Some DIY tips

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Mirror Mount

There are many ways to mount or hang mirrors. Weight is the main consideration. Make sure the hanger and what it is hanging from the hanger will provide adequate support. If the mirror is to be permanently attached, use mirror mastic as other adhesives may attack the backside of the mirror and leave blemishes. Also protect the back of the mirror from being scratched by any hanging hardware.

Acclimate Thy Stuff

Building materials, especially wood, need to acclimate to the environment in which they will be used. If building materials have been stored outside or in a warehouse, then they must be given time to adjust to the humidity and temperature of the environment in which they will be installed. Flooring and trim are the most critical, but it's good for you to have all building materials in place for several days before installation

Job Protection

Remodeling? It is not uncommon that the mess from a project or repair takes on a life of its own. Before you get started, consider covering up surfaces to protect them and move things out of the way that you want to protect. You should close off all unaffected areas, including shutting and sealing supply and return air vents. Bottom line: Take a little time to plan out the logistics of a project, including coping with the mess and damage that may be a byproduct of the project.

- Stephen Corwin

-- Anonymous, January 21, 2002

Answers

It is not uncommon that the mess from a project or repair takes on a life of its own.

Ain't that the truth~!

-- Anonymous, January 21, 2002


"There are many ways to mount or hang mirrors."

Is this a new sex fetish? Are they framed in black leather and chains?

-- Anonymous, January 22, 2002


That would be the ones in the bedroom, or "rompus room."

-- Anonymous, January 22, 2002

heheheheeh!!!! you guys !!!! we used to have a waterbed with a canopy of mirrors...............(smile)

-- Anonymous, January 23, 2002

Now I'm going to have to start skipping OldGit's responses... ;)

-- Anonymous, January 23, 2002


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