Mirror in the kitchen: features of choice and location

Many people dream of hanging a mirror in the kitchen, but not everyone decides to implement their ideas, since such an idea may seem irrational. And it’s completely in vain, since mirror surfaces in kitchen interiors perform not only decorative, but also practical functions, so designers recommend using them to visually expand the room, which is especially important for owners of small kitchens.

Mirrors in the kitchen can be placed in a variety of places - above the stove, above the sink, on the wall, on the ceiling or in the form of inserts on furniture. Accordingly, they can be both very small and quite impressive in size. In any case, the mirror will solve several problems at once.

• Visual change in the perception of space. This element of decor allows you to make the kitchen more voluminous and spacious.
• Lightening the kitchen. Due to the reflection of the light flux and the scattering of rays, the room becomes more illuminated, especially this effect is noticeable if the mirror is located near the window or opposite it.
• Decorates the interior. This is not surprising, because the use of mirrors is an unconventional move that, without a doubt, will give your kitchen an individual style, sophistication and gloss.

The question of what style the mirror surface should be designed in does not have a clear answer - it all depends on the characteristics of the overall kitchen interior, colors and personal wishes of the owner of the room.

In some cases, an antique mirror enclosed in a massive frame looks very beautiful in the kitchen.

In modern interiors, on the contrary, long rectangular surfaces will look spectacular; they harmonize perfectly with glass, metal and chrome elements.

A wide variety of shapes allows mirrors to create the desired atmosphere in the kitchen, emphasize the design concept and emphasize the decor. The options are as follows:

• large mirror paintings create the effect of a labyrinth that goes into the distance, which makes the room more spacious and voluminous;
• round mirrors will be a universal solution for any interior, because streamlined lines soften the decor, make it warmer and more harmonious;
• mirrors in the shape of the sun will become an original solution - they will fill the space with piquancy and grace, while completely not overloading the interior;
• classic mirror square and rectangular tiles are suitable for designs characterized by laconicism and clear geometry of lines.

Regardless of which shape and decor of mirrors you choose, they will be able to literally transform even the most faded room, make it brighter, create an atmosphere of light mystery and mystery.

Another issue that cannot be ignored is the location of the mirror. Designers highlight some of the most common options for interior decoration using reflective surfaces, we dwell on the features of each of them.

• Mirror refrigerator - This option has become one of the leading trends in recent years. Usually, the whole kitchen is reflected in the doors of such equipment and this makes a rather impressive impression.

The solution has only two “buts”:

1. high cost of installation work;
2. the difficulty of caring for a mirror surface.

If you are not limited in finances, and you are not afraid of the prospect of taking on unnecessary cares to maintain the aesthetic appearance of the updated refrigerator, then this will be a rather interesting option for any room.

• Mirror apron. It may seem to many that this option threatens the hostess with a real catastrophe, because she will have to constantly wash the surface from soot, grease, spray and other contaminants.

But it should be noted that such a mirror arrangement will play into the hands of your room:

1. This option, more than all others, visually increases the space;
2. Thanks to light scattering, your work area will be better illuminated and will not require the cost of additional illumination;
3. It is simply beautiful, stylish and original.

• Mirror ceiling. This is one of the most original options, which will not only double the space, but also show the interior in a new perspective.

• Mirror walls. One of the most powerful ways to visually increase the kitchen. The disadvantages of reflective wall panels include fragility and impracticality in terms of pollution, however, in the presence of a powerful hood, the problem of fast pollution will not be so acute.

• Mirror integrated in the headset. Quite often, the surfaces of the upper modules are made of reflective materials, thanks to this solution, the cabinets will look weightless and light, as if dissolved in space. As a result, the kitchen as a whole will become more voluminous and filled with light.

• Mirror on the shelf - A great option for a small room, with this simple technique you can create the effect of visual depth and as if to expand the space. Mirror stripes will make the shelves more airy and, without a doubt, will give them a noble appearance. This decision will be especially effective when implementing styles such as industrial, minimalism or high-tech.

• You can hang a mirror over the stove. Such an arrangement of mirror surfaces in a small kitchen contributes greatly to the visual increase in space. However, it is important to pay special attention to regular cleaning of the surface, otherwise splashes of fat will spoil the overall impression of the kitchen and give the room a sleazy and unattractive look.

It is believed that if the dining area is reflected in the mirror surface, this will lead to an increase in the financial well-being of the family.

Placing a mirror behind the table contributes to weight loss: it is believed that in this way the amount of food eaten increases visually, in addition, its own reflection stimulates the fair sex to achieve harmony.

The mirror surface installed near the stove allows the hostess to see household members behind her, which contributes to a more comfortable work. In addition, the reflection in the mirror of dishes prepared on fire is designed to increase the "amount of food" in the house, that is, it stimulates the influx of money into the family.

If you are thinking about placing mirrors in the kitchen, feel free to implement all your ideas. We have prepared a small photo selection - we hope you will have no doubt that such a design solution will give your room the very zest that will make the kitchen original, stylish and cozy.

Such artistic elements have a powerful reflective effect, give the room a special airiness, emphasize the luxury, glamor and richness of the interior decoration of the kitchen.

The mirror panel is optimal for dark rooms - it literally fills the space with a lot of shining highlights, which gives the atmosphere a special charm and a sense of magic.

Mirror cloth with facet, like no other, has an exceptional reflective ability.

Canvases decorated with patterns using the sandblast technique are very popular. Such solutions make the kitchen more stylish, fill the room with expressiveness and conceptuality.

For small kitchens, illuminated mirrors would be a good choice, so you can illuminate the darkest corners of the kitchen, and in addition, make the room especially romantic and elegant.

See tips for using mirrors in your Feng Shui interior in the video.