Cleaning Tips- How to Clean Black Spots from Mirrors There are several causes of black spots on a mirror. If the black spots are around the edges, it is likely that the cleaning product used to clean the mirror has gotten behind the glass and damaged the back of the mirror. If the black spots are in the middle of the mirror, it is typically caused by moisture or cleaner reaching the back of the mirror and causing damage. The only solution is to repair the mirror by painting a new finish or disguising the spots. Hide the Damage with a Frame If the damage is around the edge of the mirror, you can make a frame out of several different materials to cover it up. Glue decorative glass beads or tiles around the mirror-If there are a few spots away from the edge, you may be able to add some accent beads on top of them. Mirror stripping can be placed around the edge to cover the damage- make a frame and keep the edges’ mirror function. If you can remove the mirror from the wall and lay it flat, you can outline some designs with liquid lead and fill them in with stained glass paint for an original look. Steps for Re-silvering- Begin by removing the mirror from the wall and placing it face down on a sturdy surface. Use a scraper or a sharp razor to carefully scrape away the existing silver backing. Be sure to dispose of this properly to avoid contamination. If the razor will not remove the silver, consider a chemical remover made especially for this purpose. Once all of the silver is removed from the back, the easiest method is place a new mirror behind the old glass. Fasten the mirror to the back of the glass and return it to its original location on the wall. The mirror should look good as new!
Posted on: Fri, 08 Nov 2013 15:04:13 +0000
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