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low voltage lighting question...

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ellives
ellives Posts: 635 Forumite
in In my home (includes DIY) MoneySaving
I've bought fireproof low voltage lights for the bathroom but realise that perhaps I should have bought IP65 rated shower safe units....or does it not matter?

I have found conflicting information about the need for an IP rated unit 2.25m above the zones 1-3.

Any views appreciated.

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  • mercurystar999
    mercurystar999 Posts: 889 Forumite
    Are these replacing existing spotlights?
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  • ellives
    ellives Posts: 635 Forumite
    mercurystar999 wrote: »
    Are these replacing existing spotlights?

    No, they will replace the central (mains) light.
  • mercurystar999
    mercurystar999 Posts: 889 Forumite
    Work as you suggest requires a part p registered electrician. He'd also be able to advise on whether you need different ones.
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  • dwarvenassassin
    dwarvenassassin Posts: 93 Forumite
    mercurystar999 wrote: »
    Work as you suggest requires a part p registered electrician. He'd also be able to advise on whether you need different ones.
    Especially since the information the OP is working from is out of date - there is no zone 3.

    Low voltage - good move
    Is the lighting RCD protected tho? I VERY much doubt it and yet it is a requirement.
    Get a scheme registered spark in.
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