Mirror with internal illumination: pros and cons, features

2024 Author: Priscilla Miln | [email protected]. Last modified: 2023-12-16 00:21

Mirrors with internal lighting have already firmly established themselves in our homes. Perhaps it is difficult to find a room in which they are not at all. And the one who at least once "tried" a mirror surface with backlighting is unlikely to refuse it. The most popular mirrors with internal lighting for the bathroom and make-up. But if a cosmetic mirror can be basically anything, then for a bathroom, as for a room with high humidity, it must be not only of good quality, but also moisture resistant.

Pros

• Thanks to the mirror with internal lighting in the bathroom, condensation will not collect on it, as even the weakest lamps will still heat the surface.
• With the help of internal lighting on a mirror surface, you can create additional lighting in a small room.
• Additional illumination makes it easier to apply perfect makeup, as well as shaving and other hygiene procedures.
• Mirror withinternal illumination also plays a decorative role. It fits perfectly into almost any interior. And with the help of several of these mirrors, you can create interesting lighting solutions in the form of corridors, tunnels, and the like.

Cons

• Bad quality bath mirrors don't last long. Mirrors with internal LED lighting will rust quickly in humid conditions.
• Blinding light. When buying, give preference to models with a soft, even light that does not put pressure on the eyes.

So, if there are no special requirements for a cosmetic mirror, then, as mentioned above, the choice of a bathroom mirror must be approached more responsibly.

Internally lit bathroom mirror

Bathroom models with internal lighting can be either stand-alone or with cabinets that have built-in lamps.

Most often, these options are produced complete with LED lamps or ribbons. The advantage of the tape is that it does not give blinding light that hits the eyes, and at the same time does not distort the image.

It is quite natural that a mirror with internal illumination cannot be cheap, since too many technological processes must be followed in its creation and only high-quality materials must be used. The bathroom is considered to be a high-humidity area, and the items used there are subject to increased requirements.

Models of bathroom mirrors

• With a shelf. In such models, the mirror is combined with a glass or mirror shelf, usually below the reflective surface or on the sides. This is the most popular mirror model with internal illumination. Customer reviews of such models are almost always positive, because they fit perfectly into any interior without cluttering it up. They can be absolutely any shape, but most often they are still rectangular. The backlight can be installed both on the upper edge of the mirror surface and around the entire perimeter.
• With wardrobe. Such mirrors are most often installed above the washbasin. The most popular model, when the mirror is also the doors of the cabinet. But there are also models with a reflective cloth built into the cabinet. Such options are very convenient, as they allow you to hide from prying eyes objects that are not intended for prying eyes. Cabinets can be of any shape, including corner ones. Illumination both inside and outside the cabinet is combined - LED lamps are installed inside the cabinet, and an LED strip runs along the perimeter of the outer surface. If there are a large number of lamps, it is better to have separate wiring in the bathroom.

Types of switches

Depending on the model, the mirror may have either a conventional switch located on the surface, or remote on and off. More expensive options with built-in lighting have a touch switch,which is triggered by hand movement. But such models are not particularly convenient for bathrooms, moreover, their cost reaches 100,000 rubles.

But choosing the right bathroom mirror is not enough. You still need to install it correctly.

Installation requirements

• Install a mirror with built-in lighting in such a way that it reflects not only the head, but also the torso of a standing person, at least up to the shoulders.
• Choose a model in such a way that the lamp illuminates the person standing in front of it, and not a reflective surface
• Lamps placed directly in front of your eyes will distort the image and blind you. Choose options in which the backlight is located either around the perimeter or above eye level. This rule applies not only to the choice of model, but also to the method of mounting the mirror in the bathroom.
• If you want to create a cozy atmosphere in the bathroom, use lamps that give warm light. If, on the contrary, you need to see all the details of the image, then cold light will suit you.
• When installing the mirror, make sure that the wiring does not come into contact with water. For this, there are special corrugations on sale that are hidden in the wall.
• All lamps must be designed specifically for rooms with high humidity. These luminaires are marked with IP>67 (moisture protection index).

Conclusion

Purchasing a mirror with built-in lighting is exactly the case when you don't need to save. A poor-quality mirror can cause not only a fire, but also other deplorable consequences. When buying, always check all labels to make sure once again that it is intended specifically for wet rooms.

In cases where you have absolutely no skills in electrical installation, it is better to entrust the installation of a mirror to a professional. Remember that the miser pays twice!