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Which mirror and light do you prefer?

8 years ago

My bathroom refresh has been on hold because I can’t make up my mind!

Pedestal sink stays and faucet has been ordered. Shower curtain will be a solid white with fringe. Floors are a light travertine tile. It’s a very small main bathroom used by guests and myself. There is only room for a sconce above the mirror. Which mirror and light combo do you like best?




Thanks!

Comments (39)

  • 8 years ago

    For some reason I’m only seeing one pic. Here’s the second choice...

    Thanks!

  • 8 years ago

    I like the chrome light but not the mirror ;-(

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  • PRO
    8 years ago
    the first..the black with the chrome light!
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  • 8 years ago
    I like the first as well
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  • 8 years ago
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    I would go with the second mirror and change to a double sconce. Single sconces are meant as side sconces and look odd to me over a mirror. I have one over my pedestal sink only because the roof slants and a double sconce wouldn't fit.

    I would love the first mirror if you could do side sconces with it.

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  • 8 years ago
    Love the dark mirror and agree with mayflower.
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  • PRO
    8 years ago

    Black, room will need some contrast.

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  • 8 years ago

    Sam, I’m drawn to the contrast as well, but I wasn’t sure if it worked with the sink.

    Mayflowers, I wish I had room for side sconces. The inspiration picture I found with the black mirror has it paired with side sconces. It does look good!

    The double sconces that I like, look very similar to what I currently have. I guess I’m wanting more of a change. Any suggestions on what else to pair with the black mirror?

    Thanks for the replies!

  • 8 years ago

    What is the width of the black mirror? Have you looked at any bar type vanity lights?

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  • 8 years ago

    I like the dark mirror, but not the light fixture. How about something that doesn't look like a lonely sconce. Something similar to these

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  • 8 years ago

    Mirrors are very different... black one seems really heavy and unique and second one is very clean, unobtrusive. My pick would be more in between the two. I really like the first light fixture, and would love it if it was a double.

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  • 8 years ago

    I like

    Second mirror -- the unframed rectangle mirror.

    First sconce -- the metal sconce

    NONE of the faucets --- you need one with more arc (actually ends up splashing LESS because there's more room for washing your hands beneath the water flow).

    https://www.homedepot.com/p/Peerless-4-in-Centerset-2-Handle-Bathroom-Faucet-in-Chrome-P299685LF/203785534?cm_mmc=Shopping%7CG%7CBase%7CD29B%7C26-3_FAUCETS%7CNA%7CPLA%7CTop_Sellers%7c71700000032893889%7c58700003859506767%7c92700030997156045&gclid=EAIaIQobChMIs8aS9NPi2wIVUFmGCh2vmwpQEAQYBCABEgLjfvD_BwE&dclid=CJj9joDU4tsCFQUTgQodFa4PAQ

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  • PRO
    8 years ago

    I would look around. i don't like either one. I would look for a little more decorative mirror . The circular mirror on the wood is to small. You want something with more mirror to make the room look larger. As far as the light it should be flatter to the wall kind of and bar, half circle with the flat part toward the wall, above the mirror & probably 15"- 18" long, no bigger but you need to look at it in proportion to the mirror you select? Can't tell the size of the pedestal sink but it looks like only 18"-20"?

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  • 8 years ago

    Mayflowers, the mirror is 24 x 24. I haven’t looked at bar sconces, because I thought there would be too much wall space between the mirror and the sconce. I have 50” of space from the top of my sink, to the middle of the light box. Here’s what I currently have...

    Mirror is 23 x 34

    Here’s the inspiration pic...


    pamal66, thanks for the recommendations, I think I’m wanting a fixture that doesn’t look similar to what I have. My current fixture needs to be changed because it’s rusting. It’s around 16 years old, so time for a change!

    thanks!

  • 8 years ago

    Kris, that’s been my delimma, go for unique and something with more impact, or keep it simple :)

    suesbell, I’ll try out that mirror and light combo. The faucet has been ordered already. A lot of the widespread faucets I looked at, felt too heavy and big for my sink.

    Dab, the sink is 24” wide. I’ve looked at a lot of mirrors. I originally ordered a pivot mirror, but with the brackets it was too wide. The size information I was given before ordering was incorrect. I’m not finding too many options that fit my space.

    thanks!



  • 8 years ago

    I agree with DAB interior design. How about something like this 24" mirror?http://www.afinacorporation.com/afina-digital-catalog.html












































































































































































































































































































































































































































































































































































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  • 8 years ago
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    You want a straight top edge when lights go above the mirror.

    Be careful that the mirror doesn't overpower the sink. Too much style is just as bad as too little. This is a modest pedestal sink.

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  • 8 years ago

    What is the width of the pedestal sink? I like the contrast of the black mirror but I would not want it to be wider than the pedestal. It would be interesting to tape out the space where the mirror will go above your sink to determine if it is the right scale.

    You might consider other high contrast / interesting mirrors.

    Potterybarn Stella mirror

    If you want to go with a single sconce, you need to reconfigure the electrical to have fixture boxes on either side of the mirror. A single sconce over the mirror will not look right. If you don't want to go to that trouble or cost, then choose a light that's appropriate for placement over a mirror. There are so many options out there.

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  • 8 years ago
    last modified: 8 years ago

    After mocking up the black mirror, it’s out of the running, it doesn’t feel right, thanks!

    pamal66, I also mocked up a 24” round. I think that leaves too much wall space between mirror and sconce. Thanks!

    What type of above mirror sconce pairs well with arched type mirrors? Most inspiration pics show side sconces. Tubular?

    This is another mirror I thought was pretty, but what type of sconce?

  • 8 years ago

    Mayflowers, this mirror is 20 x 30. I think it might be the best scale. Thoughts on this combo...

    Thanks for the replies and recommendations everyone!

  • 8 years ago
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    I think the tube sconce works with a pedestal sink and the faucet style. That's the Pottery Barn look for bathrooms. It's reproduction of what era? The Depression?

    Edit: That mirror too. That looks like a cohesive style.

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  • 8 years ago

    Mayflowers, I think you are correct, depression era, PB style. Not what I set out to do, but that seems to go with my sink. Maybe it would be easier if I got a new sink. Then I would need new toilet, then I might as well get new tile... lol!

  • 8 years ago

    Kitch4me

    I like your 2 mirror picks. They say a picture is worth a thousand words.


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  • 8 years ago

    I see the Kohler Archer pedestal sink in all the fancy Houzz photos. You do get a wider rim to place things on, which may not be a bad idea since both you and guests use the sink.

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  • 8 years ago

    Pamal66, thanks for the mockups. That’s very helpful!

    Mayflowers, you’re going to get me in trouble, my husband won’t “get” changing out a pedestal sink for another pedestal sink, lol!

    Hmm, maybe a vanity and new toilet is in my future :)

  • 8 years ago
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    An alternative solution for having a place to put things on is a glass shelf with curved ends that would echo the curved lines of your sink. This would also solve the problem of too much wall space between the mirror and the light fixture.

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  • 8 years ago
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    For extra storage, have you ever considered a recessed arched top or scallop top beveled mirror medicine cabinet?

    http://www.afinacorporation.com/

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  • 8 years ago

    I would have liked to put a RH medicine cabinet there, but my plumbing pipes are right above the faucet. So the medicine cabinet is on the side wall. So many obstacles! I appreciate your efforts!

  • 8 years ago

    how about this mirror. I have it and I love it's simplicity.

    hubbardton forge mirror

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  • 8 years ago
    I like the light fixture but I will say I bought a similar one for my powder room but because it is metal the light only went down and did not light the room. I exchanged it for a open wire one and it lit up the whole room with a 75 watt bulb. Also the black frame is great but I’d rather see a longer one.
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  • PRO
    8 years ago

    The last mirror and light fixture are # 4 are the best but I would look further. I you want to see what I mean go to my Houzz page under East End Ave, One Bedroom Renovation- First Picture of The NKBA Award Winning Bath for 2018. Look at the Mirror which is actually a medicine cabinet recessed but you can find a simaliar or smaller size decorative mirror, and a horizontal light over the top. You may also want to put a recessed light in the ceiling for more light and everything on a dimmer!

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  • 8 years ago
    last modified: 8 years ago

    Have you made any decisions, Kitch?

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  • 8 years ago

    You need more light than just one sconce.

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  • 8 years ago


    Mayflowers, after trying out a rectangular and a round mirror from Target, I’ve decided on round. Thinking about your comment, that the choices were looking depression era, made me realize, that’s not what I want. So, thank you!

    Chispa, I have a ceiling light. Thanks!

    So, polished nickel faucet, gold round mirror, which sconce finish?

    thanks!





  • 8 years ago
    last modified: 8 years ago

    So do you match the sconce to the mirror or match it to the faucet? I usually match to the mirror but I like the simpler style of the nickel sconce with the plain mirror frame.

    Did you see the Rejuvenation Eastmoreland sconce? It seems to be a good compromise between the two you show. It comes in a lot of metals and you can choose your shade too. I do like the wider shade as shown for over a round mirror. I know nothing about the quality of light with Edison bulbs in clear shades but I prefer a white shade. Solid brass and made in Portland, not China. There is an arched arm style too. 20% off lighting!


    https://www.rejuvenation.com/catalog/products/eastmoreland-single-sconce

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  • 8 years ago

    Yes, I do like Rejuvenation. My hesitation is their lights are custom and not returnable. The nickel one you like is from Schoolhouse. It also comes in brass, with a choice of shade. Made in USA.

    Thanks!

  • 8 years ago

    I saw that your first choice said Schoolhouse in tiny letters but I missed the Satellite light when I went to their website because it's shown with a black shade.

    I'm still not crazy about the clear shade. It seems to disappear. I can easily picture it with a white shade though. If I had to choose on looks along, I'd say the white saucer shade. I suppose the exposed bulb would give the same light as a clear shade so that shouldn't be a deciding factor.