MIRRORS & MIRRORED CABINETS


No longer an afterthought A


sh Chilver, sales director at HiB, explains the changing role of mirrors


and mirrored cabinets in the modern bathroom: “Once seen as a mere afterthought, mirrors


and mirrored cabinets have become a centrepiece in their own right. After all, we use them almost every day to reflect our appearance and to bounce light around the room to create the illusion of more space. “The secret to creating the perfect bathroom is


Comment by Ash Chilver Sales Director, HiB


striking a balance between style and practicality. And whilst the contemporary aesthetic of the latest mirrors and mirrored cabinet designs provides the homeowner with a sleek and elegant finish, it is perhaps the incorporation of the latest technological advancements now available that are creating that extra ‘wow-factor’. “The introduction of LED lighting within and


around mirrored surfaces has already proven, and continues to be, a favoured enhancement, particularly with vanity mirrors. The latest products on the market offer lighting in various forms, from thin decorative lines of LED lighting, to light ‘frames’. Growing in popularity is temperature, or colour changing lighting, which


HiB Switch on to style T


hese days we are never truly ‘switched off’. Our smartphones and


other mobile devices go everywhere with us, including in the bathroom. As such, homeowners are increasingly looking for charging solutions which effortlessly blend into the fabric of their home. HiB’s Connect mirror offers the perfect


solution; one that blends functionality and aesthetics to add the ‘wow-factor’ to any bathroom. Designed with tech-savvy consumers in mind, the inclusion of USB charging ports with charging


allows the user to change the whole ambience of the room simply by adjusting the mirror light from cool, bright white, to a softer, warmer hue. “Add an innovative memory feature, so the


cabinet will remember the consumer’s personal light colour setting, along with sensor technology that allows the mirror lights to be switched on and off by a simple hand movement, and you’ve got a welcome addition that helps to make a busy homeowner’s life easier. “For those looking for the ultimate in


functional, luxurious design, an all singing, all dancing mirrored cabinet can provide a truly stunning showpiece. Beyond being a useful mirror- cum-storage unit, the latest designs are striking in appearance when combined with lighting technology, and, like many mirrors, can incorporate heated pads to ensure the surfaces remain mist-free. Furthermore, due to the increasing trend for connected technology, products are now available with integrated charging sockets and Bluetooth speakers, allowing users to store and charge up bathroom essentials and carry out personal grooming with ease, all whilst enjoying their favourite music or audiobook in good quality sound.”


sockets and Bluetooth integration elevates this bathroom centrepiece to a status of real modern innovation. Connect is ideally suited to those seeking a mirror which makes a world of difference to their bathroom scheme, combining truly beautiful design with exceptional practicality. Featuring an elegant combination of ambient


lighting and an LED profile, the Connect range transforms the bathroom into a clean, opulent space. The addition of colour temperature changing technology adds a dash of the bespoke for a truly luxurious experience.


Ash Chilver, sales director at HiB comments:


“The popularity of smartphones is causing the way consumers use their interior spaces to evolve. Retailers can capitalise on this trend by stocking stylish products which offer gadget lovers the ability to keep their devices charged up in a convenient and – crucially, for a bathroom – safe manner.” The Connect range comes in width sizes of 50, 60, 80 and 120cm.


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34 BKU OCTOBER 2018


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