You guys, I can’t believe I have a middle schooler. I know, I know, I’ve been having a pity party for myself for two weeks. But, I’m finally coming to terms with it. This past week, I helped Handy Boy #1 de-clutter his room and carve out a space for him to do his homework (without being interrupted by his younger brother.) We moved his furniture around and actually had a lot of fun talking and working together.
I also installed a mirror on his door. Although he’s not obsessed with how he looks or dresses yet, I know that time is coming soon. Instead of putting up a cheapy plastic-framed mirror, I worked with MirrorMate to test out their new READYFrame kit. You may remember when I ordered a custom MirrorMate frame for that ugly and naked mirror in my sons’ bathroom. It still looks great today (although I painted it blue for a new look.)
MirrorMate now sells pre-made frames that fit several of the standard sized mirrors you can buy at Lowe’s, IKEA or HomeDepot. I chose the Essex Crosshatch Silver and the tall 16″ x 58″ mirror from Lowe’s.
I didn’t need to purchase any hanging hardware because MirrorMate ships it with your frame.
Want to see how easy it was to hang and dress up the mirror? I’ll give you a hint, it was easy and it looks beautiful!
Materials:
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- MirrorMateREADYFrame
- Screwdriver (or drill with phillips head bit)
- Rubber mallet (or hammer)
- Tape measure
- Pencil
- Level
- Wet wipe
- Heavy book or weight
- Thumbtack or pin
- Rubbing alcohol
- Cotton ball or rag
- A helper
Assembling the Frame:
Open up the READYFrame box and remove the frame connectors from the packaging.
Remove the top from the glue and peel off the seal. Poke a thumbtack in the glue bottle to create a hole in the nozzle. Apply glue to the edges of theREADYFrame.
Line up the frame corners and insert the frame connectors (rounded edge first) into the slots. Hammer the connectors into place with the rubber mallet.
Flip the frame over and wipe off any excess glue with a wet wipe.
When all four corners are connected, set a few heavy books or weights on top of the frame and set your timer for one hour. Don’t move your frame until the timer goes off.
Hanging the Mirror:
While the glue is drying on the frame, measure the center of your door. Then mark the top, bottom and two side dimensions of your mirror.
Install three of the provided mirror clips (one on the top right side, one on the lower right side, and one on the bottom. For a wider mirror, you’ll need to install two bottom clips and one side clip.)
Carefully lift the mirror and rest it inside the three clips.
While keeping one hand on the mirror, use a level to make sure your mirror is plumb.
Install one clip on the left side to hold the mirror in place.
Install the last two clips and slip the rubber bumpers under the clips to keep the mirror from rattling.
Clean the edges of the mirror with rubbing alcohol.
Put together the cardboard corners that shipped with the READYFrame. Apply the double stick tape to the back where indicated.
Remove the backing on the double stick tape.
Lift theREADYFrame up and level it against the mirror. Once the frame is positioned perfectly, have your helper press the cardboard corners inside the READYFrame.
Remove the frame and pull off the tape backing from the back of the frame.
Carefully put the frame back on the corners and the mirror. Once the tape sticks to the mirror it will be difficult to remove. Press the frame firmly onto the mirror. (If you make a mistake, you need to take a string or dental floss and run it between the tape and the mirror to remove the frame.)
Remove the cardboard corners and the low tack double stick tape.
Stand back and admire that beautiful new framed mirror!
My son likes his new teen-ready room. And I like that he has a quiet place to do his homework. What do you think? Does this room need anything else to help him transition?
What about you? Do you have a child that is quickly growing up? Would you like to put a mirror in their room? Or would you like to put up a beautiful mirror somewhere else in your house?
This is an example of the IKEA Godmorgon mirrors framed with MirrorMateREADYFrame. Gorgeous, right?!
With 16 frames to choose from, you’re sure to find one that fits your style. And a mirror would look beautiful in your foyer, bathroom, hallway, dining room, living room or any room that needs more light.
Disclosure: This is a sponsored post for MirrorMate and READYFrame. I was compensated for my time and for writing this post, although I was not told what to write. I am very particular about the brands I work with and will always tell you if you are reading a sponsored post.
Loving the Lexington Metallic Ash frame. Gorgeous!
I like the Chelsea Classic White frame.
I’m loving the Essex Crosshatch Silver that you used. It would be perfect to dress up a mirror I just brought home from the thrift store.
I like the old world silver frame. Great idea…..
Wow! I love these! It makes the room look a little bigger. I want them in my room. Haha.
Love the Chelsea bronze frame.
i like the cherokee espresso walnut
I love the Bellemeade Vintage Silver!
the bellemeade vintage champagne is my favorite
I just love the Bellemeade Vintage Silver
I love the Grandezza Aged Silver mirror! Very classy!
I love the Permaquid Slim Old World silver!
I would have to say that the Chelsea Classic White is my favorite
I love the Acadia oil bronzed!
Chelsea Classic White is my first pick!
Bellemeade Vintage Silver would look perfect in my bedroom
I’m not in the contest since I live outside the States. Very nice job. The room looks terrific.
I just wanted to let you know how much you’ve inspired me. This step-by-step reminded me of the flat box bedroom furniture we just assembled – not too hard if you just follow directions. I’ve refinished two chests of drawers, spray painted a file cabinet, patina-ed metal plaques and stenciled drawer contents on them and made a chalk board plaque inspired by your cabinet door tutorial. I linked to your tutorial. I rely on your review and recommendations, but most importantly on the great illustrated step-by-steps.
Pemaquid Slim Sliver looks great to me. Nice giveaway and great idea, thanks for sharing!
I love the Bellameade Vintage Silver!
Love, love, love the Essex Silver Cross Hatch….gorgeous! !!!
I like the Broadway brushed chrome! This is a great giveaway and would great in the bathroom we are building in the basement!
I like the Grandezza Bronze frame. It would look great in my guest bathroom that needs something to counterbalance the bright white walls.
Love the wood crackle…need to update my bathroom. Would love this…looks so easy!
I would love the Mediterra Glazed Earth to put on my inherited Mother’s mirror she bought back in 1945. It is a huge beast and has need a frame for over 70 years. This would be the PERFECT answer for this mirror
The Chelsea Espresso would match what everything else in my house, but I just love the Lexington Metallic Ash.
I love the Broadway Brushed Chrome mirror frame!
Great finishes and so many possibilities. I am ready to refinish my bathroom and upgrading a builder grade mirror makes so much sense.
I like the Acadia Oiled Bronze and the Lexington Metallic Ash frames. I know pretty different from each other. Thanks for the giveaway.
I love the Chelsea Expresso, or White 🙂
Espresso 🙂
I love the Grandezza Bronze. What a great product! Thank You
I’m thrilled to hear about MirrorMate! I’ve always thought this was a much needed product. I love the Grandezza Bronze for my house. Thank you!
I love the Pemaquid slim silver, but really almost any of the styles would be something I’d like. Thanks for the opportunity.
I have to say the Chelsea Classic white, this would be ideal in a bathroom freshen up I am doing.
I like the old world silver frame.
So many beautiful frames I like them all. I’m loving the Pemaquid Slim Dark Bronze!!
Love the Essex Crosshatch Silver, beautiful!
I like the Pemaquid Slim Old World Silver.
Broadway brushed chrome or Chelsea classic white would be my 2 favorites. I’ve wanted to frame my bathroom mirror since I moved in over a decade ago. Mirror Mate looks like a perfect solution!
I love the Acadia Oiled Bronze frame.
I was looking at Lowes this past week for a long mirror for my closet door maybe this is Karma. Love the way your mirror looks. I like the Providence since it would match my bathroom mirrors.
Thanks for the giveaway! My favorite is the Cherokee Espresso Walnut.
I like the Grandezza Aged Silver!
The Permaquid Slim Old World silver would look great in my house
Love the old world silver frame!!
i really need the Chelsea espresso for my new bathroom. i just finished tiling the tub surround and the floor. Now im ready to paint the cabinet and hang the mirror. Thanks for the chance to win!
Pemaquid Slim Dark Bronze!
Providence Oiled Bronze
I like the Chelsea classic white
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The Chelsea Brushed Bronze is my fav.
I love the espresso frame
I like the Chelsea Classic white
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the essex crosshatch looks great.
I love the Grandezza in Silver!
All of them are super pretty but I LOVE the vintage champagne one!
My favorite is Essex Crosshatch Silver.
I like the Cherokee Espresso Walnut frame!
I like Pemaquid Slim Dark Bronze frame
The Broadway Brushed Chrome Slim Line is my favorite.
i have a number of mirrors this would work on!
the Permaquid Slim Old World silver looks beautiful
the old world silver frame looks great
I love the Acadia Oiled Bronze!
I love the Arcadia Oiled Bronze!