Bathroom mirrors for your routines and to help your space feel bigger
Bathroom mirrors are practical and functional, and they can help make your bathroom feel more spacious. They’re there when you’re getting ready for the day or winding down after a long one. They also add to the overall look of your bathroom and help bring everything together, just the way you like it.
IKEA bathroom mirrors to help your bathroom feel bigger
Our bathroom mirrors do more than show your reflection. They can brighten your space, add storage and help make everyday routines a little easier. Whether you’re putting on make-up, styling your hair, freshening up or getting ready for bed, a good mirror makes all the difference. Mirror cabinets also give you handy storage, so you can hide the clutter and keep everyday essentials neatly out of sight. From large mirror cabinets to small swivel mirrors, you’ll find plenty of options to suit your space.
Features and benefits of our bathroom mirrors at a glance (depending on the model):
- A wide range of designs: Round or rectangular, with frames or frameless, to suit many bathroom styles
- Bathroom mirrors with integrated LED lighting: Provide even light with fewer shadows for make-up and shaving
- Practical shelves: Offer extra space for care products and accessories right by the mirror
- Mirror cabinets: Provide hidden storage for cosmetics, toothpaste and small electrical items behind the doors
- Large mirror surfaces: Reflect light and can help smaller or narrower bathrooms feel bigger and brighter
- Swivel options: Make it easier to adjust the angle for different routines
- Magnifying mirrors: Help with close-up tasks and detailed grooming
Find your ideal bathroom mirror for a look you love and everyday practicality.
Which bathroom mirror suits my bathroom?
Choosing the right bathroom mirror depends on a few factors. Start by measuring the width of your washbasin or vanity unit. Ideally, your mirror shouldn’t be wider than the washbasin, so everything looks well balanced. Leaving around 10 to 15 cm of space to the ceiling and nearby walls (or furniture) also helps the overall look feel calm and well proportioned. Where you position the mirror depends on the height of the people in your household. As a simple rule of thumb, the top edge should sit around 10 to 20 cm above the eye level of the tallest person. And for the style: chrome or white frames often work well with modern taps, while wooden frames add warmth and black frames create contrast.
What should I look for when buying a bathroom mirror?
First, decide what matters most to you: extra storage, better lighting, or a clean, simple look. Need extra storage in the bathroom? Then a mirror cabinet is a great choice. Behind the mirrored doors, toothpaste, cosmetics, perfumes, soaps and more can be kept neatly out of sight. If good light matters to you, a bathroom mirror with lighting can give you a more even glow with fewer shadows. It’s also worth checking the mounting options before you buy. Some mirrors mount directly to the wall, while others need special brackets. If you’re choosing a mirror cabinet with lighting, check that there’s a power outlet nearby.
Which bathroom mirror is best for applying make-up?
Make-up mirrors with integrated lighting and magnification make it much easier to get ready in the bathroom. A wall-mounted mirror with a swivel or extendable arm is handy when you want a closer look or need to change the angle. And a magnifying mirror helps with the small details, whether you’re doing eye make-up or shaving. Lighting colour makes a difference, too. Neutral white light helps you see colours more accurately, while warm white light feels cosier but can slightly change how foundation or lipstick looks. If you want more options beyond the bathroom, take a look at our table mirrors, wall mirrors and standing mirrors, as well as dressing tables and units. This way, you can enjoy a great mirror in every room.
How do wall mirrors make a bathroom look bigger?
Bathroom mirrors reflect both light and space, which creates a sense of depth. It’s a simple trick that works especially well in narrow or small bathrooms, and a larger mirror can boost the effect even more. Try positioning your mirror opposite a window or a light source, so you make the most of both daylight and artificial light. The reflected light brightens the room and can make it feel more welcoming, too. Frameless mirrors often feel more open, because they create fewer visual boundaries. Shape matters as well: round mirrors can soften sharp lines, while rectangular ones add structure and can emphasise the width or length of a room.
How big should a bathroom mirror be?
The ideal size depends on your room and how many people use it. In a larger family bathroom with two washbasins, one wide mirror that covers both areas can work well, so two people can use it at the same time without getting in each other’s way. Alternatively, you can mount two separate mirrors to give everyone their own space. To match, you’ll also find vanity units without a basin, under sink cabinets, laundry organisation and plenty more at IKEA, designed with larger households in mind.