Designers often utilize custom frameless mirrors to create a feeling of space and brightness. A well-placed mirror boosts productivity, lifts mood, makes a space feel open, and reflects natural light into the room. Use them in bedrooms, living rooms, hallways, dining rooms, and family spaces. Following are tips and information for customizing frameless mirrors to suit your home décor.
Using Frameless Mirrors To Create Brightness And Space
There are many ways to use mirrors to make a space feel bigger and brighter. These include:
- Creating a mirrored wall: Consider covering a wall in a small space (bathroom, hallway, small bedroom, home office, etc.) with custom bevelled-edged or polished mirrored glass. An extra-large mirror complements any style while helping a room seem bigger.
- Installing a horizontal mirror: Large rectangular custom frameless mirrors make a wall look larger, creating the illusion of spaciousness. This technique is particularly effective when utilizing long, thin mirrors and works well in living rooms (above the couch or fireplace) and dining rooms (over the buffet).
- Pairing a custom mirror with a light source: Candles and light fixtures pair well with mirrors, adding atmosphere and dimension to a small space while bouncing light into the room. Consider placing a mirrored candle holder or a lamp in front of a hanging mirror in the dining room or living room.
- Locating a mirror near a chandelier reflects the light and makes a small dining space feel bigger. The soft lighting creates a formal and spacious feel.
- Creating mirrored cabinet fronts: Custom mirrors applied to the front face of your cabinets make a room (kitchen or dining area) look and feel bigger and reflect the surroundings.
- Creating a faux window: Placing a frameless mirror to mimic a window creates a focal point and opens a small space. It tricks your eye, making the room seem bigger. Try this in a small office, bedroom, or hallway.
- Installing a tall mirror draws the eye upward, creating a feeling of spaciousness. Use a tall mirror in an alcove or hallway to make the space feel lighter and larger while providing continuity and depth.
- Locating a mirror opposite a window creates the illusion of space. It provides a view of the outdoors and reflects natural light. Consider this placement in the living room, kitchen, or dining area.
- Enlarging the staircase: Mirrors make narrow stairs appear longer and wider. Place a custom frameless mirror on the wall (opposite the railing) to create the illusion.
- Magnify a bedroom: Install mirrors on a bedroom closet or door, creating an expansive feel. Consider a mirrored headboard for a small bedroom to create depth.
- Establishing a focal point: Align all the mirrors in a room to a designated point, creating an illusion of depth and space. This technique works well in large living and family spaces.
How House Of Mirrors And Glass Can Help
Do you want to make a small space feel brighter and larger? Are you looking for quality custom frameless mirrors for your home? Contact Calgary’s preeminent glass/mirror company, House of Mirrors & Glass. We create custom polished and bevelled edge frameless mirrors to suit your needs. Our helpful team can assist you in finding the mirror that works for your space. We’ll even install your purchase. Check out our showroom!
