Bathroom Mirror

8 years ago

last modified: 8 years ago

I was recently "forced" (leak) to remodel my master bath. I am down to the last few decisions and need some help. My contractor tells me that no one uses "plain mirrors glued to the wall" anymore and that I need a framed free hanging mirror. He wants to use a white frame with crown molding on the top. He brought me a sample and I hate it. Does anyone have any other suggestions? I have attached photos of the shower (showing the tile) and the countertop (Cambria Berwyn quartz). The cabinets are white and the shower inset is white marble and mother-of-pearl basketweave. The cabinets and commode are white and all the hardware is chrome. I am thinking a plain mirror with a beveled edge or using a chrome frame or even a mirror frame--a thin simple frame or something with a pattern (e.g., basketweave, small squares). Any thoughts? Oh... I also need to pick a paint color. I am leaning toward a light gray. THANKS!

I used the countertop material for the window sill and the shower curb as well...

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pricklypearcactus

8 years ago

Not clear from the pictures if you need a single mirror, a double-width mirror or two double single mirrors. I like mirrors framed in metal or some kind of simple bevel detail. I have used the top Kensington pivot mirror in the past and loved it.

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Pottery Barn Astor double mirror

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mcclelland713
Original Author
8 years ago
I have no idea why the photos are sideways... they weren't like that when I posted! :-/
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mcclelland713
Original Author
8 years ago
Good point. I would prefer a single large mirror. Counter is 72" long.
mcclelland713
Original Author
8 years ago
Here is the area with the frame the contractor wants to use (countertop is wrong... see previous photo for that).
mcclelland713
Original Author
8 years ago
Note: I would like a mirror large enough I can stand at the sink and see a reflection. This would require at least 60" width, I think...
lizbeth-gardener
8 years ago
I really like the style of the last mirror posted by Pricklypear. I don't care for the builder's idea. And from past houses, I much prefer having as large a mirror as possible. Have you looked at businesses that just custom cut/make mirrors?
User
8 years ago
One of my pet peeves is when the mirrored portion doesn't cover the width of the sink, so I would extend that mirror to an inch from the walls.

I found this mirror yesterday which I'm considering for my remodel. The frame has that raised edge like yours but without the very traditional crown. I really like how the long mirror is divided into thirds and is mounted on the frame. A simple 2 1/2"- 3" frame would work too. The mirrors are probably a little thicker than standard mirrors.

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Another transitional look is to make the mirror only about 30" tall. You don't really need more than that. It works really well for long vanities like yours.

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Bluebell66
8 years ago
last modified: 8 years ago
Love your new bathroom! I’m so glad you asked this, as we are updating a bathroom that also has a 72” counter with double sinks. We removed a 72” long sheet mirror from above the counter and are looking for two framed mirrors to hang above the new counter. After having a sheet mirror, I feel like a single mirror is too small - but maybe I just haven’t found the right mirrors yet. I do know I don’t want a huge sheet mirror glued to the wall again!

Edited to say i really like the examples mayflowers posted. It’s a good compromise between traditional sheet mirror and a framed mirror above each sink.
cpaul1
8 years ago
last modified: 8 years ago
I personally do not like one large rectangular mirror hanging sideways. That doesn't look right. Two sinks need two mirrors IMO. If you don't want to do that for whatever reason, then I'm afraid it just looks like you bought a standing full length mirror and hung it the wrong way. I wouldn't waste an opportunity to bring some visual interest to the sink area with mirrors and lighting fixtures.
Beth H. :
8 years ago

this pic basically shows what you have ready, without the frame. notice how it is short of the edge of the sinks. they should have lengthened it and done the outlet over the mirror.

take your mirror from side to side, cut outs for sconces.

or do two mirrors