A single light bulb often lighted the earliest bathrooms in New Hampshire. Then we moved on to florescent lights, with their own share of drawbacks. Today, LED lights are usually the way to go and are commonly recommended by the best bathroom remodelers NH offers. The trick is to have bright lighting when you're trying to see something clearly, and then comfortably light levels for other times. For most people, it means adding a dimmer switch that allows you to set the desired light level. We've come a long way since the single light bulb days, and the latest LED lights are impressively energy-saving.

Looking in the mirror to shave or apply makeup requires good lighting and is often a focus of bathroom lighting design. But it's also much nicer to have lights over the shower, and in other places so there are no dark spots. Vintage bathrooms rely on a single lightbulb, which means a dark shower when you pull the curtain. It's transformational when you renovate your bathroom, add glass doors, and improve the lighting. Well-chosen chandeliers are also a bathroom trend if space allows them. They can be dramatic and add dazzling effects. In compact sizes, even smaller bathrooms can handle them.

Mirrors also affect bathroom visibility; they can be functional and beautiful. Today, many unique designs are instant conversation starters, and magnification can be added in smaller side mirrors as appropriate for cosmetic needs. When lights are well placed, they avoid excessive reflection, making the mirror more useful. Ventilation can often be integrated with lights in single overhead fixtures. Old-fashioned noisy fans have been replaced with whisper-quiet high-velocity models with impressive CFM (cubic foot per minute) ratings. They quickly remove steam and odors.

Oversized bathroom mirrors with built-in LED lighting, touch controls, and built-in magnified sections are state-of-the-art. They fit well in larger bathrooms with built-in cabinetry and sinks underneath. If you haven't seen one yet, ask your designer for examples. If you want a bathroom with a "wow factor," consider adding a mirror of this caliber. It will also contribute light to the room in general and be part of the bathroom lighting plan. The best part is you'll have more lighting and use less electricity because LEDs are low wattage. There's every reason to add premium lighting to your bathroom remodeling plan.