The mirror in the kitchen visually enlarges the space, enhances the lighting and just adds chic to the interior. Modern mirror finish is so different in shape, color and size that you can easily find something that can decorate your kitchen. In this material we collected a selection of 50 beautiful photos, a review of materials, tips on care and design, and also presented 7 ideas for using mirrors in the kitchen interior.
About materials
The mirror can be made on the basis of polystyrene, acrylic or glass. Polystyrene mirrors cannot be used in the kitchen, as they are too afraid of moisture and mechanical damage. So let's take a closer look at the last two options.
Acrylic mirror is 5 times more resistant, and therefore safer than glass. In addition, it is easier to install, cut and transport. The disadvantages include its lower scratch resistance and high cost.
- Since the acrylic mirror is 2 times lighter than usual, they are most often finished with ceilings and furniture facades. In other cases, for example, to create a mirror apron in the kitchen, it is better to choose a traditional glass material.
Sheet mirror in the apron of the kitchen with plinth
The following finishing materials are made from both acrylic and glass mirrors:
- Sheet panels. Most often, large-format panels get off walls, furniture fronts and kitchen aprons. Sheet mirrors can be 4 or 6 mm thick and are found in the following sizes (depending on the manufacturer): 255 × 160 cm, 275 × 160 cm, 321 × 225 cm, 321 × 255 cm, and also 321 × 600 cm. For exact panel dimensions are customized during installation.
- The thicker the sheet mirror is, the stronger, more truthful and less demanding it is to the evenness of the base. Therefore, for the decoration of walls and kitchen apron is better to choose panels with a thickness of 6 mm. And for making wall panels, facing the ceiling, fronts of the headset or for framing in a baguette is better to choose mirrors 4 mm or 5 mm.
- Mosaic tiles. Most often, the mirror mosaic in the kitchen is used in the lining of the apron, walls and curved surfaces. It is sold in the form of matrices with a flexible base, but some manufacturers offer a mosaic of individual “chips”. The common sizes of chips are 2 × 2 cm and 3 × 3 cm. Mirror mosaic has many advantages. First, it is less noticeable spots and stains. Secondly, the mosaic is subject to local repair. Thirdly, it does not require a perfectly smooth base. And of course, it is just very effective and variable in design. She also has disadvantages - relatively high cost and the need to periodically clean the seams. In addition, it has no reflective properties, which means it will not increase the space.
An example of the design of the dining area mirror tiles with facet and backlight
- The most versatile grout colors for mirror mosaic are white and graphite.
- It is better and safer to choose a mosaic with a polished edge or with a facet.
- Tiles of different sizes and shapes. Produced by the type of tile "pig", in the form of squares, triangles, hexagons and other geometric or fantasy forms. You can create a mirror kitchen apron from such tiles or, say, a wall panel.
About edge
Edge is an important part of the mirror. If the edges of the canvas are not processed in any way, then it (including amalgam) becomes more vulnerable due to the existing microcracks and chips. Therefore it is worth choosing mirrors with a polished edge (European edge) or with a facet - edges beveled at an angle of up to 40 degrees. Facet mirrors are practically eternal, they shine more strongly, because they refract light.
- The width of the fatseta, depending on the size and thickness of the material, can be from 4 to 45 mm.
Mirror design variations
The appearance of the mirror surface is very different. In addition to the traditional smooth silver canvas, you can choose from the following varieties:
- Color mirror - The colors of gold, graphite, champagne, as well as blue, green, red, pink and purple shades are achieved by means of a glass-colored base.
- Satin (satinato) - This is a mirror, matted with chemical etching. Satin can be the whole canvas or only the pattern as shown in the photo below. The satinato finish looks like a sandblast finish, but it looks sleeker and smoother.
Satinato in a kitchen apron
- Aged - the effect of a clouded surface with exfoliated amalgam is also achieved by chemical etching or by direct printing applied under the amalgam layer. Aged mirrors best fit in classic kitchen interiors.
- With amalgam pattern - the mirror can have any pattern or design that you want. He applied to the film by direct UV printing, which is then glued to the glass and covered with amalgam.
- Sandblasted - using the sandblasting method, you can draw a picture from the outside of the mirror (then the frost effect will turn out) or from the back side, that is, on the amalgam (then you will get the effect of drawing inside the mirror). An important nuance - a sandblasted mirror must be framed. In addition, keep in mind that it is not suitable for lining the apron, as it requires careful handling.
About mounting
Mirror structures should be mounted on flat surfaces. It is especially important to prepare the walls well if you install a sheet-glass apron or a full-wall mirror instead of wallpaper. You can mount the material in three ways:
- On fasteners (with drilling);
- On glue or liquid nails for mirrors (without drilling);
- On hooks (hidden installation with drilling walls).
Of these methods of attachment is the most reliable adhesive.
About care
Is it practical to use mirrors in the kitchen? On the one hand, they are not afraid of alkalis, or acids, or water, or soft brushes. The surface of the mirror is smooth and non-porous, so dirt and even grease stains are easily washed off. On the other hand, mirrors oblige to frequent cleaning, because they are beautiful only in its pure form. However, a lot here depends on their location. For example, a mirror apron is a solution either for those who are not afraid of cleaning, or for those who rarely cook. But the mirror, hanged, say, in the dining area, it is enough to wipe once a week.
- The easiest way to wipe the mirror with a microfiber cloth.
Application Ideas
- The mirror in the apron
Mirror apron is good because it allows the hostess to see what the household does while she is cooking, or to watch TV in the mirror reflection. And it also greatly increases the space. However, keep in mind that the worktop, sink, food and dirty dishes will always "double" in reflection. In this sense, and from the point of view of practicality, for finishing an apron it is better to choose a mirror mosaic.The following collection presents photo examples of the use of mirror mosaic in the kitchen.
Next in the slider are photos of mirror aprons in interiors of small kitchens.
And here is a selection of photo examples of facing apron mirror tiles.
- Decorative wall mirror in the working area
If there is a place in the working area of your kitchen that is free of wall cabinets, then you can fill the void with a wall mirror in the frame.
- By the way, by hanging a mirror opposite the window, you will make the kitchen much lighter, and if opposite the TV, you will be able to watch your favorite shows without interrupting cooking.
- Full wall
If the kitchen is small or narrow, then revealing one of the walls with a mirror instead of wallpaper, you will visually double the space. AT the interior of the kitchen-dining room in the photo below there are two walls lined with mirrors and framed with moldings.
- In the dining area
If you hang a mirror in front of the dining table, then according to the teachings of Feng Shui, you will attract wealth to the house, and according to nutritionists, you will stop overeating. Designers use this technique simply for zoning, increasing space, enhancing lighting and beauty.
- Keep in mind that the mirror must be of such a size that it does not cut the heads of those sitting at the table.
And here is a photo-examples of the design of the mirror bar.
- On the facades of the headset
A kitchen with mirrored fronts is an idea for the tidiest owners who will open the lockers just by holding the handles and often wipe the area around them. However, only part of the facades can be a mirror, then cleaning will not be so difficult. The following photo slider presents 6 examples of the design of a mirrored kitchen.
- On the ceiling
The mirror ceiling in the kitchen can be created using Armstrong's suspended ceiling system or with mirror slats.
- In the form of a wall panel or composition of wall mirrors of different sizes and shapes
From mirror tiles, mosaics or simply decorative mirrors of various shapes and sizes you can create a beautiful wall composition with your own hands. However, mirror panels are sold in finished form, and are made to order.
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