How to choose and buy new mirrors

An essential part of any bathroom suite is the mirror, which will be used as part of the daily routine of cleaning in the morning and at night, along with applying makeup and other such everyday activities. Buying a wall mounted bathroom mirror may at first seem a perfectly simple task - after all, in theory, all mirrors will be more or less the same. However, there are a number of considerations that should be taken into account before a buyer commits to purchasing a mirror for the bathroom.

One of the more obvious factors which can make all the difference when it comes to choosing a mirror to be used in the bathroom is the size and shape. A bathroom mirror will, by its very nature, have to fit into an allotted space: usually this is above the washbasin, although some people prefer taller mirrors which would need to be located elsewhere. Another factor is aesthetic appeal: if a mirror has a coloured frame, for example, then it may be desirable to pick a colour which matches the overall suite. Similarly, the general layout of the bathroom will dictate whether a rectangular or oval mirror would be best suited.

Having touched upon the broader distinctions between mirrors, it is worth spending some time discussing the more specific elements that will separate one bathroom mirror from another. If the mirror is intended to be placed above the basin, then measure the basin first; for the most pleasing bathroom layout, it will be advisable for the mirror to be no wider than the basin below. The ideal design of frame will, of course, be dictated by the surrounding bathroom, and it is worth putting thought into exactly which kind of frame would look best in the environment. 

It may be that no frame is needed at all - bathrooms with very modern designs will often look cleaner and sharper with a plain, square, frameless mirror hanging on the wall. Today, it is not uncommon to find bathroom mirrors which are fitted with LEDs. The main idea behind these LED mirrors, of course, is that they can be easily used even in the dark; some people may not find this feature useful and will prefer to make use of the main bathroom light. Whether or not an LED mirror is desirable will depend on the daily routine and personal tastes of the buyer.