Can I Repair Scratched Mirror Silvering with Aluminum Foil?
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