Top Reasons to Add Decorative Wall Mirrors to Your Interiors The wicked stepmother in the fairy tale ‘Snow White’ had her own evil reason to have a magical mirror in her palace, but the real world in which we live has different purposes for mirrors. The primary need for a mirror is to check one’s physical appearance.
Mirrors also have a spiritual significance and symbolize truth. Today, they are used for a variety of purposes and have gone from plain reflectors to actual pieces of art. Decorative wall mirrors adorn the interiors of homes and serve a variety of purposes. Decorative wall mirrors provide the illusion of space When used in a small space, the reflection of a mirror creates an illusion of the extension of the small space, making it look larger than it really is. For instance, bathroom wall mirrors can make a bathroom look larger than it really is. The bigger the mirror, the larger the illusion of space. But a big plain mirror can be boring, so why not get a decorative one that has a simple wire frame around it that makes it look like a window? Rounded decorative wall mirrors embellished with flowers and leaves hung out on a balcony garden can give the impression of an extension of the balcony. Decorative wall mirrors make a statement One of the principles of interior decoration is to create a focal point – an area or object in a room that stands out from the rest. The viewer’s eyes are drawn to this point as soon as they enter the room. A single picture on a wall or a colorful cushion in a plain room are some examples. Another fine example of a focal point is a single, sizable decorative mirror. Bedroom and living room wall mirrors and other hanging wall mirrors that are large and have beautiful adornments around them stand out well in