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What to Look for When Choosing Vanity Lights for Bathrooms

Vanity Lights for Bathrooms

By Sophia ParkerPublished 3 years ago 4 min read

When you think of the bathroom, what comes to mind? Maybe it's that moment in the middle of a shower when you have to fight for space with your shampoo and conditioner bottles. Or maybe it's just that time of day when you notice how dark everything is without any overhead lighting. Whatever the case may be, we know that one thing is sure: there isn't enough light in bathrooms! Luckily, though—or maybe "unluckily" would be more accurate—there are many ways to solve this problem! And one way to do so is by installing a vanity light above your sink or mirror area (or especially both).

Where should vanity lights go?

The best place for vanity lights is directly over the mirror, which you can see in the picture above. This will help you get the most out of your makeup and skin care products.

You should also ensure that your vanity light is at eye level so that it doesn't obstruct your view when applying makeup or doing other things in front of it.

Choose a light with a pull chain to save time and energy—you won't have to deal with batteries or wires!

What type of lighting is best for a bathroom?

Many types of bathroom lights are available, each with unique properties. For example, an LED light may be more energy efficient than a fluorescent light or incandescent bulb. It could also last longer than both options because it uses less electricity to power itself and is, therefore, less likely to fail mid-repair or break down entirely if the weather gets hot enough (which is always a concern). In addition, if you have trouble seeing in your bathroom at night because of poor lighting conditions, you'll appreciate how much easier it is with this bulb!

You'll want to think about how easy it will be to install these lights into place before purchasing them as well: some require screws, while others need wires attached so they can easily be mounted anywhere within reach on walls or ceilings near where they'll be used most often during regular use—or even just around common areas inside homes like kitchens where people spend most waking hours trying out new recipes every day!

How many lights should there be on the vanity?

You can have as many lights as you like in your bathroom, so long as they're all within the same family of fixtures. If you're mixing and matching different styles of light, ensure each one is compatible with the other ones on your vanity. For example: if you have a regular fixture and then add a flush wall-mounting light later, it won't work with the existing one.

How high up should bathroom vanity lights be?

Bathroom vanity lights should be placed at eye level, usually about 2-3 feet above the floor. This will give you enough light to see and work with, but not so much that it makes you dizzy.

It would help if you also considered what height your bathroom vanity light would be from your waterline (the point where the drain meets the tub) when placing it in your bathroom. Suppose this is too high up or low down. In that case, either one may result in unnecessary strain on your neck and back while using them at night time after long days of work or playing out on decking areas like parks or beaches where there isn't any support provided by nearby buildings such as homes built onto stilts due to flooding issues caused by hurricanes hitting coastal areas over decades ago."

What size vanity light should I choose?

The right vanity light is a crucial component to creating a beautiful bathroom, and it should be proportional to the size of your mirror, sink, and other features in your bathroom.

Choose a larger-than-average light fixture if you have an oversized mirror or large-scale vanity (like a single sink). This will help balance the room's proportions and give it more depth.

If you have minimal counter space, go with something small: It'll make everything else feel bigger!

Each of these factors will affect your choice.

There are a few things to consider when choosing the right bathroom vanity light. First, where you'll be placing your new fixture is essential. If you're putting it near an existing ceiling light or wall-mounted fixture, then be sure they can handle whatever wattage needs to be removed (this isn't always obvious).

Second, consider how many bulbs are needed for each task—you may want more than one bulb per task! Thirdly, consider how tall and wide each bulb should be; some fixtures have multiple sizes available for customers who need specific amounts of light coverage throughout their homes or businesses."

Conclusion

There are plenty of factors to consider when choosing a bathroom vanity light. You should weigh these against your needs and wants before making a final decision. If you're still unsure what type of lighting works best for your bathroom, ask an expert at your local fixture store!

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