How can I make a mirror with plexiglass and spray paint?

Question

I've tried painting plexiglass with chrome paint to get a mirror effect but can't get it to reflect well and provide the "mirror" effect. I don't expect it to be exaclty like a glass mirror but would like to get it somewhat close. Any suggestions would be greatly appreciated.

Answer 1

Make sure to clean the front and back and dry with a lint free rag!

Coat the back of the plexiglass with spray cooking oil.

I know this sounds wierd, but hang in there!

Apply sheets of foil to the side that was just covered with oil.

Using a large paint brush, smooth the foil over glass removing any bubbles and creating a srface that would make up you mirror.

Place the foil coated glass in a frame or any type holder where the foil can be held in place.

Good luck!

Answer 2

Plexiglass Mirror

Answer 3

Spray the back of the plexi with chrome paint. When dry, spray paint it again with matte black. Dry. Hold up the plexi so the painted side is away from you and you are looking into the unpainted surface. With good lighting, you should see the reflection. Most mirrors are "second surface" much like the one you just made. Special mirrors can be first or front surface mirrors with a special reflective metallic coating on the front. The glass or plexi then is simply a base for the reflective paint.

Answer 4

this is done all the time you go to auto parts store and ask for a plastic replacement mirror for you car and glue it on. so just keep fallowing the commercial trail til you get to the manufacture of these mirror and get a job there

Answer 5

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Answer 6

Paint the back side of it black. hang it up. get some light behind you. that should do it. good luck.