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Lighting Types - Bath and Vanity Lights

Merriam Webster has two definitions of vanity: a fashionable trifle or knickknack. Or, a bathroom cabinet containing a sink and usually having a counter top.

In lighting we combine the two so your vanity light, or bath light , becomes a fashion statement in the area over your sink. Vanity lighting is common in movies and TV shows that contain scenes showing theater dressing rooms where they are used above and on the sides of the mirrors . This technique provides excellent lighting for your daily routine while still providing a great looking design for your bathroom. Bath lights provide great general illumination in the bathroom and often work well in conjunction with ceiling lighting . Of course, they are also perfect task lighting for the activities you do in front of the mirror.

These days bathroom lighting has grown up and become as beautiful as it is functional. You have plenty more to choose from than a simple strip of bulbs for the vanity. Kichler has a huge variety and selection of bath lighting so you will have no trouble finding the light that matches your style. From the clean and simple strips of vanity lights, to intricately carved bath lights and every style in between, Kichler has it available. In addition, many of our bath lights belong to coordinated families so you can keep the same look and style throughout your home. Especially important are the wall sconces and mirrors we have to match your vanity lights.

One light, two light, three light and four light bath lights are very common, and even longer styles with six, seven or eight lights are available. Vanity strip lights can even be as long as twelve lights to accommodate the largest bathrooms. Many bath lights can be installed with the glass pointing up or down, so your design possibilities are broader than they appear.

Kichler also offers Beautywraps, our unique five light bath light which has three overhead lights and two mini pendants on each side. The result is a soft light from above and both sides that is flattering to you and your bathroom. Best of all, it only uses one electrical outlet.

The following questions and answers about bath lights and vanity lighting, as well as other important lighting questions, can be found in our guide, Selecting Lighting For Your Home.

Q – What’s the best way to light a bath or powder room? A – Most of us want to see a clear reflection in our bathroom or powder room mirrors so we can apply makeup properly or shave without cutting ourselves or simply brush our teeth correctly. To avoid shadows, and to fully surround your face with flattering light, install a fixture at least 24” wide over the mirror, plus two wall sconces (one on each side of the mirror) at least 28” apart and 60” above the floor. The Kichler “ Beauty Wraps™ can do this by using only one electrical outlet. They allow matching mini pendants to surround the mirror while also providing light from above. If you have a double sink vanity, use a light that is almost as wide as the mirror. The light should be mounted 78” from the floor, centered over the mirror.

Q – What if I have a truly large bathroom? A – Besides the vanity/mirror lighting, you will probably need an additional flushmount or semi flush fixture with possible recess lighting in shower areas. A Kichler mini chandelier could provide more light while adding a touch of décor to the room.

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