What size mirror for a 72 inch vanity?
For a 72″ vanity, choose a mirror 68–72″ wide, which in common sizes means a 72″ mirror about 36″ tall. Hang it with the bottom edge 5–10″ above the counter.
Method: Common designer guidance: a mirror equal to or a few inches narrower than the vanity, hung 5–10″ above the counter near eye level.
Recommended mirror
72″ wide
About 36″ tall · 68″–72″ works
| Width range | 68″–72″ |
| Bottom edge from floor | about 40″ |
| Centre from floor | about 58″ |
- • Hang it so the bottom edge sits 5–10″ above the countertop, and centre it on the vanity (or on each sink).
- • The centre of a 36″ tall mirror lands about 58″ from the floor. Eye level is roughly 57–60″, so raise it if the people using it are tall.
- • A mirror as wide as the vanity looks built-in. A noticeably narrower one looks like it's floating.
Vanity mirror size chart
| Vanity | Mirror width | Common size |
|---|---|---|
| 24″ | 20–24″ | 24″ × 24″ |
| 30″ | 26–30″ | 30″ × 30″ |
| 36″ | 32–36″ | 36″ × 30″ |
| 48″ | 44–48″ | 48″ × 36″ |
| 60″ | 56–60″ | 60″ × 36″ |
| 72″ | 68–72″ | 72″ × 36″ |
How to choose
Match the mirror to the vanity or go a few inches narrower. Hang the bottom edge 5–10″ above the countertop and centre it. A double vanity usually looks best with two mirrors, one centred over each sink.
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Frequently asked questions
What size mirror for a 36 inch vanity?
A mirror 32–36 inches wide, usually a 32 or 36 inch mirror about 30 inches tall.
How high should a bathroom mirror be hung?
With the bottom edge 5–10 inches above the countertop, and the middle of the mirror around eye level, roughly 57–60 inches from the floor.
Can the mirror be wider than the vanity?
It can, but it tends to look top-heavy and gets in the way of wall lights and towel bars. Equal or slightly narrower looks best.