Recommendations for choosing a mirror
Since the bathroom is a room with a high level of humidity, it is better to choose mirrors with a corrosion-resistant coating. The frame should perform not only decorative, but also protective functions.
The height of the mirror depends on the height of family members. Mirror panels, which are assembled from an abstract collage, look very impressive. Products with a height from the floor to the ceiling look luxurious in the interior and make it possible to increase the space.
When choosing mirrors, you need to pay attention to the quality of the products. The reflection should be clear and the surface should be clean, free of bubbles, cracks and foreign inclusions. The back of the product must have a moisture-resistant coating.
How to choose a bathroom mirror: quality check
First of all, no visual defects should be noticeable on the mirror surface - chips, cracks, bubbles or foreign inclusions. The reflection of a moving object should also be clear, without a ripple effect.
The thickness of the moisture-resistant coating must be at least 3 mm. The back of the mirror should also be covered with a moisture-resistant film - its service life and quality of reflection depend on this.
Really good mirrors are made from silicate glass of the highest categories with a thickness of 4-5mm. When choosing the thickness of a mirror for a bathroom, you should understand that if the surface is too thin or uneven, the proportions of the reflection may be distorted.
Edge. The wide edge of a complex shape gives the mirror a special expressiveness. But above all, the edge protects the coating. The durability and strength of the mirror depend on the quality of its processing.
Types of edge processing in increasing complexity (and cost):
- stripping – the sharp cutting edge of the glass is removed;
- simple processing - obtaining a smooth rounded edge;
- polishing – obtaining a transparent edge in the shape of a trapezoid;
- grinding – obtaining a matte trapezoidal edge;
- bevelling - the polished edge is beveled at a slight angle in relation to the mirror surface, giving it a finished look and decorating it with shimmers of light.
Types of insole edge processing
Choice of shape and size
Looking at numerous photos of mirrors in the bathroom, you can see how the interior is transformed when using mirror tiles.
It can be square, rectangular, oval, round or triangular. With the help of such products it is possible to adjust the proportions of the room, visually expanding or lengthening it.
When choosing the sizes of mirror tiles, you should not limit yourself to standard options. At the same time, designers advise paying attention to the area of the room.
A large mirror placed in the middle of the wall looks great in a small room. The optimal size of the mirror is considered to be the same as the width of the sink.
Advantages
- Functionality, which makes it possible to have a mirror and a place to store the necessary hygiene and cosmetic supplies;
- Saves space, as two items take up twice as much space as one;
- Possibility to use various original design solutions. There are many options here: corner, wall with mirrored doors, additional small and large drawers with mirrors.
In this case, the following will be stored in the locker:
- Various cosmetics;
- Personal hygiene products;
- Shampoos, shower gels, scrubs, soaps and more;
- Medications.
Mirror cabinets used in the bathroom, thanks to modern solutions and designers' ideas, are distinguished by great diversity.
Built-in options
There are two types of such models:
- Mirrors built into a wall lined with ceramic tiles. They look original and stylish, giving an interesting look to any modern interior.
- Mirrors built into cabinets and other furniture. A bathroom cabinet with a mirror allows you to combine the convenience of storing necessary things with the active use of the accessory.
When the room is properly decorated, mirrors become the highlight of the interior, giving it completeness and ennobling the room.
The best manufacturers of bathroom mirrors
Probably everyone will agree that one of the guarantees of product quality is purchasing it from a trusted manufacturer. Let's take a look at the leading brands.
Alavann
The company has been present on the Russian market since 2005 and successfully implements plans to improve the interior through its own production of bathroom furniture, accessories, illuminated mirrors and bath screens.
The main principle of work is the production of high-quality designer furniture at affordable prices. Products are created according to our own exclusive designs, taking into account European quality standards. The company uses reliable moisture-resistant materials, environmentally friendly paint, enamel, and fittings from the world's leading manufacturers. The manufacturer's warranty is three years: the company is confident in the quality of its products thanks to thorough checks at every stage of production. Another advantage is delivery both throughout Russia and to the CIS countries, wholesale and retail.
Villeroy & Boch
A company known for the consistent quality and attractive design of its products, including furniture and bathroom accessories. In addition to stylish design solutions, the products are distinguished by unsurpassed functionality and ease of use. Manufacturer's warranty – service life of ten years. The only disadvantages include, perhaps, the high cost of products and the lack of a developed dealer network in Russia.
Aquatone
The full-cycle plant, registered in the Moscow region, is independently responsible for the design, production and sale of furniture, sinks and bathroom mirrors. The main advantage of its products is ergonomics and durability. The warranty period is three years or more. In cases where repairs are still necessary, they can be carried out at one of the many customer service centers.
Northa
produces mirrors and bathroom furniture, presented in three price categories. All mirrors are silver-plated and anti-corrosion coated. Mirror cabinets and shelves are made of high-class moisture-resistant chipboard. The warranty period for products is two years.
Dreja
The Czech company DREYA has been represented on the Russian market since 2004.
Its main activity is the production of furniture and accessories for bathrooms. A variety of models, high quality, environmentally friendly materials and reasonable product prices are the main advantages of this manufacturer. A well-chosen mirror enlivens and decorates the interior, making it both elegant and functional. Before choosing it, you need to decide which design concept you are going to follow. Searching for specific parameters and manufacturers will lead you to the desired result much faster.
Hanging models
An optimal and convenient option that can radically change the visual perception of the situation. Such models have different shapes and sizes, which allows you to choose the ideal model for any interior.
Even inexpensive bathroom mirrors can look luxurious. A lot depends on the design and lighting. Hanging mirrors in wide colored and dark frames look impressive: they go perfectly with multi-colored ceramic tiles.
The original pair
Increasingly, in modern bathroom design projects you can see two sinks. If space allows, it makes sense to spend a little more budget to install a couple of sinks and then enjoy the benefits and time savings, especially in the mornings when the whole family is getting ready to start a new day. Well, where two sinks are located, it would be logical to hang a couple of mirrors above each of them.
For a bathroom in a classic style, with colorful wallpaper and impressive furniture, two light mirrors with an original shape have become not only a practical interior detail, but also a decoration.
This option for decorating mirrors is more suitable for a fairly strict and laconic bathroom design. The material that was used for the mirror frames was repeated in the hanging storage systems under the sinks and the design of the window opening.
Two original mirrors became the highlight of the marine-style bathroom interior. The use of a blue and white palette, mosaic finishing of the apron, rope decor - everything works to create a non-trivial image of the room.
Together with an unusual chandelier with many colored elements, these two luxurious mirrors not only diluted the snow-white decor of the bathroom, but also made it brighter, more interesting, and more attractive.
Multifaceted mirrors are an original design trend of recent years. The not too pompous design allows them to be used for traditional bathroom interiors, which still require some contrast and variety.
Snow-white frames, decorated with abundant stucco, will look organically in the classic style of the bathroom, in the interior of the Baroque and Rococo styles. Paired with luxurious embossed wallpaper, a glass chandelier and traditional furnishings, they look luxurious.
The most ordinary mirrors become focal points thanks to two-level lighting - behind the plane of the mirrors and in the form of wall lamps.
A pair of shell-framed mirrors became a key decorative element in a bathroom with traditional furnishings and contrasting finishes.
Illuminated mirror
Of course, the bathroom should be very well lit. But, if the central lamp and devices around the perimeter are not enough, then you can purchase a backlit mirror for the bathroom. It will be indispensable for hygiene procedures, applying makeup, drying and styling hair.
Multi-level lighting will give you more freedom when using the bathroom. Let’s say that to create a romantic atmosphere, you can leave only soft lighting on the mirrors. The lighting located behind the mirrors creates the feeling that they are floating in space.
- There are models with illuminated frames on sale. They are very popular and look luxurious against a background of colored or dark finishes. In order to create a current design, you can use two of these mirrors, placing them symmetrically.
- In a modern interior, a mirror can be located not only above the sink, but also on the door, wall or lamps. A large mirror above the bathtub combined with additional mirrors will make the room even more spacious.
Mirrored walls simply blur the boundaries of the room, creating the illusion of endless space. Of course, such a design requires careful care of mirror surfaces. Any dirt, small fingerprints and drops of water will be visible on them.
Functional Features
- The main feature is that such a cabinet creates an optical effect of expanding the space of the room, this is especially important for a small bathroom;
- The ability to use shelves of different numbers and sizes in mirrored cabinets, which will allow a woman to come up with her own purpose for each shelf, for example, where to put various small items or jewelry while washing her hands or taking a shower;
- The use of trellises with small mirrors built inside allows you to even create three-dimensional reflections, which will be useful for a woman during hairdressing or cosmetic procedures;
- Modern models of mirror cabinets have convenient built-in sockets, which is very convenient when apartment residents use a hairdryer or electric razor;
- Various options for installing lighting in mirror cabinets create additional ease of use. When attaching lighting elements to the ends of the shelves, the light can be directed at the face, and with additional lighting of the shelves themselves, the contents of the cabinet will be clearly visible;
- Bathroom lamps are usually installed closed, moisture-proof, thereby eliminating the risk of a short circuit;
- When making mirrors for rooms with high humidity, a special technology with heating is now used so that the mirror, especially after taking a shower, always remains dry and streak-free - anti-fogging;
- Modern designers have come up with many techniques to increase the functionality of such cabinets: adjusting the height of the shelves inside the cabinet, installing equipment (radio), installing magnetic holders, mini-mirrors;
- The design of the mirrors themselves in such cabinets can have original decorations (stained glass paints, spraying and others).
Mirror frames
Mirrors in unusual frames radically change the appearance of the interior. This is especially noticeable in bright rooms, which are made in neutral shades. An expressive decorative element will add personality to the interior and emphasize the chosen style.
The simplest task is to fit a mirror without a frame or with thin frames into the interior. But the brighter and more unusual the mirror frame becomes, the more complex it is integrated into the design.
Typically, plastic frames are used to decorate a bathroom. Sometimes preference is given to models made of stainless steel or aluminum. Wooden frames are used less frequently. To protect them from moisture, they must be painted or varnished.
Hanging two-way mirror - the highlight of the interior
Do you want to add surprise, innovation and originality to your bathroom design? Try to integrate a hanging mirror into the interior of the room, which, in addition to its main functions, can serve as a focal point.
The double-sided hanging structure serves as a mirror for two sinks, positioned back to back. This is an original way to organize a small space and the ability to place two sinks in a room where there is no space to install them side by side or in parallel.
A similar design of a mirror for two sinks, but in the interior of a bathroom where elements of country and classical style are used.
Models made of organic glass
Mirrors made from organic glass look very stylish in the bathroom. Sometimes they are attached directly to the walls and do not have frames.
This is a lightweight and completely safe material. It can even decorate a bathroom that is often used by children.
Hang it up
An extraordinary solution for a mirror in a wooden frame
In most cases, mirrors are directly attached to the wall. However, if you hang it on a visible cord or wire, then there will be a certain element of surprise that attracts attention. You can choose any material that is safe enough to hold a heavy mirror in a frame. Thick rope, reminiscent of a ship's rope, is suitable for maintaining a nautical theme, and steel wire will make the interior more modern and industrial.
Mirror lighting
Traditionally, the lighting fixture is placed above the mirror - this is the most convenient option. If the lamp is located at the opposite end of the room, the quality of the reflection will be much worse. In addition, lamps that are located close to the mirror slightly heat the surface, reducing fogging.
A very practical and original solution is the use of LED backlighting. The glow is clear and uniform, and the illuminated frame becomes an additional decorative element.
Compositions
As mentioned earlier, a mirror has many functions, and among them are aesthetic ones. The glossy reflective surface makes the room light and airy, creating the illusion of expanding boundaries.
Try to use mirrors as an element of a unique interior design, use your imagination to realize the most daring ideas and non-standard solutions.
But we don’t recommend that you get too carried away: an excessive number of mirrors will make the room uncomfortable, and caring for a large area of glossy surface will be problematic.
