Some of the most interesting places to apply wall quote decals are on mirrors, windows and glass. Because they are all smooth surfaces, the decals stick to them nicely. Even better, the effects the decals produce on these reflective facades are quite attractive.
Some people refrain from using wall decal quotes on mirrors – especially in the bathroom – because they fear the regular washing of the mirror will damage the decals over time. Yet many vinyl decals are waterproof and will remain in great shape throughout successive washings. It doesn’t matter if you have to wash the decals themselves either (as when toothpaste and whatnot splashes onto them) because they can take it. Not all decals will endure this, but many will – inquire with your decal provider.
One thing you do need to be careful with is paper towel when cleaning a mirror with decals on it. You don’t want bits and pieces of the paper to get caught up on the outline of the decals and make a wet paper mess on your mirror. It is better to use a thin micro-fibre cloth in cases like this as they will save you some time and trouble.
Mirror Mirror On The Wall…
There are not so many affordable ways to modify the look of a mirror. You can achieve nice effects with sandblasting but it can be rather expensive. A frame will work wonders but is also potentially costly. Why not opt for wall quotes and wall decals to produce similar effects at a fraction of the cost? Think about what you can do on vanity mirrors, bedroom mirrors and in the bathroom. Add glass wall art elsewhere in the room to create a matching decor.
| Tip : One great way to enhance the appearance of a frameless mirror is to have a contour shape custom-made on vinyl in the exact dimensions of your mirror so as to replicate the outline of a frame over it. Have it made in a style (Victorian, Mediterranean, modern, etc.) and color that will go with your room decor. |
Wall Quote Decals On Glass
Things can get tricky if you want to use removable wall decals on windows. For one thing, if you will be using words and quotes, they will only show up properly on one side of a window – obviously. Though this will work nicely in a car or shop window, it may not feel as nice in your home.
Another thing to take into consideration is the temperature of the window. If you live where the seasons either get very warm and/or cold at different times of the year, you should get high quality decals that will be able to sustain these temperature variations. Ideally, you’ll install the decals at a time when the glass is at an average temperature so as to maximize their adherence to the surface from the onset.
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