When it comes to redecorating the bathroom one of the most essential items of furniture is often left out or left to the last minute. That item is usually the mirror. This is funny when you think that a bathroom is not very functional without one. But that is where the main problem lies. The mirror is mostly seen as a functional rather than a decorative piece of furniture. It is mostly used when we are carrying out are daily washing and grooming rituals. However, we do not realise that with a little creative thinking the mirror can offer a lot more especially when it comes to interior design.
Here are a few of the most popular types of illuminated bathroom mirrors that have provided people with a mirror that gives plenty of light and a reliable reflective surface day after day.
Jerdon JGL9W 5X Magnification Tri-fold Lighted Mirror
The functionality of this lighted mirror is spelled out in the name. It is a small portable mirror that unfolds into three surfaces providing you with mirrors that will also give you side on reflection. The two adjustable side panels are very useful when you require a more panoramic view of your face. The light is a cool fluorescent that gives you sufficient illumination and it can be adjusted for use at night or during the day.
Zadro 1X/8X Double-Sided Lighted Mirror
This is a small table-top mounted mirror that is fitted with a 40 watt dimmable light and is available in a few different finishes including satin or chrome. The mirror itself is fog-free and distortion free and the double sided aspect provides you with 1x and 8x magnification which makes it perfect for some of the close up work that must be done in the mornings.
Make Up Mirror With Surround Light In Acrylic Magnification
This is a table-top make up mirror that is equipped with illumination that reproduces the effects of natural sunlight so that the light is spread evenly across the entire face and there are no shadows making it difficult to see. The mirror itself is 9-1/2” in diameter and is a fog-free design. It comes with 7x magnification and the illumination comes from a 100-watt fluorescent long life bulb. The base of the mirror swivels through 180 degrees to provide a greater opportunity to view your face from every angle. This is the sort of mirror that would be sat on the bathroom vanity or a shelf above the vanity for best results.
Rucci Chrome Wall-mounted Lighted Mirror
This is an illuminated bathroom mirror that will provide greater functionality thatn some of the others. The mirror itself is on the small side at 7.5” diameter but its double-sided nature and the fact that you have the option of 1x or 10x magnification makes it more functional. It is a wall mounted mirror that can swing out on its retractable arm and the mirror revolves through 360 degrees. The light is a 7 watt fluorescent tube which some might believe does not throw enough light to perform properly.
Any of the options provided above are the types of bathroom mirrors that are required for performing some of the necessary morning ritual tasks such as shaving and applying makeup. They may be on the small side but they are the types of mirrors that can prove to be very valuable.
Interior designers have known for years the reflective qualities of the mirror and they have exploited them to make their designs look more spectacular and unique. You can also achieve the same result with your own design theme. The great thing is the wonderful array of different styles of mirrors that you have at your disposal. They range from the simplest rustic pine framed mirrors to more elaborate contemporary mirrors.
When it comes to the bathroom you can make a real difference. You can change your bathroom from a functional space into a spa like environment where you can wind down, relax and refresh yourself after a hard day’s work. You can achieve this atmosphere by using an illuminated bathroom mirror. These look spectacular as they cast a soft ray of light across the bathroom creating a relaxing and ambient atmosphere. They are simply designed as all they consist of is an ordinary mirror with low energy light bulbs positioned either on the surface or below it. The other advantage of having this style of mirror is that you can see your reflection more clearly. This makes it a very versatile mirror because it provides both a functional and decorative feature.