mirror repair – artistry-in-glass

How to repair a cracked mirror – learn all the facts!

by John

Your favorite mirror has fallen off the wall and cracked. Many misleading websites claim that broken mirrors can be fixed but the fact is that they nearly all need to be replaced with new mirror. This article explains how to replace a broken mirror. Cracked mirrors cannot be successfully glued back together so you must carefully remove the broken mirror, order a new one from the glass shop, and install it. Use the simple steps explained in this article. There are a few occasions when gluing broken mirror fragments may be worthwhile. These include very valuable or historic mirrors with … Read more

Can I Repair Scratched Mirror Silvering with Aluminum Foil?

by John

Most old mirrors have defective silvering and misleading blog posts commonly claim that scratched mirror silvering can be repaired by taping aluminum foil on the back. We tested this and similar hacks and found that none of these methods work! Silver mirroring is so perfectly reflective that any scratch or defect in the silvering is extremely obvious. Painting the scratch with silver paint, or taping silver leaf or aluminum foil to the back does not disguise the defect. A much better solution is to purchase a new mirror. Table of contents As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases … Read more

Should I Re-Silver my Antique Mirror? Advice from an Expert

by John

You have purchased or inherited a beautiful antique mirror but the silvering is defective. Black-edge, black spots, flaking, or scratches have damaged the original silvering, and you wonder – should I re-silver my antique mirror? Re-silvering is offered by only a few companies in the USA. Unless you can deliver and pick up your mirror, shipping charges make the process expensive. Re-silvering is only worthwhile if you have an etched, historic, or specially shaped antique mirror. A degree of damage may even be aesthetically desirable – read on to learn the pros and cons of re-silvering. The first mirrors used … Read more