Mirror, Mirror on the wall…
“Mirror comes comes Old French mireor (“reflecting glass”), which sprang from earlier Frenchmiradoir (exact translation lost) mirer (“look at”) and Latin mirare, miror, and mirari (“to wonder at, admire”).”( http://www.the-beheld.com/2011/06/thoughts-on-word-mirror.html ) Did you know that the first mirror was actually a river discovered in the Ancient Himalayas? A woman was startled…
What to Look for in Vanity Mirrors
Do you feel like your bathroom needs a makeover? Or simply something new to make it more interesting? Whatever the reason is, adding or updating your current vanity mirror will do wonders. It may not be on the top of…
Ancient Mirrors
Mirrors are primarily used for reflection. Before the use of modern mirrors we know today, ancient people used water from rivers as mirrors. They would have looked directly on to a flowing river or collected water in a vessel. The…
Stylish Small Mirrors at Home
Mirrors come in a variety of shapes, sizes, and styles. Interior designers always incorporate mirrors in their designs because of its versatility and functionality. A mirror creates the illusion of space and brightens up a room. A large, beautifully-framed mirror…
Tips for Displaying Large Mirrors in a Living Room
A long, black-framed mirror above the sofa complements the sophisticated style of the living room. Any room at home can use a mirror. Its reflective property makes it a decorative and practical home accessory. Put it in a small room…
How to Hang a Heavy Mirror on a Brick Wall
A brick wall is a strong and beautiful feature in a home. It has a charming texture and is visually appealing. However, decorating a brick wall can be difficult, especially if you’re hanging heavy objects such as paintings or a…
How to Install Hanging Hardware to a Wall Mirror
Having a wall mirror is a cost-effective way in decorating since it can do several roles in a room. Just bring in a framed wall mirror and it will instantly transform the look of the room. It can make a tiny…
Best Spots to Create More Space with Mirrors
Adding a mirror in a small room is a designer’s trick that instantly transforms the look of a room. A mirror is a less expensive option of making a tiny space look more expansive, compared to breaking down a whole…
7 Tips on How to Expand Space Using Mirrors
We know that mirrors create an illusion of space in a room. It’s one of a designer’s trick in making a small room look expansive. However, picking the spot on where to place a mirror for this purpose can be…
Stylize Your Home With Decorative Mirrors
Mirrors are not only functional items you use to check yourself out before leaving the house, they possess beauty that can be used as decorative element in the home or office. The varied styles, colors, design, and materials used on…
