Fixing Bathroom mirror to wall

[harmonia]

Hi,

So I purchased a flat bathroom mirror and have found that I will be unable to drill it into the tiled wall at the position I want (to close to edge of tile means I might split tile). Anway I am wondering if I could use an adhesive instead and if so what would be the best glue /agent to buy?

thanks

Adam

 

[foxhole]

Mirror adhesive or double sided foam tape.Both hold it very securely though will need holding in place if you use glue, tape is instant and very secure.

 

[harmonia]

Mirror adhesive or double sided foam tape.Both hold it very securely though will need holding in place if you use glue, tape is instant and very secure.

thanks you so you mean something like this:-

http://www.tapes-direct.co.uk/index...ducts_id=722&zenid=a4sqp4hh22aaij5i7i9f8ij7k5

 

[pompeyal]

You don't say how close to the edge of the tile or the method you would use to drill the tile, I have drilled loads of tiles at close proximity to the edges without mishap, to do so get an automatic centre punch set on a light setting to mark the hole position, using a new masonary drill of the required size, drill the tile at a fairly low speed without the hammer action on. Once the tile has been drilled continue to drill to the correct depth without the hammer action if possible or use the hammer action only if you have passed completely through the tile and into the mortar behind.

 

[HERTS P&D]

I would use screws to hold on the mirror. I would mark the mirror holes and use a very small masonry drill bit, then use a slightly bigger one until you have the correct size hole . Normally I would drill the first hole with the hammer action turned off (until I have gone through the glaze) and hold the drill so that it is just touching the tile to remove the glaze.

 

[foxhole]

Mirror adhesive or double sided foam tape.Both hold it very securely though will need holding in place if you use glue, tape is instant and very secure.

thanks you so you mean something like this:-

http://www.tapes-direct.co.uk/index...=722&zenid=a4sqp4hh22aaij5i7i9f8ij7k5[/QUOTE]

Yes that's ideal, if it's a large mirror that may be leaned against tape or glue are ideal as screwing risks easy breakage.

 

[generalworkman1]

If your looking for a cheap option use no more nail bonding.

 

[bflyfloat]

Hi,

For very large mirrors you should maybe consider some kind of mechanical fixing. However a strong purpose made mirror adhesive should do the job. Take a look on eBay - search for "mirror adhesive silicone sealant".

Make certain that it is neutral cure, so wont damage the mirror. If you're planning to use it in a bathroom, then be sure to pick one that is resistant to humidity.

 

[iamlee2002]

just purchase tile drill will never split, best to fix it mechanically

 

[foxhole]

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