The advantages of a makeup table with a backlit mirror, features
Dressing table - an indispensable thing in the house of any woman. Personal care, makeup, hair styling - all this takes a lot of time. To ensure maximum comfort during the procedures, just select a makeup table with a mirror with a backlight, which will also become a place to store cosmetics and accessories. Such furniture is available in finished versions or it can be made to order.
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Design features
Makeup tables with a mirror with a backlight can be of various shapes: square, oval, rectangular. Their width varies (within 40-80 cm), which allows you to choose a model for any room. Mirrors also vary in size and shape. Some of them can be mounted on a countertop, while others are an independent product, are installed both on a table and on a wall. Mirrors on large structures consist of several wings; in compact models, they can hide inside and open with the lid.
The design can be equipped with built-in lighting or self-contained lamps. Table lighting is one of the most important parameters. Modern products are complemented by recessed fixtures. They can be placed on the side, top, sides or the entire perimeter. A popular option is the model, where freestanding small chandeliers are mounted. It can be compact floor lamps or sconces placed at eye level parallel to mirror surfaces.
| Backlight Type | Advantages | disadvantages |
| Built-in | Softer lighting, reflection detail, long life | Cannot select lamp type |
| Sconce or chandelier | The ability to select lighting sources (spots, sconces, fixtures of various shapes), locations for the location of devices, mirror illumination and nearby areas | Bulkiness |
The mirror can be located on the wall or be an integral part of the main structure. Manufacturers provide functionality and comfort of use not only with lamps, but also with shelves, drawers and counters, organizers in which it is convenient to store cosmetics, jewelry and other trifles. If there are a lot of accessories, a dressing table with five to six drawers will be the best choice. It is convenient when there are side consoles with open shelves.
The use of such furniture is impossible without a comfortable seat. Some models have a chair or chair included. If they are not, it is recommended to select the details for the style of furniture and the interior of the room as a whole. You can also add a table with a cozy small pouf.
Lighting requirements and types of backlight
The best lighting is natural light, so make-up table should be placed by the window.But such a solution is not always possible to implement, and additional lamps come to the rescue. To ensure maximum comfort when cosmetics are applied to the face, the mirror should be illuminated in a special way. Primary requirements:
- Intensity. If you need to understand how makeup will look in different degrees of illumination, it is recommended to choose lamps with a dimmer. With their help, you can adjust the intensity of the light flux. They are more expensive and require the installation of special lamps, ordinary ones will not work. Directional light is used when the table is placed in a niche.
- Directivity. Light should be concentrated in the center, if the flow comes from below, shadows appear on the face.
- Degree of distraction. Devices should give a soft light that will not irritate the mucous membrane. For these purposes, frosted glass or plastic products are ideal. Carved elements and patterns are inappropriate in this case.
- Power. If two sconces are installed for a dressing table, 100 W lamps will be sufficient. If there are several sources, their power can be 3.5 W, for brighter lighting it is worth choosing a large power, but not more than 10 W each.
- Colour temperature. A cold shade allows you to consider the smallest details, a warm one relaxes your eyes, but the neutral option (4100-5000 K) is considered the best solution. It is advisable to use energy-saving luminaires with a color rendering index (CRI) of 80 units or higher.
At production of little tables various lamps are used:
- External - are placed on the surface of the mirror, have a cartridge. This option is considered the most convenient, because if necessary, the bulb is easy to replace. The disadvantage is that you can pick up the device incorrectly, in which case the light will be distorted.
- Internal - built-in lamps should be the same as in makeup mirrors. LED strip looks beautiful, but does not give the brightness that is necessary for applying makeup.
- Special - designed for make-up mirrors, have a higher price, but give better lighting.
When creating a backlight, various lamps are used:
- LED strips - they look beautiful, give a diffused stream of light, but most often they complement the main lamps, as independent lighting for make-up is not suitable;
- LEDs - do not heat up and allow you to choose the optimal power and flow intensity, characterized by a long service life;
- luminescent give saturated lighting and are always located on top of the mirror;
- Neon and halogen lamps distort colors and are not suitable for dressing tables, for which makeup is applied.
Traditional incandescent lamps are best avoided, as they give a yellow tint.
The types of lamps differ:
- Sconce is the best choice for those who pay special attention to the design of the table. Some models are rotary, which simplifies the operation process.
- Spot - are used less often, because they give too blurry light. For comfortable use, it is necessary to install a large number of devices. Most often they fulfill only a decorative role.
- With shades - the color should be white, not color, this will avoid distortion of shades. It is acceptable to choose both plastic and glass products.
You can not place a table in front of the window, otherwise sunlight will give glare and interfere with the application of makeup.
The advantages of special makeup mirrors
Similar mirrors have been used since the beginning of the 20th century. They were mainly intended for actresses, movie stars and other creative personalities performing on stage. But today, these products are successfully installed in houses and apartments.They become one of the main decor items and provide comfort to the hostess when applying makeup or styling. Among the main advantages of makeup mirrors are:
- Uniform distribution of light. The flow is scattered over the entire surface of the mirror, in contrast to traditional options. The lamps are positioned so as to illuminate the face from all sides. There is no need to focus on the location of the window.
- Comfort of use. Mirrors do not need additional lighting, so you can safely get ready for work early in the morning or carry out facial skin care in the evening, without fear of waking up household members.
Makeup mirrors look good in any room. Despite the fact that for many they are associated with the direction of retro-chic, they can be used in classic interiors, combined with Provence, minimalism, high-tech styles. Due to their bright appearance, such mirrors become an accent detail in any room, they add luxury. Their main advantages: perfect processing of a mirror cloth and comfort of use.
Location of fixtures
The backlight allows you to reduce eye strain, make the reflection clearer and see the necessary areas on the face. The location of lighting devices can be different:
- bottom - used as additional lighting, lamps placed in this way give a shadow to half the face;
- top - saves usable space and allows you to effectively highlight the work surface. Disadvantage - all face flaws are visible;
- side - create the effect of natural light.
It is important to consider the height of the instruments. It is necessary that the lamps are placed no lower than eye level, otherwise unnecessary shadows will appear. Ideal location - uniform around the perimeter of the mirror. The minimum quantity is two luminaires symmetrically placed on both sides. This arrangement highlights the face and removes excess shadows.
Equally important is the shape of the mirror, since the location of the lamps is selected based on it. Acquiring oval designs, it is advisable to give preference to models with lighting around the perimeter. Rectangular mirrors can be supplemented by lamps located only on the sides or in the shape of the letter “P”. But the tricuspid structures installed on the dressing table are equipped with only two sconces or small chandeliers (on both sides of the middle canvas).
A wide selection of tables with backlight allows you to choose a model depending on the parameters and configuration of the room. A variety of design solutions makes it possible to fit the product into the room of any style. Every woman who pays attention to self-care and monitors the thoroughness of applying makeup, will certainly appreciate such a useful acquisition.
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