Decorating with mirrors dates back all the way to Louis XIV, when he owned hundreds of different decorative mirrors. The face is that when you place these Mirrors in your Sutton home appropriately, it can help to add an entirely new dimension to your space. Additionally, mirrors not only serve a decorative purpose, but they also provide a utilitarian function. How?
Mirrors allow you to:
1. Make a small or a cramped area appear larger.
2. Add some versatility to a space that does not have it.
3. Allow you to check your reflection from time to time.
4. Reflect light when placed properly.
5. Serve as a work of art.
While there are some mirrors that are quite expensive, when you make a smart purchase, they will be able to make a huge difference in your space.
Some things that you need to consider when it is time to purchase decorative mirrors are highlighted here.
Size and Placement
You need to consider where you are going to place the decorative mirror that you purchase. This will determine how big of a piece that you can purchase. For example, if you are going to place it over your mantel, you will need to purchase a smaller square or circular mirror. There are some mirrors that will look simple and quite light; however, they are actually very heavy. This means that you need to ensure that the wall where you are going to hang the mirror will be able to hold the weight.
Required Maintenance for the Mirror
Another important consideration is the amount of maintenance that the frame will require. For example, there are now mirror options offered in all types of materials, from leather to wrought iron and more. While cleaning the actual mirror is not very difficult, the rather elaborate frame that is around it may be a bit challenging to keep dust free. Before you make your purchase, you need to find out what has to be done in terms of maintenance.
The Theme of Your Room
Do you have a theme in your room? What does it look like? If you have a room that appears luxurious and elegant, you should select a mirror that mimics this. Do you prefer a rustic, cottage style in your home? If so, select a mirror that has a nice, wooden frame. You should ensure that the frame you choose has a frame that will blend in and become part of the cohesiveness of your room.
To choose from a wide selection of high quality mirrors in Sutton, Spring Lane Glass & Glazing provides glass, mirror supply & installation service to residential & commercial customers in Sutton, UK.
