Framed Bathroom Mirrors

A framed mirror turns a practical necessity into a design feature. The frame adds a finish and a colour that can tie the vanity, tapware and handles together, and the shape you choose sets the mood — soft and rounded or crisp and rectangular.

Shape and proportion

Round and arch mirrors soften a room full of straight tile lines and pair nicely with a rectangular vanity. Rectangular mirrors — hung portrait or landscape — maximise the reflected view and suit a double vanity when placed as a pair. As a rough guide, keep the mirror a little narrower than the vanity so it looks intentional, and hang it so the average user sees their face comfortably.

Frame finishes

Frames come in matte black, brushed brass, brushed nickel, chrome and timber-look finishes. The easiest way to make a bathroom feel considered is to match the frame to your tapware and accessories — black tapware with a black-framed mirror, warm brass with a brass frame. If your fittings are mixed, a timber or neutral frame is a safe bridge.

Practical points

In a bathroom, look for a mirror rated for damp areas with a moisture-resistant backing so the silvering doesn’t spot over time. Position it clear of direct shower spray where you can, and pair it with good lighting either side or above to avoid shadows on the face. Fix it into solid backing or use the right cavity fixings for the weight.

Compare styles locally

If you’re finishing a bathroom near Wollongong, you can explore a range of bathroom mirrors and shaving cabinets at Just Bathrooms, a local Illawarra showroom, to find a shape and frame that suits your vanity.