Wall Light Size Guides

Illustrated bathroom vanity lighting guide showing a three-light vanity fixture mounted above a rectangular mirror. A measurement line across the mirror indicates that the recommended vanity light width should be approximately three-quarters (3/4) of the mirror’s width. The black-and-white line drawing includes a bathroom vanity with drawers, sink and faucet, decorative vase with greenery, soap dispenser, bowl, towel ring, and tiled floor. The graphic demonstrates proper sizing for a vanity light fixture in relation to the mirror.

Bathroom Lighting Sizing

To properly size your bath bar over your bathroom vanity, ensure that the length of the light is no longer than 3/4 the lenght of the mirror it is hanging above.

Illustrated bathroom vanity lighting guide showing two mirrors above a double-sink vanity, with three wall sconces positioned on either side and between the mirrors. Measurement callouts indicate that sconces should be mounted with their centers 60–65 inches above the floor and spaced 36–40 inches apart. The black-and-white line drawing includes two sinks with faucets, a vanity with drawers, decorative accessories, and framed mirrors. The graphic demonstrates recommended placement and spacing for bathroom wall sconces around a double vanity.

Bathroom Sconces Sizing

For bathroom sconces, it is recommended to put a sconce on either side of the mirrors and in the middle. They should be spaced about 36 to 40 inches apart and hang 60 to 65 inches from the floor to the middle of the sconce.

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Picture Lighting Sizing

Picture lights should be about 1/2 the width of the art or picture they are hanging over. Angle the light about 30 degrees for the best glow.

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