how to clean mirrors

Cleanliness is key to preserving
and keep your mirror new.
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Carefully dust off
Use the duster. In addition to not scratching the mirror, it eliminates dust easily. Finish the task with a soft cloth or a very dry flannel.

Eliminate finger stains
To eliminate fingerprints from the mirror, use a cloth with warm water. If you prefer, use gel alcohol. Make sure the alcohol doesn’t run onto the frame. He can stain it.

Do not use industrialized product
Escape the window cleaners! They leave the mirror with those dark aging spots. And be careful with brooms – they can cause accidents, in addition to scratching the mirror.

give the final touch
After cleaning, rub well-crumpled and dry newspaper sheets over the mirror. Antique mirrors will regain lost shine.

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Precautions when installing mirrors

the ideal mirror
Look for mirrors that are 3mm or more thick. The narrow ones break easily.

To fix the mirror
Never use Araldite® or Durepoxi® type glues or putties. In addition to being dangerous (the mirror can come off), they don’t give a good finish.

Mirrors with frames: use metal hooks secured with bushings.

Frameless mirrors: ask the glazier to fix special screws for the material.

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