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.

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George Kovacs Alluria Bathroom Vanity, 2 Lightby Minka Aire

$170

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George Kovacs Alluria Bathroom Vanity, 1 Lightby Minka Aire

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George Kovacs Lighting P5721-084-L Skinny - 8" 11W 1 LED Bath Vanityby Minka Aire

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Mounting Direction: Reversible
Shade Included: Yes
Color Temperature: 3000
Lumens: 455.6
CRI: 93
Rated Life: 30000 Hours
Hardwire of Plug?: Hardwire
Number of Bulbs Used: 1
Type/Wattage of Bulbs: LED 11W
Are bulbs included? Yes
UL Listed: Yes

George Kovacs Alluria Bathroom Vanity, 3 Lightby Minka Aire

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George Kovacs P5424-572 Alluria Ii 4 Light Bath in Matte Coal / Polished Nickelby Minka Aire

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Bulbs Included: No
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George Kovacs Alluria Bathroom Vanity, 4 Lightby Minka Aire

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33" Width x 8.5" Height x 7.75" Extension
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George Kovacs Alluria Bathroom Vanity, 4 Lightby Minka Aire

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1-Light Wall Sconce, Chrome With Etched Opal Glass Glassby Minka Aire(5)

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Number of Bulbs: 1
Bulb Type: T10 Med
Bulb Wattage: 60
Bulb Included: N
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George Kovacs Saber 2-Light Bath Light P5042-647B, Painted Copper Bronze Patinaby Minka Aire(493)

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This 2-LT Bath Light from George Kovacs has a finish of Painted Copper Bronze Patina and fits in well with any CONTEMPORARY style decor.

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Bulb Type: T-10,MED
# of bulbs: 2
Max Wattage: 60
Bulb(s) Included?: No
Dimmable: Yes

STYLE
Finish: Painted Copper Bronze Patina
Collection: Saber
Canopy(inches): 4.75 x 0.5
Shade: Glass
Glass: Etched Opal
Material: Steel, Glass
Install direction: Horiz/Vert

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Safety Rating: ETL
Weight: 3.31 lbs.

Minka Lavery Vernon Place 1-Light Bath Vanity Light 5891-77, Chromeby Minka Aire(1)

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This 1-LT Bath Vanity Light from Minka Lavery has a finish of Chrome and fits in well with any Transitional style decor.
Bulb Type: T8
# of bulbs: 1
Max Wattage: 60
Bulb(s) Included?: No
Dimmable: Yes
Finish: Chrome
Collection: Vernon Place
Back Plate(inches): 5.5 x 14
Shade: Glass
Glass: Clear Ribbed
Material: Steel, Glass
Damp rated
Safety Rating: ETL
Weight: 4.34 lbs.

Minka Lavery Parsons Studio 3-LT Bath Vanity 6103-66 - Sand Coalby Minka Aire(5)

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This 3-LT Bath Vanity from Minka Lavery has a finish of Sand Coal and fits in well with any Transitional style decor.

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Bulb Type: A-19, Med
# of bulbs: 3
Max Wattage: 100
Bulb(s) Included?: No
Dimmable: Yes

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Finish: Sand Coal
Collection: Parsons Studio
Back Plate(inches): 8 x 4.5
Shade: Glass
Glass: Etched White Glass
Material: Steel, Glass

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Weight: 6.42 lbs.

George Kovacs Saber 1-Light Wall Sconce P5041-077-PL, Chromeby Minka Aire

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This 1-LT Wall Sconce from George Kovacs has a finish of Chrome and fits in well with any CONTEMPORARY style decor.

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Bulb Type: PL 2U 13W (G24q-1.4 PIN)
# of bulbs: 1
Max Wattage: 13
Bulb(s) Included?: Yes
Dimmable: No

STYLE
Finish: Chrome
Collection: Saber
Back Plate(inches): 4.75 x 2
Shade: Glass
Glass: Etched Opal Glass
Material: Steel , Glass
Install direction: Up

ADDITIONAL INFO
Damp rated
Safety Rating: ETL
Weight: 3.2 lbs.

George Kovacs Alluria 1-Light Wall Sconce, Weathered Black / Autumn Gold Accentsby Minka Aire

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Weathered Black Finish
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7.75" Width x 9.25" Height x 6" Extension
Full Factory Lifetime Warranty

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Minka Lavery Vernon Place 2-Light Bath Vanity Light 5892-77, Chromeby Minka Aire(2)

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This 2-LT Bath Vanity Light from Minka Lavery has a finish of Chrome and fits in well with any Transitional style decor.
Bulb Type: T8
# of bulbs: 2
Max Wattage: 60
Bulb(s) Included?: No
Dimmable: Yes
Finish: Chrome
Collection: Vernon Place
Back Plate(inches): 11.5 x 5
Shade: Glass
Glass: Clear Ribbed
Material: Steel, Glass
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Safety Rating: ETL
Weight: 6.17 lbs.

Minka Lavery Waverly Plaza 2-Light Bath Light 2462-691, Coal/Brushed Nickelby Minka Aire

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This 2-LT Bath Vanity Light from Minka Lavery has a finish of Coal With Brushed Nickel and fits in well with any Transitional style decor.
Bulb Type: A-19, MED
# of bulbs: 2
Max Wattage: 60
Bulb(s) Included?: No
Dimmable: Yes
Finish: Coal With Brushed Nickel
Collection: Waverly Plaza
Back Plate(inches): 5 x 5
Shade: Glass
Glass: Etched Opal
Material: Steel, Glass
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Safety Rating: ETL
Weight: 6.88 lbs.

George Kovacs Lighting P1171-077-L Verin - 9.25" 14W 1 LED Bath Vanityby Minka Aire(4)

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Mounting Direction: Reversible
Shade Included: Yes
Color Temperature: 3000
Lumens: 728.66
CRI: 82
Rated Life: 30000 Hours
Hardwire of Plug?: Hardwire
Number of Bulbs Used: 1
Type/Wattage of Bulbs: LED 14W
Are bulbs included? Yes
UL Listed: Yes

Minka Lavery Winsley 3-Light Wall Sconce 2433-84, Brushed Nickelby Minka Aire(1)

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This 3-LT Wall Sconce from Minka Lavery has a finish of Brushed Nickel and fits in well with any Transitional style decor.
Bulb Type: A-19, MED
# of bulbs: 3
Max Wattage: 60
Bulb(s) Included?: No
Dimmable: Yes
Finish: Brushed Nickel
Collection: Winsley
Back Plate(inches): 5.13 x 5.13
Shade: Glass
Glass: Clear Seeded
Material: Steel, Glass
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Safety Rating: ETL
Weight: 5.62 lbs.

Minka Lavery LED Bath Vanity Light 2874-84-L, Brushed Nickelby Minka Aire

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This LED Bath Vanity Light from Minka Lavery has a finish of Brushed Nickel and fits in well with any Transitional style decor.
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Bulb(s) Included?: No
Finish: Brushed Nickel
Material: Metal
Weight: 3.26 lbs.

Bath, Polished Nickelby Minka Aire(3)

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Number of Bulbs: 3
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George Kovacs Alluria Bathroom Vanity, 3 Lightby Minka Aire

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Weathered Black Finish
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Minka Lavery Emmerham 2-Light Bath Vanity Light 2182-695, Soft Brassby Minka Aire

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This 2-LT Bath Vanity Light from Minka Lavery has a finish of Soft Brass and fits in well with any Transitional style decor.
Bulb Type: T8
# of bulbs: 2
Max Wattage: 60
Bulb(s) Included?: No
Dimmable: Yes
Finish: Soft Brass
Collection: Emmerham
Back Plate(inches): 7 x 5
Shade: Glass
Glass: Clear
Material: Steel, Glass
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Safety Rating: ETL
Weight: 4.23 lbs.

Minka Lavery Drury 4-Light LED Bath Vanity Light, Coal/Polished Nickelby Minka Aire(2)

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This 4LT LED Bath Vanity Light from Minka Lavery has a finish of Coal W/Polished Nickel Highligt and fits in well with any Transitional style decor.
Bulb Type: Z05 LED
# of bulbs: 4
Max Wattage: 8
Bulb(s) Included?: Yes
Dimmable: Yes
Bulb Hours: 30000
Color Temperature: 3000 Kelvin
Lumens: 2323.7
Bulb CRI: 92
Finish: Coal W/Polished Nickel Highligt
Collection: Drury
Back Plate(inches): 7 x 5
Shade: Glass
Glass: Etched White
Material: Steel, Glass
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Safety Rating: ETL
Weight: 10.03 lbs.

George Kovacs Alluria II 3-Light Bath Vanity-Light, Coal/Polished Nickelby Minka Aire

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This 3-LT Bath Vanity-LT from George Kovacs has a finish of Coal w/ Polished Nickel and fits in well with any Contemporary style decor.

Bulb Type: G16.5, Cand.
# of bulbs: 3
Max Wattage: 60
Bulb(s) Included?: No
Dimmable: Yes
Finish: Coal w/ Polished Nickel
Collection: Alluria II
Back Plate(inches): 5.37 x 5.13
Shade: Glass
Glass: Etched Opal
Material: Steel, Glass
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Safety Rating: UL
Weight: 7.05 lbs.

Minka Lavery Chatham Square Bath 1-Light Bath Light 2471-84, Brushed Nickelby Minka Aire(1)

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This 1-LT Bath Vanity Light from Minka Lavery has a finish of Brushed Nickel and fits in well with any Transitional style decor.
Bulb Type: A-19, MED
# of bulbs: 1
Max Wattage: 60
Bulb(s) Included?: No
Dimmable: Yes
Finish: Brushed Nickel
Collection: Chatham Square Bath
Back Plate(inches): 4.75 x 7.38
Shade: Glass
Glass: Clear Seeded
Material: Steel, Glass
Damp rated
Safety Rating: ETL
Weight: 2.78 lbs.

Minka Lavery LED Bath Vanity Light 2872-66A-L, Coalby Minka Aire

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This LED Bath Vanity Light from Minka Lavery has a finish of Coal and fits in well with any Transitional style decor.
Bulb Type: 15 W LED
Bulb(s) Included?: No
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Material: Metal
Weight: 2.7 lbs.

Minka Lavery Bishop Crossing Bath 2-Light Bath Vanity Light 2452-695, Soft Brassby Minka Aire

$155

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This 2-LT Bath Vanity Light from Minka Lavery has a finish of Soft Brass and fits in well with any Transitional style decor.
Bulb Type: T-10, MED
# of bulbs: 2
Max Wattage: 60
Bulb(s) Included?: No
Dimmable: Yes
Finish: Soft Brass
Collection: Bishop Crossing Bath
Back Plate(inches): 15 x 4.75
Shade: Glass
Glass: Etched White
Material: Steel, Glass
Damp rated
Safety Rating: ETL
Weight: 5.34 lbs.

George Kovacs Alluria Bathroom Vanity, 2 Lightby Minka Aire

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$170

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Features

Weathered Black Finish
Autumn Gold Accents
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Full Factory Warranty

Light Specifications

Dimmable
75W G9 Xenon Bulbs
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Minka Lavery Haisley 3-Light Bath Vanity Coalby Minka Aire

$106

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This 3 Light Bath Vanity from Minka Lavery has a finish of Coal and fits in well with any Tranistional style decor.
Bulb Type: A-19, MED
# of bulbs: 3
Max Wattage: 60
Bulb(s) Included?: No
Dimmable: Yes
Finish: Coal
Collection: Haisley
Back Plate(inches): 4.88 x 4.88
Shade: Glass
Glass: Clear
Material: Metal, Glass
Damp rated
Safety Rating: ETL
Weight: 7.05 lbs.

Minka Lavery Bishop Crossing Bath 3-Light Bath Vanity Light 2453-695, Soft Brassby Minka Aire

$220

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This 3-LT Bath Vanity Light from Minka Lavery has a finish of Soft Brass and fits in well with any Transitional style decor.
Bulb Type: T-10, MED
# of bulbs: 3
Max Wattage: 60
Bulb(s) Included?: No
Dimmable: Yes
Finish: Soft Brass
Collection: Bishop Crossing Bath
Back Plate(inches): 24 x 4.75
Shade: Glass
Glass: Etched White
Material: Steel, Glass
Damp rated
Safety Rating: ETL
Weight: 8.16 lbs.

Minka Lavery Winsley 3-Light Wall Sconce 2433-878, Coal And Stained Brassby Minka Aire

$114

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This 3-LT Wall Sconce from Minka Lavery has a finish of Coal And Stained Brass and fits in well with any Transitional style decor.
Bulb Type: A-19, MED
# of bulbs: 3
Max Wattage: 60
Bulb(s) Included?: No
Dimmable: Yes
Finish: Coal And Stained Brass
Collection: Winsley
Back Plate(inches): 5.13 x 5.13
Shade: Glass
Glass: Clear Seeded
Material: Steel, Glass
Damp rated
Safety Rating: ETL
Weight: 5.62 lbs.

Minka Lavery Monico 1-Light Bath Vanity Light 3361-572, Coal/Polished Nickelby Minka Aire(3)

$120

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This 1-LT Bath Vanity Light from Minka Lavery has a finish of Coal W/Polished Nickel Highligt and fits in well with any Transitional style decor.
Bulb Type: A-19, MED
# of bulbs: 1
Max Wattage: 100
Bulb(s) Included?: No
Dimmable: Yes
Finish: Coal W/Polished Nickel Highligt
Collection: Monico
Back Plate(inches): 5.88 x 5
Shade: Glass
Glass: Clear Seedy
Material: Steel / Glass
Damp rated
Safety Rating: ETL
Weight: 3.33 lbs.

Sable Point 3-Light Bath Sconce, Sand Black & Honey Gold Acc & Clear Glassby Minka Aire

$300

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Stylish and bold. Make an illuminating statement with this fixture. An ideal lighting fixture for your home.
Number of Bulbs: 3
Bulb Type: T8
Wattage: 60
Bulb Included: No
UL Listing: No

George Kovacs Alluria II 4-Light Bath Vanity-Light, Coal/Polished Nickelby Minka Aire

$350

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This 4-LT Bath Vanity-LT from George Kovacs has a finish of Coal w/ Polished Nickel and fits in well with any Contemporary style decor.

Bulb Type: G16.5, Cand.
# of bulbs: 4
Max Wattage: 60
Bulb(s) Included?: No
Dimmable: Yes
Finish: Coal w/ Polished Nickel
Collection: Alluria II
Back Plate(inches): 5.34 x 5.13
Shade: Glass
Glass: Etched Opal
Material: Steel, Glass
Damp rated
Safety Rating: UL
Weight: 8.82 lbs.

1-Light Wall Sconce, Brushed Stainless Steelby Minka Aire

$105

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1 LIGHT WALL SCONCE. This fixture requires 1 T-10 medium bulbs. The maximum wattage is 60 watts. The bulbs are not included. This product is not UL listed.

Minka Lavery Vernon Place 3-Light Bath Vanity Light 5893-77, Chromeby Minka Aire

$185

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This 3-LT Bath Vanity Light from Minka Lavery has a finish of Chrome and fits in well with any Transitional style decor.
Bulb Type: T8
# of bulbs: 3
Max Wattage: 60
Bulb(s) Included?: No
Dimmable: Yes
Finish: Chrome
Collection: Vernon Place
Back Plate(inches): 18.5 x 5
Shade: Glass
Glass: Clear Ribbed
Material: Steel, Glass
Damp rated
Safety Rating: ETL
Weight: 8.95 lbs.

Minka Lavery Tiberia 4-Light Bath Vanity Soft Brassby Minka Aire

$230

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This 4 Light Bath Vanity from Minka Lavery has a finish of Soft Brass and fits in well with any Tranistional style decor.
Bulb Type: T8
# of bulbs: 4
Max Wattage: 60
Bulb(s) Included?: No
Dimmable: Yes
Finish: Soft Brass
Collection: Tiberia
Back Plate(inches): 30.38 x 5
Shade: Glass
Glass: Clear
Material: Steel, Glass
Damp rated
Safety Rating: ETL
Weight: 13.49 lbs.

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