Also the fact that you say a large mirror will reflect more light and make the room appear bigger would be a huge benefit because the living room is.
Mirrors above fireplace mantels.
A mirror is a foolproof option for above a fireplace but if you re going to try this tried and true styling trick opt for a statement mirror with major impact.
We love the look of a rococo plaster or baroque gilt italian frame for a traditional interior.
Not only do mirrors add a touch of glamour but they also create the illusion of a more open space.
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A traditional rectangular mirror in an ornate frame conveys luxury and elegance while a circular mirror with a minimal frame makes a more contemporary statement.
Mirrors above the fireplace basics.
Fireplace mantels were lowered and large horizontal mirrors often in elaborate gold frames were mounted above them.
For more modern spaces a large sunburst design could be an eye catching choice.
I think that a mirror above the fireplace could be the perfect accent piece and you make a great point that i should look at all the different styles and shapes of mirrors before choosing one.
For a classic look the width of the mantel or the fireplace if there is no mantel.
The facts are confirmed to us by the large mirrors over fireplace mantels at the end of the 17th century but over mantel mirrors became especially widespread during the regency period.
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