If you are looking to change your homes decor to that of a Mid-Century modern style, there are a few design secrets you should know before getting started.First off I suggest, if you haven’t already, set aside some time for researching this unique design. Get a feel for the architecture of that era, the interior design principles, and the overall mindset and motivations behind the design. Familiarize yourself with every aspect of the movement. Study pictures and floor-plans and get a well versed understanding, and feel, of the overall look that defines the style and period.Remember that Mid-Century modern design is marked by the minimalist attributes of clean, simple lines and neutral, monochromatic colour tones, along with “minimal” clutter. Stay away from overcrowding or overdoing a space. Less is best when it comes to Mid-Century modern design.With your choice of furniture, stick to simple designs, colours and textures. Mix clean simple lines of vintage or retro furniture with hardwood floors and patterned area rugs. According to your budget you can buy vintage or reproduction furniture in keeping with the style of the era: plastics, stainless steel, sleek woods and glass. Use the placement of your furniture to create intimate seating arrangements. Don’t get distracted from your goal… think minimalism.If you are on a limited budget but still really want original pieces, you could check at auctions, flea markets, estate sales and thrift stores. You may be pleasantly surprised at what gems show up for a real bargain. I’m not saying you will find designer originals but you may uncover some quality reproductions produced during that era.The marriage of Mid-Century with modern design magically happens when you blend vintage with state-of-the-art furniture, accessories and art work. You are trying to achieve the effect of simplicity, or minimalism, while still offering an aura of complexity.While there seem to be many rules that govern Mid-Century modern interior design, don’t allow yourself to be bullied into creating a design that is boring or generic. Always make sure you put your personal stamp on your designing. You want your surroundings to reflect your personality and flare while staying within the design parameters of that era.

One way to add an elegant and distinctive touch of personality to any room in your home is to add a decorative wall mirror. These reflective works of art will express your personal creative good taste to the room in which they hang. With a plethora of styles, shapes and sizes, there is a good chance that you will find one to match the decor of any room in your home.After you have explored all the styles, shapes and sizes and you have made your final decision, you want to be sure that when you mount your mirror that the mounting is done correctly. You want to be sure that you have done your homework and will have your mirror mounted safely on the wall. You don’t want to walk into the room and find your wall damaged and heaven forbid, find your new mirror shattered on the floor.What you want to do is take the necessary steps, when hanging your mirror on the wall, to install this wall art correctly the first time around. When done the correct way, you will never have to worry about any accidents happening.So now you have the wall mirror of your choice. You have selected the wall to hang it on. You have also selected the exact position on the wall to hang it.The first thing you have to do is have someone hold the mirror against the wall where you want the mirror to hang, while you mark the wall with a pencil a short line somewhere near the center of each side of the mirror. Each line drawn can be as short as half an inch.Now remove the hand held mirror from the wall and place it somewhere out of the way. You should now have four lines marked on the wall representing the outside perimeters of your reflective art piece. Using a ruler, measure where the center of your left and right side pencil lines will be. Make a pencil mark on the wall where the center is.With the use of an electronic stud finder, go across the inside area that you have marked until you have an indication of where the wooden studs are located inside the wall. Once you find the studs make a pencil mark indicating where each stud is located.On the back side of your wall mirror, look for where the mirror hanger attached to the back side of the mirror is located. Measure the distance where the hanger is located from the top of the mirror. Now go to the wall you have just pencil marked. From your top pencil mark, go down the center and mark on the wall, with pencil, exactly where the hanger will be located on the wall when the mirror is hung.If your mirror has more than one hanger attached to the back side, then measure how far apart each hanger is from the center of the mirror. After you have measured the locations of the hangers, make the pencil markings on the wall where they will be located when the mirror is hung on the wall.With an electric screwdriver, screw a wall clip on to the wall using a wood screw large enough and long enough to go through the wall and deep into the wooden stud inside the wall. If only one wall clip is necessary, make sure the clip is firmly attached to the wall and hang your mirror.If your wall mirror requires two wall clips, then with a device called a level, go across the two screw hole markings you have marked on the wall and make any adjustments necessary to make sure your markings are level with each other.When you are sure that your screw hole markings are level, go ahead and screw on the two wall clips using an electric screwdriver and a wood screw large enough and long enough to go through the wall and deep into the wooden stud inside the wall. Always make sure your wall clips are securely attached to the wall before hanging your decorative wall mirror. Now hang your mirror.With the proper tools and techniques hanging a decorative wall mirror is something most anyone can do. Within a few minutes this job can be completed and the results will be a reflection of the artful creativity in you.

Wall mirrors are an extremely popular range of mirror however it is not only your gym that could benefit from wall to wall mirrors. Indulge in the luxury of creating a visually pleasing brighter space in your home with the strategic placing of your wall mirror. Mirrors are perfect for spreading natural light in your home and transforming any dark corners. Mirrors also have the advantage of directing sunlight throughout your living space during the day unlike candle light and other standard light bulbs. At night your mirror will complement any source of light present and contributes to creating a wonderful atmosphere in your home.Glam up your kitchen:There are various ways you could add a touch of glamour to your kitchen with the use of a wall mirror. Wall to wall mirrors to create a splashback design will instantly create an inviting living space. Perfect for any ultra-modern kitchen these mirrored splashbacks will ooze elegance and offer a luxurious feel. They would require regular maintenance to ensure they remain sparkling to create the desired look but they would sure be worth it. Perfect for creating a wonderful centrepiece in your home a mirrored splashback would brighten up your kitchen and create a living space you would simply want to admire for endless hours.Lively Mirrors for Social Spaces:Living rooms, family room and playroom are all social spaces and therefore must be inviting. You should look to open up these spaces with the strategic positioning of your wall mirror creating the illusion of a larger space. You can opt for the traditional overmantle mirror which would feature above any fireplace creating a charming atmosphere or you could demonstrate a creative burst. Alternating the use of glass and other materials like wood or metal can create a stylish contemporary look that would instantly revive your room. You could also experiment with different shaped mirrors a diamond or oval mirror would create an edgy, stylish design that would wow any guests in your home.Dining Room Mirrors:A dining room can be the perfect place to experiment with a wall mirror. With your dining room table taking the centre of attention in the room you should look for a mirror that will complement this room. Depending on the size of your dining space a leaner mirror would enhance this space beautifully and create an ultra-contemporary feel. A simple wall mirror featured on your wall in your dining room could easily double your space. If you were feeling daring you could go for the wall to wall mirror design. This would work beautifully in your dining room and would create a sleek, elegant look. It is also ideal for small dining spaces and could help brighten up your living space.Romantic Mirrors for Your Bedroom:The positioning of a mirror in your master bedroom can easily create the romantic atmosphere that you have always desired. Depending on the positioning of your window and any other architectural elements you can place a wall mirror at the head of your bed or on either side of the wall to create a stunning focal point. This allows the space in your bedroom to double and the mirror will subtly add more light to your room throughout the day. A heavily ornate mirror would work well in your bedroom, there are a wide range of ornate mirrors available allowing you to select one that would blend effortlessly into your current bedroom interior.Visually Spacious Storage and Hallway Spaces:Your hallway and many storage spaces can become visually more attractive with the use of a large wall mirror. Hiding your storage behind a full length mirrored door detracts the attention away from what may be hiding behind the door and creates a carefully hidden space that looks exceptionally stylish. This clever technique can be used in almost any room in your home, offering a timeless look. Perfect for any wardrobes the full length mirror not only provides a clever storage space it is also offer a practical full length reflection ideal for when you are getting ready.A similar technique can be used in your hallway. Imagine your hallway brighter, larger and much more appealing. Whether you choose floor to ceiling wall mirrors or a rectangular wall mirror you will be glad that you have chosen a mirror as your design element. The mirror can successfully add additional light to your hallway as well as creating an inviting space within your home. A crowded hallway would also benefit from the use of a wall mirror helping to define and open up the space.We hope this guide has offered you some ideas on different ways to use wall mirrors to liven up your current home décor.