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All About Frameless Mirrors
If you know mirrors like we do, then you know all about the styles and makes that are available to you when you go to choose one. You should not feel overwhelmed by your choices, but rather know that after you read more about frameless mirrors, you will have a better understanding. Frameless mirrors are elegant decorative additions to any room. With etching and frosting, they can be contemporary or more traditional in look. To have a frameless mirror, the edges must be beveled. What is a beveled edge on a frameless mirror? Beveled means that the edge has been cut to a less than 90-degree angle. It is decorative because the light is bent when it hits the edge, creating a prism (rainbow) effect. The most common width of a beveled edge is 1/2 inch, but they can vary depending on the design that is to be created. A beveled edge on a frameless mirror is created by using a sharpening stone to grind off the material on the front and back to achieve the desired angle. Curved edges are more difficult to bevel, so they are done by hand. Straight edges are easier so many times they can be finished by a machine. Why bevel the edges of a frameless mirror? Frameless mirrors need to have beveled edges to extend their ability to last a long time. If the edges are sharp, they are more likely to crack or chip....
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