The Oval and Round Mirror Store Introduces A Guide to Decorating with Wall Mirrors

Most people generally select a mirror without much thought or significance on hanging the mirror. Some walls require standout designs that double as works of art, while other spaces look best with minimal pieces that blend with interior wall colors.

To help do-it-yourself home designers add wall mirror decor to their homes, The Oval and Round Mirror Store has put together a brief, and helpful, home guide.

Spaces

Mirrors should define the spaces they are highlighting. For example, mirrors are necessary in bathrooms, bedrooms and closets. They are also useful in entryway and foyer areas for last minute hair and clothing checks.

Aesthetics

Some people may debate upon hanging artwork or mirrors, but if it is a decorative, ornate mirror, people can achieve the best of both worlds, which fuses into an artistic mirror design. Many people overlook that mirrors double as artwork, especially with ornate frames, which makes them not only budget friendly but also a practical addition to any home.

Placement

Strategically place mirrors to hang across from areas that highlight views, albeit it the view of a window, the ocean, trees or artwork. Mirrors help reflect natural light, which draws attention away from darker areas of homes. Natural lighting is far healthier for the body and eyes than artificial lighting.

Problem Solvers

Mirrors are perfect for solving common household problems, such as extending lines of sight, emphasizing views, lightening dark areas, making walls feel broader and more substantial and can also be incorporated into cabinet and backsplash designs.

Mirrored Walls

Using mirrors to mirror a wall from ceiling to floor can be exceptionally difficult and tricky. It is easier to divide the room into sections, using long rectangle mirrors on one wall, square mirrors on another wall, or even round wall mirrors to line staircases.

Furniture

There is no rule about adding mirrors to furniture. In fact, mirrored glass furniture is generally very expensive, rare and often rare works of art. Nightstands are great for reflecting light, as they make it easier to rise in the mornings as natural light gently wakens dark rooms.

Hanging Wall Mirrors

Hanging wall mirrors can be a challenge. It is important to place them at a strategic level so they reflect light, views or artwork instead of the unattractive ceiling. If considering purchasing a starburst mirror, these look best angled at higher areas, closer towards the ceiling. Always look at the opposite wall before hanging a mirror so it is obvious what the reflection is. Remember, mirrors are not about making one wall stand out, but also about what they reflect.

Best Placement

As a common decorating rule, mirrors help reflect natural light and bathe rooms in healthy light conditions.

Picture Hangers

For mirrors that look better with flush wall placement, invest in wall hangers instead of the standard wall wire, which can distort reflections.

Dining Room

When using mirrors in dining room, make sure bright glare from chandeliers does not reflect directly into the mirror. Dining should be a romantic experience, not one that feels like a sterile hospital environment.

Remove Clutter

Removing clutter does not mean getting rid of knick-knacks and accessories. People can simply replace these items throughout homes so they do not reflect multiple times in mirrors.

Color

Wall and accessory colors truly affect the feel, lighting and ambiance of rooms. When using wide mirrors, wall mirrors will intensify colors; beige, white and gray colors help bathrooms look bright and cozy, giving them an instant look of high-end glamour.

The Oval and Round Mirror Store has been in business since 1986. Working with do-it-yourself project seekers and interior decorators alike, they offer a wide selection of oval wall mirrors, rectangle wall mirrors, round wall mirrors and square wall mirrors. As an added bonus, they can also assist customers with making custom designed mirrors, which are perfect for hard to decorate spaces.

References:

http://www.myhomeideas.com/decorating/design-ideas/decorating-with-mirrors/ofie