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$15 DIY Mirror4MAY 14, 2012 BY ASHLEY

Hey there! I just put together this mirror in about an hour and it only cost me $15!

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$15 DIY Mirror

I love the simplicity to it! Heres how you can make your own:)

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I purchased this Mainstay door mirror from Wal-Mart for $5. I had to do a little demolition on the cheap, plastic trim that was glued to it.


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I started by ripping off the paper backing.

SearchI then used a utility knife to cut the glue (it seemed to be close to a hot glue consistency). Make sure that you cut where the glue and the trim meet.

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BlogrollAna White Be Different Acthttp://www.shanty-2-chic.com/2012/05/15-diy-mirror.html[6/10/2012 9:00:23 AM]

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Now this is the part that is very important. The trim will come off very easily and without cracking the mirror if you pull it away from the mirror. Do NOT try to bend it away from the mirror from front to back. Just pull it away. Normal Blue Cricket Design Funky Junk Holden Uganda Infarrantly Creative Just A Girl Knock Off Decor One Pretty Thing Remodelaholic Roadkill Rescue Skip to my Lou Tatertots & Jello The Girl With a Flower The Idea Room Todays Creative Blog Ucreate After I removed the trim I cleaned the mirror with a little Windex:) Now for the frame: If you have never owned a saw, this is the perfect tool for you to purchase!

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It is a Miter Box with a hand saw for only $7.98 (you can purchase at your local hardware store)! It will make this project so easy and it is the perfect starter saw if you are interested in building!


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I purchased 2 14 white wood boards and cut down 4 pieces with 45 degree angles at each end to build the frame. 2 @ 48 (long point to long point) 2 @ 1 7 1/4 (long point to long point)

This was the fun part for me because it was soooo easy:) I flipped the boards over so that the bad sides were showing and glued the frame together with Gorilla Glue wood glue. To keep them together while the dried, I used my staple gun (purchased years ago at Hobby Lobby). It worked like a charm!


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After the glue was dry, I flipped the frame over and stained it with Rust-Oleum dark walnut stain. I let one coat sit for about 10 minutes!


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For the final step, I attached the mirror to the back of the frame with Liquid Nails (I applied the liquid nails to the back of the frame (edges closest to the middle) and laid the mirror on top of it). A little goes a long way.


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I decided to prop it up next to my Pottery Barn Inspired Media Console


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I just love easy and cheap projects! $15 and 1 hour for a decorative mirror is a steal:) And the versatility is endless! I would love one hanging on a wall in my house or even over my mantle! If you love this I would LOVE your pins;) Thank you:) Ashley

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CommentsPine Tree Home says:May 14, 2012 at 3:33 pm

Wow, Ive been moving one of those cheap mirrors around and Hubs said what are you doing with that? the other day. Now I have a plan.

ReplyAshley says:May 15, 2012 at 12:28 pm

LOL! Send us pics when you are done:)))

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Mel says:May 14, 2012 at 3:40 pm

Im so going to do this for my builder grade mirrors in the bathrooms!


Great idea Mel! Email us pics when you get done so we can share with our FB friends!

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Toni Corum says:May 25, 2012 at 6:51 am

I would love to see how you do it. I have contractor mirrors in every bathroom at my house and I hate them!!!


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Delina says:May 14, 2012 at 3:50 pm

I love it! Ive been wondering how to do this. Ive pinned similar mirrors and just couldnt figure out how to make it happen. You are the best for providing step-by-step instructions. Im hoping my only cost will be the liquid nails. Thanks so much! Pinning!


Thank you so much Delina! You are too sweet!

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Lesley says:May 14, 2012 at 3:56 pm

Great Idea. I have been looking for a floor mirror for a while and nothing seems to match my decor. Nice to know it is so easy to make. Thanks for sharing!


Thanks Lesley!

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knuckstermom says:May 14, 2012 at 5:09 pm

I love gorilla glue-that stuff holds ANYTHING!


YES it DOES:)

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Sherri says:May 14, 2012 at 5:13 pm

I am inspired by your blog and all of your DIY projects that now I want to re-do my entire living room. My husband might not like after this LOL but I LOVE you! I have a whole new idea for my room now. Thanks so much! Now I just need to get all my owns tools so I dont have to bug my hubby

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Ashley says:May 15, 2012 at 12:26 pm

Thanks so much for sharing Sherri! Good luck;)

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Lisa @ Creative Raisins says:May 14, 2012 at 5:35 pm

Beautiful Mirror, Definitely a step up from the other one.


Thank you Lisa!

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Jennifer says:May 14, 2012 at 6:13 pm

LOVE all your projects. This is one I should try. I have that ugly mirror. FYI the add running on your page wont close when I hit close and its hard to see all your pictures/words


Thank you Jennifer! (We are in the process of correcting the ad issue;))

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Erin Stevens aka nanasrcool says:May 14, 2012 at 7:21 pm

Hope you had a wonderful Mothers Day. Mine was great! I am new to this blogging stuff. A blog I read alot nominated me for the Versatile Blogger award. I had to choose 15 blogs that I discovered and follow often. Yours was on the top of my list. Please go check it out! http://nanasrcool-nanasrcoolandlovetoquilt.blogspot.com/2012/05/versatile-blog-award.html I know you are probably very very busy and I just wanted those blogs that inspire me so much to know that I appreciate all their hard work and thank them for teaching me so much!


Thank you so much Erin;) We appreciate that!


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Pat says:May 14, 2012 at 7:21 pm

I have that cheapy mirror and been trying to figure out what to do with it and where to find one like your done versionnow I know!! Thank you so much for sharing!


Awesome Pat! Thanks so much:)

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Brooke says:May 14, 2012 at 8:20 pm

Love the mirror, DESPISE the new ad! For some reason it refuses to close no matter how many times I click close. So it just follows me around blocking all your pretty pictures! Perhaps you could let your ad agency know theres a glitch. Im running a Mac OS 10.5 with a Firefox browser. Great project!


Thanks so much Brooke! We are in the process of working that out right now;)

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Kayla says:May 15, 2012 at 2:25 am

Dang. I cant see the pictures because of the ad. Love your blog;)


Thank you Kayla! We are working on that right now;)

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Amy M says:May 15, 2012 at 6:52 am

This is just perfect for my hallway! love love love! I love everything on your site, just wish I had time to make it ALL! : ) Thanks for the inspiration. xo!

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Thank you Amy:)))

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Tips On Painting says:May 15, 2012 at 7:34 am

Great idea and I know just where I want mine to go when finished. Im going to paint mine to match the decor of the room though. Wouldnt a mirror this size be great in the mud/ coat room? Then you could have one last look to check your outfit before you left the house.


Great idea!! Thank you:))

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jessika says:May 15, 2012 at 10:50 am

so simple and easy! I should do this.

ReplyAshley says:May 15, 2012 at 11:59 am

Thank you! You totally should:)))

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Pepsigirl13 says:May 15, 2012 at 11:47 am

Wow, that is a gorgeous rehab! Where does one buy a $7.98 miter box/saw combo? Big box store? I live in New England, and love your creativity!

ReplyAshley says:May 15, 2012 at 11:59 am

Thanks so much! This particular saw is at Home Depot but most hardware stores carry them:)

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Tiffany says:May 15, 2012 at 1:07 pm


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I LOVE your mirror!! Im just a little confused with the last step Gluing the mirror to the wood So you just put the glue on the outer edge of the mirror and then placed it againest the back side of the wood frame? Thank you for sharing ALL your wonderful ideas!! TIFFANY


Thanks Tiffany! Yes on the glueing! I actually put the Liquid Nails on the back of the frame (to make sure it didnt show on the mirror) and laid the mirror face down on the glue:)

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Laurie says:May 15, 2012 at 1:12 pm

Love the mirror! Thank you for the inspiration!


Thanks so much Laurie!

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Allison says:May 15, 2012 at 1:38 pm

Where did you get that adorable vase that you have set up infront of the mirror?

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LOVE THIS and YOUR PAGE! I have two of these mirrors and they are sooo tacky but, good for make-up in the morning. This will be the perfect way to make it look chic!

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Rebecca says:May 15, 2012 at 8:36 pm

I love everything yall do on this blog. I would love to start building, ( I already craft / paint simple things now, but there is only so much you can do if you refuse to build). How did you get started? Are there any particular projects that are great for first-timers? Thanks!

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Natalie says:May 15, 2012 at 8:54 pm

GENIUS !! I love this idea ! totally trying it out Natalie

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Janet says:May 15, 2012 at 8:55 pm

Have a cheapie mirror hanging in the bathroom. Have the stain from the centerpiece with the bottles that was my first project from you all! Off to HD tomorrow, just checked availability and they have alot at my store. Thanks for the tip. Darling!

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Lisa Williams says:May 16, 2012 at 9:05 pm

Lovely just what I was looking for.Thanks to the author for taking his time on this one.

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Pam B says:May 17, 2012 at 3:14 pm

Ive been trying to figure out how to gussy up one of those cheapo mirrors to hang on the back of my bathroom door for a couple years now. That is the LAST piece of my bathroom remodel. Ill be painting the frame a glossy red to go with the other accents in my black/white/red bathroom. Cant wait to get it done now! Thanks!

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Anne Ralston says:May 17, 2012 at 4:46 pm

This looks fantastic! I would really like to do this project, I have the same mirror that you started with:) I just had one quick question, the length for the top and bottom of the frame is indicated at 7 1/4(long end to long end) but that seems a little short, I just wanted to double check that that is the correct dimension before cutting my wood. Thanks for your help!


Hi Anne! Thank you do much for catching that! It should read 17 1/4!!

ReplyAnne Ralston says:May 18, 2012 at 7:18 am

Thank you so much! I am so excited to make this frame!

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Lauren H says:May 17, 2012 at 7:33 pm

OK, moved into a rental several months ago and unpacked everythingexcept one of these mirrors. Realized in the past several weeks that I dont have a floor length mirror and have been meaning to unpack it. NOW Im really motivated to do it!!! AND its an excuse to use my Kreg jig and pewter glaze that I have on hand. Yeah! Love it and TFS, Ashley!

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Brooke says:May 18, 2012 at 12:55 pm

I LOVE this!! Did anyone put a clear coat over the stain or you dont have to?? Thanks!!

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Julie M. says:May 20, 2012 at 3:54 pm

Sweet! I used the same little miter saw to cut all of the millwork when I fixed up my kitchen. :) Julie M.

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Marguarite says:May 20, 2012 at 8:55 pm

I have one of those mirrors and the frame FELL off so I was going to pitch it.Then I saw this blog post and figured Im already a 1/4 way to a beautiful mirror! Thanks for the great idea.

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Mackenzie Smith says:May 24, 2012 at 11:30 am

THIS IS ABSOLUTELY adorable!! and i cant wait to try it!! (a lil nervous, but im going for it! ive never operated a saw before) ok, but for the woodyou buy 2 1X4 pieces and cut the 2 shorter (17 1/4 pieces) pieces off and that leaves you with the 2 @ 48 and the 2 @ 17 1/4? is that right? I just want to make surebecause i was thinking the 4 ft boad would only total 48 inches so if i cut any off then it wouldnt be long enough? just wanting to make sure i buy enough wood!! thanks so much!! mackenzie

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Katherine says:May 30, 2012 at 10:35 pm

I love this! This reminds me of the IKEA mirror I have in my living room that I thought I had gotten for a decent price at $100. Ive had a mirror in my closet that I ripped the plastic trim from for years! Im so doing this on Friday since its my day off. wooh whoo!http://www.shanty-2-chic.com/2012/05/15-diy-mirror.html[6/10/2012 9:00:23 AM]

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Shelley says:May 31, 2012 at 5:11 am

Love the mirror. Just a note. If youve gone to that much trouble to make your own beautiful mirror, dont use Windex spray on it. The glass/mirror businesses tell you that is the quickest way to ruin an expensive mirror. Not sure an inexpensive one would hold up either. The windex gets in between the backing,the glass and the mirrored part and eats away at it turning it black. I have two mirrors this has happened to. :-\

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Leeza says:June 4, 2012 at 5:32 pm

One of the best DIY projects Ive read! Ive been looking for a classy mirror like this for a while (instead of my ugly walmart one) for the bedroom! Ill definitely be transforming it soon!

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Chelsy Wilson says:June 4, 2012 at 7:24 pm

My husband got me a large mirror from work a year ago. I have really wanted to add a wide frame around it but had no idea where to start. I am so excited about finding this post and cant wait to try it this weekend! Thank you so much for sharing.

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Shiron says:June 6, 2012 at 5:39 pm

This is such a great idea!! I am so stealing this for the wall in our master bedroom.perfect weekend project YAY

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