Choosing a mirror for the bathroom

A bathroom mirror is an essential accessory for everyday use. This attribute is full in stores. You can find a product for any wallet, taste, style and enjoy the "new thing". It would seem, choose any mirror you like, buy and hang on a free space in the bathroom. But everything is not so simple, dear friends!

Mirror - a necessary element of any bathroom.

The choice of such an attribute must be approached responsibly, seriously, with preparation. It must correctly indicate the shortcomings of the person before anyone notices them, be combined with the interior of the bathroom, be comfortable and beautiful. In this article you will learn how to choose the right, self-install, decorate the mirror surface.

The mirror located in the wall niche is a very effective solution.

My light, mirror, say ...

Even the most unpretentious bathroom can not do without both a small and a large mirror, it can be called a magic wand.

A large rectangular mirror is ideal, especially for women.

The functionality of the most important household attribute is no limit, here are some of them.

1. The most important thing in human life is hygiene procedures. Having jumped off the bed, people are already in the bathroom with one foot, brushing their teeth, shaving, washing, looking in the mirror for a long time.
2. If there is an outlet next to it, then you can immediately dry your hair with a hair dryer, twist it with a curling iron.
3. Women are painted, make hair, evaluate their appearance in any free time.
4. Mirrors visually expand and transform a small room space.
5. You can fill the bathroom with cheerful notes and add light by buying a product with light.
6. With a mirror much more comfortable. It is not only the best helper, but also the decoration of the bathroom.

Mirrors are able to visually expand the space, which is very important for most bathrooms of ordinary city apartments.

The correct arrangement of mirrors

The mirror surface should be of high-quality production, attractive and convenient for everyday use by children and adults. And also harmoniously and stylishly look in the overall design of the bathroom. Therefore, before placing this accessory you need to remember some useful tips.

If your mirror is highlighted, then near it you can not only brush your teeth, but also apply makeup, style your hair and perform other procedures.

1. Virtually any home has children who want to test the glass for strength. Therefore, take care of their health and comfort.
   
   

   Install mirrors at a height of 1-2 meters from the floor.

2. If you have a non-standard shell prevailing at a height of 0.7, then you will have to keep a distance between it and the web of 20-40 cm.
   
   

   Then splashes of water will not fall on the surface of the product.

3. The upper part of the installed mirror should correspond to the height of a person with a margin of several centimeters, but in no case be above the door jamb.
   
   

   Ignoring this advice, you will make the bathroom awkward and uncomfortable.

4. When buying a mirror, pay special attention to its parameters. They must fit the wall on which the canvas is installed.
   
   

   The distances between the available interior items are also taken into account.

5. The width of the mirror should match the size of the sink or be slightly smaller.
   
   

   So, interior items will look harmonious and attractive.

6. Frames for the product is better to choose thicker.
   
   

   Thus, the discomfort associated with reflection from the tile, the light, will not disturb you at the time of the procedures.

Lighting as a major addition to the mirror

The working lighting of the mirror surface should be bright, comfortable, but not dazzling.A rectangular bathroom mirror stretched upwards will be perfectly illuminated with even, without shadows, if symmetrically mounted on the sides of the accessory of a lamp with diffused light.

Such models look especially advantageous against the background of a dark or bright, colorful finish.

Use halogen lamps, built-in lights, mounted with mounting glue on the mirror surface. For a wide large mirror, you can use the backlight located above and below.

When the light is located behind the plane of the mirror, it creates the feeling that it is floating in the air.

A convenient way is to install the light source inside the mirror, but strictly along the perimeter or along the edges, the overhead light shows all the flaws of the face, even those that are not there. Overhead lighting is a friend of deep shadows.

Such a simple technological solution diversifies the interior of the bathroom and makes it more modern.

For a large mirror, spot lighting is important. It gives a comfortable diffused light.Never light only one side of the household element.Remember, you do not need to apply bright color lighting just like that. It distorts the image in the mirror, which can be scared after sleep.

For the bathroom, try to choose a source of light similar to natural light. It should be soft and scattered.

The mirror is part of the modern style.

A mirror is a household item and a source of numerous design ideas. Let's consider what mirror accessories will be the best option in the design of the bathroom in different directions of design.

1. Minimalism.

It is characterized by ease, airiness, simplicity. Here are relevant mirrors that create a large free space. Square, rectangular attributes and even in the form of a drop, a star, a heart are suitable for this style, while the other elements of the interior will be kept in a minimalist style.

It can be large full-length canvases, located against the wall so as to create a right angle between them.

2. Empire

This style requires mirrors of a round, oval shape. Let it be small, but placed in a luxurious carved frame imitating stucco. It creates an atmosphere of the "imperial" era.

Coffee-colored frames will perfectly complement this gorgeous style.

3. Classic.

It does not lose relevance and is flawlessly complemented by mirrors of standard forms of ordinary dimensions. But if you are tired of simplicity, you can add a classic-style highlight to the bathroom. Revive it with several mirror shelves, and you will be surprised at the transformation.

Such mirrors are incredibly easily combined with the interior.

4. Country Style

It is characterized by the presence of numerous decorative elements that fill the bathroom with coziness and warmth. This style prefers small round mirrors and no sharp corners.

This style welcomes the original frame for the mirrors.

What material to choose a mirror

When you make a bathroom do not forget that the humidity here, right, say, rolls over.When cleaning, all kinds of cleaning products are used, so the materials for the production of mirrors and the frame should be with a moisture resistant coating.

It protects the product from corrosion, prolongs operation.

The reverse side of the mirror surface for the bathroom is coated with aluminum, treated with artificial resins. They prevent destructive actions, they are not afraid of the temperature difference, water.

You can buy a bathroom mirror with a silver coating, which is applied a special paint that protects the product from the bad effects of moisture. They are durable, but more expensive.

• The surface of the reflecting element. Do not forget to look at the surrounding space through the mirror before buying. Mirror angles should not be distorted. Pay attention to the frame, they must reliably "hold" a mirror. Do not take a cloth with scratches, defects.
  
  

  Facial features, geometric shapes of objects in the reflection should be clear, and the shades are correct.

• Glass thickness On bathroom mirrors with a thickness of less than 4 mm should not pay attention to avoid trouble.
  
  

  Be sure to choose tempered glass that has been serving for many years.

• Mounting mirror. A small mirror is attached to the wall with a sucker. They do not damage the top layer of the wall, and the fixation itself takes place in a matter of seconds. To install a large mirror screws are used.
  
  

  The fastener must comply with the dimensions of the product.

Not like everyone else ...

Many of us love to give our bathroom originality and dissimilarity, so not only wall mirrors are used, but also floor and ceiling mirrors.

With their help, you can effectively transform a small room and see your reflection from all sides.

Mirrors with decorated drawings, original illuminations, unique inscriptions or dressed in irresistible frames will give the room unmatched.

This mirror is an exceptionally modern and fashionable bathroom accessory.

Incredibly beautiful looks like a mirror in the wall, the edging of which is made of a luxurious frame.

In a large room you can pick up a rectangular mirror with a large pattern or frame.

The privacy of a person in the bathroom occurs often. It is necessary to be in it with comfort, with a sense of security. Therefore, stay true to your taste, choose high-quality furniture and listen to wise advice! And clean mirrors will invigorate for the whole day.

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