How to Offset Mirrors at the Foot of a Bed
Mirrors are amazing accessories, able to perform a type of magic. If you have a small room, using mirrors can make it look larger, especially when they reflect a large piece of furniture, such as the bed. However, Feng Shui principles direct homeowners to avoid placing a mirror directly at the foot of the bed where their reflection can be seen, as this may negatively affect their chi. To abide by this guideline but still take advantage of the power of a mirror, hang it so that it is offset with the end of the bed. Does this Spark an idea?
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Decide whether you will hang the mirror higher than the end of the bed, to the right of the end of the bed or to the left of the end of the bed. These are all offset positions. Measure to find your desired location and mark this spot.
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Use a straight edge to make a horizontal line through the center of your mark. Turn the mirror over and measure down to the hangers from the top edge and in from each side. Mark the wall to show where the hangers fall, using your measurements and the horizontal line that represents the top edge of the mirror as a guide.
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Sink a screw into each mark; you will need one for each hanger, or two to three screws placed in a straight line for a hanging wire. Lift and hang the mirror. Examine the mirror to ensure that it is straight and that the top edge falls along the reference line.
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