How to choose an oval bathroom mirror?

The oval-shaped mirror is able to organically fit into the interior of almost any bathroom. Its simple and laconic lines will not break the unity of the chosen style. What are the nuances to consider when choosing an oval mirror for a bathroom? What features of the product should you pay attention to?

Choosing an oval mirror for the bathroom, the following important characteristics of the product should be taken into account:

• sizes;
• color and material of the frame (frame);
• type (desktop, wall, floor);
• spraying material.

When choosing an oval bathroom mirror, it is important to consider the size of the room. Too large mirrors in the space of small rooms will look inappropriate and cumbersome. Small mirrors, in turn, will simply "get lost" against the background of a spacious bathroom. To simplify the calculation of the approximate dimensions of the product, designers recommend using the recommendations below. So, when choosing a mirror of suitable dimensions, it should be borne in mind that:

• the height of the product must be at least half the height of an adult;
• the width of the product should be equal to the width of the shell (or slightly exceed it);
• the distance between the sink and the reflective canvas should be about 35-45 centimeters.

In the best way, a mirror with a frame made in the same color as other interior items - shelves, cabinets, heated towel rails will fit into the bathroom space... If the interior is made in calm neutral or pastel colors, you can create a bright accent in the space of the room by choosing a mirror with a rim of a rich color - red, lemon, purple.

Metal frames high humidity and dampness, temperature extremes, mechanical stress are not terrible. Their only drawback is the tangible weight.

Frames are less durable made of plastic. It is customary to refer to their disadvantages as increased fragility, vulnerability to mechanical and thermal stress. At the same time, plastic frames are quite practical in use - they are easy to clean from dirt, have a low weight, are inexpensive and look attractive.

The least demand is for oval mirrors with wooden frames (chipboard, fiberboard, solid wood). In conditions of high humidity, the wooden frame quickly deteriorates, deforms and loses its attractiveness. Frames made of wood treated with special moisture-repellent compounds and impregnations are considered more durable.

Deserve special attention frameless (frameless) oval mirrors. The edges of such products are decorated with a facet - a decorative oblique cut, processed in a special way.

The most popular are wall-mounted types of oval mirrors, which are usually placed above the sink or above the bathtub. Such products provide the best overview, as well as allow rational use of the bathroom space. Floor standing models are less in demand... They require a fair amount of free space in the bathroom and are designed with a massive, stable frame. At the same time, designers attribute mobility to the advantages of such models.

If necessary, the floor mirror can be easily moved from the bathroom to any other location. Table oval mirrors are rarely used in bathroom interiors. Typically, these models are purchased for very small bathrooms, which cannot accommodate other types of mirrors.

Modern models of oval bathroom mirrors usually have aluminum or silver plated on the back. Not only the reflective properties of the mirror, but also its price and service life depend on what material the spraying is made of. Silver plated items are the most expensive and durable. This coating is resistant to scratches, abrasion, moisture and detergents. Mirrors with this coating display objects without distortion in shape, size and color.

Aluminum coated products are characterized by acceptable cost, relative durability, good optical and reflective properties. However, it is customary to refer to their disadvantages as the deterioration of reflective properties during operation. Over the years, such mirrors become cloudy, begin to strongly distort the shape, size and color of reflected objects. Before purchasing, you should carefully inspect the front side of the product. It should be flawlessly even, smooth and shiny.

Spraying on the back of the product should be uniform, uniform and smooth. If the spray layer is applied unevenly or has visual defects in the form of thin cracks or chips, then it is better to refuse to buy such a product. During operation, damage will begin to grow rapidly under the influence of moisture, which will lead to the need to purchase a new mirror.

You will learn how to fix an oval mirror in the bathroom from the video below.