How to Add Light to Your Dark Bathroom

If you have a dark bathroom in your home, you have probably noticed that it can create some significant challenges for you and your family. On the low end, insufficient lighting can make it tricky to perform basic tasks like shaving or applying makeup. And in more severe cases, it can even increase the risk of accidents and injuries in your home.

Of course, the negative effects of dark bathrooms aren’t just practical. A dimly lit space can also create a sense of claustrophobia and even contribute to feelings of depression. The lack of light can even disrupt our sleep patterns and contribute to feelings of fatigue and irritability.

So, what can you do to add some light to your bathroom and prevent these issues from affecting your family? Let’s take a look at some common solutions.

Common Ways to Add Light to a Dark Bathroom

A brief list of some of the most common ways to add light to a dark bathroom would include:

• Recessed Lighting: Adding recessed lighting to your bathroom can even ambient light throughout the space. However, the installation process can be quite costly and complex. If the bathroom has existing fixtures, retrofitting may involve more extensive electrical work.
• Wall Sconces: Mounting wall sconces on either side of your bathroom mirror can make tasks like shaving or applying makeup easier – but they also take up valuable wall space, which may not be ideal for smaller bathrooms.
• LED Strip Lighting: LED lighting strips can be installed under cabinets, along shelves, or around mirrors to create a soft, ambient glow. Depending on how your bathroom is set up, however, they may require additional wiring. The adhesive backing can also struggle to hold up in moist and humid environments.
• Bright Paints: Bright and light paint colors, such as whites, pastels, or soft neutrals, can help reflect more light within the bathroom, making the space feel larger and airier. They can also be more prone to showing stains and wear over time.
• A Large Mirror: Installing a larger mirror in your bathroom will effectively reflect light and create an illusion of depth, making the space feel brighter and more spacious. However, if the mirror is significantly larger than the old one, it may not fit well with existing fixtures or cabinetry, requiring additional modifications in the room.
• Reflective Surfaces: Incorporating glossy tiles, mirrors, or a glass shower enclosure can significantly enhance light in a dark bathroom. Unfortunately, high-gloss surfaces tend to show water spots and fingerprints more prominently. As such, they generally require a lot of maintenance.

As you can see, none of these solutions are perfect. Fortunately, there is a better option.

Solatube Skylights: A Better Way to Brighten Your Bathroom

We firmly believe that Solatube tubular skylights are the best way to brighten any bathroom. But that is a pretty big claim – so you probably want to know what makes them so special. What sets them apart from all the other options that are available to you?

Well, what truly sets Solatube skylights apart from traditional lighting solutions is their ability to deliver abundant, natural light to even the darkest corners of your bathroom. While recessed lighting or wall sconces rely on electrical power and can create shadows or uneven illumination, Solatube harnesses the power of natural sunlight to brighten the entire space.

Using Raybender® 3000 technology and the LightTracker™ Reflector, the Solatube system captures sunlight from every angle, ensuring your bathroom stays bright and welcoming all day long – even during dim early mornings and cloudy weather.

Solatube’s residential skylights are also incredibly low-maintenance. While large mirrors and glossy wall tiles require constant cleaning and upkeep to look their best, especially in humid bathroom environments where water spots, smudges, and dust are common, our daylighting systems require virtually no ongoing care or attention.

Our innovative skylights also offer significant energy savings. Unlike electrical lighting solutions that rely on your home’s power supply, Solatube systems capture and channel natural sunlight, allowing you to reduce your reliance on artificial lighting during the day. This not only helps lower your energy bills but also contributes to a more eco-friendly home.

Finally, unlike many of the other options listed above, Solatube’s tubular skylights are quick and easy to install. If you have a standard asphalt shingle roof, it can usually be installed in less than two hours.

So, what are you waiting for? Get in touch with your local Solatube dealer today to find out more about the many benefits of our cutting-edge tubular skylights.