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Bathroom remodel, vanity lighting

6 years ago

I desperately need help with lighting above this vanity. Can’t decide whether to go with two separate lights above the sinks, one in the middle, or some thing updated all the way across. Also, what finish? Thanks so much.

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  • 6 years ago
    last modified: 6 years ago

    I'm guessing, since you don't say, that you're taking down the one mirror all the way across (since you're asking if there should be a light in the middle or one above each sink).

  • PRO
    6 years ago

    Are you set on the keeping the mirror? Have you looked into LED mirrors?

  • 6 years ago

    Thanks Tara, yes I am planning on keeping the full mirror. When I remodeled our other bathroom I did two separate mirrors and really hated getting ready.. So what I’m trying to decide on is whether to put two separate light fixtures above each sink. Or one larger one in the middle. Or update with a more modern light all the way across. Also, what kind of metal to go with for these fixtures? Really appreciate you taking the time. Thanks so much

  • 6 years ago

    two light fixtures, but your electrical will have to be moved, and that might require removing that mirror.... right now the light comes from up top, 2 things one, the mirror now will not be to "the ceiling" and two you will not have much room for a mounting plate above that mirror. Start with figuring out the electrical. you might not have any options until you are ready to remodel.

    also consider framing that mirror.

  • 6 years ago

    two separate lights or something that goes all the way across. you want light to fill the space evenly, and be bright enough for makeup. but it also needs to be diffused and even so you don't get harsh shadows on your face.

    I actually like what you already have, esp since it directs some of the light upwards (which will create a soft indirect light). would love to see something similar in a brushed metal or wood. but that's a very modern look, and I think maybe you're trying to get away from that?

  • PRO
    6 years ago

    Two separate lights above the sinks would look great. After you update the lighting, you may want to consider framing your mirror. It is surprising the difference it can make!

  • 6 years ago
    last modified: 6 years ago

    thanks for the spam, but I think frameless is better for that style of vanity.

  • PRO
    6 years ago

    I have a continuous trough light similar to these in my bathroom and could never give it up for those decorative individual fixtures. I love this quality of light. It's easy to see in this light.



  • 6 years ago

    Thanks so much for all you helpful comments. Appreciate the time you took to help me.

  • PRO
    6 years ago

    Hi nuemannds02,


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