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Bedroom electrical wiring diagrams and more

By Dave Rongey ©2008 Dave Rongey

Add Warmth, Romance and Style to your Bedroom starting with good electrical wiring diagrams

Basic Bedroom electrical wiring diagrams and practices

Code requirements and energy efficient specifications now incorporate the following methods into a new or remodeled bedroom project. All lighting must be on either: on dimmer switches, or provide a "manual-on occupancy sensor" or all fluorescent lighting. Closets less than 70 sq. ft. are exempt from the above lighting requirements. Incandescent lights in clothes closets need a 12 inch minimum from combustibles such as walls or the edge of shelf, measured horizontally. 6" horizontal clearance is allowed for recessed incandescent lights with covers or fluorescent fixtures.

Electrical wiring diagrams for bedrooms specify:
All bedroom outlets, ceiling fans, lights and smoke detectors shall be on AFCI Arc-fault protected circuits.

A permanently wired smoke detector is required in each bedroom and on the ceiling or wall at a point centrally located in the area giving access to bedrooms. (see more about the installation of Smoke Detectors on the Smoke Detector Main Page).



For That Romantic Atmosphere

Add a romantic touch to your bedroom by simply installing accent lighting controlled by mood enhancing dimmer switches.

Additional lighting fixtures, carefully placed, will assist you while you read your favorite novel just before dozing off to sleep, or become the warm touch that invites a romantic evening. Candles are a nice touch, but when it comes to new lighting features and controls you won't believe just how much control do you will have from the push of a button. Be sure to add these features into your electrical wiring diagrams.

On the Practical Side

Proper placement of receptacles will eliminate the need for unsightly and unsafe extension cords as you examine your bed wall with regard to the placement of receptacles for items such as electric blankets, alarm clocks, and your favorite source of music.  Other considerations for your electrical wiring diagrams would be nightstand lighting which could be controlled by what are known as half-hot switched receptacles.  These receptacles conveniently allow you to control your nightstand light from either the wall switch as you enter your bedroom or within hands reach from your bedside.

Don't forget the importance of telephone and data jacks as well as cable TV provisions.

Safety The newly required AFCI (arc fault circuit interruption) devices reduce the possibility of fire and other hazards.  New construction and remodel projects will require the addition of this AFCI protection. Security and Automation Improvements in wireless control technology will help you rest easier knowing that lighting controls are at your fingertips, with a remote controlled system which can be placed on your nightstand ready for your use anytime of the day or night.

Smart Additions

Improvements in ceiling fans affordably provide a variety of styles that not only cool in the summer but also warm in the winter by using easy to operate remote control units.  Light and fan combination units will also provide a mood enhancing touch to your bedroom so be sure to add these options to your bedroom electrical wiring diagrams.

Project Options to transform your bedroom into an enjoyable experience: