Statement wall mirrors know the art of enhancing the beauty of your homes and apartments, no matter how small or big they are. Wall mirrors play an important role in making any room look spacious and cooler than ever. So we can say that mirrors can add a lot of makeup to all the rooms of any home and they are not only to serve a utilitarian purpose in the bathroom or dressing room. A statement mirror is not only a simple mirror which has a reflective surface, but it is also a piece of art. Today we will become skilled at choosing the right mirror for interior decoration. So let’s start our discussion which will reveal the art of choosing a statement wall mirror with following key points:
- Shapes
- Sizes
- Framing
- Materials
- Colors
Shapes of wall mirrors
Statement wall mirrors are available in various shapes to spice up your walls. There is a shape for every room. Whether your room is small, large, round or in any shape, you can find the perfect fit of wall mirrors for making a statement in different shapes. Some famous shapes are
- Round shaped mirrors
- Rectangular shaped mirrors
- Square shaped mirrors
- Arched Wall Mirrors
- Oval Wall Mirrors
- Starburst Mirrors
- Heart Shaped Mirrors
- Sun Shaped Mirrors
- Odd Shaped Mirrors
- Bird Mirror
Some of the above mentioned shapes of mirrors are very common like the round, rectangular, square, arched, and oval. But even these simple shapes have many further designs which can categorize these shapes into a huge list of wall mirrors.
Starburt shaped mirrors are also very famous in the market. One can easily find them. After choosing your design, you can place your order online. Heart shaped mirrors are also getting popular and can create a statement on your wall.
Keep one thing in mind that above mention shapes are just a trailer when you will explore the world of world of mirror you will find an ocean of plenty of shapes. So we can say odd shaped mirrors to combine all the shapes.
Bird shaped mirrors are one of my favorite mirrors. As they create the illusion of a bird and quite closer to the nature. The bird shaped mirrors are basically framed art models. The frame of the bird mirrors illustrates the shapes of a tree’s branches and birds sitting on them.
Sizes of wall mirrors
Like shapes, different sizes of mirrors are also available very easily available. Moreover, you can order a custom cut mirror exactly in the size you want for your room. We can basically categorize mirrors into two main types by sizes i:e small wall mirrors and large wall mirrors. We can further elaborate these sizes into any size and can take the small size to the minimum level and large wall mirrors to maximum large size.
If the place of hanging the mirror is behind and over your couch or sofa, then left at least 12 inches of space above and below the frame. You should opt for a mirror that matches the length of the table or couch beneath it for adding a real drama. Make your mind where you will hang the mirror, then choose the size of the mirror according to that place.
Making a statement with a large wall mirror or a small wall mirror totally depend on the place where you want to hang the mirror. As the name statement mirror intended to draw the eye. Make sure whether you want the mirror to shine on its own, or as part of a grouping of other pieces.
If you are not going to use any extra artwork for your wall, then you can use as large mirror as sofa itself to make a big, bold statement. Keeping the mirror to three-quarters of the sofa length to give it the right amount of presence is also a good option.
Framing of wall mirrors
According to framing, mirrors are not restricted to a specific number. Like the sizes and shapes, the frames of mirror are also found in abundant quantity. You can buy a framed mirror from the market or any frameless mirror. It’s up to you, if you want to frame your frameless mirror then you can also do so by calling expert of mirror framing. You can also frame a mirror of yourself. Many video tutorials are available from where you can learn “how to frame a mirror”. Frames can be wooden frames, aluminium frames. Some types of the mirror frames are:
- Antique Mirror Frames
- Baroque Mirror Frames
- Swivel or Swing Arm Mirror frames
- Eglomise Mirror Frame
- Wrought iron Mirror Frames
- Starburst Mirror Frames
- Floor Mirror Frames
- Arch mirror frames
Materials of Mirror Frames
The selection of material of mirror depends on the surroundings and furnishings of the room just like the same way as the size and style depend on the surroundings. The room filled with the mid-century modern décor will look best with the Metallic frames. Wooden frames can do their best in a room that pays homage to farmhouse style.
Colors of Mirrors
Color is the core for making a statement wall mirror. Almost every color can be used for wall mirrors. But again the color of the mirror depends on the surroundings of the room. Bright colors such as red, black can be used in the room or bathroom of a teenager. The white, dull or classy colors can create a sense of dreamy atmosphere. Black, Bronze / Brown, Champagne, Cherry / Red, Gold, Paintable, Silver / Grey, White, Wood Tones are some of the popular colors.
For sure, with all things home decoration, the choice in reality is up to you and what makes you contented. Hope the article will help you in choosing the statement mirror.