How To Remove A Bathroom Mirror
Whether throwing away an old mirror or re-locating an existing mirror to another part of the home, caution and procedure are important for what may seem a relatively simple task. Mirrors are generally constructed using a sheet of glass with a reflective coating painted over top, often tin, silver or paint. Glass is used due to its unique ability to produce a very smooth finish, an essential component for reflection. This of course means mirrors are highly susceptible to shattering if dropped and depending on size can be quite heavy. Be sure to properly gauge the weight of the mirror if you have never moved it before, a mirror that is larger than 2 to 3 ft. squared should generally not be handled alone. Bathroom mirrors are usually fixed to the wall via brackets or clips which can be found on each corner. To remove the mirror without damaging the clips you must lift straight up from the bottom edge, there should be a small amount of play in the upper brackets. This play will allow the bottom end of the mirror to swing free from its brackets. Slowly move the bottom end away from the wall while allowing the top end to lean against the wall. Use one hand to hold the bottom of the mirror while the other slides up to the top and pulls the top part of the mirror away from the wall. To do this the mirror may have to be lowered slightly to free it from the upper brackets. If working with another person be sure to work carefully and in tandem so as to avoid any unnecessary accidents. Using this procedure should help to make the job efficient and easy. For exceptionally large mirrors use a third person to hold up the weight of the mirror in the middle. For installation suggestions see bathroom-mirror.info