GeorgiaPeach
Atlanta, GA
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| Posted: Sun Jan 24, 2010 5:12 pm Post subject: Framing a Bathroom Mirror? |
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I am making some updates to my master bathroom. We have changed the fixtures (plumbing and electrical) and repainted. I was thinking about framing the existing mirror and wondering if anyone has already tackled this project.
Thanks for your help!
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kuntrygal
Texas ~ Zone 8
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| Posted: Sun Jan 24, 2010 6:18 pm Post subject: |
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I would use molding as the frame. Many styles to choose from at Lowe's and HD. You could stain or paint it!
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eileen
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Scotland
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| Posted: Sun Jan 24, 2010 11:23 pm Post subject: |
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Some of our members have made lovely frames for mirrors using mosaic tiles. Maybe it's something you could also consider doing.
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HeatherM
Chicago, IL
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| Posted: Sun Jan 24, 2010 11:25 pm Post subject: |
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It's easy and a great DIY project! Go for it!
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GeorgiaPeach
Atlanta, GA
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| Posted: Wed Jan 27, 2010 3:57 pm Post subject: |
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Thanks for the comments and your encouragement to take this on myself (If you only knew me you might feel differently). Usually I end up spending way more time than I think I will and wish I had just purchased something. But then again there is that satisfaction of doing it myself...I will let you know which way I go.
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eileen
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Scotland
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| Posted: Wed Jan 27, 2010 11:33 pm Post subject: |
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You could maybe even try making just a simple frame, painting it and then applying crackle glaze to it. The glaze gives the frame a sort of shabby, chic look which can be really attractive.
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fencesllove
Ohio
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| Posted: Wed May 19, 2010 9:52 am Post subject: |
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using mosaic tiles would make it more attractive. i have applied it and i find it great. maybe you should also try it.
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ecogirl
California
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| Posted: Tue Jun 29, 2010 12:28 am Post subject: |
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These ideas are great, and at one point or another, I have used them.
Which one to go with would depend on the style you are creating. I get a very different feeling from a crackled frame than a mosiac one even though both are very beautiful.
Also, If you don't want to tackle this yourself, I have often asked art students to do a project for me. They're really creative, could use a couple of bucks and sometimes can use the project for an assignment.
Good luck!
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