Whether you are looking to create the illusion of more space or add a little light into your rooms, our range of fabulous mirrors has something to suit every style or budget. From fun designs to decorative statement pieces we’ve put together our top tips for decorating with mirrors to help inspire you.
Adding a mirror to a room's decor can be a daunting task. With so many options to choose from, reflecting the beauty of your home with a perfectly chosen mirror is something to take a little bit of time thinking about. Read our guide below and shop mirrors here.
Top Tips for Decorating with Mirrors
A mirror does much more than simply offer a way to reflect what is in front of them. You can add new life to a room with a well selected mirror. Think about the interior styling and match up the perfect item and you'll be able to compliment the theme of the room as well as accent any wall art or decorative accessories you've already placed.
While a mirror can do many things for a room, such as opening up the space or reflecting much needed natural light, their own style can add so much to a room design - but before you go reaching for the drill to hang the mirror that's been sitting in your loft for the last ten years, read our top tips from the interior experts below to make sure you make the most of the mirror you choose.
Find A Shape That Works For Your Room
The shape of your chosen mirror can be as important when it comes to the overall look as the style and materials themselves! The shape of the mirror defines the mood of the item, the definition of what it will add to the design on the whole.
For a softer finish, pick a rounded or curved frame. This shape helps to soften the lines in a room, and can be great for the angular nature of bathrooms or dining rooms. A curved mirror will help to counteract any rooms where there is significant symmetrical detailing that you want to break up.
More traditional rectangular mirrors are great to accentuate the width of the room, reflecting light to make the space feel bigger, while opening a window on darker spaces.
Square and more angular mirror shapes are great contemporary choices for your home, depending on the style of the frame, an angular shape can be whimsical and add vibrancy to your interior decor. Group different sizes of angular mirrors with wall art and photo frames for a great personal look. You can mix and match the simple frame shapes with a rich wall colour for a statement wall in a living room or bedroom.
Think About Size
A second thing to think about when it comes to mirrors is the size of the frame. Incorrectly matching the size of the mirror to the size of the wall can make the room look out of perspective. The size of the mirror should be based on the impact that you want the mirror to have.
Smaller mirrors will look lost on a larger wall space. You don't want a statement mirror to look insignificant when hung on a large empty wall. While small mirrors can be used as accent pieces in your room, catching the morning light here and there when required, you should remember that mirrors have a function too!
If you really want to make the room look more open and inviting, then opt for a large rectangular mirror, and think size over style. You want a large mirror to become part of the background rather than an obvious focal point.
Style is Very Important
When it comes to choosing the best mirror for your home, then your personal style choices and overall room theme will become the deciding factors. While attention should be paid to the size and shape, there's no point buying a mirror that you don't really love the look of!
Mirrors can compliment the room design or a contrasting style can help the mirror stand out on your walls. Ornate, carved frames are best in traditional settings, while sleek, crisp modern lines are great for contemporary styling. Distressed effects, or wooden frames are great for the country or industrial look, and metallic finishes are great for a wide range of styles. Think about how you want the mirror to fit in the room theme and whether you want to make a statement. Get creative! Mix and match styles for a stylish and interesting look in your home, and leave us your comments below if you've got any other tips for decorating with mirrors!
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