Can I have a shaver socket in my bathroom?

Low voltage shaver sockets should only be used in a bathroom. In accordance with the updated 17^th edition of the IEE Wiring Regulations, it is safe to install electric shaver sockets in your bathroom providing the socket is 110v and installed in zone 2 or beyond.

Should you have a shaver point in the bathroom?

In short, yes, a shaver socket should always be connected using an FCU (fused connection unit). Shaver sockets without transformers should not be used in a wet area such as a shower room or bathroom.

Where can you install a shaver socket?

Anywhere on the dry side. Shaver sockets should be installed 300mm from the edge of the sink unit, or you can site the shaver socket in zone 2 which runs from the edge of the bath or shower cubicle to a distance of 600mm from the bath / shower cubicle up to the height of 2.25m.

Is it illegal to have a plug socket in the bathroom UK?

Electrical sockets are permitted in bathrooms or shower rooms as long as they are located more than 3m from the edge of the bath or shower. Specially designed shaver units are an exception to this rule and can be located slightly nearer, but still no closer than 600mm from the bath or shower.

Can you run a shaver socket off a ring main?

Shaver Sockets can be installed either by connecting to a ring main with junction box, or from an earthed lighting socket.

Shaver Sockets for UK Bathrooms - With Isolating Transformer

Can I plug toothbrush into shaver socket?

In short, yes it will work but the socket may eventually fail. Not just toothbrushes which often take 24 hours to charge or are designed to be permanently trickle charging but rechargeable shavers too.

Can I put a power point in my bathroom?

Power points can easily be installed inside your bathroom vanity or cabinet. This is a highly convenient option, as it keeps your power points within easy reach where you need them most, but with no need to disrupt your tiling or alter the appearance of the room.

Why are electrical sockets ever rarely installed in bathrooms?

Bathrooms are considered to be a special location for electrical installations because they have an increased risk of electric shock for the users, due to being so close to water.

Can I have a hairdryer in my bathroom?

Please beware that those wall mounted hair dryers without IP rating cannot be installed in bathrooms, even if hardwired. They are designed for non-sanitary areas like bedrooms.

Does a shaver socket need an RCD?

An RCD offers no additional protection for a shaver socket. The shaver socket has a transformer inside and the secondary winding is isolated from earth.

Which regulations affect electrical installation works in a bathroom?

Electrical installations in bathrooms are highly governed by stringent regulations, known as Section 701, which was last updated in 2008. And these regulations can have some significant effects on the electrical work that can be carried out in bathrooms.

How can I charge my electric toothbrush without a shaver socket?

I don't have a 2 pin shaver socket in my bathroom, what do I do? You need to purchase an 2 pin adapter, that will allow you to connect a 2 pin shaver plug such as that on your electric toothbrush to a 3 pin socket.

Why do British bathrooms have no plug sockets?

Why are there no plug sockets in British bathrooms? The reason that there are no plus sockets in bathrooms is simple – having an exposed plug socket can increase the risk of electric shock. Plugs in England generally use 240-volt power, twice the amount found in US plugs which have 120-volts.

How do I prevent electric shock in my bathroom?

Make sure at least one GFCI outlet is installed in your bathroom. These circuit breakers save lives and prevent electrocution by stopping the flow of electricity when an electrical appliance falls in the water. Cover light fixtures, especially ones in your shower.

What can I use a shaver socket for?

A shaver socket, or shaver point, is typically installed in a bathroom to safely provide power to use or recharge electric shavers and toothbrushes.

Where is Zone 1 in a bathroom?

Zone 1 is the area above the bath or shower tray to a height of 2.25m from the floor. Any fitting used in this zone must have a minimum rating of IPx4* , which means it is protected against water spray from all directions.

Can you put a shaver socket in Zone 2?

According to the updated 17^th edition of the IEE Wiring Regulations, it is safe to install electric shaver sockets in your bathroom providing the socket is 110v and installed in zone 2 or beyond, with at least a 3-metre gap from either the bath or shower.

Can I put a 13amp socket in a bathroom?

Yes you can but it would need to be a big bathroom to get one 3m away from the bath and/or shower. The regs also specify all circuits in a bathroom must be RCD protected, including lighting.

Why is it not advisable to use electrical appliances in a bathroom?

Electricity is carried efficiently by the water. The result can be deadly if the two mix up. The bathroom is probably the most dangerous room in the house when it comes to electrical safety. In a bathroom or shower room wet skin reduces the body's resistance to electric shocks and the consequences are much more severe.

Can I put a washing machine in a bathroom?

a washing machine is allowed in a bathroom as long as the manufacturer (of the machine) says its ok in a bathroom! it MUST be fitted to a fused connection unit (in laymans terms, it looks like the connection for your boiler - a wire from the boiler, hardwired into the wall.

How far does an electrical outlet need to be from a toilet?

Many of the modern bidets on the market today use electricity to offer luxury features. This often requires a electrical outlets within 4 feet of the toilet.

How far must an electrical socket be from a sink?

Electrical sockets or switches should be fitted at a safe distance (it is recommended at least 30cm horizontally) from a sink to avoid the chance of water coming into contact with electricity. Sockets should also be easily accessible.

How close can an electrical outlet be to a shower?

You should keep the receptacle at least 6 feet away from the edge of a bathtub or shower and at least 1 foot away from sinks. Avoid positioning a receptacle over the center of the sink, where cords hairdryers and electric shavers might hang down into the basin.

Are 2 pin plugs legal in UK?

'It had a two-pin plug transformer on its cable. I didn't realise that this type of plug was illegal in the UK and just considered it an inconvenience to use a two-pin adapter.

Why are there no plugs in Irish bathrooms?

Special precautions are necessary in the bathroom because the wet surroundings pose a greater risk of electric shock than anywhere else in the house. For this reason, no sockets other than specially designed shaver outlets are allowed in bathrooms.