Mirrors

Which mirror to choose and buy for my interior decoration?

Like your lights, the mirror is a pillar of your interior decoration. This accessory is valuable to create a visual depth effect and complete a thematic arrangement, whether modern, creative, retro or chic. The light, natural or artificial, is reflected in it and reflects in the room in order to give even more radiance to your home. Buy a mirror So don't be done on a whim.

The mirror: a decorative and functional accessory

Why buy a mirror for your interior? This everyday object is not content to send you your image before leaving your home. It generally displays a design directly related to your personal style. If you have an artist's soul, your mirror will take unexpected forms in order to create trompe-l'oeil effects of the most beautiful effect. On the contrary, if your interior is sober and refined, your mirror will adopt a sleek as well as very elegant. More than a functional accessory, it is today an essential object in decoration.

What main types of mirror do you find in the Silumen catalog?

If you are in full quest for a cheap, functional mirror that looks like you, you are likely to find your happiness among the many models offered. And for good reason, Silumen presents a Large panel of mirrors, adapted to all circumstances.

Bathroom mirrors

At each room, its constraints. The bathroom is by far the most difficult place to decorate, in all homes. You have to juggle between the style of an object, its functionality, but also its resistance to humidity. The best mirror is therefore the one who turns out to be able to meet all these challenges. It is clear that few accessories present in this room leaves you such creative freedom. THE Bathroom mirror You welcome you every day to prepare for a new day, or for an important evening. But even more, it brings the final touch to your decoration and remains as new.

Foot mirrors

Buying a foot mirror is an important step. Often placed in the room or dressing room, the standing does not need to face large constraints. Its role is more to offer you a default reflection. A standing model is generally used to have an overview of an outfit, as you would in the fitting rooms of a department store.

Wall mirrors

Classic, practical and multiple styles, the wall format is ideal. As a cheap mirror, it is the most popular. With the wall mirrors, you can create sympathetic strong effects. Alone or in the center of a skilfully choreographed composition, the wall mirror offers infinite possibilities. This type of accessory is also highly recommended to fill an empty space, in a cramped place.

LED mirrors

When technology gets involved, you just have one thing to do, let yourself be carried away by the magic of the moment and appreciate the many options of this product. Unlike appearances, the LED mirror Incredibly attractive. It is probably for this reason that it is often announced as the Best market mirror. With it, you have fully modular integrated lighting. This option is particularly appreciable when making perfect makeup.

Design mirrors

By their nature centered on originality and aesthetics, Design mirrors The main vocation, to improve the decoration of the part of your choice. Placed in a corridor, a bedroom, an office or simply in your living room, they are there to create an inimitable style. With a simple accessory of this type, you are able to completely transform the atmosphere of a room. Extraordinary size, unusual shape or created from materials such as rattan, you are in possession of an extraordinary decorative object.

Magnifying mirrors

Buying a mirror does not always have a decorative function. In the case of a magnifying mirror, the goal is quite different: a functional role above all. Eyebrowing of eyebrows, the application of a mask, the installation of contact lenses and makeup, all these daily acts are greatly facilitated as soon as a magnifying mirror is used. Whether you have vision problems or not, this product can really improve your comfort. To you the hunt for the least little black point, to you the makeup worthy of the biggest stars!

Mirrors with storage

We have already mentioned the multifunction side of modern mirrors, but what would you say if, in addition, you have a storage space? Here is a model that may well place itself as the best mirror in your eyes. THE Mirror with storage is always functional. Its design is neat up to the smallest detail. It is solid, aesthetic and easy to use. Firmly placed on a perfectly stable base, it contains very practical storage spaces. Women like to store their favorite products, cream or hair accessories. Men, on the other hand, readily deposit a moisturizing product, their lenses and the lotion that accompanies them.

Swivel mirrors

Why opt for a swivel mirror ? Its function is to facilitate the delicate stage of makeup, as well as that as tedious of hairstyle. It is no coincidence that furniture intended for beauty, especially period hairdressers, have three mirrors. This multiple view allows you to benefit from an overview of the face and hair. Based on this principle, current swivel mirrors offer you a fluid movement, in order to follow each of your gestures. At the end of the operation, you can still ask him to rotate in order to ensure the perfection of your realization.

What form of mirror to choose?

Faced with all the features today available, it seems a little vain to evoke the final shape of your mirror. However, this criterion can radically change the visual rendering after installing your cheap mirror.

The round mirror

Buying a round mirror is often motivated by a desire to bring a touch of sweetness in a room. It is also this precise type of mirror that is frequently found in a child's room. Colorful or not, with its round shape, it inevitably evokes delicacy and dream. THE round mirror is therefore perfect for Zen, sober, refined interiors, where calm and serenity reigns.

The square mirror

The square mirror has a more fun connotation. It has a dynamic, original look and at the same time, and can blend into all types of interior decor. He usually sits in the living room, between two furniture or near a vase of flowers. The bedroom is a playground that he appreciates just as much. Above a bedside table, near the front door, alongside your favorite books, the options are numerous. Associated with the right bedside lamp or placed near a spot, it allows you to play with the light effects, thus making the room even more alive and pleasant.

The rectangular mirror

In a rectangular form, the mirror is more traditional. It welcomes your visitors to the entrance hall, enlarging this small space often missing space. In a corridor, the rectangular mirror Allows you to create volume and bring a little clarity. Surrounded by plants, it is of the most beautiful effect. The rectangular form, however, suggests a generous format. So be sure to choose the place of installation accordingly. By diverting its basic use somewhat, this format can be interesting in a child's room, provided of course that you are not afraid of its frequent maintenance. The youngest love to play with their reflection. As a teenager, the rectangular mirror generally receives a most favorable reception, just like the mirror on foot.

The sun mirror

With its very original shape, the Sun mirror model is highly appreciated for its vintage and rural appearance. Usually bought for a bathroom decoration, it is not uncommon to cross the Sun mirror In a kitchen or near a window. Instinctively, he finds his place above a sink or a dresser. More broadly, a sun form fits into a decoration whose country is the countryside, the sea or simply exotic.

What mirror format to choose?

In addition to the shape of your cheap mirror, it is advisable to pay particular attention to the latter's format. Indeed, according to the Selected mirror size, the rendering is not at all the same.

The little mirror

A reduced size is recommended in two specific circumstances. The first being of course the lack of space. A mirror too large quickly hooked a small room or a dressing room with modest dimensions. The second option is that of the composition. Choose a small format mirror Allows you to create an ingenious painting of reflection and brightness. A final tip is to fix it near the front door. In this way, you can always take a last look at your pace before leaving your home.

The big mirror

A generous format opens almost endless perspectives. The great mirrors have the function of returning the ambient brightness and giving an impression of large volume. If you are looking to improve the brightness of a room, place this mirror in front of a window or strategically close to ambient lighting. On the contrary, if the goal is to enlarge the space, the imposing rectangular models are your best choice.

How to use the decoration mirror?

Are you the happy owner of a cheap mirror and fear to make a mistake by positioning it in the wrong place? Do not panic, there are some simple rules to follow to avoid odd. First, avoid choosing a location located just in front of your front door. This choice is ideal for making some good frights! Your guests also want to discover your interior as soon as they arrive. They don't necessarily want to admire themselves at first.

Orientation is another factor not to be overlooked. In a vertical position, a mirror gives a high ceiling look to a modest room. If your walls are desperately narrow, opt for a horizontal position. This little tip allows you to create a trompe-l'oeil. Under these conditions, the wall seems slightly larger. Whether in the children's room or your own office, be careful, once again on the location of your mirror. If your gaze is attracted to the latter, it is a safe bet that you will regularly lose your concentration capacity.

As a family, take into account the size of each member who composes it. Everyone, especially in the bathroom, must be able to access their reflection without making insane acrobatics. Finally, standing mirrors, although they are often slightly tilted, should be used perfectly straight. This style effect is likely to distort your silhouette, and therefore to create unjustified complexes.

Where to install a mirror?

Buying a mirror is actually a great adventure, in terms of interior decoration. You can use it, literally, in all rooms in your home. However, you do not place it in the same way in a living room or bathroom. here are the Different possibilities for installing a mirror in the house.

The decorative mirror in the living room

In the living room, your accessory has several functions. It must return sufficient brightness, improve your decor, but also reflect the face of the whole family as well as your guests. It is in this respect that it is important to fix it at 1.50 m from the ground. The basis of the frame should never be lower. If unfortunately he came to damage himself, do not keep it, replace it. An altered image can really affect your morale, as well as that of all those around you.

A wall decoration mirror

The purchase of a wall mirror is always exciting because it will come to embellish your interior. When placed on the wall, always measure the height carefully. The ideal being to fix it between 1.50 m and 1.70 m. Also check that it is perfectly vertical. Apart from these basic precautions, you can choose a free location: above your sofa, between two shelves, opposite a window, near the front door, etc.

A decoration with mirror in the bedroom

THE Best mirror for a room is a mirror that does not interfere with your sleep. The latter can indeed be disturbed by an incessant reflection, perceived each time your eyelids open. To avoid this harmful effect, place your accessory just above the headboard. Thus, when entering the room, you always have an appreciable impression of magnitude. If you are lucky enough to have a dressing room, the final place is found.

The conditions are different in a young child's room, because playing with his reflection will push the baby to awakening, curiosity and exploration. He will be a player and enjoy interacting with his image. The goal is to encourage him to discover himself and have fun. Growing up, he will choose his outfits carefully, take pleasure in disguising himself, will save himself in self -confidence and spend a lot of time laughing in front of his reflection.

In the entrance

Find the perfect cheap mirror for your entry is very rewarding. There is no doubt that you will be impatient to fix it in your entrance, this space so difficult to decorate. With the exception of the location facing the door, you can absolutely allow yourself everything: on a closet door, along a wall devoid of accessories, near the coat rack, on a second interior door, near a piece of furniture bearing some flowers and a pretty lighting, etc. Just let your creativity speak!

How to hang a mirror?

Several options are available to you, when hanging this best mirror that has convinced you to buy it. If it is small, approach it as a simple photo frame:

• Hold your mirror with your hands, against wall, to determine the ideal position.
• Draw benchmarks in pencil.
• Pour one or more holes according to your needs.
• Insert an ankle into each drilled hole.
• Add a screw or a hook.
• Hang your mirror.

For the heaviest and most imposing models, the Method to hang the mirror is a little more complex. Start by weighing the object to determine the best medium to use. Without a frame and displaying a moderate weight, your mirror can benefit from the support of ice legs. You will see, their pose is very simple. They attach to the wall using ankles and screws. It is on this support that you will place your new decorative accessory. The heaviest imposing models need a suitable fixing rail. In this way, the weight is fairly distributed and the wall does not suffer from this imposed load.

How to clean a mirror?

When buying a mirror, the question of his interview does not necessarily come to the mind of the buyer. However, the latter does not clean as a traditional window. If you opt for a classic glass cleaner product, you will end unwanted traces, but you will create other just as unsightly. Indefinable halos will persist on the surface and you will not get rid of it. The problem with this type of product is that it leaves a fatty residue on the surface. On a single window, this residue generally evaporates quickly. This is not the case on a mirror. here are some Simple tips to keep your mirror in perfect condition.

White vinegar

Natural, cheap and easy to use, white vinegar is often presented as a miracle solution. It is quite close to reality. Before going to the cleaning stage strictly speaking, take a container of your choice and pour your white vinegar in sufficient quantity. To obtain a pleasant product to use, add a few drops of essential oil. The perfume is left to your free appreciation. After the application, the perfume chosen persists around the object. Mix well and generously sprinkle your support. Bring a soft, microfiber type and rubbing, taking care not to press too much. The movement of your hand must be regular. Proceed by circle until I obtain an immaculate surface.

Newspaper

You surely have the impression that this is a grandmother's tip and you are completely right. This solution works very well. To carry out the maintenance operation, you therefore need newspaper that you dip in a little vinegar water. Please note, the water must be hot to obtain a perfect result.

Lemon juice

In the field of very effective natural products, lemon has largely proven itself. Like white vinegar, lemon is excellent for degrading a reflective surface. It also has the enormous advantage of being able to strip many spots. Before applying it on your mirror, take care to mix your lemon juice with water. The latter must indeed be well diluted. You must also dust the surface before spraying it. Use a first soft cloth to apply your solution and a perfect second to wipe.

For the frame, everything will depend on the material used. In the presence of plastic, a simple slightly damp soft cloth removes dust, traces and possible stains. Wood always requires a greater treatment, because it must be nourished and waxed, so that it remains as new. Finally, metallic frames must be maintained with specific products which prevent them from rusting and restores their shine.