Maybe the solution would be to buy an unlit mirror, install it on a frame (i.e., not flush with the wall) and buy your own LED strips around the edges of the frame and behind the mirror. That way you'd be sure to get strips that were bright enough to illuminate the room. You could even install two rows of strips if one row wasn't bright enough. I looked at a few reviews of backlit mirrors on Amazon and the reviewers often commented that the lights weren't very bright.

Thanks for your comment. Back in the old days, thats how these floating mirrors were constructed. your idea is good, but will need to find diffusers to accommodate a double row of these lights. One problem begets the other. Will check to see how much is the output or greatest wattage (single row) and what wattage would be for a double row. Thanks again for weighing in.

Hello jubesb, did you by chance find a mirror to fit your wants? I think this is what Im after…if you can help, Id appreciate it.

same thing here./..I'm looking

I bought one from IBMirror. It is dimmable and backlit. Super minimal and modern. I do have an overhead light as well but probably can do without it.

Liz H

I am at the point of buying a backlit vanity mirror. IBMirror is one of the brands I have in my selection.

Are you still happy with yours?

Is your overhead light suspended or recessed? Do you find you need it to supplement the backlight or not?

You will definitely need supplimental lighting, We have 4 baths with lighted mirrors and all have overhead LED lights, not only are they there for helping to light your face but you also need a source of general lighting. The mirror light wont sufficiently illuminate a bathroom in all of the nooks and crannies, think about the light you need just to clean. Also a seperate light in the shower is a good idea.

Thanks for your comments.

@M Riz: "The mirror light wont sufficiently illuminate a bathroom in all of the nooks and crannies"

As you grow older, you'll appreciate that all those nooks and crannies aren't illuminated.