Magnifying Mirrors

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Magnifying Mirrors Buying Guide A magnifying mirror enlarges your reflection for close tasks such as shaving, applying make-up, shaping brows or putting in contact lenses. This collection holds wall mounted magnifying mirrors on extending swivel arms from Thermogroup and Fienza, in lit and unlit versions and from 3x to 10x magnification. They suit bathrooms and dressing areas where the main mirror is too far away for detail work. What magnification is best for a bathroom mirror? For most people, 5x is a good everyday choice. It shows enough detail for make-up and shaving while still showing a useful part of your face. A 3x mirror gives a wider view and suits people who simply want a closer look. Higher levels, such as 8x and 10x, suit brows, fine detail and people whose close vision has changed, but they show a much smaller area and require you to stand closer. What does a double sided magnifying mirror do? A double sided mirror has a normal 1x side and a magnified side, so you can see your whole face on one side and detail on the other. The Thermogroup Ablaze double sided mirrors come with a 5x, 8x or 10x side. The swivel head flips over to change sides. Should I choose a lit or unlit magnifying mirror? A lit mirror helps when the bathroom light comes from above and casts shadows on your face. The Thermogroup Ablaze lit mirrors come at 3x, 5x and 8x, and the 3x 250mm model is offered with warm or cool light. Warm light is softer and closer to evening lighting. Cool light is crisper and shows detail more sharply. An unlit mirror, such as the Ablaze 200mm in black or the Fienza 150mm swivel arm mirror, needs no power and is simpler to install. How is a lit magnifying mirror powered? Lit models need power, and some are hardwired with concealed wiring so no cable shows on the wall. A hardwired mirror must be installed by a licensed electrician, and its position should be planned before the wall is tiled. Keep any electrical fitting outside the zones next to the bath an