Your bathroom would be incomplete without a mirror. However, you may move into a new home and find that the mirror that has been pre-installed by the original contractors is not sufficient to suit your needs. On the other hand, the mirror may not be complementary to the bathroom, and you are now looking for a different type. The common mistake to avoid is walking into a store and purchasing the first mirror that catches your fancy. To ensure that your bathroom mirror will not only be functional but also complement the aesthetics of your bathroom, you should consider the following tips:

Tip 1: Consider the design of the mirror

There are two main types of bathroom mirrors that you could choose for your home: The first is the frameless mirror, which tends to be the staple for most bathrooms. It comprises of the mirrored glass and is directly mounted on the wall. Frameless mirrors are particularly beneficial for small bathrooms, as they do not detract from the visuals of the space. Moreover, you could choose to have a large frameless mirror installed on one wall to make the bathroom appear large. It should be noted that frameless mirrors need to be professionally installed as they are directly glued onto the wall. This approach ensures that there is not any bulky hardware used that would take away from the minimalist appearance of the mirror.

The second type of bathroom mirror that you could consider is the framed mirror. These types of mirrors are usually decorative, as they would add some visual interest to your walls. Thus, they are an excellent option for homeowners who would like to create a focal point on their bathroom wall. Framed mirrors are also popular as they are much easier to mount since they can be hung on a hook.

Tip 2: Consider the functionality of the mirror

Although the primary function of bathroom mirrors is to reflect your image, this is not the only way that they can be beneficial to you. There is an assortment of additional features that you could consider to enhance the usefulness of your bathroom mirror.

For instance, you could opt for a bathroom mirror that would also provide you with storage. These types of mirrors are also referred to as shadow boxes and come with an in-built ledge that will come in handy in organising your bathroom products.  

Another feature that you could choose for your mirror is lighting. Illuminated mirrors will have bulbs built-in to the mirror and will typically require a professional electrician to install it in your bathroom.