What is a mirror?: Antique Glass Mirrors

Mirrors have been used by people for long periods of time within their houses, workplaces, restaurants, airports, public bathrooms and some people even carry them around in their handbags. Whatever their purpose, mirrors are used by thousands of people around the world. But what exactly is a mirror?

If you look up the word ‘mirror’ in Google, you get a variety of definitions that include; any polished or glass surface that generates images using the reflection of light, something that gives a true image, an accurate depiction or to simply reflect.

How is a mirror made? Glass is shaped and then coated with tin (II) chloride, silver, chemical activator, copper and paint.

There are also different types of mirror glass. One of the most popular at the moment is antique mirror glass because it has a number of uses such as kitchen bench tops, decorative pieces or for reflective purposes. There are also different styles available such as vintage, marbled, speckled and mottled in a wide range of colours to suit everyone’s tastes.

Websites such as www.saligodesign.com make antique mirror glass to order with either pre-drilled holes or adhesive for wall attachment. Usually their mirrors are made 4mm to 6mm in thickness but that can be increased depending on the use intended.

Some companies such the one which runs the website mentioned above will also source styles appropriate to a specific use the ones listed do not meet your requirements.

A mirror can completely change the style of any room that you place it in. It can create a feeling of refreshment and peace that everyone would like to have in the comfort of their own home. In order to make sure that your mirror is exactly what you require, some companies will also send out samples so that you can use to make the right choice for home, to suit your personality and style.

You use an antique mirror to see your face; you use works of art to see your soul.