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Off-centered vanity is making me crazy

12 years ago
Hi all,
Im a newbie to this forum and would appreciate some help. In short:My husband loves the vanity because of the surface space. I love the mirror/medicine cabinet and I always wanted an oval mirror in my bathroom. So now I have no idea what do I do....keep the vanity change the mirror? Tks

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  • PRO
    12 years ago
    last modified: 12 years ago
    You will need to center the mirror over the vanity, as it is currently to the right. You might want to create some height and eye interest to the right such as a floral arrangement.
    Melblush thanked karen paul interiors
  • PRO
    12 years ago
    Hi there, if you are looking for a less-invasive solution, you could just replace the mirror with a large rectangle one that centers both the light fixture and the sink (I am thinking rectangular of the same style). Take the one you currently have, and use it as an accent piece in another part of your house (it's a win-win!)

    I hope this helps! You do have a very beautiful bathroom.

    Yours in Houzzing,

    Andie P., ASID
    Interior Designer
    Purehome.com
    Melblush thanked purehome
  • 12 years ago
    Thank you! You guys are awesome! I think a rectangular mirror would be best since I would need to conceal the cutout hole - the oval mirror is actually a medicine cabinet. TKS
  • 12 years ago
    I see how the off-center issue is making you crazy...coming from someone with mild OCD lol I have no advice other than...listen to the above comments lol I just wanted to say how much I admire your bathroom. Love everything about it except for the issue you are currently rectifying hahaha best of luck! Ps don't u just love this site? ;)
    Melblush thanked Lori
  • PRO
    12 years ago
    Very pretty vanity. I would recommend buying a wider vanity light fixture the width of the vanity. Then buying a wide mirror the same size of the vanity as well. One you place a tall vase with floral in it, it will all balance. :).
    Melblush thanked Interior Designs by Bridget, LLC
  • 12 years ago
    the mirror and lights are centred so move the mirror or get an horizontal one
    Melblush thanked Geneviève
  • 12 years ago
    Don't bother with floral arrangement unless you are going to have a fresh one there every week, bathrooms are dusty and the last thing you need is dried or silk flowers covered in dust - ugh.

    That particular light fixture overpowers the small oval mirror. Maybe a light fixture like this shape: https://www.houzz.com/discussions/love-the-oval-mirror-medicine-cabinet-where-can-i-find-one-thanks-dsvw-vd~659334

    What about an oval turned the other way? http://www.americanstandard-us.com/bathroom-furniture/standard-collection-mirror-with-medicine-cabinet/

    Or you could mount this horizontal rather than vertical:
    Pegasus SP4596 24" x 30" Deco Framed Medicine Cabinet, Brushed Nickel · More Info


    You have lots of options, including filling the existing cavity and doing a dry wall patch. It's a beautiful bathroom and that is actually a very nice vanity, I can see why your husband likes it.
    Melblush thanked litehearted
  • 12 years ago
    One of the best installations of the strip mosaic tile I've ever seen. Beautiful colors. Whole bathroom is lovely in fact.
    Melblush thanked qam999
  • PRO
    12 years ago
    I agree with Bridget. I know you love that oval mirror but It is too small. I would find a larger mirror that will cover the length of the beautiful vanity and then place a small potted white orchid in the corner. Nice job - your bathroom looks beautiful!
    Melblush thanked KR Home Staging and Design
  • 12 years ago
    You also need to move the light or get a wider one
    Melblush thanked Geneviève
  • PRO
    12 years ago
    Hi there, so I found another option instead if the vase if you have trouble finding something you like. Try the option in the attached pic of purchasing three tall pretty glass jars ( homegoods) and fill them with soaps, loofas and bath salts at varying heights.
    Melblush thanked Interior Designs by Bridget, LLC
  • PRO
    12 years ago
    I'm really not convinced that light fixture is too small. (Kind of harf to tell in these photos )Once you find a larger mirror it may all balance out better. Think a clean simple brushed nickel rectangle would look nice. I really like the wall color you chose.
    Melblush thanked KR Home Staging and Design
  • 12 years ago
    last modified: 12 years ago
    Looking at the width of the vanity the light seems to be too small, perhaps a 4 lights would work better..
    World Imports 8384-02 Montpellier Satin Nickel 4 Light Vanity · More Info
    Melblush thanked Geneviève
  • 12 years ago
    I appreciate all the wonderful comments, compliments and suggestions.
  • PRO
    12 years ago
    Hi there! Did you order the medicine cabinet yet? I was thinking a framed or beveled mirror may be better. Unless you really need the storage then the medicine cabinet is the way to go. Going with a larger mirror should make a big difference. Upload some pictures when you update the vanity! :).
  • 11 years ago
    I think wall mounted vanity mirrors will do the job for you. You won't have to change the position of the oval mirror and I think you can manage from the same light. Check them out: http://www.dispenser.com/vanity-mirrors/
    These mirrors are from Better Living, ON, also they have many other accessories that might be helpful for you.
  • 11 years ago
    Your bathroom is beautiful. Very nicely done. I don't quite understand the idea of fixing the off center mirror by just buying a larger mirror. Sure you can center the larger mirror on the vanity but then you still have the light fixture off center. A wider light fixture does not resolve the problem either because it is still off centre.
    To me your 3 options are: move the light fixture and mirror cabinet...or a new wide mirror and move the light... Or try to find a new light fixture that allows you to have the electrical supply off center, combined with a new wider mirror.
  • PRO
    10 years ago

    I agree with replacing the mirror with a rectangle. If you want a silver frame, I would try to match the faucet finish. I would also suggest a more contemporary frame....much more simplified.


    I would also replace the light fixture with something that is as wide as the mirror and that also is more contemporary.



    Down the road, I would also suggest changing the faucet to a more modern design. The tile accent, vanity and sink have a modern vide and this faucet is traditional.


    Hope this helps!


  • 10 years ago

    I think she found a solution two years ago...

  • 10 years ago

    I just came across this and really need help. I have a 7 ft vanity, custom made with one shallow sink 20 inches wide that is placed on the right most edge (3 inches from the edge to be exact). I have 2 lighted mirrors 24 inches wide by 36 tall. Do I place one directly over the sink and then the other on the left side of the 7ft (3 inches from the edge) thus leaving a huge blank space in the middle? or center them over the 7 ft? Please help!

  • 10 years ago

    Turn: you really need to post a new dilemma - not piggyback on a old thread.