Putting A Frame Around An Existing Mirror

Measure the outside dimensions of the frame so it overlaps the mirror.

Putting a frame around an existing mirror.

To adhere the wood to the mirror i used a liquid nail product that is specifically designed for mirrors. I have been wanting to frame my bathroom mirrors since well forever. These types of mirrors are also known as floating mirrors or construction ready mirrors. I didn t have clips on my mirror but did have a countertop on the bottom to work around i decided to make my boards overlap on top of the mirrror a good bit.

Determine trim style and positioning of trim around mirror to obtain measurements specific to mirror being framed. Be sure to leave at least 2 of material to the outside of the frame so it can be properly joined in the corners. Have materials cut at a home improvement store and consider using style of door casings in home as inspiration for the look of the mirror frame. Since this frame is floating on not attached to an existing mirror already mounted to the wall a margin of overlap is left to conceal the edge of the mirror.

Use measurements to cut lengths of primed mdf baseboard. You can use this method to put a frame around a mirror that is already attached to a wall or to frame a mirror before hanging it. Cut the corners on the frame square if using plinth blocks or at a 45 angle if mitered.