Are you looking to fill an empty wall with a big impact? Or perhaps you want to create a cozy pub feeling in your bar area? Then let us introduce you to antique mirror. Antique mirror is artfully crafted to create an aged and moody look on the front surface of the mirror. You can choose from various colors, veining, and levels of distress to the mirror backing.
True “antique mirror” is when the silver mirror backing erodes over time with oxidization from moisture and air over time. Patches of discoloration will start to show through to the surface – often seen first along the edges of mirror where moisture can build up. An antique mirror really holds no value if you wanted to restore it to a full silver reflective surface as new laws and regulations have eliminated this service.
The modern fabrication of antique mirror is handcrafted to create an entire surface area of antiquing and is unique to each sheet of mirror and design pattern. These mirrors can be hung on walls or framed with ornate frames. If you want to create a classic or vintage look then consider the moody appearance of antique mirror.
One could attempt to antique silver mirror themselves, however it takes caustic and dangerous chemicals to achieve, and too much distressing can completely erode the silver backing, thus losing the mirror quality.
At Carmel Glass & Mirror we offer a large variety of antique mirror styles and stop in our showroom to see the full display anytime!