How wide should a light fixture be over a bathroom vanity?

To achieve a harmonious balance, the light fixture width should generally be about ¾ the width of the vanity. This guideline helps ensure the lighting complements the vanity without overpowering it. Here are some suggested ranges based on vanity size: 24-inch vanity: 18 inches wide light. 30-inch vanity: 22-24 inches. 36-inch vanity: 27-28 inches. 48-inch vanity: 35-37 inches. 60-inch vanity: 45-48 inches. 72-inch vanity: 53-55 inches.

Do I need a vanity light with a lighted mirror?

While a lighted mirror provides focused illumination, beneficial for precision tasks like makeup application or shaving, adding vanity lights enhances the roomʼs ambiance and design. Vanity lights offer more diffuse, ambient lighting that can soften shadows and create a welcoming atmosphere. The combination of both ensures a well-lit space that is functional and aesthetically pleasing, complementing the bathroomʼs overall design.

What is the best color temperature for bathroom vanity lights?

A warm white light, with a color temperature between 2700K to 3000K, is typically recommended for bathroom vanity lights, offering a soft, natural glow conducive to grooming tasks. For a cooler, more invigorating light, suitable for task lighting or to complement modern bathroom aesthetics, consider color temperatures around 3500K to 4000K. Adjust the temperature based on personal preference and the bathroomʼs design theme.

How high should the vanity lights be?

The optimal positioning of vanity lights is influenced by multiple factors, such as the size of the mirror, the roomʼs ceiling height, and the height of those using the space. As a rule of thumb, the lights should ideally be mounted about 75 to 80 inches off the floor. However, itʼs important to tailor this guideline to accommodate the specific height of your mirror and the overall layout of your bathroom. To ensure proper lighting without casting unwanted shadows or glare, the lights should be placed a few inches above the top of the mirror, with adjustments made depending on the intensity and direction of the light. This careful placement helps achieve a balanced illumination that enhances visibility and functionality.

Do vanity lights need a junction box?

Most vanity lights require a junction box for a secure and code-compliant electrical connection. Junction boxes are typically not included with light fixtures and should be purchased separately. They are readily available at hardware stores or online. Itʼs important to ensure the junction box is compatible with your lighting fixture and installation space.

The 15 Best Eclectic LED Bathroom Vanity Lights with a Silver Shade

Maxim Rail 24" LED Bath Vanity Light 52102BK, Blackby Maxim Lighting International

$76

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Tubular shaped White acrylic diffusers mount to frames of Polished Chrome, Satin Nickel, or Black. Powered by 3000K LED these fixtures work well in a variety of contract applications.

ILLUMINATION
Bulb Type: AC Integrated LED
# of bulbs: 1
Max Wattage: 16
Bulb(s) Included?: Yes
Dimmable: Triac CL
Bulb Hours: 50000
Bulb CRI: 90
Finish: Black
Back Plate(inches): 4.75 x 4.75
Wire/Cord Length(inches): 8
Shade: Polycarbonate
Material: Aluminum, Acrylic
Install direction: Both
ADA Compliant
Energy Star
Safety Rating: Damp
Voltage: 120
Weight: 1 lb.
Warranty: 5 years

Maxim Spec 18" LED Bath Vanity 52000BK - Blackby Maxim Lighting International(1)

$84

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This minimalistic contemporary approach to LED vanity lighting will be the standard for both residential and commercial applications. The light engine features a high quality dimmable driver with multi volt input and high color rendering LEDs for the ultimate vanity lighting.

ILLUMINATION
Bulb Type: LED
Socket Type: PCB Integrated
# of bulbs: 1
Max Wattage: 12
Bulb(s) Included?: Yes
Dimmable: Only at 120V with ELV
Bulb Hours: 50000
Color Temperature: 3000 Kelvin
Bulb CRI: 90+

STYLE
Finish: Black
Collection: Spec
Back Plate(inches): 4.75 x 4.75
Wire/Cord Length(inches): 8
Shade: PMMA Acrylic
Material: Aluminum, Acrylic
Install direction: All

ADDITIONAL INFO
ADA Compliant
Energy Star
Safety Rating: cETLus
Voltage: 120-277
Weight: 2.2 lbs.
Warranty: 5-Year

Maxim Spec 24" LED Bath Vanity 52002BK - Blackby Maxim Lighting International

$88

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This minimalistic contemporary approach to LED vanity lighting will be the standard for both residential and commercial applications. The light engine features a high quality dimmable driver with multi volt input and high color rendering LEDs for the ultimate vanity lighting.

ILLUMINATION
Bulb Type: LED
Socket Type: PCB Integrated
# of bulbs: 1
Max Wattage: 16
Bulb(s) Included?: Yes
Dimmable: Only at 120V with ELV
Bulb Hours: 50000
Color Temperature: 3000 Kelvin
Bulb CRI: 90+

STYLE
Finish: Black
Collection: Spec
Back Plate(inches): 4.75 x 4.75
Wire/Cord Length(inches): 8
Shade: PMMA Acrylic
Material: Aluminum, Acrylic
Install direction: All

ADDITIONAL INFO
ADA Compliant
Energy Star
Safety Rating: cETLus
Voltage: 120-277
Weight: 2.55 lbs.
Warranty: 5-Year

Maxim Spec 36" LED Bath Vanity 52006BK - Blackby Maxim Lighting International(27)

$108

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This minimalistic contemporary approach to LED vanity lighting will be the standard for both residential and commercial applications. The light engine features a high quality dimmable driver with multi volt input and high color rendering LEDs for the ultimate vanity lighting.

ILLUMINATION
Bulb Type: LED
Socket Type: PCB Integrated
# of bulbs: 1
Max Wattage: 24
Bulb(s) Included?: Yes
Dimmable: Only at 120V with ELV
Bulb Hours: 50000
Color Temperature: 3000 Kelvin
Bulb CRI: 90+

STYLE
Finish: Black
Collection: Spec
Back Plate(inches): 4.75 x 4.75
Wire/Cord Length(inches): 8
Shade: PMMA Acrylic
Material: Aluminum, Acrylic
Install direction: All

ADDITIONAL INFO
ADA Compliant
Energy Star
Safety Rating: cETLus
Voltage: 120-277
Weight: 3.42 lbs.
Warranty: 5-Year

Maxim Spec 48" LED Bath Vanity 52008BK - Blackby Maxim Lighting International

$184

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This minimalistic contemporary approach to LED vanity lighting will be the standard for both residential and commercial applications. The light engine features a high quality dimmable driver with multi volt input and high color rendering LEDs for the ultimate vanity lighting.

ILLUMINATION
Bulb Type: LED
Socket Type: PCB Integrated
# of bulbs: 1
Max Wattage: 32
Bulb(s) Included?: Yes
Dimmable: Only at 120V with ELV
Bulb Hours: 50000
Color Temperature: 3000 Kelvin
Bulb CRI: 90+

STYLE
Finish: Black
Collection: Spec
Back Plate(inches): 4.75 x 4.75
Wire/Cord Length(inches): 8
Shade: PMMA Acrylic
Material: Aluminum, Acrylic
Install direction: All

ADDITIONAL INFO
ADA Compliant
Energy Star
Safety Rating: cETLus
Voltage: 120-277
Weight: 4.6 lbs.
Warranty: 5-Year

Maxim Spec 30" LED Bath Vanity 52004BK - Blackby Maxim Lighting International

$104

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This minimalistic contemporary approach to LED vanity lighting will be the standard for both residential and commercial applications. The light engine features a high quality dimmable driver with multi volt input and high color rendering LEDs for the ultimate vanity lighting.

ILLUMINATION
Bulb Type: LED
Socket Type: PCB Integrated
# of bulbs: 1
Max Wattage: 20
Bulb(s) Included?: Yes
Dimmable: Only at 120V with ELV
Bulb Hours: 50000
Color Temperature: 3000 Kelvin
Bulb CRI: 90+

STYLE
Finish: Black
Collection: Spec
Back Plate(inches): 4.75 x 4.75
Wire/Cord Length(inches): 8
Shade: PMMA Acrylic
Material: Aluminum, Acrylic
Install direction: All

ADDITIONAL INFO
ADA Compliant
Energy Star
Safety Rating: cETLus
Voltage: 120-277
Weight: 2.95 lbs.
Warranty: 5-Year

Maxim Spec 24" LED Bath Vanity 52002BK - Blackby Maxim Lighting International(26)

$88

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This minimalistic contemporary approach to LED vanity lighting will be the standard for both residential and commercial applications. The light engine features a high quality dimmable driver with multi volt input and high color rendering LEDs for the ultimate vanity lighting.

ILLUMINATION
Bulb Type: LED
Socket Type: PCB Integrated
# of bulbs: 1
Max Wattage: 16
Bulb(s) Included?: Yes
Dimmable: Only at 120V with ELV
Bulb Hours: 50000
Color Temperature: 3000 Kelvin
Bulb CRI: 90+

STYLE
Finish: Black
Collection: Spec
Back Plate(inches): 4.75 x 4.75
Wire/Cord Length(inches): 8
Shade: PMMA Acrylic
Material: Aluminum, Acrylic
Install direction: All

ADDITIONAL INFO
ADA Compliant
Energy Star
Safety Rating: cETLus
Voltage: 120-277
Weight: 2.55 lbs.
Warranty: 5-Year

Troy Wink 1-LT Wall Light Bath Light B5831 - Silver Leafby Troy Lighting(1)

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$66

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This Wink 1-LT Wall Light Bath Light from Troy has a finish of Silver Leaf and fits in well with any Modern, Transitional Essentials style decor.

ILLUMINATION
Bulb Type: G9 Wedgebase - LED
Socket Type: G9 Wedgebase - LED
# of bulbs: 1
Max Wattage: 4
Bulb(s) Included?: Yes
Bulb CRI: 90

STYLE
Finish: Silver Leaf
Collection: Wink
Back Plate(inches): 4.5 x 4.5
Shade: Clear Glass
Glass: Clear
Material: Hand-Worked Iron

ADDITIONAL INFO
Dry rated
Safety Rating: UL
Voltage: 120
Weight: 2.6 lbs.
Warranty: 1 Year Limited Manufacturer

ELK Lighting Clasped Glass 1-Light Vanity Sconce, Chrome/Clear Beveledby ELK Group International

$70

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The Clasped Glass wall sconce showcases beveled discs of glass set onto a Polished Chrome finished frame.
Part of the Clasped Glass Collection
Finish: Polished Chrome
Item Made of Glass, Metal
Style: Modern / Contemporary
Primary Color: Silver
(1) 60W B11 Bulb
Length of Electrical Cord: 8
Dimmable: No
Overall Dimensions: 4"(L) x 6"(W) x 7"(H)Backplate/Canopy Dimensions: 6 diameterItem Weight: 1 lbs.

Industrial 3-Light Mason Jar Wall Sconce, Silver Plating with Black Finishby LALUZ(3)

$195

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Bring a warm and unique illumination to your bathroom with this industrial water pipe metal wall light. This handcrafted 3-Light wall sconces features 3 clear, quart-size 24.4", mason jars with a look of days gone by for exceptional illumination of your space, which adds romantic atmosphere to your home.
With industrial style, you can mount it in vanity, powder room, bathroom, living room, bedroom and anywhere you want freshen up.

Specifications:

Model#: ABE489
Type: Vanity Lights
Materials: Metal/Glass
Style: Transitional
Finish: Painted
Dimmable: N
Number of Bulbs: 3
Bulb Included: N
Voltage: 120
Bulb Wattage: Max 40w
Bulb Type: Incandescent/LED
Bulb Base: E-26
Light Direction: Down/Up
Power Source: Hardwired
Suitable Places: Indoor Use only
UL LISTED FOR YOUR SAFETY

Package Includes

It comes with all hardwires for quick and easy installation (bulb not included).

Warm Tips
Professional electrician or his help is needed for your safety.
Do not connect electricity before your light is fully assembled.
Please ensure the electrical box to which this fixture will be mounted is properly attached to a structural member of the building.

Saturn II LED Flush Mount/Wall Sconceby ET2 Contemporary Lighting

$178

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A new variation of a very popular series with many different configurations many of which are large scale for commercial applications. Metal rings of Matte Silver support horizontal acrylic diffusers which glow when illuminated by dimmable LED.

Number of Bulbs: 1
Type of Bulbs: PCB Integrated LED
Dimmable Using: Triac CL
Wattage: 12
Bulb(s) Included?: Integrated

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