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Mirror Makeover!!

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I wanted to do the kids bathroom with a fun, unisex theme! I didn’t want it to be too girly for my son, and vice versa! My color pallet for the bathroom was going to be brights!! I will do another post for the entire bathroom reveal 🙂 To add some character to the half bath downstairs and kids bathroom upstairs, I bought two mirrors for $25 each, to replace the boring, clean- line ones currently in our bathrooms. As, I had mentioned, I wanted the kids bathroom to be bright and fun! I headed to walmart to peek at the spray paint! I found this great color, called Blue Ocean Breeze. It resembles turquoise, and I knew it would be perfect for this mirror!!

Here’s what you will need for this makeover! :

  • Mirror or frame of choice
  • white or gray primer { I used Krylon Gray Primer }
  • spray paint color of choice { mine was Krylon Blue Ocean Breeze, Gloss }
  • clear gloss finish { I used Krylon Ultra Clear Gloss Finish }
  • painters tape
  • newspaper and/or plastic

First, make sure the frame of your mirror is clean and dry. Start by using newspaper or sheet plastic to cover the mirror, hold with painters tape. (This to me, is easier than taking the entire mirror out!) I decided to spray paint outside on top of plastic, probably wasn’t the best idea due to the fact that it was quiet windy out, but it got the job done! If you plan on painting indoors, make sure your space is properly ventilated! Cover the entire piece with primer, let dry and go over it again for any missed spots. Begin applying your color of choice in long, even swipes, back and forth, to every side until covered. Let dry for a minimum of 15 minutes, and add a second coat. Let this dry for, at least, an hour. Once you have determined the entire frame is dry, add your glossy finish. If you just want a smooth shine, a soft, swift coat will do the job. If you prefer the super glossy look, lather that baby on 😉 Once completely dry, peel your newspaper/ plastic away and scrape off any paint that may have leaked through and hang your masterpiece!!

I was so excited with how this project turned out! It is definitely the statement piece in the kids bathroom and so beautiful!

My little guy taking pictures for Mommy 🙂
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Comments

  2. Kathryn Ferguson Griffin says

    That turned out awesome! Thank you for sharing this at my Make it Pretty Monday party at The Dedicated House. Hope to see your prettiness again next Monday. Wishing you a grand week. Toodles, Kathryn @TheDedicatedHouse

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  3. Kelly says

    So many of us are redoing bathrooms right now, great minds think alike ha! LOVE the color of that mirror, great job! – Kelly @ Semi Homemade Mom

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  7. ~ Liz ~ says

    I’m here from the blog hop at Made in a day. Your mirror is great. Hope the kids love that bathroom. Stop in and see me at Quirky Vistas.
    Liz

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  14. Alyssa says

    I really like the color that you chose! What a great idea to spray paint a mirror to match the color theme in the room. Thanks for sharing at Showcase Your Talent Thursday!

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