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What color should I paint this mirror?

13 years ago
I've recently painted the walls revere pewter and have a new white sofa. I love this pink mirror but I realize it no longer goes with my decor. I can't afford to get anything new right now (esp Art that size) so would like to try to paint the mirror so it can work in this room for the time being. It is sort of a galvanized metal material (think license plate material). I'm wondering if I should spray paint it shiny black or white? Or maybe something else?

I'm going to have the teal urns in the photos turned into lamps. I'm also including a close up of the colors in my oriental rug. The walls aren't as green as they appear in the pics.

I've just finished painting so I cleared all my accessories out and am trying to thoughtfully decide what to being back in. So please excuse the bare tables. I'm going for transitional, chic, stylish.

Thank you!!!

Comments (44)

  • 13 years ago
    I would paint it the rust color in your carpet. Second choice would be black.
  • PRO
    13 years ago
    I would spray paint it like your coffee table and keep them similar.
  • PRO
    13 years ago
    You could spray paint the handles on the end table so all metal surfaces have the same finish.
  • 13 years ago
    Thanks for those ideas. My only concern with trying to match it to the gold from coffee table is that it might look glaringly crafty. Do you have any experience with gold spray paint?
  • 13 years ago
    Does anyone know if you can stain metal?
  • 13 years ago
    I am thinking black because there is a lot of white ..and black will anchor that wall..also there appears to be black on urns.
  • 13 years ago
    Try Rub and Buff? No personal experience with it but I have seen it used a lot in blog land.
  • 13 years ago
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    the coffee table appears to be a burnished gold/antiqued brass color? -- if you can match that, it will be stunning.

    If you paint it a color, I'm afraid it is going to look "crafty" -- like something you would see in a childs room.

    I think I would buy gold spray paint, and one of the "aging" or "antiquing" liquids that you rub into the cracks. Just keep going until you get the garish shine under control.

    I think your room is very pretty by the way -- you are on the right track!
  • 13 years ago
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    You'd do much better to put the mirror somewhere else since it reflects the TV. Go with a print or painting hung 5 or 6" above the back of the sofa...art will need to be rather large...2/3 the size of your sofa. You've got beautiful pieces but the two matching vases are not working in their locations. Try displaying them together but elevate one on a stack of books or a base. Try standing the mirror on the floor somewhere...it's very nice but not above the sofa. Love your rug and coffee table.
  • 13 years ago
    Thanks Leelee for your ideas. Like I said the urns are being turned into lamps. Also, my sofa is 90" long and I can't afford a 60" wide piece of art at the moment. That's my long term goal.
  • 13 years ago
    Sorry, I missed the urn lamp idea but it's a good one. How much would be in your budget for a large picture?
  • 13 years ago
    Mccusaf, thanks for the great link!
  • 13 years ago
    Leelee, I could maybe afford $200 including frame unless it was on a canvas.
  • PRO
    13 years ago
    You have the beginnings of a wonderful room. I really like your choices and color selection, especially the pops of color and pattern which you have selected. On that note, I think I would look again at the color chart and paint the mirror frame several shades darker than the Revere Pewter. It will blend with the room but not be a focal point. I'd also add some art on either side of the frame for some interest or even some complementary metal pieces in a dark color. Try a black lampshade on those lamps, much more chic than white. Good Luck, post some finished pictures.
  • 13 years ago
    Try using Oil-Rubbed Bronze spray paint by RustOleum in a matte finish. Also known as ORB, it is popular on the DIY websites for transforming all kinds of mirrors, frames and lighting fixtures. It is a very dark brown color with tiny flecks of copper which will pick up the dark colors of your area rug and the metal finish of your coffee table. I love this spray paint color, I have used it on several older, more ornate picture frames to make them look more modern and contemporary. I also think it would be a nice contrast with your lovely white sofa. Good luck!

    more modern and contemporary. I think it will also make a nice contrast to your lovely white sofa.
  • 13 years ago
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    Your room is so beautiful! And Revere Pewter is such a great choice!
    To match the gold from the coffee table you could try this
    http://www.homedepot.com/p/Martha-Stewart-Living-10-oz-Vintage-Gold-Satin-Metallic-Paint-259285/202587588#.UXKip8pZjKU

    And if you want only spray application this could be your choice - the paint looks thin enough to work, but I'd play on something else before going to apply it on the mirror's frame.
    http://www.homedepot.com/p/Preval-Sprayer-Pro-Pack-0225/203826736#.UXKkcMpZjKU

    Rub and Buff is also a great choice - European Gold might match the gold you are looking for.

    Hope this helps!
  • 13 years ago
    Crazy as it sounds, what about gloss turquoise to blend with the urns. There is also a hammered or metallic turquoise spray paint but I cannot think of the name at the moment. I do agree with the black lampshades tho.
  • 13 years ago
    Help, need objective eye on how to place furniture. This is a small condo in the mountains, going for cozy.
  • 13 years ago
    Suzanne, I think you accidentally posted your dilemma under my thread. Go back and try it again. You'll get lots of ideas that way:)
  • 13 years ago
    I love your furniture. You have great style, I wouldn't try to match the mirror to anything since that's not your style. I like the idea of pewter or silvers to mimic tin. I have gold leafed many items in my home. I once gold leaved a large coffee table and a mirror in my dining room. You can buy a silver leaf kit and do your mirror like that. Kits are about $25 from craft stores or online.
  • 13 years ago
    I really appreciate all these ideas. Running out for a bit but will be back soon to contemplate!
  • PRO
    13 years ago
    A walnut brown color.....I would not make it a color--put those into your pillows or a painting. Just keep this neutral.
  • 13 years ago
    A turquoise colour but leave the pink showing through.
  • 13 years ago
    I would god or silver leaf it to be similar to the coffee table finish. That way, if you change your accessory colours in the future the mirror will still work.
  • 13 years ago
    Here is another vote for orb - Reflective metallic is more traditional than where you are headed. love your blue mix - may i I suggest that your end table would be amazing in another shade of duck egg blue chalk paint?
  • PRO
    13 years ago
    How about a color similar to the walls, just a shade or two darker.
  • 13 years ago
    I would go with yellow to make it pop. I'm not a fan of matchy matchy but I think the yellow is still neutral enough yet will contrast nicely with the blues scattered around the room.
  • 13 years ago
    I'm calling around trying to locate the rustoleum oil rubbed bronze spray paint. I saw some pics online and it looks awesome.
  • 13 years ago
    Blue like your chair and pillow, or maybe a dark teal. I'd go with a fun color, but deep enough to compliment the oriental.
  • 13 years ago
    It looks like more than one color is what will work best: a base coat & then a glaze or darker color that you wipe off so that it shows in the recessed areas. For instance, if you choose a gold metallic, then apply a thinned coat of black that is wiped off. You might could try applying black over the existing finish to cover the pink. Is it a pressed metal? What about removing some of the paint so that the metal shows through? Is that an option? Love your rug & urns!
  • 13 years ago
    Are u going to make those lamps soon? I think those urns are interesting.
  • 13 years ago
    WOW! What a transformation, it looks great!
  • 13 years ago
    We need wall paint color blue and white connects Recommend to a degree of purple with a red carpet
  • 13 years ago
    I like the dark frame and how it picks up the darkness of the oriental rug. Save up for art : ) Looks great!
  • 13 years ago
    Thanks ladies. I'm thrilled with it.
  • 13 years ago
    That's all that matters!
  • 13 years ago
    Looks great!
  • 13 years ago
    Good choice!
  • 13 years ago
    Really changes the room x
  • PRO
    13 years ago
    Looks great!! Its really coming together!
  • 13 years ago
    I would paint indigo or pick a blue light to match with sofa and chairs and the walls.
  • 13 years ago
    Pale butter color.. BM key lime cream.. (I think stage name) will give it a nice warm tone and complement the blue and the rug colors.