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Blank wall in foyer

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I am thinking of putting a large mirror on wall in my foyer. I don't really have room to put a table or bench under it. Would just a mirror be OK or do I need something under it? I'm stuck!!



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  • PRO
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    I'm going to veto the mirror...too much competition from the doors.

    Art?




    Rene M thanked oncape
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    Please show the opposite wall and provide a photo of the entire space.

  • PRO
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    I think a large piece of art that makes you smile is always an awesome thing to welcome guests .

    Rene M thanked Patricia Colwell Consulting
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    The opposite wall is actually the dining room wall. Here is a view of the other side of doors.

    I understand the feedback on too much competition with front door and the light coming through.


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    The OP wants a mirror. I suspect that would make ’her’ ”smile”.

    And if that is the case, @Rene M - I would recommend you delete your post now, if possible. You have the answer. A slim floating shelf.

    Rene M thanked freedomplace1
  • PRO
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    Seems to me that you have plenty of space for a narrow console table and mirror.








    Rene M thanked BeverlyFLADeziner
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    Those are double doors, aren't they? There is no room for a floating shelf. Opening the door on the right (as you enter)/left as you exit) would put the end of the shelf right through the glass of the door.


    A mirror is fine. There's only just enough room for mirror, though—you can't use one with any depth to the frame. I do like the ones Maureen posted in her comment.

    Rene M thanked amystoller
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    Consider some of the beautiful full-length mirrors @Maureen suggests. I wouldn't worry about "competing" with the doors. The mirror will reflect the light coming in from the door.

    Rene M thanked housegal200
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    If it’s a slim, floating shelf- it should not be a problem. One that has corners that are a bit rounded, even better. You can put the floating shelf and mirror at a safe distance from the door. The mirror does not have to necessarily be perfectly centered on the wall. Safety first. Plus, you can get a door stopper that would stop the door short of banging into the wall- which is not a bad idea to do this- when any glass door is involved.

    I like @Maureen‘s ideas, also. But the same concerns would still apply- if any mirror is too close to the door swing- and if people are going to slam the door into the wall. So no matter what you decide to put there- get a door stopper.

    Rene M thanked freedomplace1
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    And in fact, a mirror that is mounted, and higher up on the wall, could very well be safer in this situation than any low mounted or free-standing full length mirror.

    Rene M thanked freedomplace1
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    @Maureen, can you tell me where you got the arched floor length mirror with plant to the left? It is stunning!

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    Rene M, I can't vouch for their quality, and please note that these links are for different sizes. But both are similar, if not identical, to the one that I think you meant of those mirrors that Maureen posted images of. I found them using Google Image Search.


    https://www.amazon.com/Antok-Decorative-Farmhouse-Mirrors-Entryway/dp/B0DMWB7KDN?th=1


    https://www.amazon.com/Mirrors-Mounted-Bedroom-Entryway-Hanging/dp/B0DJSXL4J1?th=1

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    This type of mirror can be found at a lower price, depending on its quality. Try searching Pinterest for a ”large black framed arched mirror” and you’ll see lots of options.


  • PRO
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    Only one leaf of a double door is typically opened on a regular basis. Depending on the hardware, that can be the door furthest away from the wall.

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    I mean- really, Beverly. Unless there is a need to use both doors on a regular basis for accessibility, such as for wheel chair, I understand. I don’t know the situation.


    Whatever the case, be careful with these full-length low mounted or free standing mirrors in that area. Beyond foot traffic concerns, if the entry door adjacent to the wall swings back to that wall- the door handle, alone, could potentially shatter such a mirror, if it’s placed within the range.




  • PRO
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    very similar to your space.








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    Perhaps a hanging tapestry, or other textile art, would be safer!

  • PRO
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    Do you love your front doors? Do you love your dining room? If you don't then do not do a mirror because that is what you will be seeing reflected in the mirror. A statement piece of art or dependng on ceiling height a beautiful wallpaper mural.