Domakihub How to Install a Bathroom Mirror with Lights
A practical guide to planning, mounting, and wiring an LED bathroom mirror safely.
Reviewed by Domakihub home & decor pros · 2026-06-23 · 5 min read
A lit bathroom mirror transforms any bathroom — from a compact apartment in Athens to a holiday villa in Crete — by combining task lighting and a design statement in one fixture. The video above walks through a real installation, including the wiring stage; this article breaks down every step in detail and tells you which parts you can prepare yourself and where Greek law requires a licensed electrician. Understanding the full process helps you brief a tradesperson accurately, choose the right product, and avoid expensive surprises on the day.
Types of LED bathroom mirror and what affects the installation
LED bathroom mirrors come in two broad families: plug-in models that terminate in a standard Schuko socket, and hardwired models that connect directly to a concealed junction box in the wall. Plug-in mirrors are genuinely DIY-friendly — you mount the frame and plug in the cable. Hardwired mirrors look cleaner and are far more common in renovations, but they require mains electrical work, which in Greece must be carried out by a licensed electrician (ηλεκτρολόγος) who will also issue the required electrical safety certificate (ΥΔΕ) if the installation modifies the circuit.
Look at the back of any mirror you are considering before buying. The wiring diagram and IP rating are printed there. Bathroom mirrors must carry at least IP44 (splash-proof) and ideally IP65 if they are close to a shower. Most Greek holiday-rental and hotel projects now specify IP65 as standard.
What to prepare before the electrician arrives
Good preparation cuts the electrician's on-site time significantly, which saves money. Decide on the mirror position, confirm the wall type (plasterboard/gypsum, brick, or reinforced concrete — common in Greek construction), and identify where the nearest 230 V circuit runs. Take photos of the wall and note the height of any existing light switch or shaving socket.
Buy the mirror before booking the electrician so they can inspect the wiring harness and confirm whether a new spur from the consumer unit is needed or whether an existing circuit can be extended. In older Greek buildings (pre-1990), wiring may be aluminium rather than copper — a licensed professional must assess this before connecting any new load.
How to install a bathroom mirror with lights: step by step
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Turn off the circuit and verify it is dead
At the consumer unit (πίνακας), switch off the breaker for the bathroom circuit. Use a non-contact voltage tester on the wires at the wall to confirm there is no live voltage before touching any conductors. This step is non-negotiable — 230 V AC can be fatal, and water in a bathroom increases the risk. If you are not a licensed electrician, stop here and call one for every step that involves live wiring.
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Mark the mounting position and locate the wall studs or fixings
Hold the mirror against the wall at the intended height — typically so the centre sits at eye level (around 160–170 cm from the floor for most adults). Mark the top mounting points with a pencil. Use a stud finder or a small pilot drill to check what is behind the plasterboard; Greek bathrooms often have tile directly on brick, so use a tile drill bit and appropriate wall plugs (tassels/βύσματα) rated for the mirror's weight. Most LED mirrors weigh 8–20 kg — check the product sheet.
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Run or extend the cable to the correct position
The hardwired cable needs to terminate at the back of the mirror's planned position, usually through a backplate hole or from below. If no cable exists at that point, the electrician will chase a channel in the wall (or run conduit), pull a 2-core-and-earth 1.5 mm² cable from the nearest junction box, and leave a tail of around 15 cm protruding. The cable must be enclosed in conduit inside the wall and must not pass through wet zones without appropriate sheathing.
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Mount the mirror bracket and hang the mirror
Most LED mirrors ship with a keyhole-slot bracket or a fixed rail. Screw the bracket to the wall using the fixings and wall plugs confirmed in step 2 — use a spirit level to check it is horizontal. Attach any earth bond wire from the bracket to the earth terminal if the mirror has a metal frame (required by IEC 60364). Carefully lift the mirror onto the bracket, feeding the wiring harness through the wall hole at the same time. Confirm the mirror is level and secure before releasing it.
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Make the electrical connections and test
Connect live (brown), neutral (blue), and earth (yellow-green) conductors from the wall cable to the corresponding terminals on the mirror's driver or junction block — match the colours exactly; Greek mains wiring follows the standard EU colour code. Secure the junction cover, restore power at the consumer unit, and switch on. Test all functions: main light, anti-fog pad if fitted, touch dimmer or sensor switch, and any colour-temperature change. Finally, have the electrician complete the ΥΔΕ documentation if a new circuit or spur was created.
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FAQ
- Can I install a plug-in LED bathroom mirror myself without an electrician?
- Yes, if the mirror is a plug-in model with a standard Schuko cable and the socket already exists in a permitted zone of the bathroom (zone 3, outside the bath/shower area). You are mounting a fixture and plugging it in — no mains wiring is involved. For any hardwired mirror, Greek law and EU low-voltage directive require the mains connection to be made by a licensed electrician.
- What IP rating does a bathroom mirror need in Greece?
- The minimum for general bathroom use is IP44 (protection against splashing water). Mirrors installed within 60 cm of a shower or bath should be IP65 or higher. Most modern LED bathroom mirrors sold for the Greek market already meet IP65, but always check the label before buying, especially for holiday rentals where compliance affects your liability as owner.
- How much does it typically cost to have an electrician install a hardwired LED mirror in Greece?
- Labour costs vary by region and complexity, but a straightforward hardwired connection to an existing circuit in the Athens metro area typically runs €60–€120 for the electrical work. If a new circuit spur from the consumer unit is needed, add €80–€150. Wall chasing, tiling repair, and ΥΔΕ documentation are usually separate line items — always ask for an itemised quote before work begins.