have climbed to the top of our best-seller list thanks to their versatility which makes them perfect bathroom mirror lights. Not only can they be used either way up, but you can style them with a fabric shade of your choice which means there are endless options for finding the perfect match to your decor, as well as refreshing your look over the years.
The Dorest is another newcomer that is proving to be popular among custsomers searching for bathroom mirror lights; drawn to its sleek, vintage design and flexability. It is another one of thoe tha can be used horizontally, along the top of a mirror, or vertically, by the side, meaning it suits most applications in the home. Choose a fluted shade to enjoy the reflective qualities of glass, or a frosted one for a more ethereal glow.
Where to fit your bathroom mirror light above a mirror depends on the size of your mirror and how much room there is above it. Generally speaking we say that you need your bathroom mirror light to be placed centrally at least 5cm above the top of the mirror frame and around 15-20 cm above the hairline of the tallest person in your family for good, soft light. Avoid placing lights directly over the mirror at a very low height, as this can cast unflattering shadows on your face.
WHERE DO I FIT A WALL LIGHT
BESIDE A BATHROOM MIRROR?
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Fitting a wall sconce on either side of your bathroom mirror is an ideal way to make sure you have good ambient light. Wall lights should be placed at eye level or a little above, that is generally around 155 - 165cm (5.5 to 6ft) from floor level and around 20-30cm away from the mirror's edge to ensure shadow-free illumination. If your bathroom has a high ceiling, or you have a vertically hung mirror, you may need to adjust these heights upwards accordingly.
WHAT IS AN IP RATING?
IP stands for Ingress Protection and is a 2 digit rating given to a light during testing to determine the level of protection its electrical parts have against dirt, dust and water. The digits range from 0 for no protection, to 9 for total protection. The higher the digits, the better the level of protection. The first digit deals with intrusion from dirt and dust particles, while the second relates to protection against water. Generally, bathroom lights need to have an IP rating of 44 and above to account for the level of water vapour and condensation in these rooms.
WHAT ARE BATHROOM ZONES?
These are areas of the bathroom that dictate the level of safety required for electrical fixtures to be fitted depending on how close they are to water. There are 4 main zones defined by their distance from a water source, such as a bath, shower or wash basin and each zone requires a specific IP rating.
Zone 1 - directly above the bath or shower to a height of 2.25 meters. Fittings must have a minimum IP44 rating.
Zone 2 - The area extending 0.6 meters from the perimeter of the bath and up to a height of 2.25 meters. A minimum IP44 rating is required. It is also good practice to consider the area around a washbasin within a 60cm radius of the tap as Zone 2.
Zone 3 & 4 - areas outside these zones don't need a specific IP rating, but it is recommended to use fittings with some level of moisture protection.
