Long Strip LED Mirror Light

Stand at most bathroom mirrors and you are lit from the wrong direction. The ceiling light sits behind you or overhead, so your face falls half into shadow just when you need to see it clearly. A mirror light fixes that by putting the light at the glass itself, facing you. The Long Strip LED Mirror Light does it with a slim bar that spreads light evenly across its full width, so there are no bright spots in the middle and no dark edges at the sides.

That simple, even light is what makes it such a good mirror light. It helps with the daily jobs that need clear light, such as shaving, skincare, makeup and contact lenses, and it gives a bathroom or dressing area a clean, finished line above the mirror.

What makes the long strip mirror light stand out

The shape comes first. A long, slim strip spreads light across the mirror rather than from one point, so your face is lit evenly from side to side. That is the difference between a light you can actually work by and one that only brightens the room.

The sizing is the second strength. It comes in four lengths, 15.7, 23.6, 31.5 and 39.4 inches, so you can match the bar to the width of your mirror rather than settling for something close. A bar sized to the mirror looks planned, and it lights the whole reflection.

The light options are the third. The LED is built in, so there is no bulb to buy or change. Output runs from 8W on the 15.7 inch bar to 11W at 23.6 inches, 15W at 31.5 inches and 18W at 39.4 inches. Neutral Light holds one fixed color, while Tricolor Light switches between three, so you can choose warmer or cooler light depending on the time of day.

Where it looks best, room by room

• Bathroom vanities. Clear, even light for shaving, skincare and makeup.
• Powder rooms. A short bar gives a small mirror a finished look.
• Dressing areas. Even light above a full width mirror for getting ready.
• Bedroom vanity tables. A slim strip above a makeup mirror.
• Hallway mirrors. A neat line of light above a mirror by the front door.

White suits a bright bathroom with white tiles and pale cabinets, where the bar almost disappears and only the light shows. Black gives a crisp, graphic line that pairs well with black taps, frames and hardware.

Choosing the length and placement

Start by measuring the mirror. Pick a bar shorter than the mirror is wide, so it does not overhang the edge, and center it above the glass.

• The 15.7 inch bar suits a small powder room mirror.
• The 23.6 inch bar suits a standard single vanity mirror.
• The 31.5 inch bar suits a wider single or a small double vanity.
• The 39.4 inch bar suits a large mirror over a double vanity.

Mount it above the mirror rather than beside it. From above, the light falls on your face instead of on the glass, which is exactly where you want it when you lean in to shave or put on makeup. Keep the bar centered on the mirror and level, since a strip shows any tilt clearly.

It wires into the wall behind it rather than plugging in. Switch off the breaker before you start, and have an electrician run wiring if there is none at that point already. The mirror itself is not included.

Layering it with other lighting

A bathroom works best with more than one light. A ceiling light or recessed lights give general brightness for the room, the mirror light gives clear light at the face, and a small accent light can add a soft glow for a late evening bath.

For other fixtures designed for the same job, browse the mirror lights collection, or the vanity lighting collection for bars and sconces that sit around a bathroom mirror.

The Tricolor Light option is worth considering if the bathroom is used at different times of day. A cooler setting gives crisp light for makeup in the morning, while a warmer setting keeps the room calm in the evening. If the other lights in the bathroom are warm, choosing the same warmth at the mirror keeps the room from looking patchy.

For care, wipe the bar with a soft, dry cloth. Keep the electrical connections dry and avoid harsh chemical cleaners, which can mark the finish. Slight color variation between screens and the finished product can occur.

Is the long strip mirror light right for your space?

It is a strong fit if you:

• Want clear, even light on your face at the mirror.
• Need a bar sized to your mirror, from 15.7 to 39.4 inches.
• Like a slim, simple line in white or black.
• Can have it wired into the wall by an electrician.

It may not be the right choice if you need a plug in light with no wiring, or a decorative sconce with a shade. For those, a plug in sconce or a pair of wall sconces beside the mirror will suit better.

All required hardware and assembly instructions are included. Shipping is free across the US, and most orders arrive in 6 to 9 business days. Buy 2 or more items and save 10%. Unused items in their original packaging can be returned within 30 days, and questions are answered at info@norafurnish.com.