Some objects of decor allow not only to assess their appearance, but also to decorate the surrounding space. Of course, this is a mirror. With their help, you can visually expand a small room or add more light to the interior without additional lighting. About what kind of mirrors there are and how they can be inscribed in the decor of this or that room we will tell in this article.
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Floor mirror
Mirrors are in every house, but absolutely every woman dreams of a large floor mirror. In it, she can admire the clock and evaluate her whole image. The choice of a mirror must be taken seriously. First, decide on its practical purpose, then see if it fits your design and with what elements the mirror will be combined. Pay special attention to the quality of the reflective surface. In the modern market, there are many models of mirrors, so it is difficult to choose. You need to know the main types:
- adjunct (often framed in a beautiful frame and simply attached to the wall in the room, hence the name went);
- psyche (the mirror is fixed on the axis and can have two reflecting surfaces, one of which has the property of increasing the reflection);
- on a stand (the mirror is fixed on a special stand, if the latter is equipped with wheels, the mirror can be easily moved from place to place);
- in the form of a screen (the name speaks for itself, such mirrors are used for zoning rooms).
Of course, the most spectacular is the mirror of the psyche, such items stood in the boudoir of the empresses and kings. The model will decorate the bedroom in a classic style and give it a special charm. Very effective will look a mirror suitable for its decor to the furniture. They will create a single image of the whole bedroom.
Side mirrors are the most versatile, they can be placed in the living room or in the bathroom. It is very beautiful to look like a mirror in the hallway. It can be decorated in a carved frame in the tone of furniture. The mirror will be very functional and will decorate the hallway.
Mirror on the stand can be installed in the dressing room or bedroom. It is convenient and functional. You can choose a rectangular model with a rounded top. The product has a classical frame frame and carving in the form of a floral ornament in the upper part. And the color of the aged gold is suitable for any furniture and wall and floor decoration.
If you have a small apartment or just need to separate the visual part of the room in this can help mirror - screen. This product consists of three or more wings with mirrors. It is easy to install anywhere. Thus, you will have a large mirror, which is convenient to look at and will solve the problem with zoning the room.
It should be remembered that for a classic interior it is better to choose a mirror in a wooden frame, for a modern design, frames made of metal or with illumination are suitable.
Mirror Wall
Mirrors on the walls are in every house. They are comfortable and take up little space. In their form they can be:
- square;
- rectangular;
- oval;
- round.
By design, they also differ from each other. There are models in a framed frame. Looks like a mirror is noble and expensive. You can find products with a metal edging or an image that is printed on the edge of the mirror itself. This design replaces the frame and gives the mirror an original appearance. From the whole variety of models, everyone can choose an object that is appropriate in size and shape for a particular room.
Mirror interior
All designers and decorators know perfectly well that mirrors visually increase the space around. Therefore, willingly use this technique when decorating rooms. Now you can use mirrored panels to build a mirror wall. This is a panel of plastic with a mirror coating. Their main advantage is ease and ease of installation. They can be of different shapes and sizes. So in the bedroom such panels can decorate the wall on either side of the bed. Such mirror columns with diamond-shaped segments not only increase space, but also add light to the room. They also give the bedroom a dynamic and perfectly combined with upholstery.
It is also possible to visually raise the ceiling if its center part is decorated with mirrors. This will create the effect of high ceilings and give a special chic to the room. This technique can be used in the kitchen of classical design. Reflection on the ceiling creates an interesting effect, as if you are in a looking glass.
More mirrors can decorate the wall near the stairs to the second floor. For its design, you can take mirrors of different shapes and sizes. Their frames should be in the same style and painted in the same color. After that, they need to be fixed on the wall alternating different in size mirrors between themselves.
Mirrors in the interior of the living room
The history of mirrors originates from Ancient Greece, when the water surface served as a reflecting surface. After that many centuries passed and the first mirrors began to be produced in Venice. Then they were available only to rich people. Now they are available to everyone and are widely used in interiors. Let's consider more in detail what kind of mirrors you can use when decorating a living room. Classics is the location of the mirror above the chest of drawers or a fireplace. It must be taken into account that the mirror must already be its partner. It can be supplemented with symmetrical vases or paintings located on either side of the mirror. Also will be appropriate bookcases on the sides of the fireplace. This will balance the space and create a harmonious interior.
You can also mirror a panel on one of the living room walls. This is especially useful for a small room. Here the panel can be located opposite. This will add more light and ease to the room.
Also, on the walls in the living room, you can use compositions from mirrors. You can choose mirrors of the same shape and different sizes, for example, a circle. Put them in a frame that resembles a snowflake or a sun, and hang them on a free wall. This will serve as a wonderful decoration of the room.
Mirrors in the interior of the hallway
The hallway is not only a place for storing outerwear and shoes. This is the beginning of our home. Therefore, you need to choose a mirror carefully and take into account many features of the room. If your hallway does not have a large area, a small mobile mirror, or a mirror combined with a shoe shelf or a clothes hanger, will be an excellent option.
For more accurate reflection, floor models should be purchased. Of course, they are suitable for spacious rooms. You can use more than one mirror, the main thing is that their frames are the same and combined in style with the rest of the furniture. It can be either single or built-in furniture for the hallway. Also under the mirrors you can use the free surfaces of built-in cabinets. They will help to expand the space and not load the room with additional items.
When decorating the hallway with mirrors, one should not get carried away with their quantity, otherwise the mirror-glass effect will be created and it will not be comfortable in the room. Still it is necessary to remember that the smallest mirror size should not be less than 30 * 40 cm. If you want to examine yourself by the belt, you need to choose models with dimensions of 40 * 60, and for a full-length image, get a mirror of 60 * 120 cm.
Mirror in the bedroom
The bedroom is not only a resting place, but also serves as a place where many change clothes and put themselves in order. In this room should be the atmosphere of comfort and tranquility. Therefore, many mirrors to place in the bedroom are not recommended. They are able to take away the energy of a person and instill anxiety. There are several rules for placing mirrors, which will be discussed in more detail. This item is not recommended to be placed opposite the bed. In a dream, a person is cleansed of the bad energy accumulated during the day. A mirror reflects it and returns it. Therefore, the sleeping person should not be reflected in the mirror, the same applies to the mirror ceiling. It's better to hang a small model in a beautiful frame.
You can also equip a special area with a mirror. To him you can put a small dressing table. So it will be more convenient for you to apply make-up and styling.
If the bedroom is a wardrobe, you can put a large mirror, which will be comfortable to look at full speed.
Another interesting idea of decoration can be appliqués from glass panels on the walls. This material is picky for cutting. So the head of the bed can be decorated with two pairs of swans. This decor will give romance to the interior and will carry a functional load.
The main thing to remember about these simple rules and then the interior will turn out to be functional and comfortable.
Mirror with facet
In order to tell about mirrors with facets, it is necessary to consider what it is. So, the facet is the way to handle the edge of the mirror, when the edge is cut at an angle of 3 - 5 degrees. The facet can be straight or figured. The width of such an edge can vary from 5 to 60 mm. Such mirrors look great and are suitable for making compositions. In the room, you can hang a horizontal mirror with a facet, visually divided into three parts. It looks very stylish and gives the impression that it is assembled like a mosaic of separate parts. Such a thing will perfectly suit a classic and modern interior. It all depends on the selected frame.
Also from such mirrors you can make a decorative panel on the wall of the room. To produce it, you can choose mirrors of different sizes and colors. Thanks to this variety, a unique play of light and color will be created, which will color the whole room with its reflections.
Mirror in the interior of the kitchen
Mirrors can be used to decorate various rooms, including kitchens. For example, it can be placed instead of a kitchen apron. It looks very nice and helps to visually increase the interior items. From the point of view of functionality it is not very convenient. Mirror surface quickly gets dirty and it often has to be wiped.
Another interesting technique is placing the mirror opposite the dining table. Eastern philosophy recommends the installation of mirrors so that they reflect a richly covered table. It contributes to the well-being of the house. Also, this will expand the space and create the illusion of a large number of people.
You can also arrange a mirror near the window, so you can see in it everything that happens on the street, if the work surface was at the kitchen window. Thanks to the mirror, you can give your kitchen an unusual and stylish look.
This article describes the various forms of mirrors. Descriptions of models with illustrations are given. Using the tips of the article, you can choose the right mirror by size and correctly enter it into the interior of any room.
Good choice.
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