The article below will show you how to glue mirror to wood for several applications. Get the facts on what adhesives will work best and start tackling those projects around the house.
Interested in creating your own unique mirror frame? This is an excellent project to show off your creative skills and your woodworking expertise. But when it comes to installing the mirror into your new frame, what type of adhesive will work best?
You will want a high-quality general adhesive with a fast setting time. A great choice for this type of project would be Loctite All Purpose Extreme Gel. Extreme Gel is a fast-setting powerful adhesive that will bond firmly to wood, glass, metals, and most plastics.
Once you have selected or made your mirror frame, here is how to install it and glue it permanently in place:
- Lay the frame on a flat surface like a table or the floor, face down.
- Test fit the mirror into the frame to make sure it fits properly before applying any adhesive.
- Remove the mirror and set it aside.
- Lightly dampen the wood frame before applying Loctite Extreme Gel.
- Apply a bead of glue around the edge of the frame where the mirror will make contact. Apply only as much as you need to bond the mirror in place. This will prevent excess adhesive from squeezing out past the front of the frame.
- Put the mirror into place and ensure it makes contact with the adhesive.
- Lightly clamp the mirror or set a weighted object on the mirror edges until the adhesive sets.
- When the glue has fully cured, turn the mirror over and remove any excess glue on the mirror surface careful with a putty knife.
Another common project is to glue a mirror to a wood door. This is also simple to do with the right adhesive and a little instruction. The adhesive choice will depend largely on the size and weight of the mirror.
For larger applications, Loctite All Purpose Extreme Gel, mentioned above, will work nicely.
- Measure the dimensions of your mirror and transfer them to the door. Be sure to centre the layout and adjust for the height you want to attach the mirror.
- Lay the mirror face down on a table or the floor.
- Apply a bead of adhesive to the outer edge of the mirror and add some to the middle of the mirror if it is heavy and will need extra support.
- Attach the mirror to the door and press firmly along the edges to make contact with the glue.
- Use tape or another mechanical means of supporting the mirror until the glue sets.
For small mirrors, follow the same directions as above; however, instead of using regular adhesive, try Loctite Super Glue Power Gel. Power Gel’s special rubber-infused formula creates powerful bonds but remains slightly flexible to hold up to the vibrations of a door opening and closing. You’ll also love the long nozzle, making precision placement a breeze.
Add some shine to your decorative projects with mirrors. Decorative mirror pieces are available in a wide variety of shapes and tints. If you or your kids are into craft projects, you’ll love this idea.
Loctite Super Glue Creative Pen is perfect for attaching small bits of mirrors or other decorations to almost any type of project. You’ll love the no-drip precision of the easy-grip squeeze bottle, which virtually eliminates spills, drips, and glue on your fingers. Bonds to nearly any surface in just 30 seconds.