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Rules for the location of mirror furniture in the interior
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Modern decor methods using mirror furniture
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Design techniques
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Room design ideas
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Using mirror furniture in different rooms
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Pros and cons of mirror furniture
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Mirror furniture care rules
Mirror furniture can be used to design a modern interior. It will help to visually expand the space and make it brighter. Consider the basic rules for using mirror furniture in room design.
Rules for the location of mirror furniture in the interior
Designers pay great attention to glossy surfaces and mirrors built into furniture. The mirror facades of the kitchen set are able to correct the geometry of a small room. Such facades will visually reduce large.
Surfaces reflecting light can be used in any style, from strict classics to pop art.
It is important not to forget the basic rule: mirror surfaces should not be knocked out of the general concept. They are selected under the decoration and decor of the room.
The correct use of mirror decor allows the space to give the space the volume and depth. This is especially important for small rooms.
Mirror furniture in the interior of the living room
Usually use accent mirror walls and small decorative inserts. Reception is effective not only for visual adjustment of the premises, but also for masking large furniture.
The mirror surface allows you to reduce the size of individual furniture in space. At first glance, it is difficult to clearly define the outlines of furniture with mirror surfaces. Mirrors create the illusion of spaciousness, help to fill the room with light. Decorative mirror inserts on furniture facades with proper placement will make the room more sunny, improve its natural light.
Mirror surface
Modern decor methods using mirror furniture
Mirror surfaces are popular among many designers, as they help to make the interior more original. Among decorative elements that can reflect light, not only the facades of furniture are used, but also the details of wall decoration, ceiling, floor inserts. Furniture can have a completely glossy facade or individual mirror parts.
Stool with mirror inserts
The list of reflective surfaces includes:
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solid mirror elements;
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mosaic parts;
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inserts from color or matte glass;
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Elements with spraying.
Mirror
Glossy furniture facades in the interior of the kitchen
Modern manufacturers use mirror PVC film and crystalline elements with faces refracting light. The use of a mirror film in any performance makes it possible to play with light and volume. The result will be stunning.
Classic table with a glossy surface
Design techniques
Mirror furniture is a complex interior element, the use of which requires professionalism. A successful result can be obtained only if the reflective surfaces are correctly placed. Otherwise, there is a risk of distorting the space of the room.
The reflection in the mirror is of great importance. The beautiful ornament of the carpet or window opening with a blue sky will cheer up. The reflection of the cluttered angle in the room is not the best solution.
It is very important to trace the direction of light glare. The glossy surface of the desktop will enhance the load on the eyes, will distract from the monitor. Such a decision must be abandoned.
The practicality of the decor is also of great importance. The surfaces that have to be touched very often will look untidy. On the mirror, spots and fingerprints are immediately visible.
Mirror wardrobe will visually expand the small room
If it is difficult to apply reflective surfaces in the interior independently, you need to seek advice to a professional designer.
Room design ideas
Previously, the idea of mirror furniture surfaces was limited by sliding doors of the wardrobe. Now there is a large range of furniture in a mirror design intended for placement in various rooms. Such furniture is made up with a kitchen, a living room, a bedroom, a bathroom, an entrance hall. Furniture with mirror facades will perfectly complement the modern interior.
Mirror bedside table
Completely mirrored or with separate lining can be such furniture elements:
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coffee tables and tables;
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chests of drawers and cabinets;
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corps facades and consoles;
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Separate details of interior decor.
Clothing cabinet with a mirror in the interior of the bedroom
A huge assortment of finished furniture makes it possible to find the perfect interior solution for a room of any purpose, regardless of the design style.
Mirror cabinet will become an accent element in the interior of the living room
Using mirror furniture in different rooms
Mirror surfaces are in demand in a modern interior. A large selection of furniture and decor elements allows you to implement in practice any design idea.
In the lobby, hallway or bathroom, mirror surfaces have not only decorative, but also practical use. Spectacular details for decorating the ceiling, floor, walls and fireplaces are used in the design of the living room.
The mirror will perfectly complement the modern bedroom interior
The reflective console in any interior will give the room volume, improve lighting. In addition, the mirror surface allows you to visually correct large furniture, for example, a kitchen island.
Mirror cabinet with patterns in the interior of the living room
A comfortable bedroom should be light and filled with the sun. In the design, you can not be limited only to a cabinet. Original bedside tables, tables, wall panels with elements reflecting light will perfectly complement the interior of the bedroom. You can choose a chest of drawers with a mirror facade and other reflective objects.
For the children’s room, the mirror cabinet is not the best solution. As practice shows, the mirror facade will require continuous care, since it will constantly remain children’s fingerprints.
Mirrored doors of the wardrobe will visually expand the bedroom
Pros and cons of mirror furniture
Before buying furniture with mirror elements, you need to take into account all the pros and cons of such a solution.
The list of advantages includes:
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improvement of lighting and visual change in the space of the room;
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arrangement of a unique interior;
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Creating unusual effects using light refraction.
Mirror wardrobe can be placed in a dressing room or in the hallway
The correct location of the mirror elements allows you to adjust the area and geometry of the room. Unwanted glare of light can be removed by placing furniture correctly.
It is important to see in advance how an object with mirror surfaces will fit into the interior of the room, and what exactly will be reflected in the mirrors.
The mirror table perfectly harmonizes with lamps
There are some difficulties in using glossy and mirror surfaces:
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the need for careful and regular care;
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High cost of products.
The surfaces reflecting light look untidy without systematic care. Dust, fingerprints and palms are very noticeable on them. This fact is necessarily taken into account when buying mirror and glossy furniture.
Without regular care, mirror furniture will look untidy
Mirror furniture care rules
The stained glossy or mirror surface is immediately noticeable. The main condition for the successful use of reflective surfaces in the interior is their perfect appearance.
Mirror furniture should be regularly wiped from dust and pollution
There is a large selection of means for caring for mirrors and glossy surfaces. Their use will allow:
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avoid premature darkening of surfaces;
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Simplify regular furniture care.
To remove dust, it is enough to apply a soft and dry cloth. For the mirror of the bathroom, you need to choose specialized products that allow you to protect the surfaces from fogging. This allows you to extend the service life of the mirror, give it a beautiful appearance. With the help of special means, it will be possible to see your reflection in the mirror even if the room is filled with ferry.
The correct use of mirror elements will create a unique and comfortable interior.
The table with a mirror surface will perfectly complement the interior of the classic living room
Mirrors with gold frames are ideal for the classic interior
Carved furniture with golden inserts is in perfect harmony with the mirror
On the One & Home website has a large selection of interior mirrors. At the showroom in Moscow, the company’s specialists will help you choose a decor for the bedroom, living room and hallway. You can order oval, round and rectangular mirrors, as well as original products in the shape of the sun.
Modern mirror stand for decor
Mirror niches with backlight
