Yep, those. I had an idea to cut them and make “tiles” for a larger frame and antique them to look old and interesting. I started with 2 mirrors and a frame, took the backs of the mirrors and took them out of the frames. Make sure you wear gloves and safety glasses for this. ...
The dining room is one of the most popular spaces for dramatic mirrors, especially if there's a beautiful chandelier to reflect. But, be mindful. "If it's a chandelier with an exposed bulb, the reflection can be glaring. Instead, try an antiqued mirror to diffuse it," says Going. Both...
9 | Create A “Window” Where There Isn’t One Adding a window-shaped mirror to a wall that doesn’t have a window can give the illusion of one. Which is especially helpful in brightening up a dark corner. This window frame in my stairwell came from an old building that was being re...
Many bathrooms have unframed builders-grade bathroom mirrors over the vanity. Removing these mirrors is difficult because they are often glued to the wall – so the most economical solution is to spruce up the old mirror by attaching a frame. Learn the secrets of in-situ mirror framing in thi...
In some cases, a new mirror or a complete replacement of the mirror glass without replacing the vintage or antique frame. Small Cracks Small cracks can often be repaired using super glue, nail polish, or clear tape. Large Cracks However, large mirrors with deep cracks or multiple chips requir...
To create a new frame for this mirror, I used salvaged stair spindles. I modified the spindles by using one of my favorite tools – this super light and compactBosch Router. I routed out the back of all four spindles to create a ‘ledge’ for the mirror to nestle into. ...
If we place this special glass over a black surface it will appear to be a normal mirror; if there's a light source behind the glass, however, then that light will pass through. So the idea is to take the glass, mount it in an antique picture frame, and hang it on the wall ...
It’s a well-known fact that mirrors can be used to make small spaces appear larger and more open or that they’re must-have features for spaces like the entryway or the bathroom but what’s not so popular is a mirror’s role as a decorative object. You can sometimes tell that a ...
We Created an "Antique" Mirror Using an IKEA Frame How to Repair a Discolored Mirror Lay out a soft cloth on a large flat work surface (or on an open expanse of carpeting). Examine the mirror to determine the best way to remove the mirror glass from its frame. In certain types of m...
A desk nook designed by Lisa Burdus in a home in North Sydney© Maree Homer Max Rollitt, an antique dealer and decorator known for his English country homes, attests to the increased demand for layouts that feel bespoke and intimate. “We’re seeing a reversal of open-plan living – ...