Did You Know: Why Elevators Have Mirrors?


By Chetna Shree02, Apr 2025 06:00 PMthedailyjagran.com

ELEVATORS IN MIRRORS

Have you ever wondered why elevators have mirrors in them? Besides giving last-minute touch-ups, there are other reasons too. Tap to know!

COMFORTS YOU

As per psychologists, mirrors in elevators comfort you. Few people feel claustrophobic in a small space. Mirrors create an illusion of more space.

ENSURES SAFETY

In Japan, the first lift mirror was introduced due to easy accessibility for people in wheelchairs. Mirrors help people identify what others are doing beside them.

DISTRACTS YOU

As per the Gartec Lifts, a lift website mirrors in elevators help with distraction. Whether you are setting your hair or clicking pictures, you are distracted and won’t feel bored.

REDUCES ANXIETY

If you are also the one who feels claustrophobic in closed spaces, mirrors in lifts are built for you. It will give a sense of more space, reducing anxiety and ensuring comfort.

MAKES USER-FRIENDLY ECOSYSTEM

Mirrors in elevators are installed to make a user-friendly ecosystem for everyone. It helps people navigate their surroundings and make free entry and exit.

LAST-MINUTE TOUCHUP

Besides all these practical uses, mirrors also help in last-minute touchups. You can either fix your hair or your clothes easily without any hassle.

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