Large mirrors on the floor
At first glance, the mirror familiar to everyone, which is not just in every apartment, but in almost every room, has become a familiar attribute of everyday life. But did you know that it is this fragile magic glass that can become an original, fashionable, and unique accent in the interior. In his power is the whole perception of space. It perfectly fills the room with light and, in addition to the riddle, brings spaciousness and lightness to it. And that is why for designers, mirrors have become a full-fledged decorative element, with the help of which masterpieces of interior art are created.
The advantages of floor mirrors
The main advantage of a large floor mirror is that you are reflected in it to your full height, and this is what attracts a huge number of men and women who always want to look stylish and fashionable. And thanks to the variety of designs, everyone can choose exactly the floor mirror, which is most suitable for a particular interior.
As a rule, mirror paintings are made in the form of regular geometric shapes, but the variety of decorative frames and all kinds of decorating elements is simply not limited. Wood, plastic, MDF, particleboard and even metal - these are the main materials from which the frames for mirrors are made. As for the decorative elements, it can be mosaics from colored glass pieces, ceramic and metal decorations, crystal pendants, combinations of glasses of different tinting, carved wooden elements, forged metal patterns, backlights and other original design options.
Varieties of floor mirrors
Specialists distinguish several main types of floor mirrors, each of which has its own characteristic features and distinctive elements.
- The classic design of the floor mirror is referred to as Psichet mirrors. Its distinctive feature lies in the design. As a rule, such mirrors with a slight movement of the hand change the angle of inclination, which is important enough when the mirror is a household item. The essence of this design is that the mirror canvas is hung on an axis fixed between two decorative supports. Such mirrors can be single or double-sided and, as a rule, one of the sides slightly increases reflection. Undoubtedly, if you put such a mirror in the dressing room or bedroom, then all its advantages will be appreciated in full and in the shortest possible time.
- A model of a mirror on a stand is considered to be sufficiently stable, the design of which can be very diverse, including numerous shelves and drawers for small personal items. Such a mirror will be very convenient in the hallway. The simplest design is similar to a psiche mirror, however here the mirror canvas is firmly attached to the frame and does not change the angle of inclination.
- One of the most popular and favorite model designers are attached mirrors. Such a mirror may well become a real work of art. Such mirror paintings do not have legs and rest on the wall. It is for such mirrors that heavy mirror frames with luxurious decorations are made. However, it is worth remembering that if there are children in the house, then it is necessary to take care of reliable fastening when installing such a mirror. This model easily fits into the interior of the bedroom and living room and it is quite possible that it will become the main decorative element.
- Another quite popular model among interior designers is the screen mirror. Such a model will be an excellent solution for zoning a room, or it can easily cope with the role of a miniature dressing room in a small apartment.
Basic rules for placing mirrors in the interior
I think many people know that a mirror has an excellent ability to revitalize a room.And if for a mirror cloth to choose the right place in the room, you can correct some of the shortcomings of the room.
To visually enlarge a small room, it is best to choose a mirror canvas of the highest possible height. An ideal place for it would be the wall opposite the window, as the light reflected in it will fill the room with space and make the room more voluminous.
To make a rectangular room seem square, mirrors should be placed opposite each other along longer walls. However, this option is not suitable for fans of Feng Shui teachings. Just like a mirror, installed opposite the door will not contribute to the accumulation of vital energy.
In order that the dark room does not seem gloomy, several lamps should be placed at the mirrors. It can be wall sconces or floor lamps, the light of which will be reflected in the mirror canvas and fill the room with soft highlights.
How to choose the right mirror
The size of the mirror cloth for the floor model plays a very important role, because the visual perception of the whole room depends on it and if the mirror is not high enough, it will seem out of place in the interior. The minimum height for this rectangular decorative element is 170 cm.
Equally important is the color scheme of the frame. It can be combined with floor or wall decoration, as well as with other pieces of furniture. For example, for a living room with parquet flooring in the color of warm shades of wood, a mirror in a wooden frame of a similar color is just perfect.
For the bathroom, an ideal option would be a white frame to match the color of the plumbing, and for a bedroom with clear contrasts, a large mirror on the floor with a black frame would be ideal.
In conclusion, it is worth saying that the mirror today plays such an important role that it is necessary to approach its choice with maximum responsibility. And in view of the fact that this element of the interior should be in the bathroom, in the bedroom, and in the hallway, and sometimes in the living room, it will be quite difficult to think about choosing a design for this or that room. The task can be facilitated by the chosen interior style for each individual room. After all, the frame of the mirror canvas should ideally fit into the interior of the room and become its integral part.