tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1724594058209899258.post8388643392383770687..comments2024-03-27T03:15:55.367-04:00Comments on EPBOT: DIY Antiqued Mirror Wall Panels (Or, "Fun With Muriatic Acid!")Jenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11888187687405622408noreply@blogger.comBlogger55125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1724594058209899258.post-45005349131028871492018-05-20T14:35:50.843-04:002018-05-20T14:35:50.843-04:00Thanks! You can apply the mirrors with mastic - ba...Thanks! You can apply the mirrors with mastic - basically a permanent thick glue. Not sure with the shelf - since it's going to hold a lot of weight you may need to install it first into the wall studs, then tile around it with the mirrors. Jenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11888187687405622408noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1724594058209899258.post-48207053123229404582018-05-20T13:14:38.943-04:002018-05-20T13:14:38.943-04:00FIRST: This is one of the best tutorials I’ve seen...FIRST: This is one of the best tutorials I’ve seen in a long time! Great job! SECOND: I want to do an entire wall of antique Mirror like wall tiles in my bar area and then hang a copper shelf unit over for bar glasses. What do u recommend doing to get them onto wall? Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09212914210608395739noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1724594058209899258.post-83412334092444218492017-08-02T12:46:04.973-04:002017-08-02T12:46:04.973-04:00Absolutely, just use mastic like you would for mou...Absolutely, just use mastic like you would for mounting any mirror.Jenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11888187687405622408noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1724594058209899258.post-19824284541224997192017-08-01T15:13:52.681-04:002017-08-01T15:13:52.681-04:00Do you know if these could be mounted on the wall ...Do you know if these could be mounted on the wall like tile?Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15420619805620571805noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1724594058209899258.post-14925568156834242182017-03-16T15:13:24.145-04:002017-03-16T15:13:24.145-04:00Oh no! Sounds like the coating on your mirrors is ...Oh no! Sounds like the coating on your mirrors is extra thin, so I'd be *extremely* sparing with your spritz of the acid, then have the water hose on hand to wash it off almost immediately. (You can always repeat if it doesn't take off enough.) Good luck!Jenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11888187687405622408noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1724594058209899258.post-24701347241462795322017-03-15T16:10:58.356-04:002017-03-15T16:10:58.356-04:00Hello! I followed your instructions exactly down t...Hello! I followed your instructions exactly down to the T but the acid literally takes off everything. I've ruined 3 mirrors already! Any suggestions? Help please!Lisa Vampirehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00796860560808717914noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1724594058209899258.post-72638610374336758702017-01-04T07:54:12.588-05:002017-01-04T07:54:12.588-05:00Thank you for your very interesting Tutorial on th...Thank you for your very interesting Tutorial on the Mirrors. However I have a different Topic that I would like to ask a question about. I was recently re-mudding (texturizing by hand) my Dining Room Walls and as it (the Dry-wall Mud) was drying, it looked awesome. It looked like I had painted it white with a Greyish Glaze. Which is ALOT like what It looks to me like your Bedroom Walls are. Can you please enlighten me on the colors and technique used. Thank you very much.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1724594058209899258.post-25893119204529805982016-09-06T15:51:32.457-04:002016-09-06T15:51:32.457-04:00Only glass - the acid will eat through plastic!Only glass - the acid will eat through plastic!Jenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11888187687405622408noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1724594058209899258.post-3220523435727751992016-09-03T19:49:58.968-04:002016-09-03T19:49:58.968-04:00Does this work at all on the newer plastic mirrors...Does this work at all on the newer plastic mirrors? Or does it have to be glass ? Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1724594058209899258.post-61928395377438163612016-08-31T17:21:52.613-04:002016-08-31T17:21:52.613-04:00These are the prettiest distressed mirrors I'v...These are the prettiest distressed mirrors I've ever seen . Thanks for the share.heatherhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02863696787748544370noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1724594058209899258.post-63049530994395520242016-08-01T20:50:34.570-04:002016-08-01T20:50:34.570-04:00I tried this diy and spraying a light even coat ov...I tried this diy and spraying a light even coat over the whole mirror (60"x24") of muiratic acid. It was overkill for my project. I wiped instead of blotted right away and the mirror surface came off way faster than expected. I should have sprayed the muiratic acid and then used the garden hose to clean it off immediately. Followed it up with spray paint in a mix of champaign gold, silver,pearl and then a solid coat of black high adhesion over the back. I would like to try metalic turquoise and charcoal grey mix next time. I did 2 mirrors this size. I plan to adhere to plywood with construction adhesive and trim out in trumeau style (8'×32"). Will add a nice architectural element to the room and I can take it with me when I eventually move. Thank you for the outstanding tutorial.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1724594058209899258.post-80736098447032481572015-11-01T15:49:56.731-05:002015-11-01T15:49:56.731-05:00Added this to my list of projects! Thank you.Added this to my list of projects! Thank you.Jojohttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17087260274334309269noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1724594058209899258.post-61840051009103520472015-07-28T16:46:31.794-04:002015-07-28T16:46:31.794-04:00When using the Blue Patina solution did you rinse ...When using the Blue Patina solution did you rinse with water as you would have the muriatic acid after a minute or so, and then apply paint?Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1724594058209899258.post-55533942613643760842014-12-09T11:58:05.100-05:002014-12-09T11:58:05.100-05:00You should post this to HouzzYou should post this to HouzzAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1724594058209899258.post-41944464487931111202014-12-01T18:09:08.108-05:002014-12-01T18:09:08.108-05:00Hey, I've just found this video of someone who...Hey, I've just found this video of someone who debunks pins, and finds yours works! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kBQ1RhKd3B0Bethannoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1724594058209899258.post-71991703591040543172014-11-11T13:13:08.044-05:002014-11-11T13:13:08.044-05:00I got so excited to see your tutorial, because thi...I got so excited to see your tutorial, because this was just what I needed for a project of mine. Except I had two problems (neither of which were the fault of your tutorial). The first being, in my apartment complex, I had absolutely no place to go outside to work with acid. Second, the alternatives I found online were also toxic and/or expensive. So I decided to try a cheap experiment with something I already had, and I actually had really good luck with it. I used (drumroll please) lemon juice. The concentrated stuff in the little yellow bottles that you can buy at the grocery store for two bucks. I just sprayed it on and left it for maybe a half hour or so, then rinsed it off in the sink. Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1724594058209899258.post-5947626740843524852014-09-22T15:02:57.854-04:002014-09-22T15:02:57.854-04:00That's amazing! I never would have thought the...That's amazing! I never would have thought the patina solution strong enough, so that's super good news, and something I'll definitely have to try! Thanks for the tip!Jenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11888187687405622408noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1724594058209899258.post-16766671958750752402014-09-22T10:03:31.897-04:002014-09-22T10:03:31.897-04:00I tried the muriatic acid on our outdoor patio are...I tried the muriatic acid on our outdoor patio area and felt it was a bit too unsafe (as far as breathing it in.) I seriously thought my eyeballs were going to be damaged after using the muriatic acid. The vapours immediately hit them and I decided "nope, not going there."<br /><br />We live in a condo, so I needed an alternative.<br /><br />I did some googling and found that Modern Masters has something called Blue Patina Solution. They also have a Green Patina Solution. The company website has a list of retailers, so I was able to find a store that carried the product in my area.<br /><br />I used the blue solution in place of muriatic acid and the mirrors came out great! The solution has no odour, meaning it can be done inside.<br /><br />You get a much smaller bottle (I paid just over $6 for a 4oz,) but you don't need much. After doing 2 large mirrors and one small one, I still have about 3/4 of a bottle left, and to be fair I used FAR more of the solution than I needed to.<br /><br />I would still recommend wearing gloves, goggles and protecting your work surface while using the solution, but at least you won't have to worry about the harmful vapours. <br /><br />Hope this tip helps! :)<br /><br />Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1724594058209899258.post-82196303245400979252014-01-25T23:11:11.510-05:002014-01-25T23:11:11.510-05:00Yikes, sounds like your mirrors must have a differ...Yikes, sounds like your mirrors must have a different sealer on the backs! Ok, to get through it, I'd suggest getting a heavy duty sandpaper and giving the backs a good sanding, then trying the stripper again. You just need to get it through whatever clear coat they've added, so the scratchiness of the sandpaper *might* do the trick. <br />Good luck, and let us know how it goes!Jenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11888187687405622408noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1724594058209899258.post-58848311346731499932014-01-25T13:51:45.221-05:002014-01-25T13:51:45.221-05:00This is an amazing project. I bought 12 mirrors ti...This is an amazing project. I bought 12 mirrors tiles from home depot and one 20" by 24" larger mirror. The backing on them look the same as the ones you have pictured above, yet when putting on the stripper, NOTHING happened. I left the stripper on overnight even! The backing is grey, yet it does not feel like paint. Maybe there is a different type of backing on these tiles and mirrors then you have on yours? Has anyone experienced this? I used the stripper on another old mirror I had in the house and it turned out great! I really wanted to do a tile panel like yours, but I am stumped at this weird turn of events. Any feedback would be greatly appreciated!mobbetahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01823336061035219621noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1724594058209899258.post-5279167093915360092013-10-30T19:41:27.170-04:002013-10-30T19:41:27.170-04:00This is my 'no-no blog', 'cause whenev...This is my 'no-no blog', 'cause whenever I read it I go on crafting benders.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1724594058209899258.post-30466413770802863382013-10-29T23:43:22.854-04:002013-10-29T23:43:22.854-04:00We did, yes! There some more info on it in my reve...We did, yes! There some more info on it in my <a href="http://www.epbot.com/2013/10/my-bedroom-redo-reveal.html" rel="nofollow">reveal post here,</a> plus a link to the tutorial I used to make it.Jenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11888187687405622408noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1724594058209899258.post-75049645630805560792013-10-29T23:39:43.462-04:002013-10-29T23:39:43.462-04:00Oh yes, the Looking Glass spray paint from Krylon ...Oh yes, the Looking Glass spray paint from Krylon is also excellent - not to mention addicting. Pretty soon you'll be mirror-izing ALL the things! ;)Jenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11888187687405622408noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1724594058209899258.post-29059232701399751192013-10-29T23:37:21.128-04:002013-10-29T23:37:21.128-04:00As long as the acid is properly diluted, it should...As long as the acid is properly diluted, it shouldn't cause any harm to your lawn or plumbing - so just use a fair amount of water from the hose or in the sink while rinsing. (See Cindy's explanation above; she knows more than me!)Jenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11888187687405622408noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1724594058209899258.post-25974373752397985272013-10-29T23:35:14.833-04:002013-10-29T23:35:14.833-04:00Thanks for that explanation, Cindy; you answered e...Thanks for that explanation, Cindy; you answered everyone way better than I could have! (And yes, we rinsed the mirrors on our lawn, so it went into the grass - with no ill effects that we could see!)Jenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11888187687405622408noreply@blogger.com