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April 11, 2009
Posted by: Cathy at 6:54 pm
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I love decorating with framed mirrors. I like to think of them as functional wall sculpture as well as mirrors. They always make a large, interesting, artistic statement and are sometimes easier to mesh into the interior, than having to commit to, and find a specific piece of painted art. Mirrors work in any room because they project the colors, style and feel of the room, just through viewing their reflection of the space. Mirrors are not only aesthetically appealing, they are a space enhancer, and reflect and bounce light around in darker rooms. They open up a space, add depth and a bit of sparkle as well. If you like mirrors, here are a few things you might consider when decorating with them…
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Think large scale, buy mirrors larger than you think. They seem to shrink and look smaller when hung on a big wall.- Look for artistically framed and interesting shapes…round, square, octagonal, convex, carved, free-forms, sunbursts, and faceted. They add interest and act as interactive art on the wall.
- Hang them over fireplaces, in stair landings, above consoles, buffets, sideboards, dressers, in hallways, over bedside tables, over sofas, etc.
Lean large tall mirrors from the floor (secure to wall with small children). These look dramatic and sculptural.- Be aware of what the mirror reflects.
- Hang a large mirror on the opposite wall of the windows to reflect light back into the room.
- Hang 3 or more smaller, same mirrors, symmetrically one over the other, to fill a tall/large wall. They will be easier to handle and hang than one very large heavy mirror, but still have the same impact.
Hang a large mirror behind a piano, so people in the room can view the pianist while playing.- Yes you can use more than one mirror in a room. Vary the size, shape and style, unless they are meant to be a grouping.
- Mixers with mirrors might be…2 light sconces, hardwired or candle, 2 or more pieces of smaller art on either side, shelf sconces with plates, florals, vases or candlesticks on them, tall topiaries on either side.
- Don’t match mirrors to the furniture piece below it. Mix up the finishes for interest and excitement.
- Don’t hang them too high. Let them interact with the room and the movement in there.
Mirrors are magical for the life and energy they bring to a room. Don’t skimp on size or underestimate the design statement they can make. They are a true “reflection” of your good taste and style.
Do you love mirrors, like I do? How have you used them? Love to hear any ideas or “mirrorly” your thoughts!
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1. Can you ladies help me find this picture? I live in Michigan they are sold out here. I have attached a picture of the mirror. The cost of the mirror is $79.99. The frame may be different from store to store. That is OK. Also some stores had the mirror for $249.00. Any help would be greatlt appreciated.
Thank you.
by Josie — 4/14/09 at 3:37 pm #
2. I wanted a collage of mirrors in my long, narrow entry hall to add interest and depth to the space. I couldn’t find a nice variety of inexpensive mirrors, so I selected a variety of picture frames from Home Goods and Marshalls, then I took them to the local glass store and had mirrors cut for them (about $5 each).
by Betty — 4/16/09 at 5:15 pm #
3. thanks for your suggestions on mirrors ..
what do you use to hang large and heavy mirrors on walls;
where can I find the proper tools to do so?
thanks!
by katherine — 4/17/09 at 10:12 am #
4. Hello Betty,
What a brilliant idea !! You guys are always thinking! That’s a great one. You can find frames you really like or use old ones you have around the house and paint them all one color to unify the grouping. Love that idea, thanks for sharing it.
Drop back soon.
by Cathy — 4/17/09 at 2:46 pm #
5. Hi Katherine,
Large heavy mirrors are a two-man (or woman) job. If at all possible, hang heavy mirrors in a stud in the wall. Use a predrilled hole to … a heavy … into the stud and hang the mirror. If placement of the mirror is not over a stud, use Molly bolts or Toggle bolts (follow their instructions). If the mirror is a monster…hang interlocking wood cleats or hanging strips. One on the mirror and one on the wall onto studs to lock the mirror in place. For more in depth information, Google “How to hang heavy mirrors” and they’ll hook you up (no pun intended).
Most mirror hanging tools and hardware can be purchased at large hardware stores.
Thanks for your great question. Happy hanging!
by Cathy — 4/17/09 at 3:02 pm #
6. Hi Josie,
Thanks for submitting a comment to Openhouse, the HomeGoods blog.
We understand that you have been trying to locate a picture. As an off price retailer, we make every effort to keep our prices low, and our costs down, so that we can pass these savings on to our customers. For this reason, we do not provide a service of tracking merchandise, In addition, we do not have the privilege of ordering specific merchandise from our vendors. To locate the picture, we suggest that you continue to check with the stores in your area directly. We would be happy to provide you with store locations in your area. If you would like a store list, please call our Customer Service Department directly at 1-800-888-0776.
Thank you,
Jessica
HomeGoods Customer Service
by HomeGoods Customer Service — 4/20/09 at 11:02 am #
7. just added a new bathroom in basement,would like to know how
would it look with a buffet, with a large horizontal mirror, then
put a sullivan clear bar stool .
by wanda — 4/25/09 at 10:33 pm #
8. Hello Wanda,
How nice to have a new bathroom. Are you asking about adding a buffet as a vanity with a large mirror above it? I think that would look great. Many furniture pieces are being used in the bathroom and converted into vanities. Your addition of the contemporary bar stool sounds interesting, but why not?? It sounds like you have a creative plan and that’s what design is all about. I say go for it!!
by Cathy — 4/27/09 at 12:44 pm #
9. Mirrors are great! I’ve collected them for many years. When you see a mirror that you like (and aren’t necessarily on the “mirror search”), buy it anyway. I’m very glad someone shares my passion with them enough to state that more than one can be hung in the same room. I recently updated my hall bath by adding curtains around the “pocket door”, and placing lots of various mirrors on the walls (instead of pictures). Boy, what a transformation! And I already had all of them too! My next mirror project is to purchase a large long mirror and stand it up-I think that is a fantastic designer touch!
by Debbie — 5/23/09 at 9:32 am #
10. I like your style Debbie!
You’re not afraid to try things, and look how great they turn out. I’m with you about buying a mirror if you see one you love. They go anywhere and enhance and reflect the space they hang in. Enjoy all of your great projects and your talent for decorating. There’s nothing more rewarding.
Stop back soon.
by Cathy — 5/26/09 at 2:42 pm #
11. I’ve been to both Home Goods in Tampa, Fla. last night in fact, and neither store had a good selection of mirrors. I’m trying to wait for the store to restock as I’m in need of 2 mirrors. thanks margaret
by margaret — 5/28/09 at 12:19 pm #
12. Would you ladies be kind enough to help me find a mirror Item# 034133 cost is $149.99 dls, I have 3 and need one more for my beauty salon. I much appreciate your help.
From San Jose, California
Veronica
by Veronica — 6/15/09 at 3:26 pm #
13. Hi Veronica,
Thank you for your comment on the HomeGoods Openhouse Blog.
We understand that you have been trying to locate a mirror. As an off-price retailer, we make every effort to keep our prices low, and our costs down, so that we can pass these savings on to our customers. For this reason, we do not provide a service of tracking merchandise. In addition, we do not have the privilege of ordering specific merchandise from our vendors. To locate the mirror, we suggest that you continue to check with the stores in your area directly. To find a store near you, simply go to the “Find A HomeGoods” icon on the home page of our web site. Or, if you would like a store list, please e-mail us back, or call our Customer Service Department directly at 1-800-888-0776, and we’d be happy to assist you.
Sincerely,
Jessica
HomeGoods Customer Service
by HomeGoods Customer Service — 6/16/09 at 9:47 am #
14. I am looking for a miirror that I saw a few weeks ago and now I can’t find it. It’s 72″ tall and about 36″ wide. It came two tones (one with a gold frame and one with a silver frame) There are 5 rows of wood beads going all the way around the inside of the frame. Has anyone seen this mirror in gold? I live in Northern New Jersey.
by carol — 6/29/09 at 1:10 pm #
15. Hi Carol,
Thanks for submitting a comment to Openhouse, the new HomeGoods blog.
We understand that you have been trying to locate a mirror. As an off price retailer, we make every effort to keep our prices low, and our costs down, so that we can pass these savings on to our customers. For this reason, we do not provide a service of tracking merchandise, In addition, we do not have the privilege of ordering specific merchandise from our vendors. To locate the mirror, we suggest that you continue to check with the stores in your area directly. We would be happy to provide you with store locations in your area. If you would like a store list, please call our Customer Service Department directly at 1-800-888-0776.
Thank you,
Jessica
HomeGoods Customer Service
by HomeGoods Customer Service — 6/29/09 at 4:40 pm #
16. I’m looking for a large leaner mirror that was in the Ashburn, VA store…it sold for $300, the frame was beautiful! I was carved wood with a beautiful design. I’m not sure where it was from or where to get it! I really loved it and I am kicking myself for not just purching it! If you know where I can get it please let me know…..Thank you so very much.
by Michele — 7/21/09 at 7:40 am #
17. Hi Michele,
Thanks for submitting a comment to Openhouse, the new HomeGoods blog.
We understand that you have been trying to locate a mirror. As an off price retailer, we make every effort to keep our prices low, and our costs down, so that we can pass these savings on to our customers. For this reason, we do not provide a service of tracking merchandise, In addition, we do not have the privilege of ordering specific merchandise from our vendors. To locate the mirror, we suggest that you continue to check with the stores in your area directly. We would be happy to provide you with store locations in your area. If you would like a store list, please call our Customer Service Department directly at 1-800-888-0776.
Thank you,
Jessica
HomeGoods Customer Service
by HomeGoods Customer Service — 7/27/09 at 3:30 pm #
18. I love the header picture on this site. Can you tell me the size of the mirror and the width of the buffet.
by Madison — 9/1/09 at 11:09 pm #
19. Hello Madison,
I’m glad you like the picture. The room was very nice in person. I don’t have the exact measurements but both pieces were fairly large scale. The buffet was in the range of 64″ wide and the large beautiful mirror was close to 48″ in diameter. It made the artistic statement in the room and a beautiful focal point.
Thanks for asking.
by Cathy — 9/2/09 at 12:09 pm #
20. Hi Cathy,
I’ve been thinking about hanging 2 frameless 22×28 mirrors above my nightstands (one on each side) I have a lamp on each stand and a 4 poster bed. What do you think? Do you think I should get a bigger mirror? I actually don’t have much wall space. I just think the mirrors would help reflect light and open up the room.
by marlynn — 10/17/09 at 7:30 pm #
21. Hi Marlynn,
Mirrors above nightstands look great. They add interest/drama to the wall, bounce light and open up the space. But don’t skimp on the size. I like to say, “if you’re going to make a statement, don’t whisper”. Since you don’t have much space, use the vertical area above the chests to hang tall mirrors. You could go with your 22″-28″ width but go at least 3 1/2′- 4 1/2′ in height. Especially nice with the vertical line of your 4 poster bed. Think tall and scale up.
It will look great. Enjoy.
by Cathy — 10/19/09 at 11:44 am #
22. Thank you Cathy. You give great advise!!! I will get a frameless one from ZGallerie, It’s 24×36.
by marlynn — 10/20/09 at 6:10 pm #
23. Thanks so much Marlynn, Your mirrors sound great and will look great!!
by Cathy — 10/21/09 at 11:42 am #
24. Looking for a large 48″ round off white wooden framed mirror, saw one once in a magazine that was a take off on an English Regency Mirror with many round balls around the interior of the frame, no eagle or leaves, just clean simple lines and huge.
Any help tracking this down will be appreciated. Thanks
by Mary — 7/13/10 at 7:04 am #
25. I love the look of a painting, ornament, lighting fixture, or even another mirror hung on (or through?) a large mirror. Usually, the large mirror covers an entire section of wall, (over a mantle, between bookcases, etc.) and a framed ornament of some kind is hung seemingly on the large mirror. How is this done? I assume the larger mirror has a hole cut in it or something???
by Laura — 8/23/10 at 8:17 pm #
26. Hello Laura,
Yes, layered mirror applications are a great look. Very chic and dramatic. They can be a little tricky of you want to hardwire sconces through them. The openings for the wires have to be predrilled and cut before the installation of the mirror. Which means accurate measurements. But, they look beautiful with the added light and fixture reflection. They only should be done by a professional.
You can “hang” other accents from mirrors. Candle sconces, small shelves, plates, small pictures etc. can be glued right on the mirror with an adhesive especially made to adhere to mirror. But this is pretty permanent and may ruin the mirror if you want to remove them.
For larger, heavier art, mirrors over mirror, metal work etc, you can hang these from strong thin cable, or heavy monofilament fiber attached to either the ceiling or crown molding. Then the mirror won’t be damaged.
Give it a try, you’ll love how it looks.
by Cathy — 8/24/10 at 12:39 pm #