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One of the most common bathroom fixtures is the vanity strip light. The vanity strip light is a straight across bar that holds anywhere from two lights to eight lights. You hang the vanity strip light over your bathroom mirrorso that the vanity Light is directly illuminating your work space (also known as task lighting). You select a vanity strip light based on the size of your mirror, and a good rule of thumb is that you want to try to select a vanity light slightly larger than the mirror, so all of the light bulbs shine on your reflection. Try to coordinate your finish choice with your other bathroom hardware (cabinet handles, showerhead, faucet, etc.) and set your lighting décor around this scheme. Another choice for illuminating your vanity is to flank your mirror with a pair of single light vanity lights. Try to select a pair with a high maximum wattage, and steer away from candelabra sconces with fabric shades, because they may cast shadows. We recommend selecting a pair with a clear or white swirl glass cup, so you get the natural light. For task lighting purposes, we always recommend single light vanity lights, which have white or swirled glass globes which diffuse the light best. The bathroom is one of the few places in the home where, I think I can safely say, you will not be holding family gatherings and social functions. While the bathroom is a rather low traffic area, its functions are many. All of which require great amounts of task lighting, and we would like to provide you with a few new and interesting ways to do so. For some one on one advice from a lighting design expert, call us toll free at 1-866-418-9673. We look forward to hearing from you soon! 
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