What size mirror over fireplace?
Hi all,
I am looking for a mirror to put over my fireplace, and I'm wondering what size I should go for.
The space between the ceiling and top of fireplace is 108cm, and the width of the chimney breast is 140cm. I will be going for a round mirror, what size will work best?
This is the look that I'm going for:
The mirror I'm currently looking at is 100cm in diameter, and I'm concerned it might be too large!
Thanks
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donnao90
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8 years agoAre you totally set on round? The traditional look for those fireplaces is an over-mantle mirror and most were made wider than higher so that they fit the space. You can give them a modern twist by painting / spraying the frames and of course you can now buy modern versions. The shape and size of them spreads more light!
orlac2 thanked User Hazzles Hazzles
8 years agoI agree with bagpuss and think a rectangular mirror works better over a fireplace. This website tells you exactly the measurements to take to work out the correct size.
Lauren
8 years agoorlac2
8 years agoLauren
8 years agoHow about one like this then:
http://www.brandinteriors.co.uk/somerford-round-wall-mirror-by-gallery-11798-p.asp
Its probably a better size proportionately and picks up on some of the lines in the fire surround. Could be styled as either contemporary or classic.
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