Back-lit Mirrors

 What is a backlit bathroom mirror?

A backlit bathroom mirror positions its LED behind the glass rather than across its face, producing a soft halo of light around the mirror's edge. Because the light is diffused rather than direct, it's warmer and easier on the eye than a standard mirror light, and it adds a depth to the room that overhead lighting simply can't. It's the style people tend to choose when they want their bathroom to feel as good as it looks.

Are backlit bathroom mirrors worth it?

In most cases, yes. A backlit LED bathroom mirror serves as both a mirror and a room light, producing a glow that overhead lighting simply can't match. Every mirror in this range includes a built-in demister pad, too, so the glass stays clear after every shower without any effort on your part. It's one of those upgrades that quietly improves your bathroom every single day.

What's the difference between a backlit and front-lit mirror?

It comes down to where the light sits. A backlit mirror for bathroom spaces places the LED behind the glass, casting a warm halo around the mirror's edge that adds atmosphere to the room. A front-lit mirror runs the LED across the glass instead, giving you a brighter, more direct reflection that's better suited to grooming and makeup. Many people opt for a backlit design where atmosphere takes priority, and a front-lit design where practicality does.

Do bathroom backlit mirrors come with a demister pad?

Every bathroom backlit mirror in this range includes a built-in demister pad and touch sensor as standard. The demister keeps the glass clear from the moment you step out of the shower, while the touch sensor lets you dial brightness up or down to suit the time of day or the mood of the room.

Can I use a backlit bathroom mirror as my main bathroom light?

Many people do, and it works better than you might expect. The halo glow a backlit bathroom mirror produces is soft but surprisingly effective at illuminating a room, particularly in smaller bathrooms where a single well-placed mirror can do a lot of the work. That said, it's worth having at least one additional light source for tasks that require greater precision. If that's a priority, our front-lit mirrors are worth a look too.

What shapes are available in backlit bathroom mirrors?

Round, hexagonal, octagonal, and capsule designs are all available across this range, so there's a silhouette to suit most bathrooms and personal styles:

• Round: The most popular choice, where the curved silhouette and soft halo glow complement each other well

• Hexagonal and octagonal: Both make a bold impression on a feature wall without being excessive

• Capsule: A versatile middle ground between round and rectangular, working well in both modern and traditional spaces

Browse by shape across our round, rectangular, and oval mirror pages.

What finishes are available in backlit bathroom mirrors?

Chrome, matt black, and brushed brass are all available across this backlit mirror range for bathrooms, giving you a finish to suit almost any scheme. Chrome is clean and versatile; matt black makes more of a statement and pairs well with darker tiles and warm wood tones; and brushed brass adds warmth that sits beautifully alongside natural materials like stone and timber. Browse by finish across our chrome, black, and gold mirror pages.

Do I need an electrician to fit a backlit bathroom mirror?

Hanging the mirror is a straightforward DIY job, and every mirror arrives with full instructions and fixings. The LED requires a mains power connection, and unless you're comfortable with electrical work, it's worth having a qualified electrician handle that part. It's a quick job and well worth doing properly.