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Big Empty Wall Dilemma...Help Please!

eddy4444
vor 8 Jahren


My wife and I have been arguing long-term over WHAT to put on this wall in our condo. It is 9' wide by 9' high and there is an existing electric outlet and thermostat which cannot be moved.

She does NOT want pictures, shelves, furniture or other dust collectors.

A mirror seems the way to go as it will reflect our living room (in the process of re-decorating) and the view of trees outside our patio door.

IF a mirror, or mirror is the way to go, what what you suggest: size? style? shape? border? trim or frame?

Many thanks for your help, in advance.

Kommentare (26)

  • Vicki Denson
    vor 8 Jahren

    Your entry hall looks very small, narrow, and dark. I would make this wall my entry area. Place a table or a storage piece against the wall and move your art around the corner.

    eddy4444 hat Vicki Denson gedankt
  • eddy4444
    Ursprünglicher Verfasser
    vor 8 Jahren

    Won't work for us...thanks anyway.

  • User
    vor 8 Jahren
    Zuletzt geändert: vor 8 Jahren

    Sounds like you are dead set on a mirror, so I would go with something of a mirror and metal wall sculpture. Something that will reflect light but not be an *in your face* mirror. Maybe something like these? You may need more than one to create the design for the wall.

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  • eddy4444
    Ursprünglicher Verfasser
    vor 8 Jahren

    Benzara is nice.

    Thanks.

  • freedomplace1
    vor 8 Jahren

    I think you could use a large square or round mirror (can hang above eye level, so it doesn't intrude). Facing the window(s) is a really nice placement for a mirror. Good choice. I think the round would work really well in your space. Here are a few ideas:

    http://www.wayfair.com/Majestic-Mirror-Contemporary-Round-Wall-Mirror-2051-P-MMR1189.html

    http://www.wayfair.com/Uttermost-Amberlyn-Mirror-08028-B-UM5500.html

    http://www.wayfair.com/Uttermost-Jeremiah-Wall-Mirror-04017-UM12584.html

    http://www.wayfair.com/AandB-Home-Group-Inc-Mirror-37295-WZA2889.html

  • eddy4444
    Ursprünglicher Verfasser
    vor 8 Jahren

    I like the first one...thanks!

  • freedomplace1
    vor 8 Jahren

    You're welcome. :)

  • eddy4444 hat Carolina gedankt
  • Carolina
    vor 8 Jahren
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  • Carolina
    vor 8 Jahren
    And I really like that first mirror that margocorp suggested.
    eddy4444 hat Carolina gedankt
  • erinsean
    vor 8 Jahren

    I know your wife does not want furniture there but how about a slim open glass top console ....then artwork or mirror over it. A lamp would be a bonus. Glass does not show dust...ask me how I know...I have glass tables.

    eddy4444 hat erinsean gedankt
  • susan2494
    vor 8 Jahren

    medallion?

    eddy4444 hat susan2494 gedankt
  • susan2494
    vor 8 Jahren

    Bring in a spot of color?

  • Carolina
    vor 8 Jahren
    @erinsean: I have glass tables too, but mine do show dust. So... I probably (very likely) don't clean them often enough. Or yours are made of miracle glass and you live in a dust free country.
    eddy4444 hat Carolina gedankt
  • sandradclark
    vor 8 Jahren

    I do not like glass tables as they do show dust. And are cold looking. Nothing beats wood. A mural wall would be nice. Check out Great Big Canvas for wall peels which can be changed easily.

    eddy4444 hat sandradclark gedankt
  • linlac
    vor 8 Jahren
    I don't think a small mirror will work on that wall without a table underneath. You could do a large leaning mirror. If you don't like the leaning mirrors you could do a set of taller vertical mirrors.
    eddy4444 hat linlac gedankt
  • susan2494
    vor 8 Jahren

    mirror sculpture

    eddy4444 hat susan2494 gedankt
  • leelee
    vor 8 Jahren

    Often a mirror can look cold and uninteresting. A piece of art can add color and personality.

    eddy4444 hat leelee gedankt
  • baileyco767
    vor 8 Jahren
    I have this in my small area, low ceiling. Makes the room look bigger in person. I'd also paint that wall an accent color first. Show us the after pic!
    eddy4444 hat baileyco767 gedankt
  • freedomplace1
    vor 8 Jahren
    Zuletzt geändert: vor 8 Jahren

    Just want to mention: I think that wall might be a really nice place for an electric fireplace. The mirror and fireplace could work together. The mirror will be enough; but a fireplace could be a nice addition... set a nice atmosphere in your home. So many choices in the electric fireplace genre. But if you like this style, a freestanding one - something like this - might be an easy way to try the concept and see if it works for you. Then you might opt for wall mounted, etc. - or you may find that freestanding is a good permanent choice.

    AKDY 27" Freestanding Electric Fireplace Heater, Temperature Control With Remote · Mehr Info

    Some general visuals:

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    And of course, there's the classic.

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    If you like the fireplace concept - that wall might be a nice place for it. You can find a lot of info online about 'best' rated electric fireplaces, etc.

    I think the mirror will be a beautiful feature. The fireplace is an additional nice option. That wall may just turn out to be your favorite wall, after all. ;)

    Best wishes.

    eddy4444 hat freedomplace1 gedankt
  • PRO
    harvey & Dot
    vor 8 Jahren

    We can print a beautiful B&W or color photo on a mirror. It keeps the mirror effect without it taking over the room. It's stunning.

  • PRO
    harvey & Dot
    vor 8 Jahren

    Btw...Mirrors are the biggest dust collectors. We also Print Art & Photography on Galvanized steel. It's cool, edgy and low to no maintenance. You can choose the image, size, material. Copper, Steel, Brass, Bronze, Mirror.

  • leelee
    vor 8 Jahren
    Zuletzt geändert: vor 8 Jahren

    What are all the pictures lined up on the TV wall?

    BTW, mirrors can be real dust collectors and it's hard to get the dust off and keep them streak free.

  • leelee
    vor 8 Jahren
    Zuletzt geändert: vor 8 Jahren

    Ha! didn't see the comment from harvey and dot when I posted about mirror dust.

  • Carolina
    vor 8 Jahren
    Zuletzt geändert: vor 8 Jahren

    Or a photowall like this. Or if you don't like this, choices galore on that website.

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