Thread: mirror mirror on the wall

nope, i dont want to know if i'm the fairest of 'em all..

i want to know how best to install a couple of dance mirrors. just glue them to the wall or what? those of you who have dance studio's (at home or proper ones), how have you installed the mirrors?

thanks
Artemisia

Mirror tape on the back, plus metal clips like Nos. 277 and 288 here:
Mirror Clips, Glass Clips & Fittings
Depending on the size of the mirror, you may be able to skip the adhesive if you use several clips on the top and bottom edges, but I would not feel safe using only adhesive.

Congratulations on the new space!

Originally Posted by Zana

Mirror tape on the back, plus metal clips like Nos. 277 and 288 here:
Mirror Clips, Glass Clips & Fittings
Depending on the size of the mirror, you may be able to skip the adhesive if you use several clips on the top and bottom edges, but I would not feel safe using only adhesive.

I installed two 4' x 6' mirrors side by side, because I didn't want the hassle of transporting and installing anything larger than those dimensions. I used the clips that Zana posted above and no adhesive, but I did 3 clips on the top and bottom of each mirror. The most important thing is to make sure the clips get screwed directly into the wall studs to secure them properly.

I have unmounted plexiglass mirrors, and used mirror clips. Problem: One is installed over an outlet, and the unmounted, unglued plexiglass bends a bit, which does not make for a flattering image, instant 20 pound weight gain ;-)

Originally Posted by steffib

I have unmounted plexiglass mirrors, and used mirror clips. Problem: One is installed over an outlet, and the unmounted, unglued plexiglass bends a bit, which does not make for a flattering image, instant 20 pound weight gain ;-)

That is just plain evil!!

I bought my large mirrors from a local glass company. They are the same size as what would be in a real dance or aerobics studio. The glass company installed them for me, and put the edging trim around them.

Originally Posted by Zana

Mirror tape on the back, plus metal clips like Nos. 277 and 288 here:
Mirror Clips, Glass Clips & Fittings
Depending on the size of the mirror, you may be able to skip the adhesive if you use several clips on the top and bottom edges, but I would not feel safe using only adhesive.

Congratulations on the new space!

the ones I have are more like #318. they have a slot that slides on the screw to secure the top of the mirror - put the mirror in place and then pop the clip down.

be sure to not get bevelled edge mirrors. very annoying if you have to stand where you're looking at yourself on a 'seam'.