Picture this, you’re at a motel getting ready for your mate's wedding, you’re the best man and you need a shave. As you wipe the fog from the mirror you realise it’s near impossible to see what you are doing. The only light in the bathroom is a crappy low-voltage bulb that shines a dull yellow glow. Well, this should be interesting…
After applying the shaving foam you start swiping your razor, relying on muscle memory to get the job done. Moments later you’ve nicked yourself… twice! You feel the sting. You can’t locate the cuts. You can barely see anything.
You pull yourself together and power through with your trusty Gillette Fusion, hoping for the best. Later, you’re at the top of the aisle handing your mate the rings and feel something run down your cheek. It can’t be a tear; you’re not even that good of friends! You swiftly brush your hand to your face to find the shaving nick has reopened and you now have a single stream of blood running down your jawline. On top of that you discover the sizable patch of whiskers you missed this morning. The result - you will forever be known as the “scruffy friend” and will spend the rest of your days defending yourself against bad bathroom lighting.
It doesn’t matter if you are getting ready for a big event, a night out or doing your daily 8-step skincare routine, you need both functional and beautiful bathroom lighting to complete the job.
Good vanity bathroom lighting should replicate close to natural light. Choosing fixtures that emit white light is the best option for bathroom use, especially when it comes to tasks requiring close attention like make-up application or tweezing a stray chin hair.
Check out this great article from “Shades of Light” for more information on vanity lighting variations
SHADES OF LIGHT – HOW TO FIND THE BEST BATHROOM VANITY LIGHTING
Other lighting ideas for the bathroom include;
Backlighting your mirror is a great way to give you the best visual of your face and avoid harsh shadows. Plus it looks very Hollywood. Very luxe.
You can purchase
LIFX Z Starter 2m Dimmable Strip Light Kit in RGB + White from
BEACON LIGHTING.
Set the mood with beautiful low lighting to frame the hero features of your bathroom. A relaxing warm white ribbon light under your floating sink or steps to the tub can create a dreamy look and instantly melt away a big day.
You can purchase
LEDlux Ribbon 3m DIY IP67 Rated LED Light from
BEACON LIGHTING.
Complement your tapware with hanging pendant lights. You don’t need to match your fittings exactly, instead it is a good opportunity to experiment with different materials and add some focal points to your space.
Shed light in non-traditional places. Try brightening up your shower recess by adding lighting. It will elevate the whole bathroom, giving it a designer feel and it is super practical to have a well-lit shower.
We love to try something a little different so if you have some creative ideas for your bathroom space, we want to hear it! Get in touch to chat through your concepts or if you need a hand with installation, the DTE Team is always here to help.
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