sounds ridiculous. even if they want to nail the frame to the wall, it should extend over the edges of the glass.

Where are the mirrors going? 70 x 40 is floor mirror size.

And the 45 x 40…where is it hanging?

Thank you acm. I don't know the exact reason for covering the edges of the glass with a frame, but it seems this is how mirrors are usually framed. I just cannot visualize what it will look like when the edges are just pressed against the frame.

Mirror edges often develop black marks over years, and I wonder a frame helps hide them when it covers the edges of the mirror.

> JudtG Designs

Thank you for your response. Both mirrors will be above a vanity (one vanity is 7ft long, and the other is 45" long).

I can’t picture it…you can’t do three mirrors?

Be wary of gluing the mirror, I purchased to expense mirrors about 15 years ago with a frosted glass frame to match my frosted glass sinks and they must have glues them to the back of the frame ad I see all the glue lines. I returned them and they replaced americano problem now they are not in business.

> JudyG Designs

> you can’t do three mirrors?

I could, but I'd like a large mirror to make the bathroom look large.

Um, if they are using nails INSTEAD of screws, then you need to find some more bids from another craftsman.

Check out YouTube under vanity mirrors with frames and see what you find....also visit a local glass shop and see what they recommend....due diligence can save you money and time if you do a bit of it now.

Kenji,

Maybe you should by pass your builder for now. Try your local glass/mirror shop. Have them install the mirror. I did just that for a client. Forgotten the exact measurements, but one mirror stretched over three sinks…so long…ran f While they were at it, I had them cut holes for sconces so lights could be on the mirror.

Then the builder trimmed around it. Came out great. Similar to this:

https://www.houzz.com/photos/kara-weik-©-2012-houzz-traditional-bathroom-dallas-phvw-vp~1588585©-2012-houzz-traditional-bathroom-dallas

I build a custom mirror and frame for our master bath and wouldn't think of duplicating it for less than $1,500.00.

> Susan Davis

Thanks for your response. What are the differences between screws vs. nails? They told me that the frames will be anchored to the wall and painted, and I won't see any fasteners.

If the frames are screwed to the wall, do you think butting a glass against the frame is acceptable?

> JudyG Designs

Thanks for your feedback.

> Then the builder trimmed around it.

Did they butt the frame against the mirror? Is this a common method? If not, what are cons of doing so?

The cost is an issue, but not the biggest concern. I'm more concerned about whether or not the gap between the frame and glass be noticeable, and would like to know the pros and cons of the method they are proposing. Thanks!

Glass company installed the mirror, leaving a border of wall, let’s say 3 inches around the mirror. Builder used that border of wall to attach molding.

Wish I could explain it better to you. But I could remove that trim if I had to and not impact the mirror at all.

Found this link….better explanation than mine.

http://www.momtastic.com/diy/128900-how-to-frame-a-bathroom-mirror/#/slide/1

> Joseph Corlett, LLC

Thank you for your input. So, you think their price is fair.

The price is cheap, considering the amount of labor.

This is a VERY common method for "framing" a vanity mirror with trims. The template for glass will be exact, and you will not know the difference. Five/six big dabs of silicone and it's up on the wall forever : ) This was done just that way. The trim came first : )

I will give you one tip......trim ALL four sides, don't let them cheat and skip the bottom, using a back splash as the bottom "trim edge"

https://www.potterybarn.com/m/products/classic-double-wide-mirror/?kwid=productads-adid%5e202405455961-device%5em-plaid%5e328117585120-sku%5e4405650-adType%5ePLA&cm_cat=Google&sku=4405650&catalogId=84&cm_ite=%5b%5bPLA%5d%20-%20Good%20Mobile%5d&gclid=Cj0KCQjwgb3OBRDNARIsAOyZbxCljgxrWhOnBAw4XTzn_0NkLdiM895qACKraTgR_HUI1uaCPycjo3AaAvboEALw_wcB&cm_ven=PLA&cm_pla=Decor%20%26%20Pillows%20%3e%20Wall%20Mirrors

I think the difference is that nails connect wood and screws secure wood. Nails can vibrate out over time while screws grab the wood.

> Sophie Wheeler and JAN MOYER

Thank you very much for your feedback. It is good to know that their method is a legitimate one. For some reason, I never came across this method when I did extensive research about how to frame a mirror online.