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irror-effect spray paint gives plain glass a glamorous reflective surface in an instant. We used it to turn a glass-panelled cabinet door into a decorative feature, but you can also use the mirror spray to transform other glass or acrylic glass objects; try it inside vases or pots and on the reverse side of doors (for interior use only and not suitable for food vessels).
Mirror effect makeover
PRO TIP When using spray paint, always wear a mask and gloves and work outside or in a well-ventilated area, covering the surrounding surfaces with a drop cloth to avoid overspray
TOOLS & MATERIALS
Turn a simple glass-paned cabinet door – salvaged or new – into a mirror-effect feature with this DIY project
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To paint the front frame of the door, apply painter’s tape around the inside of the glass panels, ensuring the ends overlap at the corners. Use a utility knife to trim around the panel where the frame meets the glass to remove excess tape, then smooth down the edges by running the tape roll over them.
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Cut pieces of cardboard offcuts to fit into the panels, taping to ensure the glass is covered. Hold the metallic spray can 25cm from the surface and apply a light coat in a back-and-forth motion. Leave to dry for about 15 minutes, apply a second coat and leave to dry thoroughly.
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Remove the cardboard and painter’s tape. Clean the glass on both sides with glass cleaner and a microfibre cloth, polishing the back to ensure it’s clean and dry. Tip: This door is constructed with one solid piece of glass at the back. If using an older door with separate panels, tape the frame to prevent overspray.
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With the back of the door facing up, apply a very light coat of mirror-effect spray, holding the can 25cm from the surface and moving in a back-and-forth motion. Leave to dry for one minute, then repeat up to three times and leave to dry thoroughly. (Watch the transformation to mirror as the second coat is applied!) ◆
Project, instructions and steps photography Natasha Dickins. Photography Cath Muscat, styling Tilly Roberts. Paint colours may vary on application
On reflection
Safety equipment Painter’s tape Utility knife Glass-panelled cabinet door (we used Kaboodle 6 panel glass door) Cardboard offcuts Metallic spray paint (we used Rust-Oleum) Glass cleaner Microfibre cloth Mirror-effect spray paint (we used Rust-Oleum 170g specialty mirror-effect spray paint)