How To Make A Frame For A Floor Mirror

Discover how easy it is to make diy mirror frame for a floor length mirror.

How to make a frame for a floor mirror.

I had originally thought i was going to go with a more detailed trim to frame out the mirror but after i checked cost on the trim i wanted to use my mirror was big and reconsidering i decided to go with a more basic clean look. The overall size of the mirror with the frame i. This frameless mirror was a freebie from a friend of mine who was moving and did not want to take it with her. I am always looking to update my home make it as fancy and custom as possible.

I decided to make a leaning mirror instead of buying. This diy mirror frame only adds 25 in price to the 50 mirror. Press onto the mirror or wall and use a level to make sure the frame is straight. Some scrap wood and trim were added to this floor mirror.

Secure with painter s tape. Measure the thickness of the mirror and the bottom track if any. 1 x 2 wood board cut to a 4 length 3 3. Framed mirrors wall mounted or freestanding can be spendy items on a remodel list.

Diy mirror frame for the bathroom. In order for the frame to mount flush against the wall a notch must be cut into the backside of the frame pieces. Without breaking the bank. You can stick within your budget by creating a wood.

I browsed the wood and trim aisles of home depot and picked out a primed 1 4 inch trim board. Add barn wood for a farmhouse style white moulding for a modern look or etched wood for a more formal look. The deeper of the two will be the depth of the notch. How to make a frame directly on a mirror with molding.

Whether you have an old mirror or buy one of those chep o kind adding a frame will make a statement. I could have gone. Repeat the process adding the two side pieces and finishing with the top. 3 1 x 4 x8 pieces of faux barnwood from home depot.

A frame gives the mirror weight and enhances the room s style. A 3 x 5 mirror with a frame was over 300 not to mention it wasn t exactly the style we wanted. Leaning floor mirrors a floor mirror adds a nice element in a space and can decorate a wall or corner nicely. Once your frame dimensions are known cut the four sides 1 longer than that final size.