Mirror in the bathroom with lights (200+ Photos): Practicality and originality of the idea. Choose additional accessories (socket / clock / heated)
Illumination of the mirror in the bathroom is not mandatory. But if you see the effect of this - you can not deny it to yourself. The mirror can be completely different, so that everyone can choose an option for themselves. Our selection of options will surprise you and show the beauty of this room.
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Mirror closet in the bathroom
Mirror wardrobe - this is one of the fresh ideas in the design of the bathroom. It refers to the practical of furniturewhich is especially suitable for small rooms, because the function and shelves for storage of various funds and the accessory itself.
Practical furniture that can decorate the bath
Those who have already purchased a mirror wardrobe in the bathroom, note the following advantages of this furniture:
- the ability to fill the desired number of shelves, hooks, departments;
- simple assembly technology (many cope with it independently);
- the organization of lighting both inside the cabinet and outside;
- energy savings due to the presence of the backlight;
- the possibility of implementing any version of the internal space and exterior decoration.
Convenience for the whole family
Members of a large family will appreciate the purchase of a mirror cabinet in the bathroom. Usually, hygiene items should be at hand, in a place accessible to everyone, for example, if there are children, you can place the locker low, having allocated for them the lower shelves.
All hygiene items at hand
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return to menu ↑Materials
Every housewife knows that when choosing furniture the main determining criterion is reliability, which directly depends on the material used in the manufacture of the model. The same applies to the choice of mirror cabinet in the bathroom. For a material to be reliable, it must have the following properties:
Reliability and high quality mirror cabinet
- do not change color even with long operation;
- do not change in size (do not sag);
- reject the effects of moisture and steam, without which it can not do in the bathroom;
- the coating should not stratify and / or peel;
- do not deteriorate with a sharp change in temperature in the room.
Comfort, stylish design and functionality
Manufacturers offer mirrors cabinets of different materials. The most durable, reliable and practical of them are:
- special glass;
- combination of metal and wood parts;
- imitation of natural stones;
- Coated chipboard laminate flooring;
- plastic.
A wooden cabinet requires special care.
The last two options - the cheapest, so their reliability is much lower than the rest. At the same time, chipboard and plastic are the best low-cost options compared to other existing ones.
As for the glass, in the manufacture of cabinet mirrors are used specialized samples, characterized by impact resistance and reliability.
The most durable mirrors are cabinets made of imitated natural stones. They are not only practical, but also look noble, and their only disadvantage is the high cost.
Place near the mirror can be decorated with pictures
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Mirror closet for the bathroom can be designed under the available free space. Manufacturers offer a huge range of variations of models, the most popular of them are such designs:
Cabinet with floor to ceiling mirrors
Suspended design is the most popular
The mezzanine design has a large capacity
Minimum space, but with a large capacity
Touch mirror
Sensory technologies are used in the manufacture of virtually any furniture, including mirrors in the bathroom. The essence of the mechanism is the response of a special sensor mounted on a switch that reacts to the movement of a hand.
Many speak positively of this option to turn on the backlight, because it is very convenient: just hold your hand to the switch, as the backlight immediately turns on. This is practical in the bathroom, because you often have to use the mirror when your hands are wet. And in this case it is dangerous and inconvenient to touch an ordinary electrical switch.
White bath with touch mirror
For the touch switch to work properly, it is important to place it correctly, for example, next to the mirror itself. Then, coming to him and seeing that the light is not enough, you can just hold out your hand and turn on the backlight.
Because as soon as you reach out to take something from them, the backlight will turn on.
Modern moisture resistant mirror
Round and oval
Round and oval mirrors are associated with the make-up rooms of the stars, which are known for their pomp. At the same time, if only such a shape fits into the bathroom interior, you can choose a design that will look original.
Why do oval and round mirrors usually cost more?
To give the glass a rounded shape, you need to use more technology, and, therefore, it will require more costs.
Large round mirror can be placed above the bath
Some people think that round and oval mirrors are not practical, because shelves cannot be placed on them. In fact, it is not.
First, mirrors of this form are often present on models of cabinet mirrors, which can be easily mounted into them.
Secondly, the shelves can be placed on different sides of an individual round or oval mirror:
Two semi-circular mirrors emphasize the classic style of the room.
Side shelves serve for added convenience.
Small holders do not take up much space.
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return to menu ↑LED backlight
LEDs are considered to be one of the best lighting options.. Given that the bathroom needs a careful approach to the choice of lighting, this option will be the most practical. After all, in this room is usually not present for other rooms daylight, so you have to do with auxiliary sources of lighting.
LED backlight - the most practical choice
Despite this, the quantity and quality of light at the output does not suffer, that is, the cost-effectiveness of LED backlighting does not adversely affect its quality.
Mysterious black bathroom with marble accents
Also, the advantage of LED backlights is their immediate response to the inclusion. Another significant plus is that they calmly tolerate a temperature drop, which is very important in bathrooms, where both humidity and temperature change constantly.
Restrained beauty of minimalism
Also, bathroom mirrors, which are equipped with LED lights, can be used not only as an additional source of lighting, but also for decoration. Many models are equipped with multi-mode LED backlighting, which includes the function of changing the color palette.Thus, it is possible to change the color of the backlight of the mirror, even depending on your mood.
LED lighting is used not only for lighting, but also for decorating
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The type of lamps used for illumination is important, because the brightness of the lighting depends on them, that is, if you choose the wrong option, you will have to buy additional light sources. LED lamps are not the only economical and high-quality choice. Many also use:
- halogen;
- fluorescent;
- neon light bulbs.
Halogen bulbs give bright light
Halogen lamps for lighting to the mirror in the bathroom are suitable because they work great in rooms with high humidity. It is believed that they are 10 times more efficient than ordinary lamps. Light sources are powered from a direct current voltage of 200V.
Bell-luminescent and neon lamps belong to the category of gas-discharge light sources. With a minimum amount of energy consumed, the result is diffused lighting. Due to this, the light in the bathroom looks close to natural, which is very much appreciated in these rooms. After all, the usual sunlight there is often little or none.
Fluorescent and neon lamps consume large amounts of energy
Backlight Varieties
There are two main types of illuminated mirrors:
- external;
- internal.
Each of them has distinctive characteristics and advantages; therefore, it is necessary to choose one of them on the basis of its own needs. Another common type of mirror lighting in the bathroom is decorative, its only purpose - the decoration of the room.
Light green hues backlight is more to decorate the room
This light gives an expensive and elegant look.
If we talk about practicality, then it is worth comparing the external and internal illumination, because decorative is not a full source of lighting. Consider the features of these two species.
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External illumination of the mirror implies the presence of lamps, which are located either on the sides of the frame or in its upper part. To be able to get the most clear reflection, it is recommended to embed the backlight from all sides. The brightness of such a highlight will be enough for hygienic and cosmetic procedures, for example, you can easily apply makeup, shave, do hair.
Lamps on the sides of the frame and in its upper part provide the greatest illumination.
Three-sided illumination can be made using different lamps. The most effective is such an option: several small or one large lamp of oblong shape are built into the upper frame, and small lamps (point light sources) are mounted on the sides.
The number of lamps used in the design of external illumination of the mirror depends primarily on its size and the main lighting in the bathroom.
Mirror cabinet with two oblong lamps
As for the choice of the color of the lamps, the most practical is the classic white lighting. Earlier in a fashion were multi-colored lamps, but in fact they bring a lot of inconvenience. It is unlikely that you can successfully apply makeup or perform any hygienic procedure in this light.
Two point lights illuminate the creative shape of the mirror
White light is best
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Interior lighting in the bathroom mirror is absolutely no worse in quality and clarity of the external image. When the lamps are inside, they provide an even distribution of light over the surface, so you can relax and not strain your eyes.
Interior lights are more comfortable for the eyes
The simplest and practical way to make the internal illumination of a mirror is to use LED lamps, which can be arranged either individually or by tape. At registration you can give free rein to fantasy and glue the ribbons in any geometric or other shape.
The mirror with internal illumination looks impressive, which has the form of an intricate ornament, so that everyone who sees it for the first time, involuntarily stops to examine the drawing.
With the help of lamps you can highlight labels and patterns.
Another advantage of the lamps installed from the inside is the effect on the glass - it is heated. Many people are used to the fact that after taking a bath or a shower, it’s impossible to see yourself in the mirror right away, because the glass will fog up from the steam.
Thanks to heating, this does not happen, and even if a couple has a lot and yet such a problem appears, it passes quickly, and the glass itself remains clean.
Heated for the mirror eliminates steam
Internal illumination of the mirror in the bathroom will cost much more expensive than the outside. However, soft lighting, ease of use, three-dimensional patterns that attract the eye - all this justifies the cost.
Interior lighting is more expensive, but a number of advantages justifies its installation
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return to menu ↑Light fixtures
Lamps that are used in the design of the exterior lighting of the mirror in the bathroom can be varied in appearance and purpose. As already mentioned, most often they are located on the top and / or side frame. However, in some cases they can be attached to the wall next to the mirror.
Classic bathroom
The main task at registration fixtures To the bathroom mirror - getting ambient light, which affects the quality and clarity of the display.
Flower bouquets in the bathroom are increasingly gaining popularity
Another recommendation when choosing luminaires is to determine the color of the ceiling.
You can choose not white, but transparent or special color shade. But then the light emanating from the lamp will blind, and if it is used for a long time, painful sensations will appear in the eye area.
Very convenient option - two sinks in the bathroom
The scattered light from correctly selected lamps is best to complement the direct.To get the light directed to a certain point, you can use models with adjustable angle. Such lamps can be rotated in the right direction to focus a straight line of light at the desired point. It is important that it was not directed upwards, but vice versa.
Framed mirror matches the entire interior.
Optional Attributes
A mirror with lighting in the bathroom can be equipped with additional elements, both decor and practical details. As for the decor, they can be any details that would have looked advantageously in the room.
For example, if the bathroom is built in the style high tech, and the mirror is round, then it does not fit the characteristic geometric shapes. In order not to change the mirror to a rectangular or asymmetric one, it is possible to decorate it with elements of such a shape. An excellent option would be a bezel or frame around it, it can be a strip glued to the wall. The result is a “circle in a square” technique, and it already suits the high-tech style more than a circle.
Hi-tech bathroom
Additional decoration can be specific figures that are mounted on the frame, especially often they are used by families in which there are children.
White furniture in beige interior
With shelves and lighting
As already mentioned, the shelves can be mounted as separately, around the mirror, and can be embedded. When choosing them, it is important to take into account the needs and characteristics of the bathroom. If there is a special locker in it, where all the items needed for water procedures are stored, then the main goal of the shelf is the decor of the whole room. In this case, they should not be much, it is enough that they just could rely on some trifle.
Shelf wall length
If there is a need to put any items on the shelves, then you need to take care that they do not overlap the reflection in the mirror. In such cases, you should not use the built-in shelves, which are mounted so as to affect part of the glass. After all, if you put more things on them, then part of the mirror will be blocked.
Original wooden frame that serves as a shelf
The rule of good tone is the presence of a special shelf on which things are placed when washing hands. Many have to remove watches, rings, and possibly other accessories, so when guests come to you, they should not experience discomfort when they go to the bathroom.
Glass shelf light, not bulky
With clock and backlight
Another important element that can be mounted in a mirror with light is a clock.. At first glance it may seem that they are absolutely not needed in the bathroom, it’s more common to see them in the hall, in the hallway, in the kitchen. In fact, lovers of taking a bath and spending a lot of time in the bathroom will appreciate this idea.
The clock on the touch panel - ideal for fans to spend a lot of time in the bathroom
Usually the watches look appropriate and even luxurious on large mirrors with internal LED lighting. They can be located in one of the corners or in the upper part of the glass. Such models always look noble and are particularly suitable for bathrooms, the interior of which is made in one of the popular styles.
In addition, a sensor is often mounted with a clock that indicates the temperature of the room, which is also convenient, especially when bathing babies. In addition, each additional attribute has its own mechanism of action, so they are practically unrelated to each other. If only a clock or temperature indicator breaks, minimal repairs will be required.
A temperature sensor is also located on the touchscreen.
With light and socket
The most practical addition to the backlit mirror in the bathroom is the socket. It can be embedded in the side panel and be hidden. In the mirror cabinet models, several outlets can be built in, from different sides or next to each other.
Socket - a necessary thing in the bathroom
No one will argue that the outlet in the bathroom is a necessity. Even when carrying out daily procedures, you can not do without it. Many modern appliances are electric, and it is difficult to manage without them. These include:
- razor;
- hair dryer, curling iron and other hair styling devices;
- epilator, etc.
Socket inside the cabinet
Why are built-in mirrors with illuminated sockets much better than separate ones?
First, in most cases, mirrors are placed above the sink, the use of which cannot be dispensed with in most procedures.
Secondly, it is very practical, because everything is at hand, which will save time.
And, thirdly, when the bathroom is made in a beautiful style, it looks noble and luxurious, then such a trifle as a socket in the middle of the wall can spoil the interior and the overall impression of the room.
Several hidden connectors
Mirror with lights and heated
The option of heating is important for the bathroom, as for a wet room, so if you can, you should buy a mirror with lights and heating. Any interior illumination with LED lamps or ribbons provides such an effect, but it is poorly pronounced and therefore the glass still sweats. The built-in heater can solve this problem and allow you to forget how it is “not to see yourself in the mirror”.
Built-in heater will take care of the steam issue
You should not worry that heating will be superfluous because of the consumed energy. In modern models used heating elements, which are distinguished by their efficiency. On average, they consume from 12 to 25 watts, this figure depends on the size of the mirror itself.
The heating element contributes to the fact that the surface temperature of the glass is maintained at a constant rate of 40 degrees Celsius. The main advantages of this effect are:
- lack of fogging;
- increase the life of the glass;
- comfort and safety for humans.
Heating increases the duration of operation of the mirror
Despite the fact that mirrors with lights and heated are much more expensive than others, when buying, it is important to consider the lifetime. Due to the presence of a heating element, the amalgam of glass is retained, therefore, after many years, the display will be as clear and the glass will look like new.
Modern models use heating elements that save energy
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return to menu ↑Installation features
If an ordinary mirror is just enough to hang on the wall, then when installing models with backlight, it is required to connect the lamps to the source of electricity. It does not need to be a master, if you follow the manufacturer's instructions, then you can cope with this task yourself.
White and neon lighting
First of all it is necessary to take care of the presence of the socket. It is much easier to install a mirror in the part of the bathroom where it is, than to create a new one. Otherwise, it is necessary to prepare a cut of electrical wire.
To fix the illuminated mirror to the wall, you will need dowels, which are included in the kit. If its size is large, then special metal bolts are usually used for reliability. Here is an approximate installation sequence:
- Outline a place on the wall with a tape measure and a simple pencil.
- We drill holes for dowels or other means of fastening using a perforator. In this case, it is important to turn on the device to the weak mode.
- Into the holes obtained inserts dowels or other devices.
- We install the mirror and connect it to the outlet prepared beforehand.
Fits perfectly into the trendy styles of the common room.
If the bathroom walls are made of tiles, you need to install especially carefully. To lay the wires to the outlet is usually required to make the cut, which after the completion of the work is processed by putty. So it may require a little facelift.
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