Getting it right with mirrors in your home

 If you are ready to find an interior renovation contractor in Freehold NJ to shake things up in the home, then you might want to also consider the value of having more mirrors than just for the bathroom. Mirrors have been around for thousands of years. Even as long as 3000BC, people were using polished bronze as a mirror. Many modern homes have a mirror in the bathroom and sometimes in the bedroom too. Here is a look at what mirrors can do for your home whether it is just to spruce it up or whether you have a newly renovated space to decorate.

 

Take care with the quality when choosing a large mirror

When it comes to commercially made mirrors, most are made up of a pane of glass then an aluminum or silver/copper layer. When you want something of better quality look for crystal glass and something that is a minimum of 3mm in thickness. Otherwise, there is more risk of there being a deformity or in it breaking. With children in the home, it is also a good idea for you or the interior renovation contractor in Freehold NJ to choose something with splinter protection.

 

Have at least three mirrors in the home

Some people opt to just have one mirror most often in the bedroom or bathroom, but every home whatever the size should have at least three. Something in the bathroom, a full length to get ready in front of in the bedroom, and then something in the hallway. You can choose with or without a frame, the latter being better when you want to make a room feel larger and more modern looking.

 

Playing with bathroom mirrors

The type of bathroom mirror you have depends on what you will use it for. If you are putting on makeup or using it to shave you are going to want additional lighting and perhaps something that moves. Once your contractors Freehold NJ have created a dream bathroom you can make sure you choose the best mirror for your needs. It will also help the room feel larger and lighter.

 

Positioning and placing correctly

When you are hanging a larger or heavier mirror you need to ensure you choose a wall that can handle the load. Talk to your contractors Freehold NJ for their advice. You will need to choose the right dowel. Consider who will be looking into the mirror the most and their height. The center of the mirror should be at their eye level. You also want to position it so it does not reflect direct sunlight. When dealing with a full-length mirror you should be able to see yourself from head to toe in it. You cannot decide how high to hang it until you know which room it is going in and the height of the person using it. There is no point in hanging a mirror in a teen’s bedroom to your height. It is them that need it to be at their height.