“Spa.” That three-letter word tickles all your senses, as you imagine soaking in a jetted hot tub, sipping on cucumber water and listening to the sounds of nature. It’s no wonder the spa-like experience has become the latest trend in bathroom design. This is a feeling you could get used to – and you should. You just don’t know where to start.

Well, you could refresh your bathroom with a stand-alone soaker or a new pebble floor.

But you’ll make a much bigger impact by simply swapping out your light fixtures. With help from Hinkley bathroom lighting, you can finally create a retreat that’s as soothing to look at as it is to soak in.

About Hinkley Lighting

Hinkley Lighting, Inc. was founded in 1922, as an outdoor lantern company in the small-feel city of Cleveland, Ohio. It was born at the hand of Phil Hinkley. Unfortunately, he contracted tuberculosis in the ‘30s and inevitably sold his company to a Mr. Stanley Wiedemer. Wiedemer’s family has owned and operated Hinkley Lighting ever since. But they never lost sight of Hinkley’s mission to keep their customers’ “Life Aglow.”

With their experience and tenacity, Wiedemer’s descendants grew Hinkley Lighting into the global manufacturer of indoor and outdoor lighting that it is today. As a family-owned business for more than nine decades, Hinkley Lighting prioritizes family over everything. They are dedicated to making your home a comfortable and inviting environment with their thoughtful designs and quality craftsmanship.

In describing the Hinkley Lighting style, the following words come to mind:

• Sophisticated
• Chic
• Innovative
• Thoughtful
• Stunning

Hinkley caters to a variety of design styles, from classic traditional to sleek contemporary. And, of course, they offer more than the lanterns that started it all. This time-tested brand has put its mark on chandeliers, wall sconces, flush mounts, pendants and landscape fixtures. But, for the sake of your home spa, let’s take a closer look at Hinkley bathroom lighting and how these fixtures can make your dream a reality.

Spa-Like Bathroom Lighting Tips

There’s no question that the right type and tone of lighting will send you into a blissful trance. The problem is figuring out how to strike that perfect balance. When shopping for your spa bathroom lighting, use the following tips and examples to guide your decision-making.

1. Consider the Trends

Your first step is a no-brainer: Consider current lighting and bathroom trends. This will not only spark your creative mind, but it ensures your home spa is a place of refuge for years to come. Lucky for you, some of the best 2019 lighting trends are very spa-friendly. Take the movement toward matte finishes. These muted metals innately jibe with a soothing spa environment. The same goes for all those modern designs you’re seeing. Their clean lines and minimal flare make them visually quiet accessories.

Nothing says “spa” better than a touch of nature, and that’s exactly the feeling you get from this “weathered” two-light vanity piece. The Jackson Bath Vanity Light by Hinkley comes in a hammered, matte metallic finish. The tiny indents mirror the seedy glass coverings, which themselves mimic water droplets on a window pane.

Those who practice meditation often use a mantra to help them sink into that empty headspace. There’s a reason for that and it’s called repetition. The Daphne Bath Vanity has that same hypnotizing quality, thanks to its repeating bubble lights and simple geometry. While this piece is a perfect stream of light above your mirror, it also makes for a beautiful modern art fixture on a bare wall.

As far as Hinkley bathroom wall sconces are concerned, the Lanza Wall Sconce is right on trend. It’s available in a few muted metallic finishes, including Buckeye Bronze and Antique Nickel. Not to mention, those geometric accents are not far off from the art deco lighting craze. The best part? This design is so tastefully done that it complements almost any interior style.

2. Be Subtle

While a matte black finish is one way to keep the look subtle, don’t be afraid to explore other options. For instance, fixtures with frosted glass light shades send a soft, soothing effect, as do monochromatic color schemes and geometric shapes. In other words, try to avoid mixed metals, shiny crystal ornaments and any fixtures with stained glass accents. The more simply elegant, the better.

The Simi LED Light is so slender, it practically blends in with your bathroom wall – especially if your wall is painted in eggshell white to match the opaque glass. You’ll notice the only real adornment is the metal bracelet that sits in the center. Otherwise, this vanity light is a pure minimalist. You can afford to employ a set of two to frame the sides of your bathroom mirror without overwhelming it.

When it comes to modern design, the Latitude Vanity Light is a superb choice. Though 18 inches long, the slim glass panel makes it almost invisible to the eye. Hang this contemporary fixture above a frameless mirror so as not to weigh it down. You don’t want anything to interrupt the fact that light appears to be floating mid-air like a star in the night sky.

Many traditional light fixtures are overflowing with flourishes – not the Shelly Wall Sconce. Though a truly sophisticated structure, it knows how to make a statement without all those bells and whistles. The most you get is a petite silver finial and oval backplate with a couple ridged edges. Plus, with its etched opal glass shade, the light remains soft and at ease. If you’re using it for vanity lighting, make sure you double up.

3. Hang Something Special

While five-star spas aim for simplicity, they can’t skimp on extravagance. For your own space, that might look like a marble tile floor or gold-trimmed vanity set. But when it comes to lighting, there’s nothing more luxurious than a hanging work of art. Even a simple, modern pendant looks like a beautiful piece of jewelry dangling by your vanity or situated above your soaker tub.

No skylight on your bathroom ceiling? Your next best view is the 12-Inch Bette Pendant. The combination of unpredictable angles and seeded glass make this a magnificent masterpiece – like a Picasso of lighting. Whether your spa is a touch glamour or completely streamlined, the Bette belongs in your bathroom lounge – either in a dedicated dressing area or directly over your bathtub.

4. Install Dimmers

Spas often use candles and other forms of soft lighting to keep the space warm and relaxing. While you can certainly add a few candles around your tub for ambiance, they won’t provide enough lighting for the entire bathroom. Instead, install a dimmer on your fixtures, so you can recreate that low-level lighting when you’re ready to unwind. Come morning, power all the way up to help you get ready for the day.

5. Add Layers of Light

Any designer will tell you that layers of light instantly elevate a room. You can go from drab to drama with just a few extra fixtures. In the bathroom, specifically, consider installing under-cabinet lighting, adding dedicated makeup lighting, using accent lighting to highlight artwork or a unique tile inlay and lining the perimeter of the room with recessed lighting. If your budget doesn’t allow for so many different types of light, you can achieve the same feel by putting each of your fixtures on separate switches. This will allow you to add and subtract light as you wish.

The Morgan Wall Sconce is a small-but-mighty fixture. It certainly can’t stand as your main light source, but it can help round out the room. Stylistically, it’s born from traditional elements, but the linen shade and soft-spoken curves are beautifully organic. To keep that natural feng shui, you’ll want the elongated finials to run parallel to your bathroom mirror or up against vertically landscaped wallpaper.

Of course, it’s nice to have a jetted bathtub or waterfall showerhead, but all that can be filled in later. The quickest way to unwind is to get your lighting right. In fact, these spa-inspired fixtures from Hinkley bathroom lighting are proof that you can create an at-home spa with just the flip of a switch.