guest bath mirror and lighting help

6 years ago

Mirror and lighting help in guest bathroom

Bathroom details:

72" wide vanity with two sinks. Each section of the cabinets are 24" and the sinks are centered in each outer section. (The outlet on left edge has been moved over 2" to left. so it's not above the counter area). There will be a 4" tile backsplash. Opposite the toilet and sinks are a full size tub/shower and a linen closet. Floor is a 6" square medallion tile and walls are SW Mineral Deposit, trim is W Pure White, ceilings 9' high. drawer hardware and faucet is brushed nickel. Counter is Pental Quartz Misterio

Two mirrors:

I love the idea of two mirrors, as I found some beautiful 24x30" frame mirrors in brushed nickel but it leaves a 24" gap in between and that's an awfully large space. If using two mirrors, the left mirror will be all the way against the right wall. link to mirrors https://www.kichler.com/kichler/products/indoor-lighting/indoor-accessories/mirrors/classic-rectangular-mirror-ni/ If this option, assume two smaller light fixtures above each sink.

One mirror:

Framed or not framed? And what size? And should it rest against the top of backsplash? I like the idea of a framed mirror. Frame in a metal or paint it? if paint, what color? our builder says he can frame a mirror for me and said to "pick out a color". Regarding lighting, one medium/large light bar that is centered over the middle or two smaller ones centered over each sink?

Lighted mirror: These look nifty, but I'm not sure it would be the right vibe for this bathroom with the tile floor.

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Beth H. :
6 years ago
last modified: 6 years ago
it's fine to have space in between (get a tall vase or something )

are you tiling that wall? if so, it would bring in some visual interest

one large framed mirror w/lights above each sink

or two separate

two mirrors one larger light in the middle

just a matter of preference
C DeV thanked Beth H. :
C DeV
Original Author
6 years ago
I think if I could do it over, I'd have the sinks closer together not a giant bank of 24" drawers in between. 24" seems like a large space between the mirrors, or more if I choose something smaller than 24" wide for the mirror. A vanity that looks like furniture is more my style, but this is what I have. Beth, The fourth pic posted seems to have the largest space between mirrors (closest to my situation). I could have a large vase or something. If I selected the 2 mirror option do you think the 24 x 30 mirror would visually a poor choice since the right mirror would be right up against the corner? Would it be ok or better if I selected a 22 or 20" mirror? That would leave 28" between the mirrors if I went with a 20" mirror and that just seems huge. I did tape up cardboard in a 24 x 30 size. Attached are a few pics before the counter went in.
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Beth H. :
6 years ago
last modified: 6 years ago
I think the large space in between is fine. don't worry about it. you'll be glad you did it.

this pic shows the frame almost to the side wall.

basically you'd have this. put a nice tray in the middle.

could you do a single sconce in the middle?

as for the mirror size, I don't think you have to go that wide.

I did a 72 vanity and my mirrors are only 20.5" wide X 30 tall

yes, i have the sconce, but I also did the little glass shelf too.

why don't you try something like that , or maybe a wood shelf? visually it will break up the expanse.

or, again, the large framed mirror with a few pendants.
C DeV thanked Beth H. :
C DeV
Original Author
6 years ago
Beth, thank you for the visuals. I have searched and searched and you find much better examples than I could find. I am grateful. Thanks. I do like the two mirrors option. Just feels better to me. If I put a light in middle of the mirrors could I opt for a light like this modern style https://www.lampsplus.com/products/possini-euro-collection-midtown-23-and-one-half-inchw-satin-bath-light__t9726.html or would I need something like this https://www.quoizel.com/interior/bath-lighting/kolt-bath-light-bathklt8603 . You have given me hope.

Building a house is daunting. We are at the end and I need to finalize some choices, but with the corona virus and 'stay at home order' by our state I am finding so much needs to be done online. I wish I could go to a showroom and touch/see what I am about to buy.