What are the precautions for installing bathroom cabinet mirrors? What are the installation steps?

We know that mirrors are an indispensable product in the bathroom, because we know that installing mirrors can make our entire bathroom environment brighter. We know that the space in the bathroom is relatively small, so if a mirror is installed, the entire space will appear more spacious, and we also use mirrors every day to freshen up, so it is very necessary to install bathroom cabinet mirrors , then there are some installation precautions that we need to understand during installation. Let’s introduce them to you below.

Precautions for installing bathroom cabinet mirrors

1. Before installing the bathroom mirror, you must make a setting plan in advance to avoid subsequent changes that damage the environment of the bathing space.

2. When installing, you can use expansion bolts. When drilling holes, pay attention to the type of tiles. If it is all-ceramic, use rhinestones and drill it bit by bit. Otherwise, it will be very easy to crack.

3. If you use glass glue to fix it, do not use acidic glass glue. You should choose neutral glue. Acidic glass glue usually reacts with the material on the back of the mirror, causing mottled mirror surfaces. Before applying glue, it is best to do a compatibility test to see if the glue is compatible with the material. Using special mirror glue will work best.

4. The installation height of the bathroom mirror is generally for standing and looking in the mirror. The lower edge of the bathroom mirror should be at least 135 cm from the ground. If the height difference between family members is relatively large, you can adjust it up or down. . Try to keep your face in the middle of the mirror, so that the imaging effect is better. Under normal circumstances, it is better to keep the center of the mirror 160-165 cm above the ground.

5. To fix the bathroom mirror, first measure the hook distance behind the mirror, then mark it on the wall and drill holes at the mark. If it is a ceramic tile wall, you need to use a glass drill bit to drill into the ceramic tile first, then use an impact drill or electric hammer to drill into 3CM. After drilling the hole, put in the plastic expansion tube, and then screw on the 3CM self-tapping screws, leaving 0.5CM outside. Then hang the mirror.

Things to note before installing the bathroom cabinet mirror

1. When installing the mirror headlight, pay attention to preventing glare. It is recommended to install a lampshade or choose a lamp with a frosted glass surface.

2. Mirror height: Under normal circumstances, it is better to keep the center of the mirror 160-165 cm above the ground.

3. It is best to frame the mirror in the bathroom. If it is not framed, it needs to be sealed and waterproofed.

4. When installing, be careful not to damage the wall, especially when hanging mirrors on tiled walls, try to punch holes at the joints of materials.

5. In addition to installing an ordinary mirror, it is recommended to install a stretchable magnifying glass above the washbasin.

6. When taking a bath, the mirror in the bathroom is blurred by steam. You can apply soap on the mirror surface and then wipe it with a dry cloth to prevent the mirror surface from being blurred.

7. You can wipe the dirt on the mirror with a soft cloth or gauze dipped in some kerosene or wax, but do not wipe it with a wet cloth, otherwise the mirror surface will be blurred and the glass will be easily corroded.

Introduction to the installation steps of bathroom cabinet mirrors

1. Base layer treatment

When building walls or columns, wooden bricks should be embedded in the wall. Its horizontal direction is equal to the width of the mirror, and its vertical direction is equal to the height of the mirror. When installing large-area mirrors, wooden bricks should be buried every 500mm in the horizontal and vertical directions. The wall must be plastered. Depending on the location, hot asphalt or linoleum must be applied to the plastering surface. The linoleum can also be sandwiched between the wood lining and the glass. The main purpose of these practices is to prevent moisture from damaging the wood. The lining plate is deformed to prevent the coating from falling off due to moisture and the mirror surface losing its luster.

2. Vertical reinforcements

Wall reinforcements are small wooden squares of 40*40mm or 50*50mm, which are nailed to the wooden bricks with iron nails. When installing small mirrors, two-way vertical reinforcements are usually used. When installing large mirrors, one-way vertical reinforcements can be used. The positions of the horizontal and solid wall reinforcements are consistent with the wooden bricks. The vertical ribs are required to be flat and straight to facilitate the fixation of the lining board and mirror. Therefore, horizontal and vertical lines should also be hung when erecting the ribs. Before installation, check whether the moisture-proof layer is in place. After the ribs are nailed, use a long ruler to check the flatness.

3. Nail lining board

The lining board is a 15mm thick wooden board or a 5mm thick plywood, which is connected to the wall reinforcement with small iron nails, and the nail heads are submerged into the board. The size of the lining board can be larger than the spacing between vertical bars, which can reduce the cutting process and increase the construction speed. The surface of the lining board is required to be free of warping and peeling, and the surface is smooth and clean. The gap between the boards should be at the vertical ribs.

4. Mirror installation

The construction of mirror installation includes: mirror cutting, mirror drilling and mirror fixing.

5. Mirror cutting

When installing a mirror of a certain size, a part of the mirror should be cut off. The cutting should be done on a table or a flat ground, with plywood laid on top. Or carpet. Place a large mirror on the table or the ground, measure the size according to the design requirements, use the ruler board as a support, use a glass knife to cut from the beginning to the end, move the cutting line of the mirror to the edge of the table, use the ruler board at one end Holding the other end in hand, quickly lower the board.

6. Mirror drilling

If you choose to drill a mirror fixed with screws, the location of the hole is usually at the corner of the mirror. First, place the mirror on the table or the ground, measure the size according to the drilling position, mark the drilling point with a plastic pen, or drill a small hole with a glass drill, then water the area to be drilled, and drill the diameter of the drill bit Should be larger than the screw diameter. When drilling, keep watering the mirror surface until it is drilled through. Be careful to use less force when drilling through.

7. Mirror fixation

When the mirror is installed, there are usually five fixing methods: screw fixation, nail fixation, adhesive fixation, pressure fixation and adhesive support fixation. .

What we have introduced above is related to the installation precautions for bathroom cabinet mirrors. We should have some understanding of this issue. We know that bathroom cabinet mirrors are also essential in the bathroom. is a product that we use every day, so it is also very important to choose a more comfortable bathroom cabinet mirror. Then when installing the bathroom mirror, you should also pay attention to some related content, so that the installation will be more appropriate.