It’s hard to imagine a corridor without a mirror. Without it, a person would not have the opportunity to evaluate his appearance before leaving home. And this is fraught with troubles, because sometimes it is in the hallway mirror that we notice mistakes in makeup, as well as previously undetected stains on clothes.
Choosing a mirror in the hallway: design
Based on the size of the corridor, you can choose a mirror that will satisfy you. Usually in a small hallway there is no space to install a full-length mirror, since it is necessary to leave space for a chest of drawers or shelves for shoes. In a large corridor, it is easier to arrange a decent place for a mirror: there are many options for successfully choosing a reflective surface.
Depending on the area of the corridor, there are the following options for placing mirrors:
- In a small hallway you can place a not very large mirror, but use a little trick: you can tilt the mirror so that you are reflected in it at full height and have the opportunity to fully evaluate your appearance before leaving.
- In a medium-sized hallway you have more options regarding the placement of the mirror. A fairly popular way to position a mirror is a hallway wardrobe with a mirrored door. It is economical, convenient and quite convenient, because the cabinet door extends from floor to ceiling.
- In relatively spacious corridors, you can let your imagination run wild and install a mirror panel or some other composition using mirrors. This addition will give your interior luxury and exquisite beauty.
Choose a mirror based on the size of your hallway.
Product types
Nightstands and chests of drawers
The appearance of the cabinets and chests of drawers is practically the same. The only difference that will immediately catch the eye of a non-professional is that the chests of drawers are much higher than the bedside tables. Both pieces of furniture can have hinged doors and drawers, so their functionality is the same. A mirror attached to the top adds functionality and makes the device more versatile.
The materials from which chests of drawers and cabinets are made are very diverse:
- natural wood. The most noble and environmentally friendly material, ideal for any interior style, from classic to modern. The beautiful texture and durability in use will please even the most demanding person;
- materials using wood - fiberboard, chipboard, plywood. Cheaper materials are more suitable for modern solutions such as minimalism, constructivism and techno;
- the latest plastic models are extremely rare, sometimes used in fashionable styles such as pop art and futurism;
- Glass and metal combinations are also not common; they are mainly used in high-tech interior design.
As a rule, mirrors on chests of drawers and nightstands are framed in the same material as the pieces of furniture themselves.
Photo of a cabinet with a mirror in the hallway
Dressing table and dressing table with mirror in the hallway
In many houses where women or girls live, there is a dressing table or dressing table in the hallways. After all, representatives of the fair sex like to pay increased attention to their appearance. A dressing table is a type of dressing table or chest of drawers with a triple mirror located on it. Like all the best in the world of fashion, it came to our homes from France.
These seemingly simple interior items have enormous functionality. Mirrors help not only to evaluate your appearance, but also serve as a reflective surface while getting ready somewhere. Small drawers will accommodate a huge number of vials and bottles with cosmetics and creams, perfumes and jewelry. And the triple mirror of the trellis will allow you to see yourself from any angle.
A trellis with a dressing table is an ideal solution for women who like to spend a lot of time getting ready, because you can sit in front of it on a comfortable ottoman or banquette. A table with drawers under the tabletop or a cabinet with spacious shelves are all variations of various toilet furniture pieces. Side mirrors in a trellis can also serve as drawer doors for all sorts of small items.
The dressing table can be either linear or angular - these are the most common models. A linear piece of furniture will fit perfectly against any wall, while a corner piece, which logically follows from the name, will perfectly fill a niche or corner of a corridor.
Photo of a dressing table with a mirror in the hallway
Mirrors for hallways: where to buy a decent model
Please note an important point: their appearance and durability will depend on the quality of the mirror. Choose reputable manufacturers so that your mirrors have an ideal surface and guarantees. Ikea, Leroy Merlin and other popular malls selling household goods are quite a passable option that combines good quality and low price.
How to use mirrors to expand the space in the living room:
There is a certain ranking for mirrors based on their cost:
- Attractively priced, cheap mirrors from unknown manufacturers may disappoint you with undesirable effects, as well as the presence of minor defects. This option is suitable for you if you are going to make a purchase to create a purely decorative composition using a mirror surface or if you are buying a mirror for renting out your home.
- Mirrors at average prices are worthy of your choice if you need a simple but reliable mirror, smooth and clean, without defects. Such mirrors are sold in large shopping centers and branded stores. The name of such mirrors and dressing tables is often associated with original female names: Josephine, Christina, and so on.
- Expensive designer mirror models are produced under strict quality control. Among the expensive models, you can find true works of art from the most famous interior designers.
Do not skimp on a mirror, because inexpensive models may have unexpected defects in the form of an expansion effect or some other deformation of the image, as well as small chips, scratches and inclusions.
Tips for choosing
When choosing between a dressing table and a trellis, you should definitely take into account the size of the room in which it will be placed. The size of the reflective surface should be larger than the surface of the cabinet, this will visually add volume to the room.
Pay attention to the number of storage drawers so that you can conveniently store cosmetics and toiletries. Consider the overall style of the room so that this piece of furniture fits harmoniously into the interior. Pay attention to the environmental friendliness and safety of materials.
Several options for trellises with a mirror in the photo can be seen below.
Fashionable and modern dressing table in the hallway with a mirror
A dressing table is a mirror, which is complemented by a convenient cabinet or console in which it is easy to store various small items. A dressing table is a fairly common thing for a corridor, which is still considered fashionable despite the opinions of critics who claim that a dressing table is too bulky for a corridor. Remember: convenience and comfort never go out of style.
How to use a dressing table in the hallway:
- The dressing table console can be used for various small things, such as keys and accessories. Small console drawers will not be very spacious, but very elegant.
- A dressing table with a large cabinet can become a container for shoes. The height of the drawer will determine the level of capacity of the cabinet. Mini-sized drawers are suitable for low shoes and small items, while large drawers can accommodate winter shoes.
- You can make a dressing table from a traditional dressing table. Remember that your vanity needs good lighting. Lamps should be placed symmetrically to remove shadows from the face. Turning lamps on brackets work well.
A dressing table is a comfortable and stylish part of the corridor interior, which can have many functions.
What to choose?
Trellis are the most versatile piece of furniture. If it is preferable to place a dressing table in the bedroom, and a dressing table in the hallway or dressing room, then the trellis will perfectly cope with the functions assigned to it, being in any room.
The trellis will help you choose an outfit, carry out a full fitting of the product (if you sew your own clothes), apply makeup, carry out other cosmetic and hygiene procedures, do your hair or styling, and also provide enough space for storing cosmetics, accessories, and sewing supplies.
Pros:
- the presence of a mirror as such;
- “three-dimensional” mirror design, which allows you to examine yourself from all sides;
- availability of space for storing things - all the necessary means and tools are always at hand;
- versatility - you can choose a dressing table for any interior style.
Minuses:
- Dimensions - usually this is a fairly high and wide mirror, a spacious bedside table, as well as the need for additional free space in front of the trellis in order to examine yourself in full height.
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Original mirrors in the hallway interior
A beautiful mirror will be a wonderful addition to the interior. Mirrors are easy and pleasant to work with, since the reflective surface is beautiful in itself and does not require much effort to turn it into a masterpiece of art.
You will learn how to choose a mirror for the corridor in the following material:
What types of original mirrors are used in the interior:
- modern mirror with LED lighting;
- corner cabinet with 2-piece mirror;
- forged mirrors;
- oval and round mirrors;
- mirror tiles;
- floor mirror on wheels;
- mirror on a decorative stand;
- stylish trellis.
An original mirror will brighten up your interior.
What is a trellis?
When going to buy a trellis, first make sure that you need this particular piece of furniture. A trellis is a mirror consisting of three doors connected by a piano hinge. The trellis must have a bedside table for storing cosmetics, accessories and other small items. The central fragment of the mirror is fixed motionless, and the side parts can be installed at your discretion. This makes it possible to look at yourself from all sides, evaluate the quality of your hairstyle from the side and back, and apply makeup more accurately and symmetrically.
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What mirrors look like in a baguette for the hallway
A baguette can decorate any mirror. Something framed takes on a more significant status. That is why we enclose great works of artists and successful photographs in beautiful frames; so why not enclose your own reflection in the original baguette?
Which baguettes are most popular among consumers:
- traditional lightweight frame made of wenge-colored MDF;
- narrow metal frame;
- a white frame that gives a pleasant, light shadow to everyone who looks at their reflection;
- fantasy frames made from scrap materials;
- artistic forging.
Theoretically, a baguette can be made from any available materials.
Types of designs of cabinets with a mirror
Traditionally, the following possible forms of cabinets are distinguished:
- Combined. The mirror is an integral part of the cabinet, forming a single whole with it;
- Separate. The mirror is part of the furniture set. It is made in the same style as the other elements, but at the same time requires separate hanging on the wall.
We design the mirror in the hallway with our own hands
If you want a self-designed mirror to hang in the hallway, then your idea can easily be realized! Stylish mirror design options are widely presented on the Internet in the form of various master classes.
To proudly hang your handmade mirror, use the following materials:
- tree;
- buttons;
- beautiful shells;
- small decorative flowers and twigs;
- textile;
- threads;
- backlight;
- other.
In fact, you can even decorate a mirror with small spoons. The main thing is to maintain the style of the product and create your masterpiece with taste. Decorating a mirror with your own hands is easy.
The decorative potential of simple household items is revealed in the hands of a master.
Pleated curtains in the interior
The purpose of pleated curtains is not limited to attics and terraces. They are appropriate in any room of a modern home. However, as already mentioned, classic interiors cannot do without traditional curtains, so pleated curtains should be used in conjunction with them, choosing according to color and texture.
Advice! The day-night model is perfect for children's rooms. Thanks to the dense fabric, you can darken the room during the baby's nap.
Pleated curtains are used in the kitchen and bathroom. There is no need to worry about their condition, since the material is treated with waterproof impregnation.
For installation in the bathroom, special material processing is required
Traditional mirror in a wooden frame for the hallway
A wooden frame is a classic for mirrors. Wood makes the reflection soft and cozy. Wood can be reminiscent of antiquity, or, on the contrary, it can be very modern and stylish. A short visit to a store that sells furniture and accessories will prove this to you.
Wall mirror in the hallway - a few modern ideas:
What types of mirrors in wooden frames are there:
- In a modern style. This mirror has a narrow, stylish frame with a modest, unpretentious decor.
- In the old style. A shuffled tree creates the effect of antiquity. Patina and sanding will help enhance this feeling.
- In art deco style. Unusual shapes and bold lines, embodied with wood, are a combination of novelty and tradition.
Which mirror to choose is a personal matter for each person. But everyone should remember the tradition of enclosing a mirror in a wooden frame!
Features of the trellis
First of all, these are straight and angular trellises. Straight models are more suitable for spacious rooms of regular shape. A trellis between two doors located on the same wall looks very harmonious, which is often found in the layout of hallways or corridors. A trellis between two windows will look no less successful. This placement has another advantage - ideal lighting for the trellis in the daytime.
A corner trellis with a mirror is indispensable for small rooms. There is a place for such a trellis in a small bedroom with a double bed, in a miniature hallway, in an irregularly shaped corridor, in a modest dressing room or workshop. When placed at corners, the side mirror doors look the best, which makes the interior balanced.
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Vintage corner trellis for lovers of good old times
Some models will look very harmonious in a small dressing room
Advice! Don't forget to provide the proper level of artificial lighting. To do this, it is best to use two sconces, hanging them symmetrically on the sides of the mirror.
Trellis can be symbolically classified by the size of the central fragment of the mirror. In some models, all three doors are the same in height, in others the central element is larger and is lowered, which allows you to see yourself in full height. These trellises are often purchased for installation in the hallway.
Trellis are made from various materials. The most popular are wood (a more durable, solid, but also more expensive material) and wood boards (MDF, chipboard, fiberboard), which can be lined with film (chipboard) or veneer (a thin layer of natural wood). There are models of trellises made of plastic, metal or glass.
A wooden dressing table, which has not lost its relevance over the years, will fit perfectly into a modern interior
An elegant trellis with a delicate pattern on the mirrors is ideal for a country or Provence style interior
When choosing a trellis, be guided by the rest of the furniture in the room. Let the trellis be made in a design and color scheme similar to the design of the bedside tables in the bedroom or the wardrobe in the hallway.
Advice! It is best to purchase a trellis along with the rest of the furniture set. Subsequently, finding an identical item will be more difficult. Another option is to make a custom trellis. You separately select materials that match the color, indicate the size and shape of the future product.
Modern trellises are full of variety and impress with their stylish design. We hope that this beautiful and functional piece of furniture will appear in your home. The video shows options for dressing tables, dressing tables and trellises in the interior of different rooms - choose the option you like.
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Dressing table in Provence style
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Bright design of a panoramic house
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How to properly place a large mirror in the hallway
If you like everything in your home to be in accordance with Feng Shui, then when installing a mirror you will have to comply with a number of conditions that will help you enjoy the harmony of energy in the house.
What rules regarding corridor mirrors does Feng Shui dictate:
- You should not hang a mirror opposite the front door. Otherwise, all the positive energy that should remain in the house and nourish the owners will leave the house.
- A large mirror in the hallway should reflect something beautiful, for example, paintings.
- In a narrow long corridor it is better to have a mirror standing or hanging. This will help harmonize the energy of this dangerous space.
Large mirrors will look great if placed according to these rules. Pay attention to wall-mounted models that will take up minimal space, models with an additional drawer. If you decide to buy an ordinary large mirror, then for convenience you can choose a convenient and stylish rack for it.
If you purchased a disassembled model with a large mirror and drawers, then do not panic: a description must be attached to the box, which contains an assembly diagram.
Is it possible to put a mirror in the bedroom: features of furniture arrangement
The best place for a vanity table with a mirror is near a window. The structures must be installed in such a way that the sun's rays freely penetrate into the room, creating natural lighting. This criterion is very important for women, as it is the main condition for creating perfect makeup.
Any bedroom looks more complete and harmonious if it has a dressing table
It is better not to place a mirror opposite the bed in the bedroom. It should be located at a distance of 1-1.5 meters from the sleeping place. You should not place a mirror opposite a mirror in the bedroom. These are not design rules, but recommendations for the placement of a mirror in the bedroom according to Feng Shui.
The main attribute of a dressing table is a mirror, which is difficult for a woman to do without. If you need to focus on the dressing table, then you should purchase models with huge mirror panels in elegant frames.
If the goal is to get rid of excesses, then the most suitable model is a dressing table with a folding mirror.
This is interesting! Professional designers note that it is very important to harmoniously place mirror surfaces in the room. This is due to the fact that if the mirror is not positioned correctly, then the overall aesthetics of the design can be compromised. A reflective object can distort space. An example of an unsuccessful mirror effect is the reflection of a doorway or cabinet.
Examples of mirrors in the hallway (design photo)
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