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ARe the mirrors too small scale?

13 years ago
I just found some metallic round mirrors I liked and think they match the mostly neutral master bedroom I have that I am slowly re-doing (new nightstands are next on my list!)
Anyway when I first put them up i thought they looked ok, but now it seems like the scale is not right and they are looking too small on that large wall. What's your input?

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  • PRO
  • 13 years ago
    I agree. Both the mirrors and the lamps seem a little small for the scale of the bed and the wall.
  • 13 years ago
    Yes...could you paint a rectangle or two squares around them in a contrasting color and add a little trim around those?
  • 13 years ago
    Yes---you need larger mirrors (3) or one BIG mirror. Lamps, at least the shades, need to be changed to taller and slight pattern. Hope this is helpful. Pretty room... :) Good Luck![houzz=
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    ] I'd suggest moving the mirrors to behind your bedside lamps.




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  • 13 years ago
    fbugza
    we would love to see an update of the changes made :)
  • 13 years ago
    I love the large mirror you posted above...it's in my ideabook! Anyways, I think three of those smaller mirrors would work nicely in a row above your bed instead of two. Looking great!
  • 13 years ago
    yes. 3 mirrors or 1 larger one. OR put the existing mirrors behind the lamps and one big one above headboard.
  • 13 years ago
    Here's a quick pic i took to update what i did! Got a third mirror and new side tables that are higher. I realize the lamps are too narrow/small but it's something i'll probably update later when I move houses later this year! iA
  • 13 years ago
    add a larger mirror in between them or a large picture.
  • 13 years ago
    @ 14thstreet. I found that large mirror in silver for just $50! I think i'll hang it in my living room
  • 13 years ago
    where did you find it????? I want one too! :)
  • 13 years ago
    Just a quick comment. Something to consider once you move if your going to use this same arrangement, hang the mirrors 4-6" lower than they currently are. I like the relaxing feel of this room, good choices!!!!
  • 13 years ago
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    If your previous nightstands are also too short in the guest room, consider adding simple blocky legs (stained the same or painted black) to them and either painting the entire piece or simply adding isimple hardware. (I kinda liked them with your simple straight lined headboard) I also like small mirrors like yours just above and outside of the lamps on either side of a bed.
    I'm working on a guest room with a similar issue, but have an arched headboard, making it an even tougher challenge......
    You may consider updating the ceiling fan with a single glass shade light kit
    Your room looks very calm and relaxing /nice so far !
  • 13 years ago
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    hanging those two mirrors vertically on that piece of wall to the right between the corner and curtain. The center of the top one should be 60" above the floor and the other one about 6" below it.
    Try a drum chandy in place of the fan.
  • 13 years ago
    fbugza, I really like the latest photo of your bedroom. Very nice.
  • 13 years ago
    I'm renting the home now so not bothered about investing too much time or money into it to be honest!! And 14thstreet, can u believe I found it at Burlington?!!
  • 13 years ago
    If you really love your mirrors why not put them on the side wall near your bed? Buy something to match them but on a bigger scale.
  • 13 years ago
    Your room is perfect as it is do not add anything more..... it's beautiful....
  • 13 years ago
    Hang mirrors over each lamp. That will extend the height of lamps and make the mirrors a part of larger group. Put something else over bed.
  • 13 years ago
    or you could put brown throw pillows on the bed....
  • 13 years ago
    Yes, too small. If you like the mirror look go with one larger mirror.
  • PRO
    13 years ago
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    Use the mirrors behind taller lamps, high enough not to cover the mirrors. Add 3 large artwork above the bed but hang away from the headboard about 8"-10".
  • 13 years ago
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    Fbyuga, great job, that extra mirror made a big difference !
  • PRO
    13 years ago
    Oh, just saw the 3 mirrors. That looks nice. You might move them closer to the headboard? About 1 ft down. Just a thought.
  • 13 years ago
    Definitely didn't think about lowering them, will have to keep that in mind for next time
  • 13 years ago
    Burlington! I am envious, too bad the nearest Burlington is 2+hrs from me. I think your room is looking great, I agree about possibly lowering the mirrors but the overall effect is very soothing.
  • 13 years ago
    Yes the mirrors are way too small. You may want to find some night stands that are taller so your lamp shades will be raised above the top of the headboard. I used a very large iron piece and think it looks great!
  • PRO
    13 years ago
    Agree with LB Interiors. With three mirrors, they look exponentially better. Yes...bring down a little as well.
  • 13 years ago
    Yes quite small so it makes it look miniature