What is a mirror?
Mirror work is an art that has existed for a long time and is still used as a method to decorate the facade and interior of the building. In this method, mirrors are cut into various shapes and small pieces such as geometric shapes or flowers and are glued together so that they can form a coherent whole. This method can not only bring beauty by itself; Rather, by reflecting light, it can make the space look bigger and double the beauty and brilliance of the environment. With a simple technique, you can even create a suitable cover for the walls, which are both strong and beautiful, and can cover the defects of the wall well.
Mirror Tools and Equipment
Mirror work requires many tools and equipment to be able to cut the mirror well and attach it to the desired location. To cut the mirror, a ruler, mirror diamond, spatula and design pen are used, and to stick it, you need a head, soft plaster and glue. These materials can be varied depending on where the mirror is installed. The mirror can be installed on any wall, from oil and ceramic walls to straw and wooden walls. In addition to the mentioned items, stone powder is used, and in addition, white or black cement is needed to be able to connect the mirror in the best way.
Art of Mirror
To perform mirror work, it is necessary to go through the steps carefully and one after the other. In this way, you can be sure that the result of the work will be completely favorable and will proceed according to your expectations. These steps are as follows:
The design that is going to be mounted on the wall is determined. The designer or architect prepares this design and draws it on paper. After that, they put needles on the design and in this way they create many holes on the lines. Finally, the design is ready to be pasted on the work surface.
They started to pollinate the design that they connected on the work surface so that the pollen is transferred to the lower surface through the pores and in this way the final design appears on the wall.
Finally, they stick the cut mirrors on the wall with the help of special glue.
If the desired design has bumps and depressions, it is necessary to first put the design on the wall with a plaster and design the bumps and depressions. Finally, the mirror must be cut. Pay attention that in this case they do not separate the mirror from each other. Rather, they put a cardboard pattern behind it and implement the design. The person who is going to attach the mirror prepares a paste of plaster and head and then pastes it on the back of the cardboard pattern. Then he moves the mirror to its place and tries to determine the depressions and protrusions with the help of the pressure he applies on these parts. Finally, it cleans and shines the mirrors.
types of mirrors
Mirror work has different styles, each of which can have unique beauty in its place and can be used for a specific place. When choosing your favorite style, you should not ignore the effect of the mirror in the decoration. Because the compatibility of the mirror model and the mirroring method with the decoration of the environment adds to the beauty of the interior.
Modern Mirror
As the name of this type of mirror work suggests, the combination of the art of mirror work and the art of modernity has brought a type of mirror work to the fore, which is called modern mirror work. This method uses modern elements and implements designs with these features on the mirror. There is no news of old motifs and complex designs anymore and it can be used in modern and minimalist decoration. On the other hand, it is the best option for interior decoration and places that have little space and prefer to visually make the environment bigger with the help of mirrors. Mirrors with new colors or models are usually used in modern mirror work, such as champagne (copper) mirrors.
Traditional Mirror
The modern mirror work that you read is actually a revolution against the traditional mirror work that has existed since the beginning and displays the authentic Iranian art. In this mirror, which is integrated with Islamic architecture in many cases, geometric designs and complex patterns are used and all these motifs are symmetrical. This art combined with calligraphy and inspired by plants has been able to create unique ideas that are often very popular for traditional decoration style.
Exterior Mirror Applications
Mirror work is often used in the interior and interior decoration, however, the mirror facade is also one of the types of examples that you can use this art for the exterior of the building. This is common in large buildings around the world. On the other hand, even the entrance of the building can be made more beautiful by mirror work and make it look bigger.
mirror applications in interior decoration
Reception room: If you don't have a very big reception, try using mirrors to bring light to your environment and make the space look bigger. You can use decorative mirrors like a window mirror or even mirror one of the main pillars of the house. You can even use mirroring for the main wall. living room: Another place that you can make it look bigger with the help of mirroring is the living room. The best place to place the mirror is right behind the TV. Television is often the source and center of attention and with this trick you can add to the beauty of the home. Bedroom: Although many people find it sufficient to put a mirror in the bedroom, a tall or console mirror, but mirroring the wall behind the bed is also a stylish and modern method that has attracted the attention of young couples. Modern mirrors with a rhombus pattern or champagne-colored mirror tiles will be a good option for this. Kitchen: You can organize the kitchen cabinets with the help of a mirror. By mirroring the kitchen wall instead of tiles, you can give the impression that you have a large kitchen. Between the cabinets, behind the sink, on the oven door or anywhere you have access can help you have the best kitchen. Mirror work on the wall behind the dining table: You may have seen this method of mirroring in restaurants. You can also use this method at home. Mirror work using luxury and modern designs behind the dining table will make your mealtimes more pleasant for you and give the dining table more effect. Mirroring the center column of the reception: You may be interested to know that with a little creativity, you can beautifully decorate the columns in the middle of the hall and reception. Mirroring the center column of the reception not only adds to the beauty of the environment and hides the unpleasant view of the column from view, but also helps to brighten the environment and make it appear larger by reflecting more light. Mirror work on the wall behind the sofa: One of the most famous modern mirror work models is to install the geometric shapes of the mirror behind the biggest sofa (couch) in your home. This style increases the depth of your reception and makes it look bigger. Make sure that if you install a mirror behind the sofa, do not place the TV in front of it. Because the mirror may disturb your vision while watching TV. Also, if you intend to mirror the wall behind the TV, place the furniture or the dining table at a distance from it so that it does not block the larger space. Mirroring the wall of the reception console: If you have a place to place a dining console in your home, the wall behind it is a good place to install modern mirrors. This model of mirror work at home gives a special beauty to your console and makes it more special. Corridor wall mirroring: Corridors in houses are a place with a small width, which are mostly used for commuting to different parts of the house. These narrow and unattractive places are seen bigger with methods like mirror work and become one of the beautiful places in the house. At the same time, with the mirroring of the corridor wall, the light of these spaces also increases and looks brighter.
different mirror models
Jorchin model: You can recognize from the name of this example what kind of design is meant by Jurchin model. In this method, a larger design is divided into smaller parts that must be placed next to each other in order to display the original and complete design. Any geometric shape can be used and cut in this way. This option is more suitable for modern style decoration.
Rhombus model: Rhombus mirrors are one of the types of mirrors that can reflect light in the best way and make the space look bigger. This mirror is often used in large and empty areas such as ceilings and walls and has many fans.
Islamic model: In this method, Islamic designs and traditional knots are used to finally create a form in accordance with Islamic architecture and to induce a concept.
Geometric model: the method in which regular and even irregular geometric shapes are used to create beauty together.
Classic model: This is the method of using broken and very small mirror pieces that create a much bigger design by being placed next to each other.
Antique model: In this method, they try to destroy the mirror with the help of special materials. This removal of different parts of the mirror makes it look old and antique and doubles its beauty. This method is mostly used in traditional decorations or in antiques.
Flower and bush model: In this method, the designs that are created are a pattern of flowers and plants, and sometimes they are similar to the designs you see in carpets.
Volume model: In this method, mirrors that have a geometric design are used. In this technique, by putting these designs together, a volume like a cone or a pyramid is imaged, and this image induces the viewer that the image has different dimensions.
Mirror wall covering: This method of mirroring is more common in hotels and restaurants. Using mirror wall coverings, they install a mirror on one side of the wall of the house. In addition to reception, you can also use this type of wall coverings in the bedroom.
Round mirror work: Round mirrors together create an interesting shape. This modern mirroring method is used in the reception, on the dresser table, in the bathroom and bedroom.
Tile mirror work: Tiles or in other words mirror tiles are a type of mirrors that have been welcomed in home decoration in recent years. This method places a regular pattern of mirrors together and creates a beautiful light reflection. These tiles are available in different colors in the market.
Puzzle mirror work: At first glance, the pieces of the mirror puzzle do not show meaning and concept. The pieces of this mirror, when arranged together, take on a special shape and display a piece of art with a mirror on the wall of your home.