Just a heads up to anyone building this, the 12"x12" beveled tiles HD sells might not be exactly 12"x12". I've found that most are 12 1/16" on at least one side. I found this out the hard way (after the frame was built). I bought five of the 6-packs, and only got 10/30 mirror tiles that actually fit, and another 2 that are about 12 1/32". For these other 2 I am just gonna try sanding down some of the frame and re-staining.
+Ana White I love love love did I say love this mirror lol. I am going to attempt to do this. I have been doing so many diys lately and I must say I am so loving it. its like I found a skill I never knew I had. Also with interior decorating I am loving it. Thank you so much for sharing. Your plans are so easy to follow by the way.... Please keep sharing
Such a great idea! I live in a property with limited daylight and had been thinking about buying a mirror of some sort... Now, I reckon I could make this quite easily!
Good plans, I just made one of these out of oak. Of course mine took a lot longer considering all the wood went threw a joiner and thickness planner, and my table saw. I also used a backer board to reinforce the mirrors. A FYI when you apply glue to end grain its not the same as applying to face grain. Due to the nature of wood, more glue will be absorbed into the wood, not creating the bond your looking for. You can prime the end grain with glue and then reapply glue once the priming coat has dried, but that too will have a minimal bonding effect. Because I don't like the Oak look I painted mine white, and as one could assume Oak is a lot heavier than the pine! Instead of using a brad nailer to connect the base frame, I used a Hitachi 16 Gauge staple gun. It will not easily fall apart.
I just notice that most mirror videos lack to show how they support the back to hang it on the wall. Maybe it’s too obvious? But since it’s a heavy piece, I’m kinda nervous It wonmt hold
I am sorry we didn’t show this part We use screws and a wire to hang this project. Make sure you have at least two attachment points into the back of the mirror framing. Also make sure you hang to studs in the wall or use drywall anchors
I am currently making this and my mirrors are extremely tight fitting so I would suggest adding 1/16" to the long 1x2's to give yourself some wiggle room. I think I'm going to plane down some of the 12" molding pieces by about 1/32 - 1/16 to make room. Also, my game may be out of square so treat for as you go!
Your video gave me some help in a mirror project I was about to undertake... got some tips from blazingnailgun too so between both I came up with my own system of mounting a mirror. Thanks and good work!
That is awesome!!! Question what about if you want to make the squares 4x4 inside? I have a bunch of 4x4 pictures and thought this would be perfect for it. Thank you!
Love it Ana!! Thank you for giving all us DIYers the inspiration & tools to venture out and create fun things for our home on a budget. I've loved you since I stumbled across your blog years ago. Keep the video's coming!! - Your biggest fan Michelle
hi Ana, i want to make this mirror. i am going to rip my boards, my question is--are the boards true 1x2, 3s? i was reading your book and under "Boards", you have actually size from the store, which are not true 1x2s. are your measurements true or sizes of what the wood store sells?tk u for your help.
Hi. This is an awesome diy and will be my first. I do not have any tools or too much space to store them. Can we get these wooden pieces completely cut to exact size at a hardware store. and are you nailing or stapling the wood. Also can I just use a strong adhesive to put it together instead?
I love this!! I would like to make one that is 6 mirror tiles long and three high. What would my measurements be or how do I figure them our? Also do you think since it is bigger I would need a board on the back or it will be ok? If I need one what would you recommend. I dont want it to be super heavy. Thanks for sharing all your great projects!
hola ana buenas noches me gusto Tu video muy bonito yo soy loca con la decoracion. voy hacer ese espejo bendiciones para ti y tu familias un beso💋🐓🐼🐝🐔🐶
Really like the mirror. You mention a cut list, but I couldn't quickly find the plans on your website. Could you please post it up or include it in the description of the video?
Jeff Wright Hi Jeff! Thank you! I did this project for Ryobi Nation so the plans are here: www.ryobitools.com/nation/projects/3983 and the downloadable plans here eff5c75290b0e498bfcc-cdb2fd2cc8e016557784fa363a2704b5.r93.cf1.rackcdn.com/pdf/Ryobi%20Nation%20How%20To%20Project%20Submission%20-%20Ana%20White%20Grid%20Mirror%20PLANS.pdf Hope this helps!
great job Ana. Pity I can only give you 1 thumb up. Odd as it might sound You have inspired me now to make use of some glass I found and build the lid for a cold frame in the garden. Thank you.
alex Hi Alex, if you don't have a nail gun, you can screw the frame boards together (try trim screws). The trim boards added between the mirrors will need to be nailed on. You can use a hammer and finish nails but will need to drive the finish nails below the surface of the trim with a nail punch.
Ana, I tried to send you an email about an industrial pipe loft bed (inspired by RH Teen Wylie). My son, in grade 6 has a school project to build something and he has no bedroom furniture, so he thought he'd make a bed. We love the look of this and were hoping you might be able to help!.
Just a heads up to anyone building this, the 12"x12" beveled tiles HD sells might not be exactly 12"x12". I've found that most are 12 1/16" on at least one side. I found this out the hard way (after the frame was built). I bought five of the 6-packs, and only got 10/30 mirror tiles that actually fit, and another 2 that are about 12 1/32". For these other 2 I am just gonna try sanding down some of the frame and re-staining.
I've always wanted one of these mirrors! Thank you for the instructions! Yours turned out beautiful!!!
It is so easy to build and fun!!
Great project Ana and explained well in under 4 minutes!
Steve Carmichael Thank you!
Ana White Thank you!
Jesse Munoz Thank you!!!
***** Thanks for watching!
+Ana White I love love love did I say love this mirror lol. I am going to attempt to do this. I have been doing so many diys lately and I must say I am so loving it. its like I found a skill I never knew I had. Also with interior decorating I am loving it. Thank you so much for sharing. Your plans are so easy to follow by the way.... Please keep sharing
Such a great idea! I live in a property with limited daylight and had been thinking about buying a mirror of some sort... Now, I reckon I could make this quite easily!
Yes easy and fast!
Good plans, I just made one of these out of oak. Of course mine took a lot longer considering all the wood went threw a joiner and thickness planner, and my table saw. I also used a backer board to reinforce the mirrors. A FYI when you apply glue to end grain its not the same as applying to face grain. Due to the nature of wood, more glue will be absorbed into the wood, not creating the bond your looking for. You can prime the end grain with glue and then reapply glue once the priming coat has dried, but that too will have a minimal bonding effect. Because I don't like the Oak look I painted mine white, and as one could assume Oak is a lot heavier than the pine! Instead of using a brad nailer to connect the base frame, I used a Hitachi 16 Gauge staple gun. It will not easily fall apart.
+Gary Hi Gary, that sounds really nice!
great idea...i love it...tastefully done...perfectly executed!
Nice ! Great idea and awesome build Ana. Thanks.
+Frederick Ippolito Thanks for tuning in Frederick!
It's beautiful!!!!! Love it!!! I want to make one too, but where did you purchase the mirrors from? Have a blessed day.
U look like Christina from Cimorelli
I just notice that most mirror videos lack to show how they support the back to hang it on the wall. Maybe it’s too obvious? But since it’s a heavy piece, I’m kinda nervous It wonmt hold
I am sorry we didn’t show this part
We use screws and a wire to hang this project.
Make sure you have at least two attachment points into the back of the mirror framing.
Also make sure you hang to studs in the wall or use drywall anchors
@@AnaWhiteDIY thank you so much for that info!!!
I am currently making this and my mirrors are extremely tight fitting so I would suggest adding 1/16" to the long 1x2's to give yourself some wiggle room. I think I'm going to plane down some of the 12" molding pieces by about 1/32 - 1/16 to make room. Also, my game may be out of square so treat for as you go!
Hi! How did you hang this wonderful mirror please? 🙇😊 (Struggling with that 😖)
I love that you're making more videos to compliment your website. Your site has been an inspiration for this diy wannabe.
Dawn Booth Thanks so much for encouraging! Can't wait to see a project from you!
Your video gave me some help in a mirror project I was about to undertake... got some tips from blazingnailgun too so between both I came up with my own system of mounting a mirror. Thanks and good work!
Ana, where did you purchase your beveled mirrors?
Home Depot
elegant!! Just wondering how do you hang this mirror?
Used a picture hanging kit that I purchased at the hardware store. It's secured to the shorter frame pieces on both sides.
Omg!!!! Love it!!! Totally going to try to make! :) thank you for video!
Thanks Eliza, you can do it!
That is awesome!!! Question what about if you want to make the squares 4x4 inside? I have a bunch of 4x4 pictures and thought this would be perfect for it. Thank you!
joic81 Hi! I would do a full panel on the back for smaller squares - check out this tutorial here theletteredcottage.net/eagan-mirror-tutorial/
Ana White thank you so much!!
Love it Ana!! Thank you for giving all us DIYers the inspiration & tools to venture out and create fun things for our home on a budget. I've loved you since I stumbled across your blog years ago. Keep the video's coming!! - Your biggest fan Michelle
Michelle thank you so much!
hi Ana, i want to make this mirror. i am going to rip my boards, my question is--are the boards true 1x2, 3s? i was reading your book and under "Boards", you have actually size from the store, which are not true 1x2s. are your measurements true or sizes of what the wood store sells?tk u for your help.
Nice Job Ana..! How did you hand this mirror? Did you use french cleat or just hooks to studs?...
Keep it up Ana, you are doing great job..
Hi. This is an awesome diy and will be my first. I do not have any tools or too much space to store them. Can we get these wooden pieces completely cut to exact size at a hardware store. and are you nailing or stapling the wood. Also can I just use a strong adhesive to put it together instead?
Nice Job Ana..! How did you hang this mirror? Did you use french cleat or just hooks to studs?...
Keep it up Ana, you are doing great job..
I love this!! I would like to make one that is 6 mirror tiles long and three high. What would my measurements be or how do I figure them our? Also do you think since it is bigger I would need a board on the back or it will be ok? If I need one what would you recommend. I dont want it to be super heavy. Thanks for sharing all your great projects!
hola ana buenas noches me gusto Tu video muy bonito yo soy loca con la decoracion. voy hacer ese espejo bendiciones para ti y tu familias un beso💋🐓🐼🐝🐔🐶
pretty slick and easy, nice build
I wl certainly going to try to make it... it's too good
Really like the mirror. You mention a cut list, but I couldn't quickly find the plans on your website. Could you please post it up or include it in the description of the video?
Jeff Wright Hi Jeff! Thank you! I did this project for Ryobi Nation so the plans are here: www.ryobitools.com/nation/projects/3983 and the downloadable plans here eff5c75290b0e498bfcc-cdb2fd2cc8e016557784fa363a2704b5.r93.cf1.rackcdn.com/pdf/Ryobi%20Nation%20How%20To%20Project%20Submission%20-%20Ana%20White%20Grid%20Mirror%20PLANS.pdf Hope this helps!
great job Ana. Pity I can only give you 1 thumb up.
Odd as it might sound You have inspired me now to make use of some glass I found and build the lid for a cold frame in the garden. Thank you.
***** Thank you! That sounds like a fun project!
I've never really bought mirrors. But had to recently. They are crazy expensive. So this is a great budget build.
diycentral Yes, mirrors are insanely expensive! This is a really easy and inexpensive option, glad you like it! Thanks so much!
what an awesome idea--I couldn't make some like this project square if my life depended on it--thanks for sharing your videos
Tim you CAN!
I am so temped to try this! Thanks for posting, I really love it!
How beautiful!!! That mirror turned out great. Now I really want the cordless brat gun.
+Cherish Me Beautiful Thanks Cherish!
I love it!!!!i think I will try
can't hear you talking at all :(
overalls are needed as well
Super cool looking Ana! Great job!
Thanks!
Awesome!
What if I don't have a nail gun. What else could I use?
alex Hi Alex, if you don't have a nail gun, you can screw the frame boards together (try trim screws). The trim boards added between the mirrors will need to be nailed on. You can use a hammer and finish nails but will need to drive the finish nails below the surface of the trim with a nail punch.
Thank you Ana. I love the mirror
Yes, really a great project!
Thanks
Красиво!!! Большое спасибо!!!
Thank you very much !!! Аna White!!!
I'm glad you like!
Ana Большое спасибо за Ваши работы!!!!
Ana Thank you very much for your work !!!!
You're welcome! And thank you for watching!
nice job Ana, love your show
+retro vee Thank you!
Avery cute turned out great!
Thanks!
Tinha que traduzir!😒
Great idea Ana
Thanks
Nice..
alex1975 Thank you!
I love this. Thanks Ana!
+Romana Siddiqui Thank you for watching!
Ana, I tried to send you an email about an industrial pipe loft bed (inspired by RH Teen Wylie). My son, in grade 6 has a school project to build something and he has no bedroom furniture, so he thought he'd make a bed. We love the look of this and were hoping you might be able to help!.