The  mirror is the centerpiece of any bathroom. You will want a mirror that’s stylish, easy to clean and functional. Some other features you might be interested in are magnification and an anti fog surface.

How to choose a bathroom mirror is pretty simple when you know what to look for.

• Size: Choose a mirror that balances the bathroom. You don’t want to have to bob your head like a chicken just to see different parts of your face.  Look for a mirror that is roughly the same length as the bathroom counter top.

• Style: Find a mirror that fits your bathroom style. If you have an ultra modern décor look for a chrome frame possibly with lighting built into the sides.  For a wood paneled bathroom choose a frame with a more neutral tone frame.

• Ease of cleaning: You’re going to get spots of soap and water droplets on the mirror. Look for a mirror that has a high quality finish that shines up streak free. You can spend hours trying to clean a lower quality mirror.

• Magnification: If you have the space in the bathroom it’s a good idea to install a makeup or shaving mirror. These typically will screw into the wall next to the sink. The magnifying mirror is typically on a telescoping arm that you can pull out from the wall. This lets you get a close up look at where you’re shaving or applying lipstick, mascara etc.

• Anti-fog: If you’re bathroom doesn’t have the greatest ventilation you might want to consider an anti-fog surfaced mirror. It gets old constantly wiping a mirror down with a towel and then hurrying to get everything accomplished before the mirror fogs up again.

How to choose a bathroom mirror doesn’t have to be hard. Just know what features you want in a bathroom mirror, write them down, so that you get exactly what you need when you shop.

Using mirrors in your bathroom is not only a great way to decorate; it is an outstanding way to make the room look bigger. Because bathrooms are usually small and often lack space and lighting, bathroom mirrors can help accentuate the positive features of the room and detract from the lack of space.

Mirrors are common enough in bathrooms, but there are some great ways to use them that you may not have thought of before.

Lighted mirrors are a great way to bring light, texture, and color to your bathroom. Not only do these mirrors draw the eye to the mirror area, they help to accentuate the colors of the walls and make the room look big and bright. Lighted mirrors are usually placed over a sink or vanity area, which make them functional and beautiful.

Many small bathrooms do not have natural light which makes them appear even smaller. Adding a mirror to the largest walls will help to make the room feel less cramped and give a more airy feeling to the room. If there is a window in the room, putting a mirror on the wall opposite the window will help reflect the light and make the room appear much bigger than it actually is.

Mirrored tiles have always been quite popular in bathrooms because they give a unique decorating style that cannot be achieved any other way. Mirrored tiles can be used on complete walls, or just a few times on tiled or even a dry walled wall. This mirroring of the wall is a great idea if you have a large vanity and desire an attractive and unique backsplash for it and the sink.

In small bathrooms you can group candles and mirrors to achieve a lighted, spacious, and tranquil setting in what would otherwise be a claustrophobic room! Most home stores carry ranges of hanging mirrors that also hold candles. This can help add an element of decoration as well as the perception of more space, which is exactly what you want to achieve when you are putting a mirror in a bathroom.

Not only do mirrors help to make a room look bigger, they are also functional and decorative. Mirrors come in all shapes, sizes, and a variety of styles, meaning everyone can find a great mirror to decorate and expand the look and feel of their bathroom. Bathrooms are often overlooked as far as decorating goes, but a well-decorated and mirrored bathroom is always appreciated.

Bathroom mirrors are not only a functional item but also an integral part of beautiful bathroom décor.

So, which is the best mirror for you?

Well the one that suits your style and budget.

Beautiful bathroom mirrors are available online and the greatest difficulty you will have will be deciding on just which mirror suits your decor.

Use large mirrors to make small bathrooms appear larger than they actually are, so the smaller the bathroom, the larger the mirror should be.

In many bathrooms, the mirror is attached to the medicine cabinet which makes a great space saver or the mirror can be surface mounted to conceal your medicine cabinet in the wall.

Other types of mirrors include magnifying mirrors, fogless and the wall mount extension mirror which is perfect for shaving.