Frame A Bathroom Mirror

The easiest way to frame a bathroom mirror is to avoid angled miter cuts. So to do this, use decorative wood blocks, so all your cuts are straight 90 degrees. I decided to frame my large builder placed mirrors when I noticed the moisture lines starting on the mirror. It was pretty easy to do.

You only need some patience and painting skills. Many people avoid doing this project because of the mirror brackets at the top. Well there is a easy solution to this problem. Just replace the brackets with a 1 inch washer, so it holds the mirror in place, while laying flat. Then you can apply the casing right over the mirror for a clean look. I will walk through what to do, step-by-step in this post.

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Supplies

1 package of 1/8 in x 1 in fender washer (need 2-4)
Screwdriver
Drop cloth
Painting tape
Semi-gloss paint of your choice
1 1/2 inch angled paint brush
2 3/4 inch – 3 1/2 in x 1 inch wooden blocks – you need 4 for each mirror. Select the size based on the casing you purchased.
Casing (found at your local home improvement store)
Miter saw or miter box with saw – the box will work just fine for this project
Tape measure
Pencil
Construction adhesive – I used LOCTITE PL 530 Mirror, Marble & Granite
Goo Gone and scraper

Directions For How To Frame A Bathroom Mirror

Measure the length and height of the existing mirror or space.
Cut off a small end of the casing so that it is straight (they are not straight at the ends). Then make your cuts with a manual or electric miter saw.
Next, paint the casing and wood blocks in the desired paint color. Allow it to fully dry. If you paint before hanging, you will only have to do touch ups as you frame a bathroom mirror.

Remove the mirror clips, one at a time. Then replace with a washer, so the casing will be a flat as possible.

Start from the bottom and glue on the corner blocks. I painted my bathroom first and did not clean up the paint on the mirror, since I know the molding would cover it.