Bathroom Mirror
Santosh Jha
| 27-09-2023
· Lifestyle Team
The bathroom is a place where moisture and wet conditions persist for the long term.
Therefore, it's crucial to ensure that our waterproof, moisture-resistant, and anti-slip features are effective. If not, it could lead to safety hazards during everyday use. For this reason, it's advisable not to install an overly large mirror in the bathroom.
When it comes to the ideal installation height of a bathroom mirror for safety, it should be positioned at a minimum height of 135 centimeters above the ground. However, the height of family members may vary, so a reasonable choice of height should be made.
The most common standard size for bathroom cabinets, including wall-mounted ones, typically ranges from 800mm to 1000mm in length and 450mm to 500mm in width. These dimensions are quite standard due to the relatively uniform size of most bathrooms.
Finding oversized or ultra-small bathroom cabinets in the market can be challenging. Customization may be an option, but it can significantly impact both aesthetics and pricing.
In cases where space is limited, a wall-mounted porcelain basin, approximately 500mm in length, can be a beautiful and space-saving choice.
Besides the standard sizes, bathroom cabinets can also come in larger sizes, such as 1200mm or more.
These larger sizes often accommodate additional side cabinets and can reach up to 1600mm in length. Typically, bathroom cabinets are installed with the cabinet's surface approximately 80mm to 85mm above the ground.
For mirror installation, the height should be adjusted according to the users' height and preferences. The most suitable placement is when a person stands in front of the mirror, and their head is positioned at the center.
The lower edge of the bathroom mirror should be at least 135 centimeters from the ground, but it can be adjusted up or down to accommodate the varying heights of family members. To achieve better imaging, it's advisable to keep the center of the mirror at a height of 160-165 cm from the ground.
Bathroom mirrors come in various types based on their appearance:
1. Large bathroom mirrors, which are commonly placed on the side wall of the bathroom and can provide a full-body reflection.
2. Desk mirrors (makeup mirrors), which can be placed on a vanity or fixed on the wall with a retractable bracket. These mirrors are typically compact and are used for detailed makeup application.
3. Embedded bathroom mirrors, where carpenters create small wall cabinets during a house renovation, with a mirror attached to the cabinet door.
This space-saving solution can be used as a wall mirror when the door is closed and can store daily medicines, bath products, cosmetics, and other small items when open.
In the bathroom, it's also advisable to choose a stainless steel frame anti-fog mirror. Stainless steel is resistant to rust and corrosion, making it ideal for the moist and vapor-filled bathroom environment. Additionally, mirrors with built-in lighting can enhance the overall lighting in the bathroom.