How to make a reclaimed wood Antiques hall tree mirror
There is nothing like cleaning out stuff you don’t need.
Because it makes room for stuff you do!
And thanks to my most recent purging efforts, I finally had the space to outfit this reclaimed wood Antiques hall tree mirror for the bedroom!
Remember my empty corners post? I’ve always felt this bedroom corner needed a tall mirror on an angle, which proved to be a challenge.
So I thought of buying a fancy pants mirror at a store. But once I looked online for ideas, the concept looked relatively easy to make with some barn wood I had left over from the big haul.
I hoped anyway.
After going through the mirrors I had hanging around, I decided on this el cheapo tall variety I’ve had for YEARS.
It wasn’t as big as I would have liked, but perhaps if I beefed up the frame enough, it could be?
Certainly I could figure out something unique that would chime in well with the barn door headboard…
I was certainly gonna try!
I ended up LOVING the final result! The mirror looks amazing with the headboard without being too matchy-matchy, and it’s the perfect scale!
And I saved a bunch of money too, because this obviously ended up free.
#WIN
Here’s how I did it!
Mirror supplies used:
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a tall cheap mirror
reclaimed wood with some long pieces the length of the mirror
Top coat to protect chippy wood – I used Fusion Mineral Paint’s Tough Coat HERE
Paint of choice for stenciling – I used Fusion Mineral Paint’s Coal Black HERE
How-to:
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1. To beef up a frame of an existing mirror, choose one with a very flat frame, or remove a mirror out of its existing frame. I left mine intact for added durability.
2. Arrange random boards around the perimeter of your chosen mirror. The two side boards will need to be longer than the mirror.
3. Cut to fit as desired, then screw the boards together at all four corners of the frame. The screws will show.
How to arrange the boards:
Position the top and bottom boards to touch the top and bottom of the mirror, but not overlap.
Position the side boards on top of the top and bottom boards, so they cover the sides of the mirror’s original frame.
The yard stick shown was to hide the mirror frame, which I decided not to use after all.
4. To hold the mirror in place, cross support boards along the back of the mirror, then attach to the frame with screws.
It worked great!
5. For some added design, Antiques was stenciled onto one of the boards.
Paint is Fusion Mineral Paint’s Coal Black HERE
How to protect chippy wood
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6. Because the chippy barn wood kept flaking, I protected it and the Antiques sign with a non-smelly water-based topcoat that also livened up the wood tone.
I used Fusion Mineral Paint’s Tough Coat HERE (ADORE THIS STUFF- dries nearly instantly and no smell)
Adding hardware
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7. Random hooks were installed to offer the mirror frame a hall tree sort of task. Random rusty hinges were added to junk things up a little.
I figured hooks would be cool for hanging clothes or other home decor. The frame certainly had the space for a little more fun!
I also painted one board in black, because… like black I guess!
It truly has a scrap wood look! With style.
This would also make a pretty sweet bulletin board or chalk board. Or hung horizontally for a coat hook area.
So… let’s get that mirror into place and decorate this thing up!
The finished mirror!
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I first styled the mirror sitting on the floor.
Loved it! However, just as I thought, the mirror was a little small in scale for the area. So…
… nothing a little white chippy bench couldn’t handle!
This proved to be all the mirror needed, height and scale wise. And added more space for shoes or emptying pockets as well.
Oh goodness… it’s so perfect!
The mirror worked out great with the barn door headboard, and I finally got the tall mirror I’ve needed in the bedroom for YEARS!
Now to lose a little weight… #oops.
Mirror works a bit too well…
Disclosure: I work with Fusion Mineral Paint to showcase projects using it and because I love the stuff. I was not monetarily compensated for this post. The stencils are from my own line.
I love it and the idea you used everything you already had to make it!
Love this “take” on a hall tree. And, you are so right, it is a perfect fit with the new headboard.
You are amazing. And I love how you so creatively use your stash or collection of rustic items to embellish the items you make.
Love it!! I think I will do it with my mirror!!
Before I spend time reading all the details of your mirror revamp, I just gotta tell you that I can’t wait to do the same with a mirror I’ve never really liked. And I will get to use my cordless screwdriver my husband gave me for Christmas. I charged it up and I squealed with delight when it worked. OMG – I am excited. By the way, your ceiling on your porch shows up well in the mirror. I kinda like it. Thanks for the ideas! Take care.
YESSSSS! Make that thing start working Joanne! And I want to hear a progress report!
As for the ceiling, it’s pretty awesome! It’s made from white transparent like corrugated plastic so the sunlight penetrates it somewhat. Never feels dark, it’s wonderful!
Awe-Some! I love mirrors, just not looking at my reflection. Lol!
*High 5*… Exactly… haha
OMG, I love this. What a fabulous idea. Thank you so much for sharing
Very creative! I like how you left the pointy piece on the top of the left board. And I also love the stencil idea. It’s probably a little too rustic for my home decor but I was thinking it could be used in a junk-themed garden space with or without the mirror.
Good job. Thanks for sharing the project.
Oh, and the old hardware hinges absolutely make it!
Thanks Naomi! I could totally see this idea being used with new, non chippy wood as well! Knowing how this worked out encourages me to pick cheap mirrors so I can do unique things to them! Who knew? 🙂
I’m not a mirror person but this one is just fabulous, Donna!!! Without a doubt this is my all time favorite mirror and it looks just perfect in your bedroom corner.
Sigh – I just sent one of these mirrors off to the thrift store. NOW you tell me what to do with it! LOL Beautiful results!
Your mirror looks fabulous and so Funky Junkish, Donna!
Thanks for featuring my farmhouse decoupaged bucket this week!
What an excellent idea, and a fabulous job you did here. I love it! Thanks for sharing.
I don’t care how many times I come across your website, which has been many many and all I can say is that I love everything you! Everything!
Thanks for sharing Donna! I love this idea. I’ve got a long frameless mirror sitting in my garage I wasn’t sure what to do with and now you’ve inspired me 🙂 Some old wooden pallet planks will be perfect for it. Do you think I should maybe glue the wood to the mirror or the cross support boards would be enough to hold it in place?
Hi Kasia! I think it’s a matter of whatever will work. Since my frame overlaps the mirrors from the front, I see no need for glue myself. It all depends how you decide to frame it I suppose!
I love it and love your “complete” instructions. I find many sites leave out so many steps that you really are guessing to do the project. Maybe that makes it more fun for some but not me lol! I am totally in love with your curtain valance! Any chance there’s a dyi on it?? 😊♥️
Hi Linda! The curtain valance is an iron rod cut to size and hung in place with curtain rod extensions. Cut fabric (found at the thrift) is hung on the rod, pulled up from the back until a valance of sorts appears in front. Nothing fancy!
Never would have guessed; looks great!! Thank you