Bedroom Electrical Wiring Requirements
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Summary: This wiring diagram and pictures explain the basic bedroom electrical code wiring requirements required for most new or remodel projects. |
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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. |
Basic Home Electrical Wiring for Bedroom Circuits and Electrical Devices |
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Add Warmth, Romance and Style to your Home electrical wiring for bedrooms. |
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| Home electrical wiring 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). |
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| 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 home electrical wiring for bedrooms 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. |
Home electrical wiring for bedrooms safety requirementsThe 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 AutomationImprovements 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 for home electrical wiring for bedrooms
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: |
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Lighting
Lighting Controls
Ceiling Fan, Speed and Lighting Controls
Safety and Protection
