I got some pieces of mirrors from a glass store and would like to etch on them and be able to hang them without frames. Is there a way to drill holes in them to run ribbon through to hang them?
2006-07-11 03:27:28 · 6 answers · asked by digger 1 in Home & Garden ➔ Do It Yourself (DIY)
Yes, but it takes a bit of skill to do it without cracking the glass. .
Hanging a mirror is best done with an edge holder. These are small holders which hold the edge of the mirror and then screw to the wall - used mostly in bathrooms and vanity areas.
For decoration you can also use an adhesive on the back of the mirror to afix it. Be sure to use a good tape or hold the mirror in place until the adhesive bonds properly. I've used Liquid nails and even Hot glue for smaller mirror pieces.
2006-07-11 03:30:30 · answer #1 · answered by Marvinator 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Have you talked with the glass store about having them drill the holes. They may be more skilled and have the right tools to do it.
2006-07-11 04:18:21 · answer #2 · answered by oil field trash 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes you can (as Bob the builder would say) but it takes a special glass drill bit and you want to hold the mirror securely.... It is tricky to do but can be done...
2006-07-11 03:32:46 · answer #3 · answered by Jerry S 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes it is easy to drill holes in them with the proper drill bit. And yes its a real easy way to get 7 years of bad luck if you arent skilled enough to do it. (if you believe in that sort of thing)
2006-07-11 03:57:03 · answer #4 · answered by madroofer36 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
This may help, not the same exactly, but close.
http://www.perpetualpc.net/drill_glass.html
Also, if you have a spare peice to test with, try using a dremmel with some of the griding bits ti see if they will do it. Take it slow so as not to break the mirror via heat.
2006-07-11 03:33:52 · answer #5 · answered by RightLight 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
yes, if you can see your face in pieces of mirror.
2006-07-11 03:33:12 · answer #6 · answered by Coolguy 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋