Attach Frame To Mirror

Mirrors are not only functional but also decorative.

Attach frame to mirror.

Using a screwdriver and the provided screws attach the hangers to the frame with the top loops of all hangers facing upward. Apply liquid nails adhesive to the back of the frame pieces then place the frame pieces in place on the mirror. You get about 10 minutes adjusting time before it sets. Went to lowes and found liquid nails product called mirror in caulking tube.

For this project i used a little bit of glue from a hot glue gun since it scrapes away so easily and one nail. Buying a framed mirror can cost several hundred dollars or you can diy your own for a fraction of the cost. You can add presence to this mirror by cutting plywood larger than the mirror s measurements increasing the frame by as much as 6 inches. Attach the frame to the wall and mirror using two part epoxy glue and finishing nails.

Obviously i used white painted trim around that mirror and i used my miter saw to cut 45 angles to frame that one. It is used to mount mirrors to a plaster sheetrock or wood wall without desilvering the back. We installed two large mirrors during our home gym remodel with the plan to add a wood frame. Make sure each corner fits clean and tight.

If any corner is slightly twisted an 18 gauge finish nail through the corner can be used to pin it until the glue dries. But we owned that house and i attached the trim with lots of nails and glue. Apply two coats of clear polyurethane to stained frames to protect the wood. The tape is typically used as a glazing tape for window and door manufacturers but works great in the setting for add a frame.

Stain or paint the frame the shade or color desired. Adding the frame definitely transformed the room and made the space look more finished and professional costing less than 20. Spread a small amount of wood glue on each face and join with a coarse thread pocket screw. 4 measuring up from your countertop draw dots on your wall to the same.

Attach the plywood with construction adhesive and brads. 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. Used this product to affix frame to front side of mirror and it bonded quickly. Add a wood frame to a plain ole mirror to add character and style.

Apply paneling adhesive to area above mirror where top frame piece will be positioned. To keep the frame in place while the adhesive is drying use strips of painter s tape.