Lighting Above Bathroom Sink | Light & Positioning
Good lighting above the bathroom sink is important for everyday tasks such as shaving, applying make-up and personal care. However, it is common to provide only a single spotlight in the ceiling. While this may provide sufficient light, it does not necessarily offer the most comfortable result. Light coming directly from above can create unwanted shadows under the eyes, nose and chin.
The positioning of the lighting around the sink and mirror therefore makes a significant difference. Lighting on both sides of the mirror can illuminate the face more evenly. Lighting above or integrated into the mirror can also be a good solution, depending on the size and shape of the mirror. When combined with ceiling spotlights, the different light sources should complement each other without creating unwanted shadows.
In addition to positioning, colour temperature and colour rendering also play an important role. Good colour rendering helps skin tones appear natural, while a pleasant colour temperature prevents the bathroom from feeling too cool or clinical. Since every combination of sink, mirror and bathroom furniture is different, there is no standard position that works perfectly in every situation.
With a professional lighting plan, we coordinate the lighting above the bathroom sink with the mirror, bathroom furniture and other lighting in the room. This allows us to determine not only which luminaire is suitable, but also exactly where it should be positioned.
Would you like to know the best lighting position for your bathroom sink and mirror? Have your bathroom lighting professionally planned and avoid discovering afterwards that the electrical connection points are in the wrong position.
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From selecting the right luminaires and beam angles to dimming systems and technical solutions, we help ensure that every space is illuminated to its full potential.
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