What can be done with mirrors removed after remodeling?
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We have three large mirrors (36"+ x 36"+) that were replaced after remodeling bathrooms. I hate to throw them away since they are in great shape. I am trying to figure out what to do with them. Any suggestions would be helpful!
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Call habitate for humanity, they might be interested in them for homes they build
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put molding trim around each one either matching or all three different depending if they are all in different rooms.
You could put frames around them and hang them above dressers, or even put one above the other to make a more or less full length mirror in the bedroom.
Hold on to them. Mirror glass is pretty pricey. Once you give them away, an idea will come up. Trust me, I've done this plenty and said "why didn't I keep that I could use it right now". Possible you could slide them under your bed or behind a dresser.
I would NOT store them under the bed.... too much risk that they will get broken... behind a large piece of furniture or in the garage would be better.
You could use them in the back of glass fronted cabinets, have them cut to fit on the back of a closet door (take to a glass shop and have it cut to fit), or have one or more cut into an oval or round for the top of a dresser or table or as a wall mirror.... I saw one of the DIY programs where they broke the mirror into medium large pieces and installed it like tile on a modern-ish fireplace.. it looked great once it was grouted
You could donate to a dance school or a karate studio.
Wow, thanks for all the quick and great responses. Donating makes sense and puts them to good use quickly, yet just holding on to the mirrors or putting frames around are also good ideas.