are there any sockets in your bathroom?

Question

please specify how many?
what type? (eg. EU 2 round pin, UK 3 square pin etc)
where are they? (eg. in cabinet, behind door, eye level etc)
thanks

Answer 1

NO and it drives me crazy. Ther also isn't enough light in my bathroom.
DAMN LANDLORDS!

Answer 2

you should not have any sockets in a bathroom under normal circumstances with the exception of a shaver point.
in my case(UK) i have 1 dual 110Volt and 240Volt shaver point. about face height next to the bathroom cabinet. (used for my shaver and toothbrush).

the only lighting in a bathroom should be sealed lighting units (not a bulb dangling from a cord/ wire or table lamp).

if you really think you need a socket in a bathroom then have a socket on a fused spur just outside your bathroom, make sure that it is on the correct circuit. you should call in a professional electrician to asses your situation and provide an acceptable solution.

your best bet is consult a qualified electrician if you are considering a socket in your bathroom. better a hefty hit on your bank balance than risk the loss of your life through an incorrectly installed socket or other electrical fitting. besides which in the UK you are now required by law (i seem to recall) to call in an electrician for all electrical work other than changing a light bulb.

Answer 3

you shouldnt have sockets in bathroom, 2 pin shaver point, spur or feed to a mirror or cabinet light and maybe an extractor fan is all you should really have. if you need a socket for something in there the way to do it would be a fused spur, but remember you have zones where things can go. check bs 7671 regulations

Answer 4

the only type of socket allowed in a bathroom is the two pin shaver type even the light switch should be on the wall outside the bathroom this is for health and safety reasons to reduce the risk of electric shock

Answer 5

In the UK it's illegal (because it's so dangerous) to have any electric socket in a bathroom, other than a shaver socket.
If you have a pull cord light switch or electric shower isolator, that's ok, but a normal light switch has to be outside the bathroom.

Answer 6

No electrician would ever put electrical sockets in a bathroom. There's too much water around, & when water & electricity mix, it can be very lethal. You shouldn't even have a radio on an extension lead, as this can have the same results.

Answer 7

I have recently seen the latest edition of the IEE regulations and soon(2008) you will be able to have a socket in your bathroom as they have abroard, it will need to be a set distance from the bath or shower and be rcd protected but all things come to those who wait. It will have to be installed by a competant person and reported to your local aurthority under part p building regs.

Answer 8

Yes like someone else has pointed out the only sockets allowed are shaver sockets. if you've got sockets I'd get it looked at by a qualified electrician.

Answer 9

The onlt power you can have in a bathroom is via a transformer for a shaver. Reason is simple you may electricute yourself. Its called health & safety Remember Big brother does not want you to enjoy yopurself.

Answer 10

I only have a socket for the extractor fan, a foot below ceiling height and the connection is sealed to prevent water
penetration as per health and safety regulations.

Answer 11

2 gfci sockets standard 2 pin single ground