Sauna Lights

Sauna lights made for heat and humidity: explosion-proof sauna lamps, moisture-resistant bulkhead wall lights and IP65 dimmable LED spotlights.

Choosing sauna lights

Ordinary household fixtures are not built for sauna heat and steam. Sauna lights use heat-resistant housings, sealed glass and moisture-resistant fittings.

Types

  • Sauna lamps: enclosed fixtures with a glass cover, often with a wooden shade, for walls and corners.
  • Bulkhead wall lights: sealed, moisture-resistant fixtures for saunas and steam rooms.
  • LED spotlights: small recessed or surface spots with an IP65 or higher rating. Dimmable spots set a soft light.

Where to mount them

  • Keep lights low or behind a backrest or bench, out of your eyes, for the classic soft sauna glow.
  • Keep them away from the heater, where the air is hottest.
  • Check each fixture listing for its maximum temperature and ingress (IP) rating.
  • Have a licensed electrician install hard-wired lights.

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Sauna Lights FAQ

Can I use normal lights in a sauna?
It is not recommended. Use fixtures rated for the heat and humidity of a sauna, with sealed glass and moisture-resistant fittings.
Where should sauna lights go?
Low on the wall, behind a backrest or under a bench, away from the heater. Indirect, low light is the traditional sauna look.