Ever since the first mirror shop opened in Nuremberg for the first time in the world in 1373, mirrors have become inseparable companions of man. However, in those distant times, only wealthy people could afford mirrors. At the same time, the technology for manufacturing mirrors, and hence their reflective properties, was somewhat lame. Now it is nothing more than consumer goods, while with excellent reflectivity, which, moreover, everyone can afford. There would be only desire.
The importance of mirrors in our lives and their amazing properties
Indeed, the use of mirrors is difficult to overestimate. They are used in our everyday life, in science, medicine, optics, etc. Without them, the world would be a different place. But we will not fall into some kind of paranoia about them. amazing properties, because in fact what we use today is deserved by our progress. And if so, then the daily unconscious use of mirrors has already become our norm. In our apartment you can often find more than one mirror: in the bathroom, in the hallway, in the wardrobe. At the same time, all these mirrors are somehow fixed in their places. Here, due to the fact that our site is, first of all, a construction subject, our professional interest is already flaring up. How, after all, is the fastening of mirrors in various variations carried out, whether it be a tile, a wall, a chipboard? It is this topic that our article will be devoted to, on how to fix a frameless mirror on various surfaces.
Ways to mount mirrors
Despite the fact that in the previous paragraph of our article we identified the types of surfaces to which a mirror can be attached. Here it is also necessary to pay attention to possible way attachments to them. What could be more relevant. And if we talk about these very methods of attaching mirrors, then there are essentially three of them:
Using mounting double-sided tape;
- using glue. Often in this case, liquid nails are used;
- mechanical way mirror mounts.
It is about all these methods of attaching mirrors, and about the possibility of using each of them for a specific surface, that we will describe further. Let us give specific examples.
How to fix a mirror with double-sided mounting tape
The first and simplest is the use of mounting double-sided tape. This material began to be used not so long ago. And for fixing everything in a row, including mirrors. However, there are but, conditions and limitations.
First, the double-sided tape must be foamed. That is, to have a certain thickness of 0.8 - 2 mm. This is necessary in order to compensate and smooth out irregularities. In this case, the thickness of the tape should be approximately twice as large as these same irregularities on the surface to which we attach the mirror. Although it is difficult to determine, but still ...
Secondly, it must be observed technological process mirror mounting. In order not to be unfounded, we present specific example mounting a mirror on a fiberboard. Typically, such plates are used for the manufacture of furniture.
Before proceeding to the description of the mirror installation process, it is necessary to say about the tape used, as well as about the installation conditions. Mounting tape for mounting mirrors can be used in the temperature range from +10 to +25 degrees. lower or high temperatures will not ensure proper adhesion of the tape to the surface. For installation, it is better to take a proven high-quality tape, for example, from ZM. It could be:
9508W (base polyethylene, thickness 0.8 mm);
- 4492 (base polyethylene, thickness 0.8 mm);
- 4032 (base polyurethane, thickness 0.8 mm);
- 4026 (polyurethane base, thickness 1.6 mm).
Tape consumption is taken at the rate of 60 square centimeters per 1 kg of weight. Provided that the mirror will hang vertically, and not on the ceiling or on a slope. To make it easier for you to navigate the flow, you can look at the table. It shows the ratio of tape consumption depending on its thickness, length and weight of the mirror.
Now directly to action. The back surface of the mirror and fiberboard, on which the mirror will be glued, must be cleaned using a rag and a solvent (isopropanol, hexane). The use of other cleaning solvents may affect the adhesion between the tape and the bonded material.
Now we glue strips of tape. The strips should be pointwise, that is, along the edge of the mirror, while evenly distributed over the surface.
This is necessary in order to compensate for surface irregularities that may be in the space between the adhesive tape attachment points on the mirror surface. In the figure, although it is shown and exaggerated, it is quite true what we mean.
We try on the mirror in place, while the protective film from the mounting tape has not yet been removed. We make markings to put the mirror in place the first time, since it will not work to move it after.
Next, you need to remove from the mounting tape protective film and attach a mirror to the surface. The glue on the mounting tape should be set when the mirror is in a horizontal position. If possible, you can evenly load the mirror with evenly distributed objects over it. At the very least, you must click on the mirror. After a few hours, fiberboard with a mirror already attached to it can be used to make furniture.
This method of fixing the mirror can also be used for existing furniture, that is, when the mounting tape is set vertically. At the same time, the consumption of mounting tape will increase by 20 percent.
Now about the possibility of using mounting tape for other surfaces and materials. Adhesive tape can be used, and, accordingly, the mirror can be attached to metals and metallized surfaces, most plastics (ABS plastic, polycarbonates, polyvinyl chloride, polyacrylates, polyesters), glass, ceramics, painted, primed and varnished materials, processed wood, laminated chipboard.
Do not use on silicone and rubber coatings, polyethylene, polypropylene, Teflon, plasticized PVC, unprimed concrete or fiberboard surfaces or if the surface is prone to delamination. What and why we think is clear and without our explanations.
Now about the second option for attaching the mirror, when it is attached with glue.
How to fix a mirror with glue (sealant)
Again, not to talk about something surreal. Let's give a specific example that can be used for other cases when the mirror is glued to the glue. In our case, the mirror will be glued to the door. But first, as always, about the materials used, that is, about the glue used. A non-aggressive composition is suitable for use, one that will not react with the primer and amalgam on the mirror. It's important not to spoil appearance mirrors on front side. Acrylic adhesive, essentially an acrylic sealant, is usually ideal for this. It can be purchased in tubes for a pistol. Accordingly, all conditions for the use of the sealant must comply with the requirements on its packaging.
Now about the process of mounting the mirror with glue. If possible, it is necessary to bring the surface on which the mirror will be glued to a horizontal position. In our case, remove the door and put it on the floor.
We try on where the mirror will be located, and make markings.
Now we apply sealant, it can be pointwise, it can be in the form of stripes. Do not apply a lot of glue in one place, distribute it evenly over the entire surface. Also, do not apply glue to the edges of the mirror installation area, so as not to squeeze it out when laying the mirror out.
We put the mirror on the door, having previously applied glue, and wait until the sealant hardens.
We fix it on the same acrylic sealant as the mirror, fix it with adhesive tape, until the glue dries.
Usually the glue dries for about a day.
Then remove the tape, and you can hang the door in place.
Actually, this option can also be used for other options when the mirror is glued to the wall. But in this case, it will be necessary to hold the mirror until the sealant dries. This can be done using mounting tape, that is, in the way that we talked about in the previous paragraph.
As a result, the mirror will be fixed with mounting tape and glue. This is true when mounting tape may not be able to cope with its tasks. Let's say in the bathroom, where it is humid and sometimes hot. Also, if this is a primed wall made of concrete or drywall, then it is better to apply a sealant and “insure” with adhesive tape while it dries.
Now about the last method of fixing the mirror, about mechanical fastening.
How to fix a mirror with mechanical fasteners
It should be noted that in today's construction market there are many accessories, fittings and accessories in order to be used as fasteners for mirrors. Just look at the photo.
We will give just one example, using dowel fasteners, with decorative caps. All other mounting options using mechanical fasteners will be similar. Unless the mounts themselves will be slightly different.
Initially, we put the mirror against the wall and make markings where the fasteners will be installed and how the mirror will be installed. Then we remove the mirror to the side.
In order to drill a hole of the desired depth, we use adhesive tape, which we wind on the drill.
So it will be seen to what depth to drill the wall under the dowel. We drill holes.
We insert dowels into the wall.
Mounted on a mirror reverse side plastic dampers. In fact, these are washers for self-tapping screws on the other side of the mirror. They are necessary to compensate for the force of the fastener when it is tightened, and to avoid breakage of the mirror.
Now install the mirror in place and screw in the screws.
We put a hat on top of the screws.
That's all - the mirror is fixed. As you can see, this option is not so complicated and quite acceptable.
Summing up how to fix a mirror without a frame on the wall, on the wall of the cabinet, on the tile
Summing up, we can say that there are at least three main options for fixing mirrors, using mounting tape, glue and fasteners. And also there are many of their private variations. If we talk about the advantage of choosing any of the options, then here it must be said that each has its own advantages and disadvantages. When fastening with mounting tape and glue, the mirror is fastened so that it is not visible on what it hangs. It also does not require a special tool. At the same time, the use of sealant is justified in cases of high humidity, but adhesive tape is afraid of moisture. The disadvantages of using glue or mounting tape include their disposability. If you cut the tape or glue with a metal string, then it will be much more difficult to fix the mirror back. It will be necessary to clean everything and carry out all the procedures from the beginning.
Mechanical fastening is good to use when you have a porous surface that is prone to delamination. Let's say a whitewashed wall. However, such a fastening is visible, and it can also begin to corrode over time. Which will spoil the appearance, which means it is a kind of minus. But remove and put the mirror in place, during cosmetic repairs won't be difficult.
So, what to use, which of the mirror mounting options is up to you, we just have to hope that the choice will be right and the mirror will hang in its place for a long time and at the same time reliably.
This seems to be a completely simple question, but it quite often leads people to a stupor. It’s good if your purchase is inserted into a solid, sturdy frame with good staples or other fixtures. But not all people know how to hang without fastening. The walls are also different. With drywall, you need to behave in a completely different way than with concrete partitions.
Where is the best place to hang a mirror?
Many legends and folk beliefs claim that these beautiful objects contain important information for people. According to Feng Shui, it is also strictly indicated where the mirror should be hung, and in no case should it be fixed where. If you do not want energy to fly away from your house, then it is better not to place it opposite the entrance. Attach it slightly to the side or at a slight angle so that you can see your living rooms. Do not mount mirrors in front of the entrance to the bathroom. It is believed that water can also carry away energy and well-being from the house. But you can stick it on the toilet door from the outside, and then this danger will not threaten you.
How to hang a mirror without a frame?
Most The best way- make special holes in the product, but for this you need to be a little specialist, having the skills to work with diamond drills. There are also special decorative fasteners into which you can conveniently insert a mirror, but it’s good if your wall is concrete or made of. You can easily make holes in it and insert dowels. And if the wall is made of drywall? Do you not always provide an internal frame for fasteners during installation? Another way to hang a mirror on drywall is with a special mounting double-sided tape. It is perfect if the product is not too heavy. The most common way to install mirrors on tile, drywall, or any other surface where drilling is not possible is with liquid nails or mirror glue.
A mirror is an essential attribute of any home. No home is complete without it. If the mirror is part of the furniture, then it will not be installed big problem, which cannot be said about mounting the mirror on the surface. This article will tell you how to fix the mirror on the wall and do it without the use of fittings.
The choice of thickness and size of the mirror is especially important when it comes to mounting it on the wall. There are some nuances that you should pay attention to before buying:
- Thin mirrors usually have uneven surface, which means they are of poor quality. The result is a disproportionate reflection. Optimal Thickness mirrors - 5 mm. The thicker the mirror, the more expensive it is.
- Assess the condition protective coating on the back side.
- The mirror must be smooth. It should not have frozen air bubbles, spots, bumps and other defects.
- Large mirrors (1.5-3 sq.m.) are not recommended to be hung on the wall without fixing yourself.
- When ordering a mirror in the workshop, you need to specify its size as accurately as possible. It is necessary to measure the interior item with a small margin of 4-5 mm. If you plan to hang a mirror in the bathroom, then be sure to leave a gap necessary for grouting the walls.
- The size of the mirror should correspond to the location of other interior items, that is, its edges should not touch shelves, cabinets, etc.
- In order not to have to cut the mirror surface on your own, which is quite difficult, you need to set the right task for the masters.
Installation Requirements
- Decide on a place. Since you will have to hang a mirror on a wall without fastening (that is, without using special fittings) once and for all, you should think in advance where it will be placed.
- Prepare the surface. Depending on the type of facing material, the types also change. installation work. Learn more about how to hang a mirror on the wall and tile without mounts, see below.
How to hang a mirror on the wall without fasteners?
There are two main ways to mount mirrors without using fittings:
- Hang the mirror with a special adhesive.
- Attach to the "liquid nail".
In addition to the methods described above, some masters practice mounting a mirror with the additional use of double-sided tape.
Instructions for mounting the mirror on the wall
- First of all, you need to choose the right glue. Substances in its composition should not interact with the material from which the back of the mirror is made. It is necessary to choose a moisture-resistant adhesive so that it can withstand the effects of condensation, especially if the mirror is mounted in the bathroom. But the most important function of the glue is to provide the most durable connection between the mirror and the wall.
- The next step is to choose the base for the mirror. Often the canvas is hung on concrete, tile or chipboard. The most suitable bases are tiles and concrete. The technology of mounting the mirror on these surfaces will be discussed below. It is not recommended to place a mirror on the OBS or chipboard, since the tree does not tolerate temperature changes, which means that later it can cause the mirror to lag behind the wall.
- Next, start preparing working surface. Walls should be carefully inspected for irregularities, cracks and defects. If protrusions or chips are found, the walls are leveled. Walls should be cleaned, leveled with cement/concrete mortar and primed. The primer is best done with a deep impregnation agent. The process of priming the walls is very important, since it is it that protects the surface from moisture, condensation, and hence from the growth of bacteria and the appearance of mold.
Important! Even a small unevenness of a few millimeters can cause serious distortion. A poorly leveled surface can cause the mirror sheet to peel off the wall.
We fix the mirror without fasteners with liquid nails or glue Work technology
A mirror is glued to a concrete wall like this:
- Turn the mirror upside down.
- Glue pieces of thick double-sided tape on it.
- Remove the protective sheath/film from it.
- Apply adhesive on the back side along the contour. It is advisable to do this in small pyramids.
- Next, the glue is applied to the surface in strips in an equal state - 15-20 cm.
- After the adhesive composition has already been applied, the mirror is pressed tightly against the wall.
- It is advisable to support the canvas with something from below, since the glue will grab tightly only after 30-40 minutes. Double-sided tape performs the same function. Until the glue hardens, the tape does not need to be torn off, it will maintain a stable position of the canvas.
The technology of gluing a mirror onto a “liquid nail” is carried out according to the same principle. The sealant is applied to back wall canvases and wait a while.
If the mirror small size, then only contours are processed with a “liquid nail”. Some craftsmen advise using special holders for a while until the sealant hardens.
Mirror in the closet
Very often, mirror paintings are hung on cabinet doors - in the hallway or bedroom. The gluing technology is simple and in many respects similar to the previous method. The first thing to do is to mark the borders of the future mirror on the door with a pencil. Next, special glue is applied to the back side, this must also be done - along the contour and in the middle in the form of a lattice. Do not forget about double-sided tape, which is glued every 20-30 cm in the form of vertical stripes. It is important to remember that some types of glue set very quickly, so you need to align the mirror as quickly as possible.
Save space in the bedroom: install a wardrobe with a mirror Mirror on the wall with ceramic tiles
The mirror is an integral part of the bathroom interior. In many apartments, bathrooms are finished with ceramic tiles, and this is an excellent basis for gluing a mirror sheet. In order to hang a bathroom mirror without fasteners, you can use the same glue as for concrete pavement. The adhesive composition lubricates the surface of the back of the canvas. From the edge you need to retreat 1-2 cm so that the glue does not go beyond its contours. In the middle, the adhesive can be applied in the form of a grid. Once the adhesive has been applied, the mirror can be pressed against the ceramic tile. The bonding speed with this base is the same as in the case with concrete walls. The technology of work is identical. During installation, there is only one difference - the edges of the mirror glued to the tile must be covered with sealant. The color palette of these materials is not very diverse. You can choose the right shade - white or transparent.
Experienced craftsmen advise not to hang large mirrors alone. An assistant is useful to support the canvas during installation. It is also a prerequisite for competent and safe work is to protect the hands from possible cuts. For this purpose, fabric gloves are the best fit. If the condition of the walls allows, then you can additionally fix the mirror with the help of fasteners.
We fix the mirror on the tiles in the bathroom Mirror on PVC panels and drywall
You can hang a mirror on PVC panels and drywall without fastening. But this applies only to light canvases weighing up to 25 kg. To do this, use a "liquid nail" or a special glue. When working with plastic panels it is important to know that mirrors are only fixed to such walls by drilling if there is a small distance between the base and the cladding. Otherwise, it will not be possible to make a high-quality crate.
If the wall cladding is planted on a deep layer of glue, then the mirror sheet may deepen somewhat when mounted using fasteners. To avoid such situations, a metal profile is attached to the facing material, a drywall sheet is fixed to it. GVL is fixed with the help of special dowel-butterflies and a "liquid nail". The mirror, in turn, is glued to drywall using moisture-resistant mounting tape and glue.
Upon contact with cement mortar, mirror surface may darken. To prevent this, the base is treated with a special protective compound.
We fix the mirror on drywall with butterflies How to hang a mirror without fasteners?
This question is often asked by experts and novice craftsmen. If you plan to hang a mirror without "native" fasteners, then additional parts can be purchased at hardware store. With the help of such fasteners, the mirror is firmly attached to the wall. Such fittings support the canvas from below and on the sides.
Sometimes it happens that for fasteners you have to make holes in the mirror itself. And, as you know, the mirror surface is very capricious and fragile. This task is best handled by professional glaziers. But if there are none, you can do it yourself.
Installation nuances:
- First you need to mark the places of future holes.
- After that, holes are made at the marked points using diamond drills.
- To prevent the mirror surface from cracking, it is advised to cool it periodically.
- At home, you can build a special plasticine bath to cool the mirror. It is built and fixed right at the site of the future hole.
- As you decrease, water must be added. You need to drill the mirror with the utmost care so as not to spoil the canvas.
- Some glaziers advise drilling the mirror a little at a time, periodically dripping turpentine into the holes.
- After the work done, the holes are cleaned and rounded with a sandpaper.
- Next, pre-purchased fasteners are screwed into the finished hole.
- After that, a decorative plug is inserted in place of the fastening element.
What you need to know about the mirror before you hang it?
- If you hang a mirror crookedly, it will distort the image.
- It is more expedient to hang a mirror in human height in the corridor.
- In rooms with small area it is recommended to place mirrors from floor to ceiling, this will visually increase the space.
- Light should not enter the mirror, otherwise it will lose its reflective properties and quickly fade.
- An oval mirror increases the height and length of the room.
- Any base on which a mirror is to be hung must be cleaned and treated with alcohol.
Mirror in full height we hang in the corridor, a small-sized option is suitable for the bedroom What glue to use?
There is a huge selection adhesive composition for mounting mirrors. The most popular of all is the Bostik 2750MS. This adhesive has excellent performance characteristics. Under it does not need to apply a primer. It is suitable for bonding various surfaces. The glue does not lose its adhesive properties and does not corrode the amalgam of the mirror.
When working with ceramic tiles, it is better to choose a polymer-based adhesive. An example is the hybrid sealant Bostik 2720MS. In comparison with silicone compounds, its adhesive properties are an order of magnitude higher, it is not at all afraid of moisture. Such glue can be used for decades. Its characteristics will remain the same.
The mirror can be hung without fasteners. In this article, the main installation methods were considered, which one to choose is up to you.
Measure the center of the mirror. Measure the length and width of the mirror. Connect the dots in pairs to find the center of the mirror. It is important to find the center of the mirror in order to correctly place the fasteners to support the mirror.
- It's also best to mark the center of each side of the mirror on the back.
Install the D-rings on the back of the mirror. Mark 2 points about 15cm from the edges of the mirror. Install D-rings. A rope or wire will pass through them, keeping the mirror in balance.
Screw in the hooks to support the mirror from below. Mark 2 points at the same distance from the center of the mirror and screw the hooks there.
Unwind enough cord. Fold it in half and pull it through one hook, then through the D-rings, down again to the second hook. Don't pull the cord too tight, let it hang a little loose.
Reinforce the cord if necessary. Cut into several medium length pieces copper wire. Wind the cord on which the mirror will hang with wire and press with pliers from one end, and attach the other to the hook. Repeat with all four ends of the cord.
Pass the remaining cord through the last hook. Cut and tie the cord tightly. Press the edges with pliers and wire if needed.
Carefully raise the mirror to the desired height. With your free hand (or better yet, invite a friend to help) mark the wall in the place where the center of the top edge of the mirror is. Place the mirror carefully.
Use a level and draw a line on the wall. You need a line parallel to the floor, you will use it to determine the position of the mirror. Place the level against the wall below the mark you just made, make sure the bubble is between the two horizontal stripes, and draw a line around the edge of the level.
Draw a line through the centers of the two beams. Find two beams located in the area where the mirror will hang. The greater the distance between them, the better, but it should not be wider than the mirror. Draw straight lines from the centers of the beams to a horizontal line. Mark points at a distance of 10-12cm from the top line and in the center of the beams.
- At these points you will install the fasteners, so check with a level that these points lie on the same horizontal line.
Install the fasteners in the two marked positions. Screw two powerful self-tapping screws into the wall or first drill narrow holes with a drill, and then screw in. Leave enough space for the cord.
- Before installing self-tapping screws or screws that will hold the mirror, make sure they can hold more weight than your mirror. Please note that the effective load on the screws increases if you lift the mirror away from the wall, for example for cleaning purposes.
- Not all fasteners are the same. Seek professional advice or the manufacturer's instructions if you're not sure how to properly install them.
- Alternatively, you can opt for strong nails.
Raise the mirror to the desired level. Hang the cord from the mirror on the fasteners. Make sure the cord is securely on both screws and slowly release the mirror.
Align the mirror. Use a horizontal line on the wall and/or a spirit level to precise installation mirrors. When finished, erase the lines from the wall with an eraser.
- Some sites recommend special products for removing pencil marks from walls, such as melamine sponges.
We use a mounting bracket
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Prepare the wall as described above. This method uses a mounting plate to mount the mirror instead of a cord. However, you still need to find the beams in the walls, so follow the instructions from the first part of the article.
Buy or make a mounting plate. They are made of wood (sometimes of metal), should be wide enough and have such a shape that will allow you to hang one bar on another. You can buy them at any hardware store. If you buy, look at the weight markings, you need ones that can withstand weight that exceeds the weight of the mirror. However, if you have the right piece of wood and a minimal knowledge of how to work with it, you can easily make a plank yourself. Follow these tips:
- Saw off a sturdy piece of board about 2cm thick and slightly shorter than the width of your mirror.
- Saw the board at an angle of 30-45 degrees along the entire length approximately in the middle. You now have 2 boards that can be hung one behind the other.
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Attach one of the slats to the top of the mirror. Use glue or suitable screws. The sawn side of the board should be pointing down and look like a "hook" that will catch on the "ledge" of the board attached to the wall.
A mirror is an important interior element that exists in every home, used both for its intended purpose and as a decorative item. Therefore, before you hang a mirror on the wall, you need to carefully consider its location, height of placement. Often there are difficulties in mounting mirrors on tiles or PVC. In this article, we will consider all the options for how to hang a mirror on the wall in different rooms.
Basic properties and functions of mirrors
Before starting work on fixing the mirror, it is necessary to clarify the functions that it will perform in a particular room. The main purposes of the interior element:
- visual increase in space;
- decorative effect;
- practical use.
- A large mirror that can reflect a person completely is best hung in the hallway.
- The light should not fall on the mirror, but on the object reflected in it.
- A crookedly hung mirror will distort the reflection.
- The frame of the mirror is best done in the style of the room where it hangs.
- A full-length mirror will give the space maximum volume.
- When hanging a mirror, you need to pay attention to the shape of the interior element. They are round, square, rectangular, oval, wavy and others.
Mounting a mirror on a surface made of brick, drywall, concrete requires the use of a drill, hammer, screws, anchors, dowels. The choice of tools depends on the weight of the mirror, the structure of the base. A hole is drilled in the surface of the wall, into which a dowel is inserted and a screw is screwed in.
Ways of attaching mirrors to walls directly depend on the type of surface on which the interior item will be attached, on its weight, size, and intended functions.
The most difficult thing is to hang a mirror on the wall in the bathroom or hallway. It is best to decide on a place and prepare it in advance. For example, in the bathroom, you can not lay tiles in the place where the mirrors are attached. If the tile is already on the wall, then you should not try to glue the mirror. It is necessary to drill holes in the tile and base. It is not worth worrying about the fact that the tile will crack if high-quality material was used as the basis for the manufacture.
Mounting a mirror on the wall in the bathroom is not a very difficult task. It is only important to adhere to a certain algorithm of actions. Stages of installation work:
- correctly determine the location;
- using the level, measure the line;
- drill holes in the tile and wall along the length of the drawn line;
- the number of holes must correspond to the number of fasteners on the mirror, its weight and size;
- insert dowels into the prepared holes, screw in the screws;
- The mirror is hung using the available fasteners.
Before starting work, it is necessary to prepare tools and fasteners: screws, anchors, hammer, drill, dowels.
How to hang between facing
And yet, if possible, it is better to fix the mirror between the facing material. How to do it?
The allocated space does not need to be tiled.
Lightweight mirror flat wall can be glued liquid nails by treating the joints with sealant.
In that case when facing material was laid on a thick layer of glue, the mirror deepens greatly during installation. To avoid this effect, use metal profile which is attached to the wall. A piece of drywall is attached on top and fixed with liquid nails and fasteners (butterfly dowel). The mirror is glued to drywall.
If a decision is made to glue the mirror onto the tile adhesive, it is worth making sure that the interior element is covered with a protective layer. This will protect the reflective surface from darkening upon contact with the cement composition.
In order to hang a mirror on the wall, it is not necessary to drill holes in it. You can just use double-sided tape and glue, but this only applies to mirrors that are light in weight. The glue is distributed along the perimeter of the base, and the tape is glued in the center. After removing the protective layer from the tape, the mirror must be pressed firmly against the wall surface. It should be remembered that the glue hardens very quickly, so the mirror must be leveled as quickly as possible.
Double-sided tape is also called mounting tape. Its main quality is moisture resistance, which allows it to be used in bathrooms. Before using this tape, all surfaces must be thoroughly cleaned and treated with alcohol.
If there are no fasteners
Modern mirrors are usually equipped with fasteners that are perfectly combined with decorative trim interior, and sometimes complement it. Such mirrors are much easier to hang.
One of the most FAQ asked by specialists is how to attach a mirror to the wall if it does not have fasteners. For this purpose, you can buy special fasteners, with which the mirror is fixed from below and on the sides. It is more difficult when it is necessary to drill holes in the mirror itself, which is a fragile and capricious thing. The best solution will appeal to glaziers who have experience with similar material. But, if you try, you can drill holes in the mirror yourself. And fasteners are sold at any hardware store.
Installation highlights:
- Using diamond drills, you need to drill holes in the mirror.
- The product must be cooled slightly during the drilling process, otherwise it may crack.
- "Plasticine bath", filled with water and fixed in place of the alleged hole - a good option cooling at home.
- Drilling is carried out with great care, it is necessary to control the amount of liquid in the bath, add it as it decreases.
- In some cases, experts recommend stopping the process and dripping turpentine onto the drilling site.
- Finished holes are carefully cleaned and rounded with sandpaper.
- After the hole is completely ready, fasteners are screwed to it and a decorative plug is installed.
- The mirror can be hung on the wall.
We hang on drywall
In order to hang a mirror on a drywall surface, you need to purchase such hardware as a butterfly dowel, with longitudinal ribs that securely fix the object. These fasteners have a locking collar that prevents the hardware from falling into the drilled hole. With the help of a dowel-butterfly, you can mount mirrors weighing up to 25 kg.
If the mirror weighs more than 25 kg, then you will have to strengthen the plasterboard wall itself from the inside or outside. Most often used for this plywood sheets. Further, everything is performed according to the above algorithm.
PVC panel installation
The room, finished with PVC panels, requires pre-training walls for mirrors. Installation highlights:
- In the place where you plan to hang the mirror, you need to make a crate with additional details, on which the piece of furniture will be mounted using fasteners.
- A light mirror can be glued to the panel using double-sided tape or liquid nails.
- You can drill a hole up to the wall if there is a small space between the base and the panels.
Types of fasteners
Special pendants for mirrors are often used, which are also an original decor element for an urban or techno room. Pendants, or brackets, are divided into side and straight, they are chrome-plated, transparent and wooden.
Key points for using straight braces:
- It is necessary to mark the bottom line where the brackets will be attached.
- The mirror is inserted into the grooves.
- The design is attached and fixed at the top.
- The mirror is tightly clamped in brackets that are attached to the surface of the base.
There are many options for mounting mirrors on aluminum profiles, fishing line, chrome fasteners, as well as ways to hang a mirror in the apartment. Almost all of them are accessible to an inexperienced person.
- Mirrors should not be installed in a dimly lit room.
- If straight lines fall on the mirror Sun rays, it will quickly fade and lose its reflective properties.
- In the bathroom, it is better to hang a mirror made of moisture-resistant material. And do not install it close to the surface of the wall.
- Mirrors hung in small but well-lit rooms visually enlarge the space.
- If the owner of the apartment wants to visually increase the height of the room or its length, he should hang an oval mirror on the wall.
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The master will tell you how to hang a mirror on hinges:
