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Decorating with Mirrors
Every house needs a few good mirrors for practical purposes. Small, bathroom mirrors are great doing make up or shaving, while full length body mirrors are essential for examining your outfit head-to-toe before hitting the town. However, mirrors can be used for much more than functional purposes – they can be used to decorate a room, changing the overall look and feel. Well designed and placed mirrors can open up a room, add light or even replace a piece of art. When purchasing a mirror, there are a few factors to keep in mind including the purpose of the mirror, style and size. Read More ▼
Purpose
When shopping for mirrors, the very first question you will need to ask yourself is what you plan on using it for. If you’re looking for a bathroom mirror, you might want to consider a fog-free, scratch resistant one. You might also consider getting a smaller mirror with magnification for doing make up or shaving in the bathroom. For a bedroom mirror, you’ll probably want to have a body length mirror so you can see your entire outfit when getting dressed in the morning. For dining and living rooms, your choice of mirror depends on how much wall space you have and where you would like to place it. Long, horizontal mirrors work really well above tables and opposite windows to help bring in more light and make a room appear larger.
Style
The look and feel of your room will have a big impact on the style of your mirror. For an antique look, round mirrors with ornate metal or wooden frames look really good. Free standing, oval mirrors also look very good in an old-fashioned setting. For a contemporary look, square frameless mirrors mounted on the walls will open up the space without detracting from the simplicity of the room. Another great contemporary idea is using a selection of small mirrors along the wall to give it an artsy, mosaic look.
Size
Size is an important factor when picking out a mirror. After you’ve decided what you plan to use it for and the style you would like it in, you’ll need to examine the space you plan to use the mirror. A mirror that is too large might look very contemporary, but it could also overwhelm the room, taking away from the overall decor. However, a too small mirror won’t lend very much light or open up the room.
When shopping for a mirror, remember that it will be more than just a piece of functional furniture, it will also change the look and feel of the room; so a bit of care and attention should be spent shopping for your ideal mirrors.
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