It is impossible to have a mirror in a modern apartmentdo without. You can find hundreds of models of this necessary item in stores. There are even examples with different types of lighting. The lighting itself is most often a purely decorative attribute, especially in the bathroom. But sometimes it also performs practical functions. Decorative lighting is built into the mirror. Functional - illuminates the person in front of it. Factory-made mirrors are quite expensive and do not always meet the aesthetic preferences of consumers. In this case, a mirror with lighting can be made with your own hands.
Drawing of a mirror with backlight.
Backlight options
There are several lighting options:
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Making the light yourself
Making a backlight for a finished mirror with your own hands is a fairly simple task. For work you will need:
Tools for mounting a mirror with backlight.
- electric jig saw;
- screwdriver;
- Screws;
- Ruler;
- Screwdriver;
- corners of metal;
- glue;
- electric wires;
- electric light bulbs;
- bullets for bulbs;
- mirror glass;
- thick plywood or treated board.
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The order of the work:
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Other ways to highlight
Image 3.The back of the mirror is covered with plywood, which is attached with screws. You can make a mirror with backlighting in many other ways. Many homeowners simply attach several lamps to the wall, which can have different shapes and designs. They are installed above the mirror, along its edges. LED strips are often used as lighting elements. They look very impressive, and bring novelty to the interior due to several color options. This type of backlighting is easy to do. To do this, you need to purchase a special aluminum profile, insert an LED strip into it, and put the profile with the strip on the mirror from the right side. Next, the strip is connected to the electrical network through a special power supply. The mirror itself can be glued to the wall with liquid nails or other glue for mirrors. To achieve a functional effect, you can purchase and install spotlights. With their help, targeted lighting of the desired areas of the room is achieved. In similar ways, you can decorate cosmetic mirrors on the dressing table. They will definitely appeal to ladies who take care of themselves. Return to contents</a>
Making a mirror glass with your own hands
Mirror glass of any size and shape can be made independently. The process consists of the following stages:
Backlight scheme for a mirror.
A mirror, and even one with backlighting, can visuallymake the room wider and higher, improve its overall lighting, give it a completely new look. Such a mirror is appropriate in any room, but it is most often installed in the bathroom. This very important and necessary household item can be supplemented with shelves made of glass and other materials. Placing various cosmetics on them creates additional convenience in using these products. Knowing the basic principles of making such structures, you can turn on your imagination and create completely unique items using modern lighting fixtures. The size of a backlit mirror can vary from the most modest to occupying an entire wall. Sometimes they are even placed on the ceiling. Neon and LED lighting, unusual frames and other accessories can give an unusual look. LED strips of different colors can work reliably for a long time with significant energy savings.
