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Lighting, or the lack of it, can make or break a bathroom. In fact, it’s sometimes more important than the sanitaryware. It doesn’t matter how much money you’ve spent on the latest finishes or fittings if you can’t see to put on makeup or feel as though you’re in a sterile operating theatre. But before you even buy a bathroom light, consider the following:

SAFETY

This is of utmost importance. To avoid the possibility of electrocution, bathroom light fittings must be protected from

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