Mirrored bedroom furniture is fresh and inviting while making your smaller spaces seem larger and more luxurious. Whether you choose one mirrored bedside table or you opt for a whole new suite of bedroom furniture there is something that will fit into your style while bringing an exciting new look to your room.
Modern Style
If you are thinking that mirrored bedroom furniture will be too flashy for your room then you probably haven’t seen the many modern styles that are now available. These looks include antiqued mirror surfaces that are more demure than your shiny bathroom mirror. With a muted shine these pieces can turn your bedroom into a romantically styled getaway without being too overbearing for other pieces of furniture in your room. When paired with softer colors the look is romantic while deeper colored bedding can make the look truly inviting.
A table, wardrobe or vanity finished in faceted mirrors is a great way to add some sparkle into your bedroom without investing in an entirely new bedroom suite. The mirrored bedroom furniture that you find on the market today is often sold by the piece rather than in large sets of furnishings so you can stay on budget while enjoying a new style. Today’s mirrored furnishings can look like tarnished silver or they can look like a traditional mirror. There are dozens of styles to choose from in furnishings for the bedroom.
Redecorating
Redecorating with mirrored bedroom furniture is much simpler than you may think. Mirrors look great with both pastel and bold, bright colors so you have the option of choosing a color theme that suits your personal tastes perfectly. You may want to consider these color and style themes for your room:
- Use mirrored furnishings to complement a country chic bedroom space by adding a mirrored vanity accentuated by light pink and green bedding. Paint the walls antique white and crackle them for a unified style.
- Use a mirrored nightstand with your existing theme to brighten and expand a small bedroom. A mirrored nightstand can easily make a guest room look more decorated when you have opted for a minimal style in the room.
- For a classic style you can choose a dresser or vanity with a large mirror over it. This type of piece is very common and readily available in all styles so you can change the look of your room easily with one piece of furniture.
- For a more modern take on the bedroom, look for a mirrored blanket chest to store unused quilts in at the end of the bed.
Each piece of mirrored bedroom furniture that you choose will change the look of your room. Make sure you stick to one style of mirror, though; whether you are opting for an antiqued look of dull shine or you are want a fresh, shiny surface on your furnishings.
Cleaning and Maintenance
Cleaning your mirrored bedroom furniture regularly will keep it shining. Mirrors are very simple to clean. You can use your regular glass and mirror cleaner on some furnishings while others need more care. For example, if you are using wooden based mirrored furnishings then you won’t want to use harsh chemicals on the wood. Some chemicals can diminish the shine of the wood since they destroy the top coating of polyurethane. When cleaning these pieces you have several options.
One of the simplest options is to clean your mirrored bedroom furniture with a multi-purpose cleaner that is made for both wood and glass surfaces. If you are trying to avoid chemical based cleaners then you also have the option of using diluted vinegar on the glass surfaces. Use the vinegar mixture the same way as any glass cleaner by picking up an inexpensive spray bottle at a local shop or you can simply dab the cleaner on a lint free cloth to clean the mirrored surface. Wood can be buffed clean with a damp, clean cloth as needed.
You will want to avoid all cleaners that are abrasive or that will leave your mirrored bedroom furniture with smudges or streaks. Cleaning with a very mild soap and water is fine but you should dry the furnishings completely with a lint free cloth to avoid streaks. Like all mirrors, your furniture may need to be cleaned and dusted once a week or so to keep it shining. You can easily keep a spray bottle of cleaner and a cloth for cleaning in your nightstand for a quick cleanup when you have a few moments provided you don’t have young children that can reach the cleaner.
Furniture Structure
Mirrored bedroom furniture is an investment into the style of your home so you will want to find quality furnishings that will last. Mirrors are delicate, even when incorporated into large pieces of furniture. You can ensure your furniture is high quality by looking for wooden frames that are assembled on site and choosing furnishings that are made with high grade adhesive. On pieces with many small mirrored surfaces you don’t want to have the small mirrors coming off. Using the right cleaners will ensure the adhesive doesn’t break down unnecessarily.
Most mirrored bedroom furniture is made with real wood as the main structure with mirrors attached with adhesive. You may find that there are also metal bedside tables with mirrored tops and other pieces that aren’t made from wood. Each piece is unique so take the time to evaluate its sturdiness before buying to ensure the piece is well-made and right for the price. Most pieces range from $200 for a bedside table and up to $2,000 for a vanity. Each piece should be judged individually to help determine its value based on the price.
With a good piece of mirrored bedroom furniture you can enjoy the style for a long time without worry. Mirrors with a sturdy backing are less likely to break and can be cleaned as needed with regular cleaners.
