Need some help with placement. How far from the back wall do you place recessed lights? I think I have them spaced right just unsure of how far back. My vanity counter will be 73.5" long. Installing (3) 3" 50 watt lights over the vanity. I pretty much decided to put one light on center 36.75" from side wall and the other two 18" to each side. Does that sound good? But, how far from the back wall? I would like the light to wash down the wall and reflect the light as well. I know I will need to find some other wall sconce lights for around the mirror but would like to make correct decision on the recessed for now
To light the bathroom mirror, Place recessed lights directly above the mirror or over the counter at vanity areas and make the fixtures light overlaps with each other. Use eyeball lights around the vanity to focus on your face and prevent shadows and glare
You haven't stated if the lights you are using are directional or not...I don't know the placement and would guess maybe the same as kitchen lighting which would put them just behind the counter..I am not sure..they might be better over the vanity more though because of shadows..check with an electrician for placement..I don't have this in my bathrooms..just one over the tub and in the showers, with a regular ceiling light and vanity lights. Can't say I have seen this.
Above a vanity we usually go 12' out from mirror most vanity's average 24' or so this will give you an even coverag of surface and wall. Also as other poster said if you purchase the can lights that can be positioned and moved you can always adjust slightly later if a bit unhappy.
