Detailed instructions for making a makeup mirror with light bulbs

A mirror with light bulbs is a versatile design. It will be useful for clothing stores, jewelry stores, dressing rooms and even at home. Good lighting increases the convenience of use, and the right selection of design will also improve the interior of the room.

Pros and cons of makeup mirrors

The main feature that distinguishes the makeup mirror from the usual - the location of daylight bulbs on the perimeter. Such additional lighting will be especially useful during cosmetic procedures. It will allow to examine in detail all parts of the skin. Make-up mirror can be both full-length and small, on a table.

Full-length

This is a mirror with a height of 1.5 m or more, it is either attached to the wall or mounted directly on the floor. There are also variants with additional support in the design. They are especially popular in the professional sphere. They are suitable for clothing stores, showrooms, design studios.

Full-height version.

If space allows, you can make a full-length dressing mirror at home. It will allow you to comfortably pick up clothes, create images. The product will also be suitable for some cosmetic procedures.

Advantages:

• allows you to get a full-length display;
• does not demand arrangement of additional tables and nightstands;
• very good for work with clothes.

Disadvantages:

• Will have to spend more materials;
• it is not suitable for all cosmetic procedures.

For makeup

Makeup mirror with a bright backlight will not capture the whole body, but only the top part. But its design is more convenient for applying makeup and haircuts. An additional modern feature was the "instagram" of the mirror, because it turns out great photos.

A convenient work area for makeup artists.

Make-up mirrors are installed in beauty salons, hairdressing salonsThe places where jewelry and other decorations are sold. No problem such a design can be made for the home, with the light off it will act as an ordinary mirror, and with the light on - a make-up mirror.

Advantages:

• Convenience for applying makeup;
• Availability of additional space in the form of a table to place cosmetics;
• the possibility of arrangement in small rooms.

Disadvantages:

• Doesn't allow you to see yourself at full height;
• Requires additional constructions.

Case varieties

The very design of the product and its two main types are not yet a full-fledged classification. They may differ from each other in size, shape, lighting, design, installation method.

Dimensions

In terms of size, they can be divided into:

1. Small. Compact options, which have 6-7 bulbs on the perimeter. They are installed on bedside tables in corridors, bathrooms. One of the most popular sizes is 60x60 cm.
2. Medium. Their width is usually not less than 80 cm, height 100-120 cm. It is the medium ones that are most often used as makeup.
3. Large. The size can even be 100x180 cm. To order make variants even larger. These are full-fledged growth structures.

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Variety of forms.

The form of the product is another important parameter. Usually there are three main types:

1. Square.
2. Rectangular.
3. Round.

The product is round in shape.

If we consider them in terms of convenience, then the rectangular ones are the best.They provide a good overview. But the style is also important, if the room will fit better a round mirror, you can buy or make it.

How to place the lamps

For makeup mirrors use several types of lamps:

1. Incandescent bulbs. Suitable for entourage in antique rooms. But in operation have significant disadvantages: they burn out quickly, heat up, it is difficult to regulate the light.
2. Fluorescent lamps. Suitable only in cases where the illumination is used rarely and for a short time. Makeup artists practically do not use these lamps, because they will surely make your eyes tired during the day.
3. LED. Are expensive, but they are durable, provide a bright, pleasant light for the eyes.

LED bulbs - the best option.

In terms of location, there are options when the lights are built into the mirror, mounted on the wall around it, or built into a wooden frame. In self-made, it is better to look at the latter option.

Method of installation

Here everything depends on the size and on the features of the design, there are such types according to the method of installation:

1. Desktop .. Usually these are compact versions, which are either attached to the table, or are portable and simply placed on the table with support on the wall.
2. Wall-mounted .. Fixed to the wall with screws, adhesive tape and other items.
3. Floor. They are either simply placed on the floor with the wall or have a base. Another version of the floor make-up mirror is a design on wheels, used in theaters and other professional spheres.

Design on wheels with the ability to move.

Design

In addition to the main function, the homemade mirror should become an element of decor. It is important that it combines with the overall style of the room and other items.

The main styles:

1. Classic. Making a frame for this style is best made of wood. Additionally, carving or gilding is used for decoration.
2. Minimalism .. On the contrary, here should be a minimum of decorative elements, you can do without frames, installing light bulbs directly in the glass.
3. Loft. The loft style is best suited for massive floor structures of strict geometric shapes. The most suitable materials are wood or metal.
4. High-tech. Minimal frame and unusual shapes. You can even use spiral-shaped bulbs.
5. Provence. The frame in strict geometric forms is made of wood, painted in light shades.

Light colors are mandatory for Provence.

What will be needed for manufacturing

Before starting the work, it is necessary to prepare all the tools and materials, so that then you do not have to run to the store.

Of the materials will be required:

• Mirror;
• Boards or a wooden bar;
• sockets and light bulbs;
• electrical cable, plug;
• metal corners;
• fasteners;
• paint.

Of the tools needed:

• A tool for cutting wood;
• Drill with a feather nozzle;
• measuring tools;
• wire cutters;
• screwdriver;
• sandpaper with a bar.

It is also worth taking care of safety precautions, work in shoes with rubber soles, safety glasses and gloves.

Step by step instructions

Make-up mirror to make their own hands can almost everyone. It is important to study the step-by-step instructions in detail and adhere to them when performing the work.

Choosing the tool

When choosing tools for making a makeup mirror, you should focus on accessibility, convenience of work. It is good if it is possible to use a circular saw for cutting wood, but it is quite possible to cope with an ordinary saw.

What you will definitely need is a drill with a nozzle for large through holes. Making them without this tool so that they are neat is difficult.

The feather drill is one of the most important tools in these works.

Choosing a board

As for the material, there is almost no difference, any wood will do. You can use pine boards. Dimensions will depend mainly on the dimensions of the mirror, but there is an important indicator - the thickness, it is recommended at least 20 mm.

Another important parameter is the evenness. In construction stores a lot of boards with bends, so you will have to spend time to choose an even material.

Preparation of the drawing

To avoid silly mistakes, it is necessary in advance to make a drawing of a self-made make-up mirror. On the scheme must be: the height, width, thickness of the entire structure, as well as its individual elements. Additionally, it is necessary to indicate the location of the bulbs, the length of the step between them.

Drawing of the mirror of a rectangular shape.

Making the frame

The process of making a frame consists of several stages:

1. Cutting of material. According to the previously prepared drawings, cross and longitudinal boards for the frame are cut. You can do this with a hand saw, but if you use a circular saw, you can get a more even cut.
2. To fix the frame elements, you can use mounting glue.
3. Additionally, the construction is reinforced with a construction stapler.

Drilling holes for illumination

According to the previously made scheme, it is necessary to make holes in the frame for the bulbs. It is important in this case the accuracy of measurements, because the construction must be symmetrical.

Instructions:

1. It is necessary to draw the center of the future holes on the frame.
2. It is necessary to pick up a pen that will make a hole with the same diameter as the chuck.
3. After attaching the quill to the drill, all the holes are made.
4. After that, they are sanded with sandpaper.
5. Additionally, it is necessary to treat the edges and the front side of the frame.

Painting .

For small frames painting can be done with a spray can. Before it is applied, the surface of the material should be thoroughly cleaned.

Wiring

If possible, it is better to entrust all work with electrical work to a specialist. If not, then everything can be done by yourself even without experience, but with strict adherence to the recommendations.

Instructions:

1. Inside the sockets there is an element with two clips for wires.
2. You need to unscrew the small bolt, insert the wire into this compartment and screw the bolt back on.
3. The cartridges are connected to the cable by a series connection. To clean the wires, use a box cutter to carefully cut between the wires and then strip them.
4. The bare wires must be bent so that they can be inserted into the socket.
5. In this way all the sockets are connected to each other.

Video lesson: Making a makeup mirror for a makeup artist.

How to fix the mirror

There are several ways of fixing:

1. Using double-sided tape.
2. Attaching corners.
3. Using special fasteners.

Tips for decorating

There are several options for decorating. For the wooden frame, you can apply carving, painting in different colors, gilding. The glass itself can be decorated by spraying drawings, but it is important to do it so that they do not interfere with the views. It is possible to decorate well and the space near the mirror, for this you can apply flowers and other decorative elements.