Bathroom mirrors can be framed or frameless. While some people prefer a framed mirror, others find that a frameless one is a better option. This kind of mirror has additional design advantages that make it an ideal choice for some bathrooms. Read on to learn more.



1. Get a Timeless Mirror Design

If you hang a framed mirror in your bathroom, then you might spend a lot of time choosing exactly the right frame. You'll want to match the style and décor in the room. The frame's material, colour and style are all important.

It might take a while to find a frame you're completely happy with. If you can't, then you might have to compromise and choose one that isn't exactly right.

While this might work for you now, the frame might not match your bathroom style and décor forever. If you redecorate the room, change its style of accessories or install a new bathroom, then the frame might not match the changes you make. The mirror might look out of place.

Frameless mirrors have an elegant and classic timeless look that matches any colour scheme or interior design style. You don't need to worry about how the mirror will fit in if you make changes to your bathroom. It will always look like it belongs.

2. Maximise Mirror Space

A good bathroom mirror will be large enough to give you a good view at various angles and distances. If you have a small or dark bathroom, then a well-placed mirror can also lighten the room and open it up.

If you use a framed mirror, then your available mirrored surface is smaller. The frame reduces the viewable area. If you choose a frameless mirror, you get more mirror space. This is especially useful on smaller walls. You can maximise mirror size even if you're short on space.

3. Avoid Frame Problems

Mirror frames do have some downsides that affect how good they look and how long they last. A frame sits in a steamy and humid environment in a bathroom. Some materials suffer if they get damp or wet regularly. They might warp, rot or grow mouldy. You might have to have a mirror reframed if the frame gets damaged.

Plus, frames add to the weight of a mirror. You might need extra help or supports to hang the mirror if your wall isn't in great shape.

You won't have these problems with frameless mirrors. They don't have any extra materials around them that might suffer in a bathroom environment. They are also lighter and easier to hang.

4. Get a More Hygienic Mirror

A frame can make a mirror harder to clean and keep hygienic. You might end up with dirty areas at the frame's edges, which blur parts of the mirror. You might also find it hard to keep the mirror clean around the frame. These areas can become home to hidden germs and bacteria.

A frameless mirror is a lot faster and easier to clean. You can access the whole surface right down to the side edges—there is no frame to get in the way. Your mirror won't just look clear and clean, but it will also be more hygienic.

5. Save Money

If you buy a framed mirror, then you pay for the frame and the mirror itself. You might find that you save money by going with a frameless design. Here, the mirror is your only cost.

Plus, you won't have future costs to factor in. For example, you won't ever have to pay to have your mirror reframed if you don't have a frame in the first place.

If you want more advice on frameless mirrors and how they might enhance your bathroom, contact South Melbourne Glass.