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Bathroom mirror: size, height and light

The mirror is the first thing you see in the morning and the most used item in the bathroom after the faucet. Its size, height, and lighting matter more than the frame.

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Composition

Elegant LED bathroom mirrors

Mirrors with integrated lighting, from 70 × 70 to 160 × 80 cm. Many have demisting and dimmable lighting; details are on each product page.

LED Mirror 100 × 70 €630,95 Marcello LED Mirror 160 × 80 €329,95 Celeste LED Mirror Ø100 €331,95 NUK LED Mirror 70 × 70 €486,95
În compoziție
  1. BK006/1000X700 LED Mirror €630,95
  2. Rectangular LED Mirror, 160x80cm, Motion Sensor Glow Marcello, Defogging System, Clock & Thermometer, Cosmetic Magnifier, Dimmable €329,95
  3. Round LED Mirror, 100cm, Celeste Majesté Noir MotionGlow Marcello, Defogger System, Clock & Thermometer, Dimmable €331,95
  4. NUK LED Mirror, 70x70cm, 12W, Black, Sensor, Light 3000K, 4000K, 6000K, Defogging System, Metal, Clock and Temperature Functions €486,95

  • ≈ 160cm

    The Mirror Center

    From the floor, almost at eye level. Adjust to the height of those in the household.

  • 20–30cm

    Over the sink

    Between the bottom edge of the mirror and the countertop or faucet.

  • 4000K

    For makeup

    Neutral light, with CRI 90+, which faithfully renders skin tones.

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Elevated: 85 cm vanity with mirror and side sconces.
Sketch

The sink, the mirror, and the light

Start with the sink: the countertop at 85 cm, the mirror 20–30 cm above it. The mirror should not exceed the width of the furniture and should be centered at around 160 cm.

Side lighting at face level does not cast shadows under the eyes. If the mirror has built-in LEDs, wall lights are no longer necessary.

How big should it be

The mirror should be no wider than the furniture beneath it, ideally 5–10 cm narrower on each side. For an 80 cm vanity, choose a mirror 60–80 cm wide. For double vanities, you have two options: one long mirror spanning the entire vanity, or two identical mirrors, each centered over its own sink.

How high to mount it

  • Bottom edge: 20–30 cm above the countertop or faucet to keep it from getting splashed.
  • Center: around 155–165 cm from the floor, close to eye level.
  • Top edge: at least 185–190 cm high, so that taller people can see themselves too.

For mirrors taller than 100 cm, the center can be higher, but the bottom edge should remain 20–30 cm above the countertop.

Lighting for the mirror

Overhead lighting casts shadows under the eyes and chin. Side lighting or integrated lighting around the mirror illuminates the face evenly. Choose neutral 4000 K lighting with a CRI of 90 or higher for applying makeup and shaving. Mirrors with adjustable lighting (3000/4000/6000 K) let you see how your makeup looks in warm evening light too.

Features worth having

  • Defogging: a heated film behind the mirror keeps the central area clear after a shower.
  • Sensor or touch control: turn on the light without a separate switch.
  • Mirrored cabinet: extra storage, useful in small bathrooms.
  • IP44: the minimum splash protection for any LED mirror mounted near a sink.

Designer's tip: choose the mirror shape based on the sink. A round or oval sink looks good under a round mirror; a straight countertop calls for a rectangular mirror with slightly rounded corners.

Common mistakes

  • A mirror wider than the vanity, which looks like it's floating.
  • Mounting it too high, with your face at the bottom of the mirror.
  • A single bright light overhead.

From the store

Products suitable for this guide

All LED mirrors
Stoc epuizatLED Mirror PG/550X1100

LED Mirror PG/550X1100

€575,95
Stoc epuizatMotionGlow LED Mirror with Defogger System, Thermometer and Clock, Gold-Painted Round Frame, 100 cm Diameter, Cool/Warm/Neutral Dimmable Light, Marcello Funghi Collection

MotionGlow LED Mirror with Defogger System, Thermometer and Clock, Gold-Painted Round Frame, 100 cm Diameter, Cool/Warm/Neutral Dimmable Light, Marcello Funghi Collection

€331,95
Stoc epuizatNOVARA LED Touch Mirror Defogger System, Clock and Temperature 90 cm Brushed Black Frame

NOVARA LED Touch Mirror Defogger System, Clock and Temperature 90 cm Brushed Black Frame

€252,95
Stoc epuizatLED Mirror with Bathroom Cabinet and Wall-Hung Sink, 80x60 cm, Modern Design, Integrated Lighting

LED Mirror with Bathroom Cabinet and Wall-Hung Sink, 80x60 cm, Modern Design, Integrated Lighting

€387,95
Stoc epuizatLED Mirror YKL/550X1100

LED Mirror YKL/550X1100

€498,95
Stoc epuizatRectangular LED Mirror, 120x80cm, Definition MotionGlow Marcello, Defogger System, Clock & Thermometer, Cosmetic Magnifier, Dimmable

Rectangular LED Mirror, 120x80cm, Definition MotionGlow Marcello, Defogger System, Clock & Thermometer, Cosmetic Magnifier, Dimmable

€310,95

Checklist

Before you order

Five quick checks to ensure the product you choose is right the first time.

  • The mirror is not wider than the furniture beneath it.
  • The bottom edge is 20–30 cm above the countertop.
  • The center of the mirror is about 160 cm from the floor.
  • The light is lateral or integrated, 4000 K, with CRI 90+.
  • The mirror has IP44 and, ideally, anti-fogging.
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