Mirrors

A mirror does two jobs at once: it gives you a head-to-toe view, and it bounces daylight back into a room that has too little of it. The mirrors range in price from Homebox to Homebox and come in freestanding, full-length, dressing, and LED formats, as well as small decorative pieces sold in sets. Height, footprint, and frame finish determine most options. Discover Mirrors in Homebox KSA The width of a freestanding mirror determines how much of the room is reflected back at you: a narrow panel frames a person, a broader one frames a person, and an arched metal floor design at 80x180 cm gives most adults that view with room to step back, and its base carries the weight, so no drilling is required. A slim rectangular dressing mirror at 30x120 cm fits between a wardrobe and a corner where nothing wider fits, and LED designs on a stand light the face from the perimeter rather than from overhead. One carries a touch switch with three light colours, so that the light matches the setting you're dressing for. Smaller decorative pieces come in three-piece sets, in shapes from arches to rounds, with frames in metal, pinewood, paulownia, and frameless glass. Shop Mirrors Online in Riyadh, Jeddah Before you measure the mirror, measure the floor. A large leaner at 92x182 cm stands proud of the skirting and tips back, so the floor in front of it must stay clear, and a strap into the wall keeps a tall piece steady. Standing designs on a base need a level, hard surface rather than a thick rug, and check the route in as well, because a mirror that tall travels in one piece. To complete a bedroom corner, pair a mirror with a dresser or mirror, and add vases, clocks, and shelves from the larger home decor range at Homebox. Wall mirrors cover everything that hangs, including how to size a piece to the furniture beneath it and the fixings it needs. Photo frames and wall art fill the space around a standing mirror without competing with it. FAQ How Tall Should a Full-Length Mirror Be in My Bedroom? For an adult head-to-toe view, around 150 cm of glass is the working minimum, and taller helps if you want to see your shoes without retreating across the room. Measure the frame from its base to its top edge, then check where the reflective panel actually begins, because a deep base lifts it higher than the listing photo suggests. Ceiling height is another limit worth noting in an apartment, since a tall arched frame requires clearance above it. Should I Get A Leaner Or A Mirror With A Stand? A leaner, which rests against the wall at a slight angle and needs no fixings, is ideal for rented properties, while a mirror on its own stand, which pivots towards a window, is ideal for bedroom dressing. Floor space is the deciding factor, as a stand has its own footprint wherever it goes, whereas a leaner requires a strip of clear floor in front of it. Which Mirrors Work Best in a Small Bedroom with Limited Floor Space? A slim dressing format, or a mirror that hooks over the back of a door, gives a full-length view without taking the floor space a stand or a leaner needs, and an over-the-door design lifts off cleanly when you move. If the room can spare a strip of wall instead, hanging the mirror is tidier, and Homebox keeps the wall-mounted designs in a section of their own. Whichever format you pick, put it where daylight reaches it, not in the darkest corner of the room. Do LED Mirrors Really Make A Difference When Getting Ready? If you use an LED mirror as a supplement to a window rather than a replacement, it will provide the same amount of light to both sides of your face. This is because an LED mirror lights the perimeter of your face, whereas a ceiling fixture casts shadows downwards, which is why make-up applied under one often looks different when you step outside. Additionally, a model with three selectable colours allows you to match daylight, warm indoor light, or something in between. How Much Clear Floor Space Do You Need for a Leaning Mirror? Allow the full width of the mirror plus a step of clear floor in front, and keep that strip permanently empty. The base stands away from the skirting while the top tips back, so the piece takes a wedge of floor rather than a line, and anything set in front of it blocks the reflection you bought it for. A rug edge or a radiator can stop a leaner from settling at a stable angle, so check the surface before you commit to the spot. In a narrow hallway, that clearance is usually what rules a leaner out. Where Should a Dressing Mirror Go in a Bedroom? Place a dressing mirror next to a wardrobe door so you can see the entire outfit and reach the rail without crossing the room. Many people find it unsettling to have a mirror facing the bed at night, so it's best to put it next to a window. Which Frame Finish Complements The Furniture I Already Own? A mirror's finish dates it more than its shape, so an arch or round outline is a good way to keep it from looking out of date. Black and brushed-brass metal frames look modern and go well with painted walls, while pinewood and paulownia add warmth to a room with wooden furniture. Are Three-Piece Mirror Sets Worth Purchasing for an Unfinished Corner? They are, in a corner too tight for a floor mirror but too bare to leave alone. Three-piece sets fill the space without taking up the footprint a stand or leaner demands, which is why they work above a narrow shelf or in the strip beside a doorway. Judge them on light more than on looks, since three small pieces catch a lamp or a window from three angles. None of them returns a usable head-to-toe view, so where you want to check an outfit, buy the single tall mirror and let the set decorate elsewhere. How Can I Keep a Floor Mirror Looking New? To keep a floor mirror from scratching the tile, use felt or rubber pads under the base, and a second pair on the top edge to keep a leaner from rubbing a mark into the paintwork. Check the lean angle every few months, as a mirror that creeps upright on a polished floor throws its entire weight onto that top edge. Another hazard is mop water, so keep the bottom rail dry and lift the frame clear of the skirt. Is a Tall Floor Mirror Safe for Children and Pets? When anchoring isn't possible, choose a design with a wide, weighted base, and keep floor mirrors away from children's running paths. A leaner is only held in place by friction, so a shifting rug, a slammed door, or a child pulling on the frame can bring it down. Install a strap or L-bracket from the back of the frame into the wall; it stays invisible and takes minutes. What Should I Check Before Purchasing a Large Mirror Online? When purchasing a mirror, consider its height, width, and the path it will take into the room. A tall mirror will not fit through a narrow stairwell, and unlike a wardrobe, it doesn't come in parts you can carry separately. Also note whether the mirror is described as floor, leaning, or standing, as each requires different preparation once it arrives. A floor mirror requires two people to set up, and it has no temporary place to stand during delivery. Delivery choices for your address appear at Homebox while the basket is still open.