Interiors, which adorn beveled mirrors, have a finished look, while filled with an atmosphere of solemnity, grandeur and mystery. Such effects are achieved by refraction of light, which emits a brilliant glow at a certain angle. Thanks to the special finish, objects are not only displayed in a certain way, giving an unusual environment, but also illuminated with all the colors of the rainbow.
Facet. General concept
The French word "facet" in direct translation means "faceted plane". This technology is used to give the subject sophistication and extravagance. For the first time, faceted mirrors began to be widely used in France, it was thanks to this country that they gained recognition and a huge range of applications.
Beveling the surface is done along the perimeter of the entire product, at a certain angle, the degree measure of which can vary from 100 to450. In this way, the mirror product is given an original appearance, and the room visually increases in volume and becomes much more spacious and lighter.
Types of facet
Thanks to modern technology, specialists can bevel the product in several ways:
- Bilateral faceting is obtained by superimposing a small facet on a larger one. This option has wide design possibilities without the use of extraneous elements. It is used to make mirror panels or compositions of several products that will transform the interior beyond recognition.
- Curvilinear facet can be made on a mirror with a thickness of 5 to 15 mm. The dimensions of the part with this finish should not be less than 45 cm, since the slope of the edge can reach 40 mm.
- Straight-line bevel is suitable for decorating small mirror paintings, the minimum dimensions are 25x25. The borders of the product have a straight bevel at an angle from 50 to 450. For this finish, the thickness of the mirror should not be less than 4 mm, but a wide canvas will require additional polishing.
Technology Features
In modern times, bevelling is performed on the latest equipment, special automatic machines. Such equipment not only makes a bevel with the highest accuracy, but also immediately polishes the product. Faceted mirrors made in this way will have a matte finish. And in order to give them transparency, it is necessary to polish the surface. To enhance the originality of the design of such products, you can use a metal baguette, it will emphasize the silver sheen and texture of the canvas.
Mirrors with facet in the interior
Such items can act as an independent decor element or be used for surface finishing. For example, mirror tiles can become an original decoration for a ceiling or floor. She can also decorate columns, doorways or arches. Such material hides small defects and even visually corrects the layout of the room. A narrow room will only benefit if the walls are decorated with mirror tiles. This will give the space sophistication and unusualness, while visually depriving it of its usual boundaries.
Diamond beveled mirror is a great solution for the living room. Such an item will give it versatility and grandeur. And in order to enhance the effect, you can install additional lighting next to it. Professionals recommend the use of spotlights, thanks to which the whole room will be filled with majestic diamond brilliance.
For the bathroom, mirrors will be the most successful move, since basically this room has a small area. Here you can use them to the maximum, without being afraid to overdo it with reflections. In order to create a sense of perspective and endless depth, you can lay out the tiles diagonally, alternating between mirror and ceramic. The angle of inclination must be chosen carefully, as certain lines can affect the overall perception of space.
If you hangmirrors with facet in the kitchen in the dining area, they will favorably reflect the cooked dishes, increasing their quantity. According to Feng Shui, such an arrangement can not only increase appetite, but also help attract we alth.
The bedroom is the only room where careful use of reflective surfaces is recommended. The main purpose of this room is a good rest, so a small mirror with facet will organically fit into its space (photo below). It will give originality, but at the same time it will not irritate the human subconscious with an abundance of images.
Mirrors with facet are a multifaceted and bright piece of furniture. Thanks to their use, you can correctly place accents, increase lighting, create a light and comfortable atmosphere. With the use of such a composition in the room, even the simplest decoration will be transformed beyond recognition and will have an unusual, sophisticated and original look.
