Timberline Mirrors Buying Guide
Timberline mirrors are framed and painted-surround mirrors designed to sit above Timberline vanities. Timberline is an Australian maker of bathroom furniture based in regional NSW, and its mirrors follow the same lines and colours as its cabinetry. This collection suits anyone matching a mirror to a Timberline vanity, or looking for a framed mirror in a wide choice of widths.
What shapes are in the Timberline mirror range?
The range covers rectangles, rounds, a square, arches and a half-moon. The rectangles are the Miami, Miami Classic, Halifax, Georgia and Essence. The rounds are the Oxford, in 480mm, 600mm and 900mm, and the Portland, in 510mm, 630mm and 930mm. The California is the square. The Church and Jazz Arch are arched mirrors, each in a framed and an unframed version, and the Melody is a half-moon at 1200mm wide.
What size mirror should go above my vanity?
A mirror usually looks right when it is the same width as the vanity or slightly narrower. The rectangular Timberline mirrors are about 720mm high, or 739mm for the Essence, and come in widths from 600mm to 1500mm, so you can choose the width of the vanity below. For a round or arched mirror, aim for about two thirds of the vanity width. Mark the outline on the wall with masking tape before you order to check the proportions.
What is the difference between the rectangular models?
The difference is in the surround. The Miami has a plain surround in the colour you choose, and is often ordered to match the vanity. The Miami Classic has a routed frame that suits shaker-style cabinets. The Halifax has a deeper, 100mm frame and an optional lighting feature with a hardwired transformer. The Georgia is a simple all-rounder, and the Essence adds a small shelf for everyday items.
Can I match the mirror colour to my vanity?
Yes. Many Timberline mirrors are painted in the same colour options as Timberline vanities, so the surround can match the cabinet exactly or provide a contrast. A matching colour gives a fitted, furniture look. A contrasting frame, such as a dark surround over a light timber vanity, gives the mirror more presence on the wall.
How high should a bathroom mirror be hung?
Hang it so the centre of the glass sits close to eye level for the main users, which is often around 1500 to 1650mm from the floor. Leave a gap of 100 to 250mm between the top of the tap and the bottom of the mirror. Check the depth too: the Halifax stands 100mm from the wall, while the Church and Jazz Arch frames are 18mm deep, which matters near a cabinet door or a window reveal.
How do I care for a Timberline mirror?
Clean the glass with a soft cloth and a non-abrasive glass cleaner, sprayed onto the cloth rather than the mirror so liquid does not run into the frame or the edges. Wipe painted frames with a damp cloth and dry them. Run the exhaust fan during and after showers to reduce moisture around the edges of the glass.
Completing the room
Choose the mirror together with a vanity from Timberline so the widths and colours line up. For other shapes, compare round mirrors and arched bathroom mirrors at The Blue Space.
