Furnish rooms with mirrors to make them look bigger
What does a mirror do? Essentially two things: it reflects and captures light. This makes it suitable for increasing the perception of space, a very useful quality especially when our house is not that big.
Furnishing with mirrors means expanding the perception of space and increasing the brightness of the environment. For this reason, great importance is given to the presence of mirrors in interior designs, especially in small spaces.
There are a few tricks to using mirrors to make a room look larger. Let's find out which ones.
What is the correct height for a mirror in the entrance?
The entrance is the first place to find a mirror. The last look before leaving, the first image when entering. Also, the entrance is always the narrowest part of the house and the ability of the mirror to increase the perception of space is essential here.
But at what height to place it?
First of all, we must avoid placing it too low in relation to the gaze of those entering, otherwise the opposite effect will be produced instead of expanding the space.
Our advice Fix it at the eye level of a person of average height (about 168 cm).This way it won't be too high for the shorter ones, nor too low for the taller ones.
This statement does not apply to long mirrors all along the wall, as the reflective surface is at the highest possible level and everyone, including children, can look at it without any problems.
Furnish the living room with mirrors
There are several ways to place a mirror in the living room to enlarge the room in a stylish way. Let's see some of them.
A large mirror on the floor
Choose a substantial mirror to be placed directly on the wall, either freestanding or behind a piece of furniture such as a sofa or sideboard.
A mirror in the middle of a mosaic of pictures
Filling a wall with pictures is a way to decorate a room with personality. The kind of pictures is up to you! Landscapes, motivational texts, abstract prints…
To add an even more attractive touch, place a few small mirrors between the pictures. Even different shapes and sizes are fine.
Mirror above the fireplace
For those lucky enough to have a fireplace, a mirror hanging above the fire to create a warm and welcoming atmosphere cannot be missing.
Mirrors on cabinets and consoles
Another perfect place for a mirror is above low furniture such as cabinets and consoles, especially at the entrance to the house.
Furnish with antique mirrors
An antique piece here and there looks good on any type of furniture, even the most modern, to add an element of variety within a consistent style. A cabinet, an antique table… a mirror with a substantial frame!
Mirror above the sofa
Is it safe to place the mirror right above the sofa? If it is well anchored, why not!
Our tip? Use a large mirror against the wall behind the sofa. The effect is super chic!
A game of reflexes
The best way to enlarge the space with mirrors is to place two or three mirrors on opposite or perpendicular walls, thus creating a game of reflections: the room will be reflected several times between one mirror and the other, giving the impression of greater depth.
Mirror in the room: yes or no?
Absolutely yes!
The mirror in the bedroom is very important for preparing to leave the house: get clothes from the wardrobe, put them on, rehearse, looking at your own reflection.
The most functional mirror in the bedroom is the one that covers the entire wardrobe door. In this way, the entire room is reflected in the mirror, expanding the perspective and spaces.
Alternatively, we recommend placing a vertical mirror against the wall, preferably not directly in front of the bed. In fact, seeing your reflection while you sleep may not help you fall asleep.
Great idea? Place two mirrors behind the bedside tables. Seeing is believing!
So where did you place the mirrors in your home and in what styles? Tell us in the comments.
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