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mirrors too big for vanity?

2 years ago
last modified: 2 years ago

*****Update, same vanity, new questions.

I have mocked up a 55” x 30” “mirror” over my 55” vanity and definitely prefer one mirror over 2. I am now trying to figure out what kind of vanity lighting would look best. Fixtures/hardware are all black. Mirror will reflect feature tile wall and window light from opposite wall which I like.

I had originally purchased these vanity lights for when we had planned on 2 mirrors, but think maybe one larger centered on top or else 2 on each side might look better?

If I go with 2 on each side should I get a slightly taller mirror (I found one 6 inches taller than this mock up).

Thanks for your input wise design minds!

ETA yes I know it’s a small vanity and that kind of sucks, but it’s the space we have to work in and we have 2 adults and 4 kids using this space so 2 sinks is a must.













My contractor is telling me he thinks these mirrors are too big for vanity. Vanity is 55”, mirrors are 24x38” so fit within the width of the vanity. I have read that lighting should be installed at about 80” from floor, and with the height of these mirrors lighting would probably be around 82” from floor instead.

Eta: I like the idea of these big mirrors as they will reflect my tile feature wall directly across, a well as light from the window across from them.

Thanks for your help!



Comments (16)

  • 2 years ago

    Wayyyyy too big.

  • 2 years ago

    @k8cd What should approximate size be for one mirror if we went that route? Vanity is 55” wide.

  • 2 years ago
    last modified: 2 years ago

    I think it’s your bathroom not your contractors & your opinion is the only one that matters. If you had a single mirror that covered the 55” width would that be considered too big? I doubt it. If your mirrors were this same 24” x 38” size but had a much larger frame & less mirror, that might look too heavy with all the frame width around the mirrors. But, your mirrors have very narrow frames & are mostly mirror so not an issue. The mirrors don’t exceed the width of the vanity which I think would be too big. BTW - are the users of this bath on the tall side height wise & maybe the taller mirrors provide a needed function for you? Looks like you have a nice rain shower head & in the same color as the mirror frames - nice! Because your mirrors are wall hung / removeable, you can always do a mockup with a smaller size to see what you think but again, your opinion is the one that counts.

  • 2 years ago

    They look too big to me. I would get one large one or two smaller ones. I prefer sconces on either side of the mirror. I think they light up your face better.

  • PRO
    2 years ago

    I agree they look too big and in fact that vanity it too small for 2 sinks too. One simple mirror 55" wide would be my choice but honestly only one sink and if that was centered you could have done one of those mirrors.

  • 2 years ago

    I would probably do one big square mirror. Take the oval ones off the wall and mark out the space with blue tape. You can have large custom sized mirrors made by local glass/shower/frame stores.

  • 2 years ago
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    The mirror should be at least as wide as the outer edges of the sink on either side. But I wouldn't get any taller than 32".


    I think that you could even get one that is the length of the vanity. I linked one that is 55” x 30”. It’s a little shorter so it takes up a little less visual room (and because there would only be 1 not 2) and then lights would be at a more appropriate height.


    This happened to a friend who was remodeling- putting the mirrors over the sinks looked too close together and the proportions were just off. She put in a single large mirror and it looks great!


    Tape it out on the wall and see what looks good. Or large piece of cardboard as a mock up.

  • 2 years ago
    last modified: 2 years ago

    One long mirror over both sinks would be better. And that would reflect more sunlight and tile!

    Yes, they're out of proportion. You'd be better off with one large mirror (framed) to top the small vanity.

    and in fact that vanity it too small for 2 sinks too.

    True. This vanity would've worked well with a single sink + a bank of drawers. Lack of drawers at the vanity is not a good choice.

    Tape it out on the wall and see what looks good. Or large piece of cardboard as a mock up.

    Seeing is believing! Creating a mock-up is always a good choice.

  • PRO
    2 years ago
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  • 2 years ago
    last modified: 2 years ago

    I am assuming it might be too late for this, but any chance you could return that vanity and get a 72”? Looks like there would be room for it (depending on the door swing) and with 6 people using the bathroom I think storage is probably pretty important.


    Knowing there are 6 people, have you thought about an inset medicine cabinet? I can’t find a 55”. But am linking a 59” and 48” below.


    I like the 2 lights over the sinks (and still would if you went with the medicine cabinet). The clear glass will be a pain for upkeep but you might be more into cleaning than I am.


    Mirrors on each side would be really far apart and only light one side of your face (but if you decide to go that route, a taller mirror would be nice).


    https://www.westelm.com/products/frameless-seamless-triple-medicine-cabinet-b4298/?catalogId=71&sku=493154&cm_ven=PLA&cm_cat=Google&cm_pla=Bath > Medicine Cabinets & Mirrors&region_id=780420&cm_ite=493154_20632409400&gad_source=1&gclid=Cj0KCQiAj_CrBhD-ARIsAIiMxT_iAhcU0Dmb4Fk6gObUQ6D2dY7hOkzhxLTQXRzqLcK748xRiL-7R5caAn9ZEALw_wcB


    https://www.homedepot.com/pep/Glass-Warehouse-Calla-48-in-W-x-32-in-H-x-5-in-D-Black-Recessed-Medicine-Cabinet-with-Mirror-SC3-SQ-48X32-B/321724439

  • 2 years ago

    For sure a larger vanity with more space on the countertop would have been nice.

    If you opt for the one mirror - ensure that it does not look like a builder grade.

    Good Luck!

  • 2 years ago
    last modified: 2 years ago

    No disguising the fact that they make your vanity look too small.


  • 2 years ago

    Unfortunately there is for sure not enough space for anything larger or I definitely would have gone that route. This is max size. Door is angled and there’s a toilet on the other side of the door opening. It would be way too narrow/obstructive with a larger vanity. I had originally ordered the 60” but after mocking it up reduced to the 55”.

  • 2 years ago
    last modified: 2 years ago

    You could have gone over to the right, it did not need to be centered on the wall. I think the real point is you are making your vanity look too small with the out of proportion mirrors.

  • 2 years ago

    The Original Poster has explained that 55 inches is the size that will work. I think that the mirror K8cd shared from Lowe's would look very nice.