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It’s no shocker that I love all things industrial, and that I enjoy mixing industrial items with a modern farmhouse style. Mixing wood and metal are my two favorite things to incorporate into any space. We all have our thing right? So when I found this mirror from West Elm and I knew I needed something like that in our Master Bedroom. However, working with actual metal can be a bit difficult and require special drill bits and screws, so today we are going to make this mirror without using any actual metal, but rather Plaid’s new FolkArt Brushed Metal™ Paint.
Plaid’s New FolkArt Brushed Metal™ Paint comes in 10 on-trend colors that creates a luster with colors that shift in changing light. It’s an easy water-based, non-toxic brush-on formula available in both 2oz and 4 oz bottles. This paint can be used indoors or outdoors and is made in the USA!
In order to follow this Metal and Wood Floor Mirror Tutorial we will have to do a little prep work, but I’ll walk you through each step!
Supplies:
- Mirror – 16″x60″ (You can use any size, you will just need to adjust the wood cuts accordingly)
- Plywood – 3/4″ 4’x8′ sheet
- 1″x4″ board cut to width of mirror
- 1 1/2″ Wide Lattice Moulding
- FolkArt Brushed Metal™ – Brushed Black or Brushed Dark Gray
- FolkArt Brushes
- FolkArt ® Painted Finishes in Barnwood
- Mirror Adhesive
- Ryobi Miter Saw
- Ryobi Finish Nailer
- 5/8″ Finish Nails
- 1″ Finish Nails
- Ryobi Sander
- Ryobi Table Saw
- Wood Glue
DIY Industrial Metal and Wood Floor Mirror Tutorial
To get started you will want to measure your mirror carefully. Mine was exactly 15 7/8″ wide (not 16″ like it said on the box). Cut (2) 1×3’s at your measured length. Lay 1 one against the top edge and 1 against the bottom edge. Then Measure from the very top to the very bottom. You can go ahead and use the FolkArt ® Painted Finishes in Barnwood and stain these (2) 1×3’s and let dry.
Next Cut a piece of plywood to the total sizes of your mirror plus 1×3’s and rip it down to that size using a table saw.
Using the 1″ finish nails and wood glue attach the 1×4 to the top and bottom of the plywood. Be sure and attach from the back side of the plywood rather than to front. Make sure to clamp the boards together until the wood glue dries. (Make sure the mirror will fit before securing both boards)
In order to apply the mirror to the plywood (between the 1×3’s) use the Mirror Adhesive following the manufacturer’s instructions and allow to dry.
Next cut the lattice trim to the full length of the mirror (including the 1×3’s). Paint all sides using the FolkArt Brushed Metal™ paint. In order to achieve the look of the flat steel bars I’m replicating here I layered two different colors. Here is my process, making sure to let each coat dry in between:
1 coat of the Brushed Black FolkArt Brushed Metal™
1 coat of the Brushed Dark Gray FolkArt Brushed Metal™
and last I dry brushed another very thin coat of the Brushed Black FolkArt Brushed Metal™
Once dry attach the lattice trim to the sides of the 3/4″ plywood using 5/8″ finish nails.
You can either mount the mirror directly to the wall or hang it. I suggest hanging with a french cleat (these work well). If you decide to let it lean, secure it with this or something similar.
I hope you enjoyed this knock off and are ready to try out the FolkArt Brushed Metal™ paint for yourself! What projects do you see yourself using this for??
I also want to share another product with you if you are a lover of bold colors – FolkArt Color Shift™. It’s a beautiful product, and you can read more about it here!
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Welder says
Great project and great mirror! Working with steel is actually not that difficult however you need a welder and angle grinder to start. https://www.drillselect.com/forum/power-and-hand-tools/metal-working/79-mig-welder
Charlotte Lindsay says
This mirror turned out so well, great job. Decorating with mirrors is a go to for every rooms home decor. They bring light to the room, make a space appear larger, and with so many different mirror designs they add to your rooms decor. I love the mirror you make is in a gray tone it creates a sense of hygge to your room.
Erlene Amat says
I love the look of this mirror and that brushed metal paint will be making it into my craft stash :-) Thanks for sharing this on the Merry Monday party.
shell shockers says
Thank you for providing this useful information, I will regularly follow your blog
Smith says
Installing an Industrial Metal and Wood Floor Mirror Tutorial involves using a step-by-step process guide that shows you where to buy your materials, the types of tools that you need, and how to carefully drill and screw all of the hardware into place. Although there are several different types of wood floor mirrors that are available, they are usually sold in large rolls or in sections. If you are going to purchase a roll, you should make sure that it comes with the necessary measurements so that you are able to properly install the mirror onto your floor. Also, before buying your materials, you should always make sure that you know what type of wood or metal you will be working with because different materials require different methods of installation. Luckily, most hardware stores carry these types of items, or if you shop around, you should easily find a variety of retailers that carry Industrial Metal and Wood Floor Mirror Tutorials as well. To ensure that your newly purchased industrial mirror looks amazing, you should always apply a sealant before installing it. Although the instructions will indicate that you simply need to sand the floor smooth, you should go a step further and give it a coat of an industrial paint. By applying an industrial paint that is designed specifically for your floor, you will ensure that not only does the mirror look great, but that it will be nearly indestructible. Just be sure to follow the instructions carefully when you apply these paints, and you should be fine.
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Awesome result! Looking to make this for my wife. I just scored a cheap mirror and going to go get the supplies. Any idea what time commitment this entails? Do I need to clear out an entire afternoon for this or even longer?
Thanks
Nice idea, thank you, can you please give some more information about wall mounting the same my mirror size is 3 x 5 feet
I was googling how to make a full length mirror frame and found your site – thanks for the corner clamping bit, I’d never heard of that and was wondering how I would be able to clamp mitered corners. I’ve had a cheap full length mirror from COLLEGE (I’m 36) sitting in my garage since I moved in and had been wondering what to do with it. Thanks for the great tutorial!
Very innovative and useful. I’ve already started building one just like this one. Thanks for the idea though.
Awesome result! Looking to make this for my wife. I just scored a cheap mirror and going to go get the supplies. Any idea what time commitment this entails? Do I need to clear out an entire afternoon for this or even longer?
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