lights in closets

[brocc71460]

Other than the nec, is there another code pertaining to closet lights?

 

[benaround]

Re: lights in closets

Would this be a flouresant tube that needs a shatter cover?

frank

 

[chicar]

Re: lights in closets

What about local bdlg codes.

 

[infinity]

Re: lights in closets

Had to go there, huh Frank!

 

[benaround]

Re: lights in closets

Just an inocent guess!

frank

 

[lle]

Re: lights in closets

The IRC - International Residential Code does give some guidlines to closet lights.

Surface mounted incandescent - 12" between fixture and storage space. Wall or ceiling mount.

Surface mounted fluorescent - 6" between fixture and storage space. Wall or ceiling mount.

Recessed both - 6" between fixture and storage space.

All of these are required to have completely enclosed lamps.

 

[sandsnow]

Re: lights in closets

The NEC however, does not require an enclosed lamp for flourescent. 410.8(B)(2)

I'm not familiar w/ the IRC, but the general rule (I think in the UBC) is where codes conflict the most restrictive applies.