9 tips for decorating your home with mirrors
1. Match the mirror to your existing home décor
Consider the existing aesthetic of the room. For a rustic theme, favour a natural material like wood, while metal gold mirrors will look best in houses with sleek and modern home décor. As always, don’t be afraid to mix and match.
2. Consider the shape and size
of the space
Look at the room and find a mirror to match its size and shape. Is it tall with high ceilings? Then choose a mirror in portrait orientation. Is it long like a hallway? Then a landscape mirror is likely to look best.
3. Place a mirror near a window
Large or small, strategically placed wall mirrors will reflect light and create the illusion of space in your home. Maximise the effect by hanging a full-length mirror near a natural light source like a window or skylight.
4. Decorate with a group of mirrors
Mirrors don’t just have to be functional. Instead, create a gallery wall for decoration. Choose mirrors in matching finishes like wood, metal or glass but mix the shapes, sizes and colours to keep it interesting. Group round mirrors with arched and hexagonal mirrors all on the same wall – variation is key.
5. Centre the room with a statement mirror
Create a focal point by centring the wall with a statement mirror on its own or above a mantle. Consider the position, and ensure large mirrors are correctly installed into supporting studs to avoid damage or injury.
6. Hang a mirror near your front door
Not only do they look nice, but mirrors are also useful home accessories too. Hang one in a busy area like the hallway or foyer. It will add decoration, and you’ll be able to check your appearance before you leave your home.
7. Add a multi-use mirror to save on space
If you’re short on space or want to add some colour to your interior, use a mirror with additional decoration attached to it. This mirror looks great in a collection and doubles as a piece of art, suspending coloured fabric tassels and beaded details.
8. Use a mirror to fill an awkward area
Awkward spaces - every home has them. If you can’t fill it with furniture or built-in storage, choose a mirror instead. Depending on the space, a mirror with decorative details will add an artful element with little effort.
9. Renting? Use a dressing table mirror
If your landlord won’t let you hang anything on the wall, stand a dressing table mirror on a desk, chest of drawers or mantle instead. It will lighten and create a sense of space in the room, without risking your deposit.