Many designers prefer mastic instead of clips because the edges of the mirror are not interrupted.
How to hang a mirror on a wall with glue.
While framed mirrors can be hung in the same way as picture frames you ll use a different set of approaches to hang a frameless mirror.
Hold the mirror in place just over the.
Frameless mirrors attach to a wall with mirror clips or special glue known as mirror mastic.
To learn how to hang a wall mirror with cleats or adhesive scroll down.
Apply mirror adhesive to the back of the mirror and or to the wall following the manufacturer s instructions.
Step 3 apply glue to the mirror.
These often rest directly on the bath countertop backsplash for support and are fixed to the wall using mirror adhesive.
Another is to glue the mirror to the wall with a special adhesive.
Mark the location of the mirror then stage the mirror close to its final position.
Apply the glue on the mirror back at least 1 inch in from the mirror s outer edge.
How to hang a frameless mirror using adhesive.
If you re not hanging the mirror on a stud you may want to insert a wall anchor with the hook for extra support.
If you do the glue will seep out and cause a mess.
Step 4 fix the mirror to the wall.
Run a bead of glue all the way around the mirror along with several beads in its middle.
Load the the special mirror glue into the caulk gun and apply it to the back of the mirror being careful not to put the glue too close to the edge of the wall side of the mirror.
Finally hang the mirror on the hook and adjust it so it s straight.