If you don t have your mirror hung you ll need the spring loaded mirror clips the six 2 1 2 wood screws and the stud finder.
Make your own bathroom mirror frame.
Here is how to frame a bathroom mirror on a budget.
Working at least 1 inch in from the outside edges around the back of the frame apply two parallel 1 4 in beads of construction adhesive.
In this case the mirror was 84 x 36.
We stained the frame rustic gray and roughed it up a bit with a sanding block nails and a rough gloss treatment.
Once you are ready to stick the frame on remove the red sticker and put the frame in place.
The wood frame itself is made from pine boards.
Start by determining the size of the existing mirror as well as the new frame.
You ll use the stud finder to locate the studs so you can attach the clips to them with the wood screws.
Now on to how to actually make the frame.
Because of the overall style of the bathroom squared cedar was selected as the frame material.
Our frame size ended up being 66 x 42 i give dimensions as a guideline below but please measure your own mirror and adjust your measurements accordingly.
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Make cuts for all four sides.
Apply at least two coats of paint to wood that will be used as frame for your bathroom mirror.
The first step is to measure your vanity mirror length and width.
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The wall side of the command strip should face the mirror.
With this size i knew i wanted to frame it with 1x4 for good proportions.
Gently press and hold the frame on the mirror to leave a 1 in overhang on all four sides.
Press the frame on to the mirror for 30 45 seconds to make sure it s on well.
Using your miter saw cut your wood at a 45 degree angle so the outside portion of your wood piece will be the full length of the mirror see pic above.
Apply paneling adhesive to area where top frame piece will be positioned.
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When measuring your space take into account the mirror size you are covering.
Our add a frames adhere directly to the surface of your mirror so they will install easily if your mirror is against a wall or is resting on a backsplash.
Stick on mirror frame.
Before you build the frame.
But also consider the space above the sink as well as the space below the lights.
Immediately check the frame with a level and make adjustments as needed.