The Cheval Mirror For The Total Novice

By Chip Klein


One of the most useful pieces of home dcor are mirrors. They help us get ready each day, add light to dim spaces, and even add to the look of our homes. One option which always stands out is the cheval mirror and here's a quick introduction to them.

Different from the majority of other options that are normally designed to be set on the wall, this variety is made to be free-standing on the floor. For this reason they are sometimes also called a cheval floor mirror. To help them stand they use 4 legs and this is one distinct feature you can use to tell them apart from mirrors of other sorts. Because they are able to stand on their own they conveniently can be moved to wherever you'd like whenever you feel like doing so.

When picking a mirror the color of the frame can have a big impact on the room in which you will use it. Typically for something vintage white is the color to go with. A black cheval mirror on the other hand will do wonders if you are interested in making your space look more modern. There are endless other colors to choose from but you should make sure to decide on something that will be sure to blend well with the colors already featured in the room for the best results.

A mirror that has a frame made from wood can be a charming and natural choice. Each type of wood frame comes in its own range of shades and with special traits. An oak cheval mirror for instance will be sure to be extra strong. You may also want to think about mirrors with metal frames as well. These can often have some quite complex metal work.

With its famous looks the cheval can be used to really add to the appearance of wherever you use it. In fact they actually are used as a focal point very often and an antique cheval mirror in particular can get the job done well. And because they have been in production for many hundreds of years there are still an enormous amount of authentic ones to choose from. You can find these both in local antique shops but also on the internet.

With so much to choose from you're sure to find a cheval mirror to meet your needs. By taking your time and picking a color and material that work with your space, and placing your mirror in the right spot you will undoubtedly end up with a piece of dcor that adds some serious appeal to your home.




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