When arranging new furniture or new interior decor, many household members wonder how to properly organize the arrangement so that all residents can use it comfortably. This applies not only to furniture, but also to interior elements, for example, the hanging of mirrors, without which it is impossible to exist in the modern world. Since the main mirror, which the whole family literally uses, is located in the bathroom, we will talk about the optimal height of the mirror itself and the distance at which it should be located.
Rules for determining the height of mirrors and calculation examples
In large bathrooms, mirrors can occupy the entire wall, in standard ones - 1.5 m above the sink.
Installation height of a bathroom mirror above the sink
Small reflective surfaces in the bathroom above the washbasin are placed at eye level of an adult so that you can see the reflection up to the shoulders. And if there are children in the family, then you can determine the location for the reflective surface using simple calculations.
If you add 2 cm to the height of the tallest family member, you can get the level of the upper edge. And the bottom edge is at least 120 cm from the floor.
At this distance, children 5-6 years old will be able to look into the mirror on their own if adults provide a small bench for them to stand on. And younger children simply won’t be able to reach it and accidentally break it.
The installation height of the top edge should not be higher than the level of the doorway.
Options for installing a full-length bathroom mirror
Tall reflective surfaces expand the space and look presentable, but are not appropriate in every bathroom. To install such a ceiling-high canvas, there must be a free wall, which is rare in small bathrooms. On the wall where the sink is located, you can install a reflective surface across the entire width of the wall. But if it is placed on the sides of the washbasin below its level, the view will be unattractive.
When installing high mirrors, special attention should be paid to the reliability of the fastening.
Correct installation of a bathroom mirror cabinet above the sink
Wall-mounted cabinet furniture with mirrored shelves and doors is the most popular. With the help of such items it is easier to hide wall defects and find a place for all kinds of small accessories. In this case, the format of the mounted model is not so important; the space where this accessory is located is much more important.
Let us remind you that mirrored cabinet doors can open in different ways:
- left;
- right;
- swing doors towards you from the center;
- one surface is sliding, the other is fixed (right or left);
- both halves of the door facade are shifted to the right and left.
When choosing from a catalog or in a supermarket, it is important to imagine how and where this item will function.
Agree, it is inconvenient to open a cabinet built end-to-end, for example, in the left corner, if the door opens in the same direction. Most often, right- and left-handed models are produced at a furniture factory. For the opposite option, you need to ask a sales floor consultant or contact the managers to clarify the assortment.
Harmonious mirror arrangement
The mirror must fit into the existing interior. Therefore, when selecting and installing it, you need to take into account the size of the room, its design and the location of furniture and plumbing itself. It is important to hang the canvas correctly; this will add light and harmony to the room.
If the interior allows, you can install a large or small mirrored cabinet, which will eliminate the need to attach open shelves for cosmetics, soap, etc. In small bathrooms, such a cabinet installed above the washbasin will save space, and in large bathrooms, a tall cabinet with reflective doors up to the ceiling with lighting will also be a wonderful decoration.
A reflective surface with an original frame or colored coating will help create a harmonious space. Sometimes designers recommend installing small matte additional mirror surfaces next to the main one.
The mirror can be of any shape:
- Square or rectangular. This is a classic option and has a larger reflective surface compared to others.
- Round or oval, which are best suited for small rooms.
- Complex shape. Suitable only for large rooms, made to order and preferably after consulting a designer.
The reflective surface must be installed so that it is completely open. A shelf with accessories under the mirror or other objects should not block visibility.
When choosing, it is better to give preference to moisture-resistant mirror canvases or heated ones; they last longer in conditions of high humidity and look more aesthetically pleasing.
Hardware
Metal hooks are made of stainless alloys, which ensures impeccable performance characteristics. Products treated with special compounds last a really long time, do not rust, and retain their luxurious appearance.
In addition, metal accessories can be styled as antique or any other elite design. For example, an expensive bathroom in the rococo or classic style will be complemented by bronze elements. If bronze gives the room a vintage charm, then chrome products will perfectly emphasize the progressive interior of high-tech, modern, techno.
When choosing such important fixtures for the bathroom, it is always very important to focus on the quality of these attributes. Let them be completely invisible and simple, but always reliable and in demand.
Markup rules
In order to securely fasten the canvas to the wall, you must first apply auxiliary markings:
- draw an upper or lower axis, which will be the installation boundary of the corresponding edge;
- determine the place for the middle of the canvas, and then outline the corners;
- mark the fastening points with a marker;
When taking measurements, it is necessary to take into account all previous measurements and the height above the washbasin.
What distance should be between the sink and the mirror?
The height of the lower edge of the mirror from the washbasin should be 30-40 cm. This distance is enough to prevent splashes of water from flying onto the reflective surface.
It can be positioned lower if the sink is built into the countertop and is located at a sufficient distance from the wall with the mirror.
Wooden accessories
A double or single hook made of wood, like a towel rack, can be a real work of art. However, it is not enough to give wooden blanks an impressive shape. A tree, no matter how expensive its species, is always defenseless against moisture. That is why all elements must be carefully treated to protect them from dampness and high temperatures.
Carefully painted lacquered hooks and shelves will last a really long time. Low-quality products, in the production technology of which significant errors were made, quickly become deformed, dry out or begin to rot.
Tools and fastening methods
After marking is completed, you can begin installation. The two main methods of fastening are mechanical (screws, bolts, etc.) and chemical (glue, tape, other adhesives).
Bolts and decorative screws
Bolts and screws are the most reliable fastenings. Suitable for any canvas, even large ones. Mirrors are sold with holes for fastening and a set of fittings already drilled at the factory. Therefore, you won’t have to drill into the canvas itself, just the wall.
Such fastenings are also used for mirror cabinets. Decorative screws are preferred. They are more aesthetically pleasing than bolts and are secured with rubber gaskets that prevent damage to the glass.
Special staples and hooks
The good thing about the mounting method with brackets and hooks is that you don’t have to drill the mirror; holes are made only in the wall where the profiles are attached.
The canvas is clamped with brackets, which have special holes for fixing to holders or hooks pre-installed in the wall. If such devices are not included with the mirror, they can be picked up on the construction market. This mounting option is suitable for small and lightweight mirrors.
Tile adhesive
At first glance, gluing a mirror is simple. But you need to take into account the characteristics of the surface on which the canvas will be attached and the composition of the glue. This option is good if the wall is prepared as for laying tiles, that is, cleaned and puttied. Then the reflective sheet will either be recessed into the tile or be on the same level with it. This is done simultaneously with laying the tiles.
You should not glue it to the surface of the laid tiles; such an installation will be unreliable. For massive, heavy canvases, this method is unacceptable.
When choosing an adhesive, you need to pay attention to its composition, which may contain aggressive substances that destroy the surface of the amalgam.
Double sided tape
A good option for attaching lightweight sheets directly to the tiles. It is preferable to choose adhesive tape that is moisture resistant and has a good shelf life. The wall and the back side of the canvas must be degreased, dried thoroughly and glued to it with strips of tape. After this, remove the protective film from the adhesive tape and apply it to the wall according to pre-designated guidelines.
To ensure a strong connection between the pieces of tape, silicone moisture-resistant glue is applied. It is possible to fasten the adhesive tape not with long strips along the canvas, but with short ones - glued in a checkerboard pattern.
Liquid Nails
If the mirror is large enough and needs to be fixed to the wall without removing the tiles, and mechanical fastening methods are impossible for some reason, there is only one method left - liquid nails.
When choosing a product, you should definitely pay attention to its characteristics - moisture resistance and lack of aggressive properties. There are special compounds designed for gluing reflective sheets.
Wall and mirror surfaces are degreased. After they have completely dried, the adhesive is applied both to the wall and to the back side of the canvas. On the back surface of the mirror, a layer of glue should run along its perimeter, at a distance of 2 cm from the edge, and in the middle of the canvas it is better to make an adhesive grid. After this, the mirror is pressed against the wall and held for the time specified in the instructions.
How to properly place towel hooks in the bathroom
Compact sizes and various mounting methods allow you to place these hangers in a variety of places. This is especially useful if space is limited.
First of all, the location of accessories should be chosen from the point of view of comfortable use. So, one of the hangers can be placed closer to the bathtub or near the shower door. Thanks to this, you won't have to reach far for a towel. And below you can place another hook if you need to dry the anti-slip bathing mat
Thoughtful placement of holders is a way to significantly optimize the environment. So, you can unload the space by placing a robe hanger on the door or behind the door. An interesting idea is to attach holders for small items directly to the mirror using suction cups. It is possible to place several hangers or one bar with hooks on the free wall above the bathtub. It is convenient to hang baskets or containers for gels, shampoo or other products on them.
Bathroom hooks as an element of style
It is better if such accessories do not stand out too much from the general background. This applies to both color and material. It’s good if their appearance echoes other design elements - for example, taps, shelves, a handle on the door.
Plastic is a lightweight, moderately durable and not too expensive material. It is from this that the most affordable, “democratic” hangers are made. However, plastic is different from plastic. The market also offers elegant mid-price models with very decent performance characteristics.
The advantages of plastic holders are light weight, variety of designs, and moisture resistance. Strong, practical products made from acrylic and polyresin also have similar advantages.
Colored plastic models are best matched to the overall color scheme. The most neutral solutions are models with a white or black coating, transparent or imitating metal. But you should be careful with the latter option, as the chrome plating may peel off over time. The classic solution is reliable, attractive bathroom hooks made of various metals and alloys. For example, made of steel or brass. Metal hangers can easily withstand considerable loads (especially if they are secured with screws). However, it is necessary to pay attention to the properties of the specific material and coating. Cheap and not very high-quality products can rust in a damp room.
Metal holders look good in almost any setting. You just need to choose a shape that suits your specific style. For example, a thin, laconic one would be appropriate in a classic or minimalist interior. More massive, with strict straight lines - this is a solution in the style of minimalism or hi-tech. A model with elaborate decorations will be good in the context of an empire or retro style.
Summing up
Hooks are discreet but extremely useful bathroom accessories. With their help, you can organize the effective placement and storage of a wide variety of things. They allow you to place everything you need even in a small space - from towels to hygiene products and even equipment.
In the interior, these devices play a less noticeable but important role. When chosen correctly, they emphasize the thoughtfulness and completeness of the overall style.
The wide range of the Rozetka online store allows you to choose the right hanger for the bathroom in any style. This can be a strict metal accessory or a simple plastic holder. Or maybe an exquisite bar with ceramic details and ornaments. The choice is yours. Add to bookmarks
Rule 3
- It is necessary to respect the proportions of the bathroom. When placing a mirror, focus on the width of the wall, as well as the ratio of the sizes of other accessories in the interior.
In other words, a too bulky mirror in a small bathroom looks out of place, and a small frame is lost in a spacious room. You can also focus on the width of the sink: if not the mirror surface itself, then at least the boundaries of the frame may coincide with the dimensions of the plumbing fixtures.
What dimensions should the surface have?
It is necessary to choose the following mirror surface standard:
- in medium or small rooms it is better to choose a small dressing table;
- in rooms with a large area, you can experiment: hang one large reflective glass or several small ones.
If you want to see how everything planned will look, then make mock-ups from several sheets of paper of the required size and attach them to the place where your mirror will hang.
Tools required for such manipulations:
- ruler;
- roulette;
- level.
Layout
Niches in the kitchen in a panel house are becoming increasingly common. Most often they are made in the wall, but other options are possible.
A built-in niche in an apartment in the kitchen is practical and convenient if designed correctly. When determining the size of the “cache,” be sure to take into account the area of the room.
There are practically no apartments with an original layout in which the kitchen area does not include a window. This result can be achieved through redevelopment.
Usually a window in a kitchen room is sacrificed when:
- there is a need to allocate a compact but isolated additional room in the kitchen;
- there is a need to separate the walk-through kitchen area from the living area in a studio apartment or apartment with an open plan;
- the kitchen is moved to the corridor, creating a living room in its place;
- the kitchen area acts as part of the living room and needs to be hidden in a niche.
A kitchen in a niche without a window in a new building must be ventilated. It is impossible to do without natural lighting - these are the requirements of SNiP. When including a kitchen niche in your project, analyze all the pros and cons.
If desired, a recess in the wall can be designed above the door, in a corner or near the sink. If the rooms in your apartment are small, consider one of these options
Take into account the fact that the minimum size of a niche for convenient placement of all kitchen items should be 5 square meters. m
Accommodation Tips
There is nothing complicated about installing a mirror sheet in the bathroom. Here it is important to take into account the square footage and layout of the room, as well as your own preferences and ease of use of the mirror. It is worth listening to a number of useful tips and recommendations regarding the placement of this important detail.
- In one bathroom you are allowed to hang not one, but several mirrors. It is advisable to choose the same canvases or made in the same style. It is not necessary to place them symmetrically, the main thing is that they are convenient to use.
- Placing a mirror in the bathroom should be as safe as possible. It is not recommended to install the canvas too close to other plumbing fixtures in the room.
- Having chosen the optimal place for fixation, you should mark it with lines, using a building level. In this way, it will be possible to fix the canvas as evenly as possible, without curvature.
- If the bathroom has a large square area, then a small mirror is unlikely to be suitable for it. Large or medium-sized canvases fit perfectly into such environments.
- It is necessary to install a mirror in the bathroom with high-quality and reliable fasteners, since this is a fragile item that should not be allowed to fall. If it’s scary to do such work yourself, it’s better to contact a more experienced technician, especially if you choose a complex installation method.
- In a small bathroom, you can hang a full-length linen, but you need to make sure that this detail does not overload the space.
- When choosing mirrors, it is worth considering that their height should not be less than the height of the tallest member of the family. They must be placed at such a height that there is a good view.
To learn how to install a mirror with your own hands, see below.
Modern tendencies
The times when all mirrors were simple and of little functionality are long gone. The modern consumer has the opportunity to purchase a non-trivial mirror model for the bathroom, complemented by various functions and configurations. You can choose an ultra-modern version with Ambilight lighting or Bluetooth speakers.
A smart touch mirror with built-in speakers and microphone might be interesting. With such an amazing device you can listen to music, view photos or videos. The smart mirror synchronizes with other gadgets. When turned off, such a device will turn into an ordinary mirror without unnecessary functionality. Such options are not only multifunctional and useful, but also attractive. With such a detail, the bathroom interior will sparkle with new colors, become more expensive and modern.
A mirror equipped with built-in sockets will be useful. These options are convenient when there is a need to use some kind of electrical appliance in the room, for example, a hairdryer or curling iron.
Is it possible to increase the distance from the toilet to the riser?
In order to expand the available space in the toilet room, many people decide to take such a step as moving the toilet from one side to the other. Moving the device to another corner is possible, but in order for it to continue to function fully, you need to know some points.
As for the pipeline, certain requirements are also put forward for it, which must immediately be taken into account.
For example:
- You can use pipes with a diameter from 50 to 100 mm, the most optimal are pipes with a cross-section of 100 mm;
- The distance from the device to the riser should be a maximum of .5 m; if the length is greater, then the drainage power from the barrel will not be enough to push through the waste and a blockage will appear;
- Observe the correct slope, it depends on the cross-section of the pipe.
If the slope is too low, there is a high probability of clogging as the fluid flow is reduced. If, on the contrary, the slope is too high, then the flow rate will be excessive and solid parts will collect in the pipe, which will subsequently block the movement of water. You can learn how to move the toilet close to the wall, what the maximum distance should be from the wall and how far the toilet can be from the drain from the training video.
Rule 2
- The height of the top edge of the mirror should correspond to the height of the tallest person in the house with an additional 2 cm.
This will allow each family member to use the Louvrehome wall mirror comfortably: no one will have to squat. But there is a subtlety here: the upper part of the mirror should not extend beyond the boundaries of the doorway.
Changing the situation: how to turn the toilet 90 degrees
Sometimes situations arise when you want to completely change the design of the bathroom and purchase a new toilet; in this case, you can rotate the toilet 90 degrees. The work is very simple, the main thing is to know some technical nuances, rules and subtleties.
To carry out the rearrangement, it is not at all necessary to digest the pipes.
Corrugated pipes are best suited for deploying a toilet in an already installed place. If you not only unfold the device, but also move it to another place, then it is more advisable to use pipes of the required diameter, which are made of plastic. Using such methods, you can easily not only unfold, but also move the toilet to the desired location. But make sure that the corrugation is not subjected to excessive stretching, as this can lead to rupture. This method will help not only to turn the device around, but also to move it in another direction, for example, closer to the sink, or move it as much as necessary.
Classification
Towel hooks are classified not only by the material of manufacture and installation method, but also by the number of hangers. Thus, there are: single, double, triple hooks. If you look hard enough, you can find hooks with 4, 5 or 6 hangers. The number of hangers has a huge impact on the practicality of the accessory. However, it will be unnecessary to buy hooks with a large number of hangers if most of them are not useful
