We\u2019ll go deeper into the topic of LED mirrors and their use of electricity in this article. We\u2019ll also discuss briefly how LED mirrors work, how much electricity lighted mirrors consume, and how long LED mirrors last. Here we go!<\/p>\n\n\n
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Why LED Mirrors Require Electricity<\/h2>\n
The \u201cLED\u201d in LED mirrors stands for light-emitting diode. LED bulbs are powered by an electrical current, which means that for the LED lights in mirrors to turn on, they need to be connected to a source of electricity. Lighted mirrors may also have other features that require electric power, such as a demister pad, Bluetooth speakers, and a touch screen, among others.<\/strong> Let\u2019s take a closer look at these features that need electricity.<\/p>\n Light-emitting diodes or LEDs are small light bulbs that fit into an electrical circuit. A diode<\/a> is a type of electronic component that lets electricity flow through in one direction. An LED is a diode that is designed to give off light.<\/p>\n LEDs are built into tiny rounded bulbs to make the light they produce more concentrated and brighter. To produce light, LEDs in mirrors need electricity flowing through their circuit.<\/p>\n Do you know why bathroom mirrors fog up after you take a warm bath or a hot shower? The steam in the air condenses into tiny water droplets and form on the cool glass of the mirror, making it foggy.<\/p>\n A demister pad<\/a>, also called a defogger pad, is used to heat the back of a bathroom mirror. This prevents water vapor from condensing on the mirror surface. As a result, LED mirrors with a demister pad always stay crystal clear, no matter how steamy a bathroom gets. A demister pad also runs on electric power and is usually connected to an LED mirror\u2019s lighting circuit, which means it\u2019s activated together with the mirror\u2019s lights and its other functions.<\/p>\n LED mirrors may also come with brightness and color adjustment settings, which require electric power. Some lighted mirrors have a dimmer switch for adjusting brightness and a color temperature button for switching between warm white and cold white LED lighting. Without electricity, these features would not be able to work.<\/p>\n LED mirrors may also be equipped with a touch sensor, which lets users turn the mirror lights and demister pad on and off. Touch sensors may also be used to control the brightness and adjust the color temperature settings of an LED mirror. Touch sensors also require electricity, with their wiring incorporated into the mirror\u2019s power supply unit.<\/p>\n How would you like to do your makeup while listening to your favorite playlist or talking to your BFF? Many LED mirror models offer Bluetooth connectivity so that you can pair up your smartphone, laptop, tablet, or any other Bluetooth-enabled device with the mirror.<\/p>\n LED mirrors with a built-in microphone and Bluetooth speakers allow you to hear your favorite tracks as you go about your grooming routine. For the Bluetooth tech to work, you\u2019ll need to make sure the mirror\u2019s electrical connection is set up properly.<\/p>\n Of course, LED mirrors can still be used without electricity. When the lights and other features are not connected to electrical power, the mirror simply functions as a regular, non-lighted mirror.<\/p>\n You will still be able to see your reflection, but it may not be as well-lit as it would be with the lights switched on. You will be needing another source of light in front of you to see your reflection.<\/p>\n LED mirrors work by using electrical power to light up the LED bulbs and activating features such as the demister pad and touch sensor. LED mirrors also provide illumination by projecting the LED lighting from the back or the front of the mirror glass.<\/strong><\/p>\n The LED lights in a mirror are arranged in a strip that runs along a mirror base behind the mirror. The LED light circuit, along with the wiring for the other features of the mirror, is connected to a power supply unit or a power regulator behind the mirror. This power supply unit is then plugged or hardwired into the house\u2019s main power supply.<\/p>\n When the mirror is switched on, the electrical current passes through the regulator and flows through the mirror\u2019s electric components. The LEDs would then light up, the demister pad warms up the mirror\u2019s surface, and the touch sensor and other features are activated.<\/p>\n As for lighting, LED mirrors illuminate nearby objects by projecting light from the back or the front through a frosted portion of the mirror glass. If the light is coming from the back of the mirror, this light is bounced off the wall where the mirror is mounted, onto the surrounding area. This is called a backlit effect. We have also written this article that discusses if illuminated mirrors are any good<\/a>. You can check out the article for more information about the topic.<\/p>\n This video from TweekerDan1984 demonstrates how a lighted mirror model is installed on a wall. It guides viewers on how to properly mount the mirror onto a frame on the wall, and also shows the LED mirror wires and how these are connected to the house\u2019s power source. The video supports the answer that yes, LED mirrors need electricity for the lights and features to work. You can also check out this article on how to make an LED-backlit mirror<\/a>. We have shared instructions and tips that you can follow.<\/p>\n\n\nLED Lights<\/h3>\n
Demister or Defogger Pad<\/h3>\n
Brightness and Color Adjustment Settings<\/h3>\n
Touch Sensor<\/h3>\n
Bluetooth Speakers<\/h3>\n
How LED Mirrors Work<\/h2>\n
Use of Electricity<\/h3>\n
Light Projection<\/h3>\n
\u2705 Video – LED Exquisite Illuminated Mirror DIY Installation Video<\/h4>\n