Intro to Mirror Basics
     If you are a homeowner, you may seek a bolder use of mirror in your home. Possibilities might be a whole wall of mirror in the living room, mirrored backsplashes in the kitchen, mirror in furniture and shelving…or even a periscope window in the basement.

     If you are an interior designer or architect, you may want to add new sophistication to your designs. Perhaps you want to experiment with tinted mirror, or faceted designs.

     Mirrors enhance space, capture views of nature, and amplify light. Versatile, they can seemingly “disappear” or be a dramatic presence. They can be small, charming decorative accents, useful allies, or large architectural embellishments.

     In the home they can make a small bathroom resemble a spa. They can double the size of living rooms, doubling attractive architectural features as well. A totally mirrored entrance hall can seem infinite.

     In commercial settings they can emphasize focal points, add drama and liveliness. Tinted mirror covering columns can make them seem less massive. A faceted, mirrored ceiling can seem a cascade of twinkling stars.

     Today’s mirrors are manufactured from exceptionally flat, high quality glass in large sheets in the float process. The reflective coating is usually silver, with copper and baked on finishes in the back to ensure protection.

     Once a mirror is manufactured it must be shipped, stored, removed from storage, cut, perhaps beveled or drilled, finished, packed and shipped again, installed and cleaned. The process requires professionalism and care. Mirror manufacturers are continually inventing new techniques to ensure the highest quality product reaches you safely, and enhances and beautifies your environment.

     The Glass Association of North America (GANA) Mirror Division hopes that you will find this website a valuable resource. Your comments and questions are appreciated and can be emailed to: info@mirrorlink.org.

Designing with Mirrors:
     What are mirrors; colors and types; edges, thicknesses, shapes; history...

Product Showcase:
     Shows examples of mirror in homes, on furniture, and in commercial applications...

Care and Cleaning:
     Learn about the care and cleaning of mirrors...
 

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