In truth, very few of us consider taking the time to properly choose a bathroom mirror. It's important to remember that the mirror should match not only the style but also the size of the bathroom. A bathroom mirror serves not only a practical purpose but also an aesthetic one, and it can influence the appearance of the entire room. The modern bathroom goods market provides us with numerous options when it comes to choosing the right mirror, whether in terms of shape, size, or even finish.
A bathroom mirror, essential in every bathroom
When decorating a bathroom, we usually try to give it a specific style, so the choice of mirror cannot be left to chance. It's an extremely important element of equipment that serves all household members every day. It can have a decorative function, but its functional aspect is really the most important. Every day we stand in front of the mirror to apply makeup or shave our faces, style our hair, put in contact lenses, and finally, simply to check our appearance.
The bathroom mirror should be large enough to comfortably view the upper part of the figure. In a large bathroom, you can have a bigger mirror that allows you to see your entire figure. However, most often the bathroom is not too large a room, so mirrors are usually mounted above the sink at the face height of most household members. For small bathroom mirrors, a round or oval mirror works just as well as a rectangular one.
At what height to mount the bathroom mirror?
Regardless of whether you choose a round mirror, a rectangular mirror, an oval mirror, or a model in yet another shape, the height at which the bathroom mirror is hung is very important. A properly chosen mirror should allow all household members to view themselves comfortably. For large mirrors hanging on the wall, it's considered that the lower edge of the mirror should be no lower than 120 cm from the floor. For smaller mirrors hanging above the sink, it's good to keep a distance of 20 cm above it, which will prevent the mirror from splashing during hand washing. Meanwhile, the upper edge of the mirror should not be higher than the upper edge of the bathroom door. Also take into account the size of the sink. These rules apply to rectangular and round mirrors, regardless of their size.
The parameters of the bathroom mirror should be adjusted to the dimensions of the bathroom, keeping in mind that a reflective light pane can further affect the optical correction of the room size. If there's an opportunity to place a mirror opposite the window, the natural light reflecting in it will give the bathroom an exceptional character. In a small windowless bathroom, it's worth installing backlit mirrors – using a LED lamp placed in the frame or placing suitable lighting on both sides of the mirror.
Rectangular or round mirror for the bathroom?
In truth, dimensions are more important than shape when it comes to choosing a bathroom mirror. A large mirror not only allows you to see more but can also positively affect the perception of the bathroom's size. Both round and rectangular mirrors have their advocates, so it's best to match their shape to the bathroom's style. In a modern bathroom, mirrors with shapes that deviate from the classic will fit well. The market offers cabinets with mirrored fronts, and you can also find mirrors glued into tiles, allowing you to fit them into the space available in the room.
Much depends on individual preferences and the size of the room. If you're looking for a way to enlarge the bathroom, it's hard to do it with a round mirror; rectangular ones will work best here. A fantastic effect can be achieved by placing a mirror on the entire wall; one large mirror will make the room seem much larger than it is. Its frame is equally important, a crystal mirror requires an appropriate frame, for example, in a glamour style, gold-colored pieces decorated with ornaments work well.
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