Putting A Wood Frame Around A Bathroom Mirror

Framing strips apply to existing mirrors with included double faced tape squares plus adhesive glue which can be purchased separately.

Putting a wood frame around a bathroom mirror.

The acrylic mirror finish looks like a real mirror and the strips are easy to size and cut for a proper fit. Apply two coats of clear polyurethane to stained frames to protect the wood. However this method can be used with any wood type. Determine trim style and positioning of trim around mirror to obtain measurements specific to mirror being framed.

I could have gone. Liquid nails ln 700 is recommended. In this case the mirror was 84 x 36. Use measurements to cut lengths of primed mdf baseboard.

Attach the frame to the. I had originally thought i was going to go with a more detailed trim to frame out the mirror but after i checked cost on the trim i wanted to use my mirror was big and reconsidering i decided to go with a more basic clean look. Stain or paint the frame the shade or color desired. Adding décor to the bathroom by installing mirror decorative framing.

If the mirror is attached to the wall with screw clips either notch out the frame to accommodate the clips or remove the clips and attach the mirror to the wall with construction adhesive. Acrylic mirror strips measure 60 in. Have materials cut at a home improvement store and consider using style of door casings in home as inspiration for the look of the mirror frame. I browsed the wood and trim aisles of home depot and picked out a primed 1 4 inch trim board.