‘Self-reflection’ – Photo Courtesy: Maria Morri
You spend more time in your hallway than you might think. Most busy families walk up and down the halls all day long. Considering how much time you spend walking through it, decorating the walls with something nice can make it more appealing. Different ideas range from artwork to family photographs. The hallways in most homes are narrow and dark. This can be solved by adding decorative mirrors. Mirrors can help make a space appear bigger and brighter. Finding beautiful mirrors for your hallway can be fun and easy.
Shopping Online
Silver Leaf Circle Framed Mirror
The internet is always a great place to shop. With millions of manufacturers and vendors at your fingertips, you can find just about anything .Your options in decorative mirrors are endless. You will immediately see all your choices in size, shape, and color. Whether you have a modern, Spanish, or eclectic style home, you should be able to find the perfect piece to go with the décor you already have. Most manufacturers are skilled at shipping mirrors, so you never have to worry about them being shipped safely. The internet will allow you to find unique mirrors that you may not find in your local area.
Looking at Antique Shops
Above: You may find a beautiful vintage mirror at an antique shop. Photo Courtesy: Beatrice Murch
You can spend the day looking for decorative hall mirrors at antique shops, too. No matter what style your home is, you should be able to find interesting, unique vintage hall mirrors that will add to the beauty of your home. Antique shops, estate sales, flea markets, and yard sales can be great places to spend the day looking for a beautiful mirror. You can also use the internet to find vintage sellers. With a quick search on eBay, you will find thousands of vintage sellers and vendors who offer beautiful mirrors as well as other products. It can be a great place to find something at an affordable price.
Creating Your Own Decorative Mirrors
If you are more artistic, you should consider creating your own decorative mirror. Shop for something simple and plain, and add your own artistic touch to it. Your local hardware store, discount mall, or department store should have nice, simple mirrors in stock.
Hand painted wood hallway mirrors, modern Mexican style, by Arcelia Barbero Gomez in Zona Centro, Guadalajara, Jalisco, Mexico. Photo Courtesy: Wonderlane
With a trip to the art supply store, you can get ideas on how to decorate your own mirror. You can paint the frame of a mirror or add additional pieces to make it truly unique. You can also create replica antique pieces. This can be a project the whole family can take part in.
When decorating your home, don’t forget the hallway. Just a little something extra hanging on the walls can make a real difference.
Eric Blair writes about interior design and using wall mirrors from www.inlineovals.com to spruce up the overall look and feel.
