Advice on re-silvering mirrors?
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You would need to strip the paint and silvering. Then use Rust-Oleum Mirror finish on the back of the mirrors and flat black paint over that.
I didn't know about Rust Oleum Mirror finish but that sounds better than what I was going to suggest which is to just replace the mirror in the frame. I think it is tedious to remove the silvering.
Unless you are going to use these mirrors everyday, leave them alone. If they are truly antiques, refurbishing them could decrease their value. If they are just going to be used as decoration, their flaws only add to their charm and value.
I am with you and just embrace the flaws.
Mirror re-silvering..... http://angelgilding.com
But I agree, too perfect mirroring would make them loose their antique charm.
You might consider the Mercury Glass look on Rustoleum, see the video on here... http://www.rustoleum.com/product-catalog/consumer-brands/specialty/mirror-effect