Vanity Lighting Guide
Whether you’re completely gutting your bathroom and starting from scratch, or just completing a small refresh, vanity lighting (specifically GOOD vanity lighting) is a key component to any elevated design. The quality of the lighting matters but where you choose to hang that lighting is equally as important. An improperly placed sconce or pendant can throw your whole design out of whack, and we don’t want that! To provide some direction and make sure you’re don’t make any lighting faux pas, we’re sharing our tips & tricks, favorite light fixtures and of course, a little inspiration.
The Basics:
When it comes to placement, always start with your mirror
Consider how your vanity lighting will interact with overhead lighting
Avoid florescent lighting
A dimmer switch will help create customized mood lighting
Tips for hanging Sconces:
Consider centering the sconce on the side of the vanity mirror.
Make sure the fixture isn’t place on the wall past the end of the vanity/counter.
When working with a double vanity and double mirror, consider adding a third sconce in the middle!
Tips for hanging lighting over the vanity mirror:
Vanity lighting should never hang over the mirror.
Ensure the fixture isn’t wider than the mirror.
Try to center the light between the ceiling and the top of the mirror.
Tips for hanging vanity light pendants:
Consider hanging a large-scale pendant in the middle of a double vanity.
For an unexpected look, try staggering two pendants on one side of the vanitiy
Ensure the pendant compliments the mirror style.
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