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Expert: Jim Hoyle Date: 6/19/2008 Subject: Vanity lighting
Question We purchased a Rothdale double sink 74"vanity with 2 large matching mirrors
each measuring 18" x 41". The vanity is 35" high with a 3" backsplash. I have
2 questions. How high off the counter should the mirror begin and where to
put the overhead lights? We have 9 ft ceilings. We need to do our electric
like....tomorrow! We had our eye on a double light fixture that measures 8" H
x 14"L and extends out only 5". We thought the tripple light fixture would be
too top heavy for the furniture and space. Problem is that the top ledge of the
mirror is 4"
thick. Do I invert the lights so they point up?
Any help you can offer would be greatly appreciated!
Be well,
Bernice
Answer Put the mirror all the way down to the back splash and use a 2-3 light down light fixture with non clear glass shades directly over each bowl. Place the fixtures with the light pointed downward so that the bottom of each glass shade is at least 6.5' off the floor. This arrangement better distributes the light, helps eliminate shadows and generally makes your bathroom a much brighter place to prepare yourself for the day (or for the night).
I hope these ideas have been helpful and that your bathroom is a happy well lit place for you and your family.
Thanks and Best Regards, Jim Hoyle
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