Burlington Custom Glass: Custom black-framed vanity mirror installed in Burlington

This custom black-framed vanity mirror was installed in Burlington. It was sized to match the width of the vanity below it and mounted flush to the wall for a bold, modern accent. Lux Glass fabricates custom mirrors in any shape, frame profile and bevelling specification, so a framed vanity mirror can be drawn up around the room rather than chosen from a catalogue. If you are planning a similar mirror in Burlington, Oakville or Hamilton, the notes below cover the decisions that shape the result.

Sizing the mirror to the vanity

Matching the mirror to the vanity width is a simple rule that keeps a bathroom looking calm. The eye reads the vanity and the mirror as one composition, so when their edges line up, the wall feels planned. A mirror that is noticeably narrower than the vanity can look undersized, and one that runs well past it can crowd a nearby towel bar, light switch or shower panel.

Height takes a little more thought. Before settling on a size, consider:

• the height of the faucet and backsplash, so the bottom edge of the mirror clears them comfortably;
• the position of wall lights or sconces, which may sit beside the mirror or above it;
• the people who use the room, since the mirror should frame faces at standing height for everyone in the household;
• the ceiling, because the gap above a tall mirror can make the room feel generous or cramped.

For a double vanity, decide early whether you want one wide mirror or two separate ones. A single mirror emphasizes width and keeps the wall uninterrupted. Two mirrors centred over each sink give each person a defined space. Both approaches work, but the choice changes where lights and electrical boxes should go, so it is easier to settle before any wiring is finished.

Choosing a frame profile and edge

A black frame does a lot of visual work. It outlines the glass, ties the mirror to dark plumbing fixtures, cabinet pulls or light fittings, and gives a pale wall a clear focal point. Before committing to black, look at the other finishes in the room. When the faucet, shower trim and lights share one colour family, a frame in the same family helps the whole bathroom feel consistent.

Frame profile is mostly about proportion. A slim profile keeps the look light and graphic, while a deeper profile adds weight and a little shadow. In a small powder room a heavy frame can dominate the wall; on a long vanity wall a very thin one can almost disappear. Bevelling is a separate decision. A bevelled edge catches light along the perimeter, which can soften a strong frame or add detail to an unframed design. Since the shape, frame and bevel are all custom, it is worth sketching two or three versions on paper, or taping the outline on the wall, before choosing one.

What flush mounting asks of the wall

A mirror mounted flush to the wall looks deliberate, but it also shows the wall exactly as it is. The wall should be in its final state before the measurement: patched, primed and painted, with any tile or backsplash finished. If the surface has a bow or a bump, a flush mirror will sit tight in some places and less tight in others, so it helps to check the wall with a long straightedge first.

Plan around everything already on that wall. Electrical boxes, light fixtures, medicine cabinets and switch plates all affect where the mirror can go and how large it can be. If you are renovating, ask your electrician to place boxes with the mirror in mind, rather than shrinking the mirror later to suit boxes that ended up in the wrong spot.

From a photo to an installed mirror

Many mirror projects start with a phone photo of the wall and a few rough measurements. That is enough to talk through size, frame and edge, and to flag anything unusual about the wall. The final numbers come from the free on-site measurement, where the actual wall and vanity are measured in place. After that, the steps are straightforward:

• the mirror is ordered to the on-site measurements;
• it is fabricated to the agreed shape, frame profile and edge;
• if an old mirror is being replaced, it is taken out first;
• the new mirror is installed.

Lux Glass is based in Oakville and is owner-operated, with Bojan Stojic on the job. The company has 18 years of experience, is WSIB insured and works across Burlington, Oakville, Hamilton and the wider GTA. You can browse finished work in our project gallery or read more about our custom mirrors in Burlington.

If you are planning a framed vanity mirror in Burlington or nearby, the first step is a free on-site measurement. Call 416-897-0767 or send us a message with a photo of the wall, and we will arrange a time to measure.