Lowes Bathroom Lights Over Mirror (2024)

FAQs

Can bathroom lights go over the mirror? ›

There are several different approaches to bathroom lighting, and one common strategy is to place lights above your vanity mirror to provide ample illumination for grooming and beautifying—whether you're getting ready for a day at work or a night out.

Vanity lighting comprises any light that is installed over a bathroom sink, commonly on either side of or above a mirror. The sink may or may not have a vanity cabinet surrounding it, and the mirror might be installed against the wall or part of a functional medicine cabinet; the lighting needs remain the same.

Vertical Fixtures and Sconces

Vertical fixtures or sconces can be mounted on either side of the mirror and are ideal for casting even light across the face, minimizing shadows, and providing optimal illumination for grooming.

For a single-lamp fixture, choose a light approximately one-third of the width of your mirror. Multi-light fixtures look balanced when they are shorter, as long as or wider than the mirror. Just make sure it's not bigger than the vanity.

With regards to installation, LED strip lights are manufactured with an adhesive backing which makes them incredibly easy to install behind mirrors (or other objects), without the need for brackets or screws.

A double light over each sink should be sufficient with a window and assuming the shower is directly across from the vanity and that is the extent of the room. Other options are three single sconces mounted on the mirror and an over head light to give more light to the shower.

Some vanity lights are even more versatile, because they can be mounted with glass or diffuser up or down. With the exposed light bulb facing down there will be a bit more light, but glare will increase. With diffuser/glassware facing up, some light may be blocked, but the glare can be reduced.

Over the mirror

Since your average bathroom vanity is 36 inches tall, you should center your lights over the sink above the mirror about 40 inches above your vanity top, or 76 inches above the floor.

Longevity: LED bulbs have a longer lifespan, which means fewer replacements. This is especially handy for bathroom vanity lighting, which is often used multiple times a day. Versatility in Design: Modern LED vanity lights come in a variety of designs, from classic bulb shapes to sleek, contemporary fixtures.

Which colour temperature is the best for bathroom lighting? Your bathroom lighting must provide both bright light for styling and grooming and warm spa lighting. 3,500-4,000 Kelvin (neutral white) is ideal for bright light. Warm white to golden light between 2,700 and 3,300 Kelvin promotes relaxation.

Should bathroom lights be warm or cool? ›

A warm white light (3000K) for bathing and going to the toilet is ideal for providing a comfortable and at ease atmosphere. However, for light fixtures that would illuminate your mirror where you would do the shaving, plucking, or skin care, cool white light (4000K) is the ideal temperature.

If you are hanging a vanity light of your mirror, the light fixture should be around a third of the width of your mirror. It shouldn't be any longer than the mirror's width. For vanities with a wider countertop or that have two sinks, you can explore a multi-light vanity fixture.

It's not recommended to install vanity lights above the mirror as it can create unflattering shadows on the face. It's best to install them on either side of the mirror, at approximately eye level.

4 Bathroom Light

A 4 light fixture is simply a step up from the 3 light fixture. Typically, a four-light vanity fixture will be installed over a vanity sink that ranges from 48 to 72 inches.

If you are hanging a vanity light of your mirror, the light fixture should be around a third of the width of your mirror. It shouldn't be any longer than the mirror's width.

Whilst called picture lights the use isn't limited to pictures they can be used above mirrors or even menu boards in restaurants anywhere where you wish to direct some light towards the wall.

Light sources should be placed so that light emanates from above, below and both sides of a bathroom mirror. Light sources should be placed so that light emanates from above, below and both sides of a bathroom mirror.

Not all mirrors reflect all light that shines on it. Some do allow light to pass through it. These are known as partially reflective mirrors or one-way mirrors.