On 03/09/17 08:39, wrote:
Hi all

I am doing our bathroom up and we are having a cupboard with a couple sinks on top. The kids want to get electric tooth brushes so am wondering what my options are for providing power to the sink area for then to plug their toothbrushes in.

I assume there is no way of putting a socket on the wall between the sinks? Would putting it in the cupboard below the sinks be an option?

Also, I am fitting a spa bath. It has an IP55 box underneath to wire the pumps up so I plan to run the power from here to a socket somewhere. Can I put the socket for this in the cupboard too or should it be outside of the bathroom?

Thanks in advance all

Lee.


Bathroom shaver socket is the usual way - can be installed in Zone 2
over the basins if you like.

http://electrical.theiet.org/wiring-...-701/index.cfm

"Shaver supply units
The minimum degree of protection for equipment installed in zones 1 and
2 is IPX4, or IPX5 where water jets are likely to be used for cleaning
purposes. An exception to this requirement is a shaver supply unit
complying with BS EN 61558-2-5 which, although it does not meet the
requirements of IP4X, is permitted in zone 2 but must be located where
direct spray from showers is unlikely. This type of shaver supply unit
is the only type that is permitted in a bathroom or shower room."