Currently, designers offer different solutions for transforming the interiors of apartments. There are many accessories for the bathroom and kitchen for sale.
Mirrors are an integral part of any living space. However, not everyone believes that they can harmoniously fit into the interior of the kitchen. Indeed, it is not immediately possible to figure out how to arrange a mirror in a typical apartment. But designers are sure that this particular accessory can significantly transform the space. With its proper placement, you can visually increase the amount of light, place accents or expand the boundaries of the room. This already proves that this accessory will fit perfectly both in small and large rooms, adding new original notes to it.
So, let's look at options for using a mirror in the kitchen. Photos added to the article will help the reader to imagine firsthand how it will look.
Features of use
The first and main feature of using mirrors is a lot of decoration options. The times when there were only simple, even primitive designs on sale, were long over. Now manufacturers offer such a wide selection that it is easy to get confused in such a variety. Large and small models are on sale, with and without baguette. You can also purchase a facet mirror - a special cut that makes the displayed objects voluminous. For those who want to create an interesting and unusual interior, you can buy an accessory of an unusual shape, for example, in the form of a butterfly, the sun or some abstract figure. If desired, you can order engraving. In a word, even demanding customers will be satisfied with the proposed options.
The mirror in the kitchen, depending on the location, can perform different functions. For example, if you fix it in front of the window, then the natural light that enters the room will double. In order to make a large space brighter, it is recommended to hang wall lamps or sconces next to the mirror.
You can fix this accessory on any surface. To increase the volume of the room, it is recommended to use large elements. And for style and personality, the most unusual options are suitable. The main thing is to correctly enter them into the interior. For example, if you need to focus on the dining area, then the mirror is placed on the wall, under which there is a table.
Stylistics
The mirror in the kitchen must necessarily fit into the overall interior design. This is the only way to achieve harmony. Accessories must be selected so that they are combined in form, appearance, color and, of course, style. However, there are exceptions. For example, the space of modern hi-tech is sometimes decorated with antique mirrors. Their massive frame gives a peculiar chic. This style is distinguished by a certain coldness, and such an accessory will not only attract eyes, but also bring a touch of warmth, from which the atmosphere will become truly homely and cozy.
Is it worth it to apply such bold experiments in practice, everyone must decide for himself. The fact is that undertaking such decoration, let's say right away, is not quite standard, it is possible only if a person has certain knowledge in the field of interior design. Also, he should be able to combine at first glance completely different objects. For beginners in the world of design, it’s better not to risk it and give up experiments. Such people are advised to choose one style and design the whole room in it in order to avoid chaos. It is important to remember that even the slightest mistake can lead to an imbalance, and this, in turn, will affect comfort and coziness.
But creative people can safely experiment. As a rule, they have non-standard thinking, templates are alien to them. They can easily harmoniously combine the correct forms of kitchen furniture with rather unusual accessories.
It will give the space of originality and individuality a combination of different representatives of the color scheme. However, in this case, it is important to duplicate the selected shade in several objects. For example, a wide mirror bager in the tone of wall decoration or textile.
Mirror near the stove
So, having figured out the main points, you can move on to the most successful options for placing a mirror in the interior of the kitchen (see the article for the photos of the best designer works).
A rather unusual, but used by professionals, section of the wall behind the stove or hob can be a great place for a mirror. Not every hostess will agree to this, since its surface will quickly get dirty. Keeping it clean, given its close proximity to the place where something is constantly fried or cooked, is clearly difficult. But it is worth noting that such an interior looks quite impressive.
If, despite all the difficulties, you want to place the mirror on this wall, it is recommended to listen to the following tips:
- Discard models with a wide wooden baguette. First of all, such a material does not tolerate temperature extremes and high humidity. Also, the tree absorbs fat quite well, which is then difficult to wash.
- It is advisable to choose a solid mirror with a flat surface. For example, in mosaic structures it will be difficult to clean out dirt at the joints.
- Fasten the accessory as high as possible. Due to this, its surface will not be so polluted, respectively, and it will be easy to monitor its cleanliness. The optimal height is the level of the eyes of the person standing in front of the stove.
Transformation of space near the sink
To decorate the interior, you can use the free space on the wall near the sink. At first glance, this is not the most practical option. Many housewives believe that limestone deposits will accumulate on the mirror surface, and spray drops will remain constantly. And if you fix the accessory low, their fears will be justified. The problem is solved easily - by choosing the right height, as well as in the case with the location behind the stove.
Mirror apron
A pretty popular option for the kitchen is an apron mirror. Manufacturers of such materials today offer various options. You can purchase simple models in the form of large plates. There are also small, with engraving, painting, mosaic paintings and so on. It is worth noting that if we consider practicality, it is better to choose a material for a kitchen apron with a smooth surface, without porous structures. Keeping it clean is no more difficult than ordinary ceramic tiles. The only difference is stains, droplets of grease and other dirt on the mirror are more noticeable, so you will have to wash it more often. It is believed that such a decor is chosen by those people who always have an impeccable order, in a word, neat.
The mounting method is selected depending on what type of mirrors will be used for the apron. Large panels are most often installed on special fasteners. They are convenient in that there is no need for preliminary preparation of the walls. If the mirror apron will consist of small parts, then glue is used to fix them. In this case, the wall surface will have to be leveled.
This is not to say that installing mirrors is a fairly easy process, but not so complicated either. For professionals, it only takes a few hours.
Built-in option
You can integrate a mirror anywhere in the kitchen. For example, use a partial slice on an apron or wall. Many decorate the space between the cabinets. This solution allows you to add depth, visually increasing the room. The kitchen with mirrors on the wall is filled with light and a positive atmosphere. And in such a room, any hostess will want to spend a lot of time and delight her family members with delicious dishes.
For those who do not like to constantly mess with cleaning, you need to choose remote locations from the stove and sink for the location of the mirror. However, you should not completely abandon the accessory, since it is precisely it that will allow the kitchen interior to sparkle with new colors.
Facade decoration
The mirror in the kitchen can be placed not only on the walls. A great option will be decorating the facades of the headset. Moreover, it is worth noting that it is precisely such a design move that will allow transforming old furniture without high costs. You can attach the panels to a special glue, the main thing is to get them the right size.
The mirrors on the facades look great. If the housewives care about the practicality of such a design, then, of course, from time to time the surface will have to be rubbed to a shine. But, having special detergents that do not leave streaks, it is not difficult to do this. It is also worth paying attention to the fact that the mirrors on the lower cabinets get dirty the most, so their facades can not be decorated. But if you fix them on the upper tier, then the effect will be stunning.
Dinner Zone
A mirror in the kitchen above the table is the most popular option. It is great for both small and large rooms. This decoration is used in many styles. The only thing you need to choose the right size of the accessory. For example, in a small kitchen you can mount a large mirror in the entire wall. This will make the room limitless, spacious and bright. In a large room, you can apply different decoration options. From a large mirror to the entire wall to compositions consisting of several small parts. In this case, there are no restrictions.
If the task is to make the space bright, then the mirror is positioned so that it displays ceiling lights. But if you hang it at an angle so that you can see the dining table, then even a regular dinner will turn into a gala.
Conclusion
Mirrors in the interior of the kitchen are a fresh and rather interesting solution. Maybe this is not entirely practical, but very impressive. And if someone has doubts, they will scatter after viewing photos of the kitchen interiors presented in the article.