, may be present, but the rules are very clear, explains Ben Kolo, owner of Mr. Electric of Central Iowa. The National Fire Protection Association writes the National electrical code.
This topic covers how far the light should be from tubs and where they are allowed to be installed. An electrician will know these rules and can best advise you on lighting updates for your bathroom. Arc fault circuit interrupter protection is now required on any new lighting installed in bathrooms.
