Do you own a home near the ocean or a lake and experience frequently harsh weather? There’s a good chance that your lighting needs are radically different from those of residents in other parts of the county. Marine grade lighting and wet rated outdoor ceiling fans are ideally designed for locations such as yours. This helpful guide lets you find the best marine-grade fixtures for your home.
Marine Grade lighting is very important if you own a seaside home or a home near a large lake or large body of water. Lighting with this type of grade is specifically designed to handle the harsher elements that can be prevalent in these circumstances. This is especially true for a seaside home because salt is far denser within the air than other bodies of water. This salty air can cause significant corrosion if the right kind of light fixtures are not installed. We have put together a helpful guide to finding the best kind of Marine Grade lighting for your home.
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Why Buy From Del Mar Fans & Lighting?
There are many reasons to buy from Del Mar Fans and Lighting, however, here are just a few reasons we would like to bring attention to!
- Returns for 90 days.
- Free shipping on all orders of $40+.
- A safe shopping experience.
What Do Marine Grade and IP Rating Mean? Why Are They Important?
Manufacturers apply the term marine-grade to products that do well in areas where there are strong winds, saltwater corrosion of metals and other materials, and frequent contact with water. Lighting manufacturers apply an IP rating, or level of ingress protection, which communicates how effective a fixture is at preventing intrusion from moisture and foreign bodies.
Shoppers looking for waterproof fixtures for the outside typically select IP65, 66, or 67 ratings. For interior installation, an IP rating of 44 can be fine if it is out of the direct line of moisture. For above-shower or tub installations, IP65 is the better option. Waytek has created an excellent guide to ingress protection ratings.
Adding the UL Listing
The final term to understand is the UL, or Underwriters Laboratories, listing. This third-party testing group either certifies or lists a product. Certifications refer to electronic equipment and appliances. Listings say that a product was tested and found safe. Examples include life jackets, smoke detectors, and electrical appliances. Generally speaking, a UL seal means that a product is safe for consumer use.
Where Would You Install Marine Grade Lighting?
Wet rated outdoor ceiling fans and wet rated outdoor ceiling fans with lights are suitable for installation on decks and the ceilings of pool houses, balconies, and pergolas. Similarly, wet rated recessed lighting or an outdoor chandelier wet rated can be a good choice when adding illumination to these spaces.
Popular Examples of Marine Grade Lighting and Cooling Technology
Quoizel Marine Outdoor Pendant - MRE1909WT
The pendant features an attractive western bronze housing and is listed for damp locations. It is one example of marine grade pendants that come with various finishes such as satin nickel, chrome, or black. Marine grade products allow you to place illumination, including flush-mount ceiling lights, in areas where salt, sand, and mist are part of the environment.
Best Marine Grade Outdoor Ceiling Lighting
Murray Feiss Shepherd - OL10613DWZ
These fixtures are great for installation on ceilings, posts, and walls. In addition to Murray Feiss, there are marine grade flush mount lights by other manufacturers and styles.
Best Marine Grade Ceiling Fan
Modern Forms Wynd Ceiling Fan - FR-W2101-72L-SS
In addition to light fixtures, there are also ceiling fans. This particular product has an attractive stainless steel finish and is suitable for wet locations.
By the way, if you are looking for the best of both worlds, marine grade lighting also includes fans with light packages! Reach out today to learn more about your options or discuss the fixtures that could be ideally suited for your space.
Now that you've been introduced to Del Mar Design's Marine Grade product offering, we welcome you to contact our lighting and ceiling fan experts with any further questions you may have at 1-800-724-5501!
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