Mirror Design Glossarye

The Terms You Should Know about Mirror Design and More

When it comes to mirrors, there's a lot to comprehend. There are a number of different styles, mirror designs, and types of mirrors out there. You need to understand the terminology involved so you can make the best decision.

Below are some common mirror design glossary terms. Read through them and gain a better understanding of the designs you're in store for.

Bathroom Vanity Mirror - a type of mirror found in the bathroom above the vanity. Often this mirror is attached to the top of the vanity or fastened to the wall.

Bedroom Vanity Mirror - a mirror attached to a vanity used in the bedroom to apply makeup, put on jewelry, etc.

Beveled glass - a style of glass that is thicker than normal and has a stylized edge. This edge is often rounded and integrated into a mirror to capture light and add a vibrant effect.

Cheval mirror - a type of floor mirror that has a built-in stand and often has a full range of movement vertically and horizontally.

Colonial - a mirror style that reflects the designs and styles of colonial times (early America).

Contemporary - a mirror style that is often very clean and straight. Contemporary mirrors often contain minor accents and other design attributes.

Modern - a mirror style that consists of state-of-the-art styles, designs, and varying colors. Often. Modern mirrors have industrial designs and are made of varying material such as glass, metal, wood, and even marble.

Tempered glass - a type of glass that is stronger than most. When broken, it shatters into small pieces rather than large, sharp piece that could cause harm.

Traditional - a mirror style that borrows from past designs from prior generations. Traditional mirrors have dark hues and a very strong presence.

Tri-Fold mirror - a mirror design that incorporates 3 hinged mirrors allowing for more versatility and visibility.

Two-way mirror - a mirror where you can see the person looking into the mirror from the other side. This type of mirror requires access from both sides of the wall (if the two-way mirror is wall-mounted).

Victorian - a style of mirror that incorporates styles from the Victorian era.

Wall mirror - a type of mirror that's designed to be hung on the wall. Wall mirrors come in many different shapes and sizes.