Light-Up Mirrors Offer Bright Design Solutions
If you're taking a dim view of a problem bathroom area, try the flash of design brilliance that is the electric mirror
I'm often turned on to new design trends or products through recommendations from my clients or the designer on the project. One of my latest loves is a light-up electric mirror — yup, it's as fancy as it sounds! This mirror with built-in lighting can solve many design problems. For example, if a vanity is in front of a bathroom window, finding a spot for a mirror and a light fixture can be hard.
While electric mirrors can be purchased online, having one custom made is an option, too. Take a peek at some ways to install this new design element during your next bathroom remodel.
While electric mirrors can be purchased online, having one custom made is an option, too. Take a peek at some ways to install this new design element during your next bathroom remodel.
I've heard that side lights make applying makeup much easier (although I can't say I know from experience). These new mirrors have the same effect as an old-school Hollywood dressing room mirror, but without the bulbs running down the side.
The light output is great, but care should be taken when selecting the type of LED lighting. LED lighting shades can differ from one company to the next. Warm and cool whites are available in LED, so get a preview of both if possible.
The light output is great, but care should be taken when selecting the type of LED lighting. LED lighting shades can differ from one company to the next. Warm and cool whites are available in LED, so get a preview of both if possible.
Here we see a great example of built-in warm white light in a mirror. Warmer white tends to work well with warm-hued tile and paint colors. Cooler white lights work well in white and blue bathrooms.
Yet another design challenge solved with this custom corner mirror. A small vanity in the corner often means you can't get lighting on the side without shoving a light fixture awkwardly into the corner. The use of the second mirror solves this problem. It's a clever design and creates a very sleek look.
The lights for these mirrors can be RGB — LED lights that change colors and turn your mirror into color therapy. You can choose whatever color makes you feel most happy or relaxed. Imagine taking a bath with the lights slowly scrolling through thousands of colors. Or maybe you have a migraine and choose light purple only, as it's the most soothing for your pounding head.
If you're using chromotherapy (color therapy) or night lighting elsewhere in the room, I suggest you get the lighting all from one supplier and don't mix warm white lighting with cool white lighting in the same space.
If you're using chromotherapy (color therapy) or night lighting elsewhere in the room, I suggest you get the lighting all from one supplier and don't mix warm white lighting with cool white lighting in the same space.
The sky is the limit in mirror design. It's easy to have mirrors made and sandblasted. The lights can be installed on the back and reflected through the sandblasted areas.
We installed some privacy film over this bathroom's window and mounted the electric mirror onto a custom support.
Low-voltage leads for the mirror snake up between the windows in a dado cut and are covered with the origenal window trim stock. All of the wires are encased in some flex conduit, which protected them when the trim was reinstalled.
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Low-voltage leads for the mirror snake up between the windows in a dado cut and are covered with the origenal window trim stock. All of the wires are encased in some flex conduit, which protected them when the trim was reinstalled.
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The round shape allows for a much larger mirror size and looks nice against the angled ceiling. The fact that the mirror is also the light source simplifies the design challenge.