In the bathroom you can not do without a good mirror. Probably everyone will agree with this. Another thing is that not everyone can immediately decide which mirror is suitable for a particular bathroom. These doubts are understandable, because you need to take into account several initial data at the same time. A well-chosen mirror can not only decorate the bathroom, but also visually expand the space, which is very important for most modern urban layouts.
It is better to start with a general idea of which mirror is suitable for this particular interior. For example, wall mirrors in the bathroom are so diverse that you can choose for any style and design. If the bathroom arrangement is made in restrained "Scandinavian" traditions, then a large mirror in an expensive gilded frame will look ridiculous and too pretentious. The opposite is also true - in a spacious bathroom, furnished with expensive accessories, a modest mirror somewhere in the corner will look rather meager.
Another common recommendation is to choose a bathroom mirror withsilver plating. Such products are very moisture resistant, which is a huge plus. The only drawback here is the price of the product. In any case, for this type of premises, you should not buy excessively cheap products. As a rule, low-quality mirrors quickly lose their reflective properties due to frequent fogging. Regarding the frame of the product, it should be noted that stainless steel or high-strength plastic are the best materials for the bathroom. Although current trends offer mirrors without any frame at all.
Make plans
At the next stage, we determine the budget of the purchase, presenting the design of the future purchase and understanding how much money it is permissible to spend on it. It would be nice to look at the bathroom mirrors on the Internet, photos of which are posted on various sites, before going to the store. Then you will spend much less time shopping.
Variety of mirrors
All mirrors are conventionally divided into the following groups:
- By size and function: large and small, to carry out certain actions, to improve and expand the territory.
- For shapes: oval, round, square, rectangular.
- According to the variety of designs: for decoration, combined with shelves and cabinets or separate, with or without lighting, heated or not.
- By types of frames: baguettes, tiled decoration, plastic, gold, wood, etc.
Illuminated mirrors
Now the choice of mirrors on the market is simply huge in terms of shape, size, and functionality.
Illuminated mirror in the bathroom is relevant for those rooms where the main lighting is not enough or the room area is quite large. Also, a mirror equipped with additional lighting is very convenient for applying makeup, styling hair and carrying out certain hygiene procedures. In addition, if you do not turn on the main lighting, but use only the lighting from the mirror, you can create a soft, relaxing atmosphere. In such an environment, it is nice to relax after a long day at work.
You can also choose an illuminated bathroom mirror with such an interesting detail as illuminated frames. This modern solution is very well suited for an interior made in dark or bright colors. The backlight can even be multi-colored if desired, this is even more unusual and interesting.
For connoisseurs of "smart" novelties, the market offers touch switches for mirrors: just run your hand along the switch and the light is turned off. No touch of wet hands. Sensory gadgets are more expensive, but they make our life easier. The lighting in such devices can be adjusted, they are moisture resistant, even if water gets in, nothing will happen to the touch mirror, it will continue to work.
Additional features
One of these functions can be considered equipping a bathroom mirror with special heating. This is similar to how the side mirrors in cars are heated. The principle of operation here is simple -reflective foil does its job. A nice little thing - the mirror does not fog up. Such models can be installed by yourself, without resorting to the help of professionals. Well, if financial resources do not allow such additional expenses, there is also a way out. You just need to purchase a special solution and wipe the mirror with it. A special fluid will keep the glass from fogging up for a while.
On sale you can find mirrors in which magnifying glasses are already built in. It is convenient when a person is shaving or washing his face.
Also there are models with a provided socket. In this case, it will be convenient to connect additional lighting, for example.
Mirrors with additional items
There are models combined with functional items such as shelves and small cabinets. By purchasing a mirror in the bathroom with a shelf, you can be sure of the correctness of your decision. For example, a transparent glass shelf, located under the mirror, is strong enough, it is very convenient to place various jars, bottles, jewelry on it.
A bathroom mirror with a cabinet would also be a smart purchase. It's comfortable and very functional. The problem of placing everything you need disappears, and the design itself already plays the role of furniture that can decorate the room.
Choosing a mirror with a shelf (for the bathroom) or with a cabinet, you can solve a lot of problems of a small space - these pieces of furniture are just a lifesaver in many cases.
For a large bathroom
Let's say you have a large room and you don't need to think about how to win an additional place to accommodate everything you need. A mirror with shelves for the bathroom is irrelevant and uninteresting. In this case, an elegant floor mirror in the best traditions of Hollywood cinema is absolutely your option. Not everyone can afford such a luxury.
By installing a "king size" floor mirror, you can add some bohemian, luxury to the decor of the space. How convenient it is to see your reflection in full, and how the bathroom is transformed is simply beyond words.
Small cosmetic mirrors
In addition to the main (large) mirrors, it is recommended to purchase additional small mirrors for the bathroom. They are also called cosmetic. With their help, it is really much more convenient to carry out cosmetic procedures, because. the face can be viewed from a close distance, applying makeup is also incredibly comfortable. Such mirrors can be placed directly on the countertop of the sink or attached to the wall next to the main mirror.
A distinctive feature of a cosmetic mirror is the ability to turn them in different directions. Often manufacturers equip such mirrors with lighting. Don't forget that the materials used to make these mirrors also matter.
Baby Mirrors
The variety of mirrors is so great that if you want you can buyeven small mirrors in the bathroom for children. These are special products, they are almost completely safe, beautifully designed. There are many performance variations. Favorite cartoon characters, funny faces, figurines, animals.
Swimming, looking into such a mirror, will be even more fun. Capricious and crybabies will forget about their tears, looking at such an interesting little thing. But still, no one canceled the vigilance of adults, and it is necessary to look after the kids playing in the bathroom, especially when the child is enthusiastically looking at the mirror.
Mirror set with headset
An excellent option for the bathroom, excluding a long process of thinking, is ready-made furniture sets with a mirror, they are also sometimes called “moidodyr”. Typically, such kits include a sink, a closet under it, a hanging mirror in the bathroom along with a cabinet located behind it. Such a kit can be made as a single unit or from elements independent of each other.
The advantages of such furniture are obvious:
- Designers have already thought of everything in terms of functionality and style.
- Nothing needs to be separately selected and purchased, although if you want to modify the kit with the accessories you need, it will not be difficult.
- Everything is made in the same style, design, color.
- Same manufacturer.
- Same workmanship.
All additional questions can always be asked to a consultant in the store.
How to make bathroom space bigger with mirrors
There are some tricks to help you do this:
- Additional volume to the bathroom will add a round mirror.
- With the help of a square mirror, you can visually give the room more proportionality. This is true for narrow and rectangular rooms.
- To visually raise not very high ceilings, it is recommended to choose an elongated mirror.
- If you want a large and wide bathroom, at least visually, get a rectangular or elongated mirror.
- Such a trick as a mirror screen under the bath will also greatly increase the space of the room. But you need to take into account that such a screen must be durable, and it is desirable to keep order in the room so that scattered things are not reflected and do not spoil the overall picture.
Some tips for buying a mirror
Don't buy your bathroom mirror online. It is better to contact specialized stores selling furniture and interior items. Here you will be able to provide all the guarantees of quality.
Also entrusting such a purchase to someone else is also not a good idea, since you will have to use it. And all people perceive the reflection in their own way. You need to find a mirror in which the buyer himself will be perfectly reflected. In a word, you need to make friends with the mirror.
If the mirror is with a cabinet, open the door, reach out and feel the shelf. Are you comfortable? Nothing should hinder movement and limit space.
Pay specialattention to the quality with which all edges, ends, surfaces are made. Any shortcomings are a reason to refuse the purchase.
Remember that ordinary bathroom mirrors will not work. Choose only products with a special coating.
Models of mirrors are better to choose with metal fittings - it is durable, wear-resistant. Plastic is not desirable.
Do not forget to take into account the growth of all your household members. Everyone should be comfortable and convenient. There are no special instructions regarding the width of the mirror, but it is preferable to focus on the width of the sink.
Remember the general style of the space.
When purchasing a large bathroom mirror, it is advisable to take care of spot lighting for it.
My light, mirror, tell me
The right bathroom mirror can transform a space beyond recognition. For this room, a mirror is the most important element of decor, a necessary detail. The mirror can become a highlight in the interior. Therefore, the choice must be taken with all responsibility, not forgetting the smallest details. The main postulates are discussed in this article, of course, it is probably impossible to cover everything at once. But, armed with the knowledge presented here, you can already understand a lot, and questions that arise in the process of choosing and acquiring this attribute can be easily clarified with specialists in their field directly in the store.
May your chosen bathroom mirror please you every day. Sets the mood, gives confidence and highlights your best features. Don't want to leave the bathroom. Enjoy the new interior, admire your reflection, relax in a cozy bathroom with a book or a glass of wine, show off your knowledge in the field of mirror selection. Let your home be the place where you always want to return! Good luck!
