Mirrors

A mirror is rarely just a mirror. In the right space, it becomes the defining detail — the piece that pulls a room into focus and gives it purpose. The Elani mirror collection is built around this idea. Each piece is considered in proportion, deliberate in finish, and designed to do more than reflect. Whether anchoring a bathroom wall or completing a carefully composed interior, an Elani mirror brings a quiet authority that outlasts trends. Explore the collection frameless, or framed in chrome, matt black and brushed brass — finishes chosen to complement the full breadth of contemporary bathroom design.

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What size mirror should go above a basin?

Measure the basin or vanity width and take 50–100mm off each side. A single basin of 500–600mm suits a mirror of 500–700mm; a double vanity of 1,000–1,200mm takes 800–1,200mm. The mirror should never be narrower than the basin — that is the proportion that makes a bathroom look unplanned. Hang it so the bottom edge sits around 200mm above the highest point of the tap.

What IP rating does a bathroom mirror need?

It depends where it goes. UK bathroom zones under BS 7671 put the area around a washbasin in Zone 2, which needs a minimum of IP44. Directly above a bath or inside a shower enclosure is Zone 1 and needs IP65. Most mirrors above a basin are therefore IP44 territory — but check the rating of whichever mirror you choose against where it is actually going, and have an electrician confirm the zone if the layout is unusual.

What does a demister pad do?

A demister is a heated pad bonded behind the glass. It warms the mirror surface slightly so condensation cannot form on it, which keeps the mirror clear through and after a shower. It draws very little power and typically comes on with the light. It is the difference between a mirror you can use straight after a bath and one you have to wipe.

Does an LED mirror need an electrician?

Yes. A mains-wired LED mirror needs a fused spur installed outside the bathroom's splash zones by a qualified electrician under UK Building Regulations. It is a small, contained job, but it is not a DIY one — and it is worth planning the spur position before tiling rather than after.