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mirror question for master bath

7 years ago

Sorry if this is a double post. My first one didn’t appear to post. Looking for a mirror for this vanity. I can’t decide between round or rectangle. After reading another post this morning on mirrors, I realized that I was looking for mirrors that may be too big. My space between sconces is 44” and counter top to ceiling is also 44”. Toilet, sinks and tub are Kohler hardware if that helps. Any ideas are much appreciated.

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  • 7 years ago
    last modified: 7 years ago

    Because of the herringbone layout on the wall tile, and more geometric angles with your sink shape, I suggest an oval mirror to soften the overall look, with a metal look finish to balance out all the "stone" on the walls and vanity.

    "...counter top to ceiling is also 44”.". So how high is your ceiling and how high are your cabinets? Looks more than 44" in your photo. I'm confused.

  • 7 years ago

    Not a pro but Cavimum's suggestion of oval sounds nice. I found this link on Houzz, FWIW.


    https://www.houzz.com/magazine/how-to-choose-a-bathroom-mirror-stsetivw-vs~93189120

  • 7 years ago

    Cavimum- you’re right. It’s 60”. Not sure why I thought it was 44”. Wedding brain. Lol

  • 7 years ago

    Chloe- thanks for the link!

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    7 years ago

    I would do a round or oval mirror- there are so many choices out there- but look at Howard Elliott and uttermost

  • 7 years ago

    How about a 30” beveled frameless round? It leaves 7” between the side of the mirror and sconces.

  • 7 years ago

    Rounded rectangle framed mirror, 30” x 42” in polished nickel from Rejuvenation. Will look amazing!

  • 7 years ago

    I usually select a mirror or mirrored wall-mounted medicine cabinet which is the same width as the sink cabinet.
    The other mirror size you can consider for a plain or framed wall mirror would fit between the lighting sconces with three or four inches between the mirror edge and the sconces.
    I also install an over-mirror fixture above each sink and a ceiling fixture for general lighting. Bathroom lighting from several directions is best for all grooming and makeup application because it lights your hair and face from all directions

  • 7 years ago

    I would get an oval mirror that is lighted. Ever since a hotel bathroom had one I want one for my bathroom. I’m not even into makeup other than slap some on in the morning. Just search lighted oval mirror on Houzz and you’ll get a ton of options.

  • 7 years ago

    I would do a 40x40 mirror.

  • 7 years ago

    Round

  • 7 years ago

    A round mirror would break up some of the rectangular shapes.

    I think your sconces look a little too wimpy, more like mood lighting than task lighting.

  • 7 years ago

    Thanks for the input. I wondered if the sconces were too small

  • 7 years ago

    They’re not too small once you place the mirror you will see the balance.

  • 7 years ago

    Sconce size is just right, IMO. It is not your main source of task light. Ours is the same size.

  • 7 years ago
    last modified: 7 years ago

    Of course it's the main source of task lighting at the mirror.

    What type of bulb do they take?

  • 7 years ago

    Great suggestions!

    Toby- the sconce takes a 60w

  • 7 years ago

    I'm a straight lines person, so I would want a rectangle to be compatible with your sink.

  • 7 years ago

    either of these would work for me





  • 7 years ago

    Looking for the suggested mirrors tonight and it brought up a question about finishes. My sconces
    are polished nickel, the faucets and hardware are polished chrome. Knobs are clear glass with polished chrome. What finish should the mirrors be? Polished nickel, polished chrome or a silver leaf?

  • 7 years ago

    Or maybe a dark grey to match the vanity?

  • 7 years ago

    I guess I'm in the minority for suggesting either a square or rectangular mirror. I, personally, don't think an oval will compliment that beautiful bathroom.


  • 7 years ago
    last modified: 7 years ago

    agree, no oval.

    as for finish, either will work (any of the nickel finishes or even chrome) You could even do a soft brass or wood frame if you want to add some warmth.

    notice here how they mixed their metals.

  • 7 years ago

    I think an oval will date it.

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  • 7 years ago

    I agree an oval or round will date it. Being a gal who has been around for a while (lol) I've seen both round and oval come and go, and when they go they really look outdated, but rectangular doesn't seem to have that problem.

  • 7 years ago

    I also like the idea of a rectangular or more interesting take on rectangular. Oval will seem wrong.

  • 7 years ago

    I’d go rectangular with a very simple sleek frame. Side note, is that backsplash attached to the counter removable and does the wall tile run behind it? I think it would look much better to remove it.

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  • 7 years ago

    Wow! Thanks everyone. I’ll definitely do a rectangle. I love the mirrored frame one.

    To the poster that asked about the tile, it is not removable. It is part of a frame around the herringbone.

  • 7 years ago

    If you go with a rectangular mirror I would do a 30” wide mirror but not as tall since your sink size is small.

  • 7 years ago

    Whatever you choose , round or oval ..make sure it's centered over the sink

  • 7 years ago

    I purchased this one. Thanks for all the help!

  • 7 years ago

    Good choice! Show photos after you hang it.