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Bathroom Mirror loosing silver backing -- Looking for a Solution

One of the mirrors in our bathroom is showing its age with some of the silver backing now missing.  I plan to replace this myself, but am not sure what is the best way.

One solution would not involve removing the mirror.  I was thinking about having a thin walnut picture frame built of a sufficient profile to hide the ugly spots.  This would involve some clever fastening, but I think I can figure out a way.

Another solution would be to remove the old mirror and have a very slightly larger mirror cut to replace the old one.  If I use this approach I am concerned about getting the old mirror off without making of a mess of the wall in back of the mirror.

I am looking for suggestions.
George Stoltz.  Retired from full-time living in a great Foretravel and now are back to living in a traditional sticks and bricks in Florida.

Looking for assistance in replacing bathroom mirror

Reply #1 –
Quote from: George Stoltz –
One of the mirrors in our bathroom is showing its age with some of the silver backing now missing.  I plan to replace this myself, but am not sure what is the best way.

One solution would not involve removing the mirror.  I was thinking about having a thin walnut picture frame built of a sufficient profile to hide the ugly spots.  This would involve some clever fastening, but I think I can figure out a way.

Another solution would be to remove the old mirror and have a very slightly larger mirror cut to replace the old one.  If I use this approach I am concerned about getting the old mirror off without making of a mess of the wall in back of the mirror.

I am looking for suggestions.
Let me restate this.  I'd prefer to remove the old mirror.  Does any one have any suggestions as to how to do this without the wall coming with it?  Does anyone know what is in back of that vinyl wall covering on the bathroom wall?

George Stoltz.  Retired from full-time living in a great Foretravel and now are back to living in a traditional sticks and bricks in Florida.

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Reply #2 –
Since you're in Nac....

I would stop by FOT and ask David Flanagan for his advice on removing the mirror.  He's probably got a trick or two to recommend and can tell you what to watch out for.  David's always been helpful when we've had a question.

Then you can post back here and tell us all how you successfully removed that mirror  :)

Michelle
Learn every day, but especially from the experiences of others. It's cheaper!  - John C. Bogle

2000 U320 36' non-slide / WildEBeest Rescue
2003 U320

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Reply #3 –
I removed the bathroom mirrors on our U270 by taking the little screw-brackets off and then slipping a putty knife behind the mirrors.  They came off very easily.  These were the mirrors behind the sink, which we replaced with tile.
Dave and Nancy
1999/2013 U270 36' Xtreme
Motorcade # 16774
2013 Subaru Outback
KD0NIM

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Reply #4 –
Quote from: Steve & Michelle –
Since you're in Nac....

I would stop by FOT and ask David Flanagan for his advice on removing the mirror.  He's probably got a trick or two to recommend and can tell you what to watch out for.  David's always been helpful when we've had a question.

Then you can post back here and tell us all how you successfully removed that mirror  :)

Michelle

Michelle I met David Flannigan this morning and got his suggested approach.  I plan to remove and replace the mirror next winter when we will be cue tips in Ocala, FL until April 1.
I will post photos and describe the process at that time.
George Stoltz.  Retired from full-time living in a great Foretravel and now are back to living in a traditional sticks and bricks in Florida.

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Reply #5 –
cue tips?  I almost hate to ask!
1994 U225
build #4514

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Reply #6 –
Pat,
 
Too funny.  I even screwed up the comment.  I meant to type Q-Tips.  Anyway,  seniors who live north and travel south for the winter are called "snow birds."  I recently heard us referred to as Q-Tips. White hair on top; white shoes on our feet.
 
Got it?  Tee hee.
George Stoltz.  Retired from full-time living in a great Foretravel and now are back to living in a traditional sticks and bricks in Florida.

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Reply #7 –
george s .  other than replacement , I dont know .  I do know that our  mirror silver loss was caused by too much spray cleaner ,it ran down back causing the problem. So the cure is to have only dirty mirrors . save money, go fishing , smile .
Brad Metzger
2010 Phenix 45'

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Reply #8 –
Brad,
 
I wondered what would cause that silver loss.  That's it!  I am not cleaning that mirror again.
George Stoltz.  Retired from full-time living in a great Foretravel and now are back to living in a traditional sticks and bricks in Florida.

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Reply #9 –
George. That photo could just as easily be of the corner of one of my bathroom mirrors! I noticed it about three days ago, no telling how long it has been that way. Please let me know your solution!
No RV! Have hung up the keys.
In the past: 2016 Winnebago Era, 1994 Foretravel U240, 1995 Foretravel U240 (wide body), 1999 Foretravel 320, 36 Foot, 2003 Foretravel U320 38 foot,

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Reply #10 –
George,
From the picture I can't tell if is a behind the sink mirror.  If it is, have you considered replacing it with a tile back splash?  I think tile would be nice and a bit more up to date.
Peter & Beth Martin
No Forrest? What have you done?
MC# 15890 until Dec 2016; FMCA #F329677
Cincinnati, OH

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Reply #11 –
Horace: I am going to replace it in January or February and I will take pics and post them.
 
Peter:  tile would be nice, but glass is faster and cheaper.
George Stoltz.  Retired from full-time living in a great Foretravel and now are back to living in a traditional sticks and bricks in Florida.