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Mirror, my mirror, how to use it in your decoration? This is a question that must have crossed your mind. Framed or unframed, alone or with a mosaic, in a modern style or with a vintage look, the mirror is a joker piece and one of the few accessories that has unanimity in architecture because it goes with everything and with all styles of environments, regardless of size, color, or texture."Mirrors are used to reflect images. Traditionally, they were only used in bathrooms, but today they are gaining space in all environments. In decoration, they show nobility and bring depth. When used with frames, they become highlight pieces in any environment", reveals the architect and director of Hamabi Arquitetura, Elton Carlos.
How to use mirrors as a decorative resource
For those who prefer a more vintage look, circular or oval mirrors and even those more retro models help to compose the look.architect.
When the subject is harmony, there are no rules. Here, imagination is the limit, but, of course, without leaving moderation aside when it comes to combining: "Use the same style references. For a more classic decoration, choose mirrors with golden frames, carved in noble wood or large and supported. In spaces with contemporary decoration, there are several models of frames, with all formatsUse your imagination and try to be critical to harmonize the spaces in your residence," points out Elton.
The same goes for a composition between several mirrors. The creation is free, but it is good to think about a pattern: opt for a single color in the frames or don't repeat the mirror shapes. "The mirror mix becomes very interesting when you can control the effects, such as amplitude, the break or not of a reflected image", says architect Líame Jappour.
Mirrors are easily found in decoration or glass stores, and also on the web, where there are plenty of options to please all tastes. For the accessory to give the touch you are looking for in your decoration, it is important to take into account two points: frame, if any, and dimension.
Check out how to use framed and unframed mirrors for decoration and, in the gallery, find beautiful models for sale online.
Frameless mirrors
Mirrors that do not require frames make any room look more modern and uncluttered. Ideal for small places, the model that is attached to the wall is the favorite among designers and architects.
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When used on an entire wall (as ceiling to floor covering) or on part of two walls, which form one corner of the room, they break the monotony, expand the space, and increase clarity. This model can replace wallpaper and should reflect a landscape or a beautiful part of the house.
Framed Mirrors
When framed, the mirrors are like a painting and even gain the status of a work of art, with the touch of refinement that they confer to the environment. Models with more elaborate frames, in wood or iron, go well in forgotten corners of the house. They can be hung on top of a sideboard in the foyer, resting on the floor and leaning against the wall or even combined in a mix of mirrors - it isIt is possible to create different compositions according to your style.
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If the idea is to put it on the wall, the most traditional options include hanging it as a picture or applying it to the entire wall to give it more amplitude. The accessory can also be placed against the wall and slightly inclined, for more stripped styles. Another option is to createa mosaic composition using various mirror shapes to give movement to the decoration. mirror within mirror through overlapping pieces or with a mirrored frame.
Get inspired by these decoration ideas with mirrors
There are several options of mirrors on the market - round, square, oval, rectangular, cutout, framed and unframed - and several ways to apply them in your decoration: on the entire wall or just a part of it, against the floor, combined with other mirrors, in pairs. With so many possibilities available to transform your home decor, it's time to choose the ideal model to complete your decoration.composition can be a difficult task, but with a wide selection of inspirations, everything becomes easier!
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All the ideas in the gallery of images can be put into practice in any room of the house, respecting only the dimensions according to the size available in each room and taking your goal as a guide. If you want to make a room bigger, it is worth investing in larger mirrors that occupy an entire wall. If the idea is to highlight only one point and bring more light, theTo achieve the opposite effect, reducing space, invest in mirrors with many divisions.
The mirrors for each type of environment
Each room of the house has its own characteristics and deserves a different look when it comes time to think about the decoration. Smaller spaces, such as bathrooms, for example, should be considered when choosing the size of the mirror. Larger spaces, such as living rooms and bedrooms, depending on the dimensions, already offer more options for larger mirrors or even bolder combinations with a mix of frames or colors.Below are the recommendations for each type of environment.
In rooms
The use of mirrors in the living room, whether dining room, living room or TV room, adds value to the environment. This is where whole walls are used more often when decorating. In the first space, depending on the positioning, you can create a game of images that enlarges the size of the table and even multiplies the number of seats, making the room bigger than it really is.mirrors behind furniture, such as sideboards, sofas, or at the bottom of niches, enriching the decoration.
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The architect from Studio Cali gives another idea: "use the mirror to integrate a landscape from the outside to the inside. When positioning the mirror, pay attention to the reflection that will make sense to you". Avoid excess reflections to not overload and call a professional to do the installation, which depends on the thickness of the glass and the base.
In the rooms
The use of mirrors in the bedroom amplifies the environment, besides being super practical for the day-to-day when it's time to put on make-up, change clothes, or put the finishing touch on your hair. It is highly recommended to decorate the closet doors, especially for small spaces: "Besides giving amplitude to the environment, the mirror has the necessary function of reflecting the whole body, very useful when it's time to get dressed",However, here is a caveat: avoid mirrors facing the bed: they can create discomfort at bedtime.
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Another option that adds elegance to the environment is a set of mirrored strips over the headboard, a good way to gain amplitude without causing discomfort. Remember to take into account what will be reflected before choosing the location.
In the bathrooms
If the space is large and has two sinks, it's worth investing in a larger mirror that covers the entire wall from the counter to the ceiling. For a more romantic look, a good choice is a frame with dressing room lights.
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The traditional models hanging on the wall can also come with a worked frame or with a beveled detail, which works like a low relief border with beveled edges and different angles.This can be a wall covering or framed," suggests Líame.
Advantages and disadvantages of decorative mirrors
The first thing to be considered is what is being reflected and how it is being reflected.Its dimensions must be proportional to the decoration. Avoid excesses and materials that are difficult to clean. If the place is humid, it is worth an extra look for the sealing. If there is a lot of circulation, choose another place so that accidents don't happen", explains Elton Carlos.
Advantages of using mirrors in decoration
Despite the points to avoid, using mirrors in decorating has as its main advantage the effect of amplifying the environment. Check out this and other benefits below:
- Amplitude: One of the biggest advantages of decorative mirrors lies in their power to enlarge any environment, creating the illusion that spaces are larger than they appear.
- Luminosity: Another great benefit is the ability to brighten up environments, bringing more light into the home.
- Appreciation: With the application of sophisticated frames, taking into account the decorative format and size, the decoration is enhanced and the environment gains an air of refinement. It is like a painting, which can reflect the beautiful view from a window, ornament and fill walls. In addition, the mirrors can also hide imperfections in the walls.
- Maintenance: Cleaning is very easy. Before applying any product, remove all the dust from the mirror with a dry cloth. Then spray some glass cleaner on the cloth and apply it to the piece. Choose a quality brand to avoid stains.
Architect Líame Jappour adds that the use of mirrors can create an identity for the environment: "In spaces considered to have no identity, the use of decorative mirrors draws attention and turns the place into a highlight of your home," she says.
Disadvantages of decorative mirrors
The use of mirrors has more advantages than disadvantages in decoration, fortunately, because it only doesn't bring benefits if it is misaligned and doesn't harmonize with the rest of the house. That's why it's good to look for references or, if you prefer, to consult an architect or an interior designer to outline a project. One of the biggest disadvantages is its fragility:
- Fragility: One of the biggest disadvantages of the mirrors is handling. As the accessory is fragile, an eventual breakage requires the replacement of the entire piece. In homes with children, it is worth analyzing the place where it will be installed.
- Excesses: When poorly positioned and in an environment with many decorative objects, the mirror can reflect too much illumination, besides overloading the room and causing a sensation of discomfort.
- Location: The choice of the wall where the mirror will be placed is very important, since humidity can damage it, depending on the material, such as a silver frame, for example. To avoid flaws, it must match the rest of the decoration.
The excess of mirrors can eliminate the environment's identity, because, as the architect explains, "it leaves aside the air of exclusivity and takes away the highlight of a certain environment to become a standard covering, which is not advisable". Elton Carlos, from Hamabi Arquitetura, complements: "its use must always be aggregated to a goal".
Although there is no specific rule for the use of mirrors in decoration, the planning of the environment can make all the difference in the aesthetic result. The choice of style, size, models and colors must be in harmony with all the elements that compose the visual: "Use common sense, creativity and search for references of use in the media, so you can have a decoration tailored to your style. Mirrorsare beautiful, intriguing, and fundamental pieces in any environment," concludes Líame Jappour, from Studio Cali.
