| p>Antique mirrors can add a very special touch to | | | | mood it will make the room look bigger. |
| your Victorian decor. Use lighting to create an illusion | | | | 6. If your room has a fireplace then place your mirror |
| of space and add an element of warmth to that | | | | opposite to create a visual effect. And when the |
| décor. | | | | fireplace is flickering you get an amazing effect. |
| The surface of a mirror is reflective so by using the | | | | 7. Consider grouping together several mirrors that are |
| correct lighting in the room you can create a beautiful | | | | all different shapes and sizes to make a focal wall |
| illumination. The antique styling of the mirror helps | | | | display. You can mix different styles and finishes too. |
| create the room atmosphere. | | | | Create a sophisticated display or a shabby chic look. |
| Antique mirror glass is made by placing a metallic | | | | 8. You can use a beautiful mirror in a Victorian |
| deposit onto the glass. This method has been used | | | | kitchen. Add it the wall across from your counter |
| since the 16th century. Over the years it's not | | | | space. Consider using more than one mirror to create |
| uncommon to find the surface wearing slightly. That's | | | | an effect of largeness. |
| okay as it adds some character | | | | 9. Place your mirror above a piece of furniture. It will |
| Here are 10 tips for using antique mirrors in your | | | | instantly draw the eye away from the furniture. Hang |
| home décor: | | | | above a table, a dresser, or even a sofa. |
| 1. Find your favorite piece of art in the room. Could | | | | 10. If you have bookcases that are half wall height |
| be a painting, a sculpture, a photograph, or any other | | | | hang your mirror above them and then place candles |
| type of art. Place your mirror on the opposite wall | | | | on the top of the book case. When the candles are |
| which will reflect the image and create an interesting | | | | lit they will illuminate the light and the flicker of the |
| room dynamic. | | | | candles is so romantic. |
| 2. To add depth to your room paint one wall a deep | | | | Before you do anything you need to have a good |
| dark burgundy or green, or another Victorian color. | | | | look at your room and analyze where you'll get the |
| Then take your antique mirror and hang in directly in | | | | most benefit from your mirror. You also want to |
| the middle of the wall. Add candle wall sconces and | | | | make sure the angle of the mirror doesn't result in an |
| wow! | | | | unattractive scene or cause a glare. |
| 3. If your room is on the dark side then hang your | | | | There are so many interesting ways to hang a mirror |
| mirror near the window. The natural light will reflect | | | | that will enrich your room while illuminating it and |
| off the mirror and make the room brighter. | | | | making it appear larger. And with such a great |
| 4. Your Victorian entrance will look perfect with an | | | | selection of mirrors available all you need to do is set |
| ornate mirror above the corner table that holds a | | | | your budget and start shopping online. |
| beautiful bouquet of flowers. Fresh is perfect but silk | | | | Antique mirrors are the perfect addition to a |
| certainly works. | | | | Victorian décor. Follow these tips and you'll |
| 5. Antique dining rooms look great with a mirror | | | | find the perfect mirror for your room. |
| above the side board. It will not only complete the | | | | |