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FRAME A BUILDER MIRROR
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Have you ever removed a builder grade mirror? It’s not fun. Plus, the glue
behind can ruin the drywall and removing that can be quite a hassle. When we
decided to update our master bathroom on a tight budget I knew that I wanted to
frame the mirror instead of removing it. The only issue in our bathroom is that
the mirror has a beveled mirror frame and I was concerned about how the wood
would stick.
We had scrap wood 1x4s on hand so that’s the wood I used. I started by measuring
the mirror and then cutting each board to length with alternating 45 degree
angles. Do not forget that you want your measurements to run correctly from tip
to tip on the 45 degree angles.
Once we made the cuts, we laid out the frame in the garage to ensure it fit
together- it did... yay!
Next we used the kreg jig (excellent tool for the price if you don’t have one)
to create hidden pocket holes to secure each corner of the frame with a hidden
screws.
Once the whole frame was together, I used wood filler to smooth any gaps and
then painted the frame.
Finally we carried the frame upstairs and put a bead of special mirror glue on
the whole frame. Once we set it place, I secured with painters tape for 24 hours
before removing them!
Before: Here you can see the beveled frame
I started with some scrap wood we had on hand
Next we made all of cuts with opposing 45 degree angles
We laid it all out to check our cuts
Then we made pocket holes with the kreg jig
And secured the corners together with the hidden screws
Finally after applying some glue and waiting 24 hours - she looks great!
Another after photo
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* Awe6932207 on Apr 06, 2022
I have a metal flashing around my exiting mirror. How do I take that down
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Did you have mirror clips on the builder grade mirror? I do want to do this
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* N. G. Londonderry 3 days ago
How did you keep the frame attached to the mirror while the wet glue was
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Looks better but I'd paint it to match the cabs!
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