Wallington · Greater London
Bespoke Mirrors in Wallington
Looking for a bespoke mirror in Wallington? Our glaziers can measure your wall, alcove or wardrobe and quote for a mirror cut to size with the edge finish you choose.
- SM6
- SM5
- SM1
- Guide from £205
About made to measure mirrors in Wallington
In bathrooms, good ventilation does more to protect a mirror than anything else, because steam and condensation reach the edges and backing. A heated demister pad behind the mirror keeps it clear after showers, but it needs wiring by a qualified electrician.
Most mirrors for internal use are made from silver-coated float glass covered by BS EN 1036-1, which sets definitions, quality requirements and test methods, including resistance to damp and corrosion. Mirror for bathrooms or other humid areas should come from a supplier whose product meets that standard.
Safety backing is a sensible choice wherever someone could fall or knock against a mirror, such as sliding wardrobe doors, full-height mirrors, children's rooms, gyms and dance studios. We recommend it at survey wherever the position or use of the room suggests it.
Large mirrors are usually fixed with mirror adhesive and supported at the base by a slim channel or clips while the adhesive cures and afterwards. Smaller mirrors can be screw-fixed through drilled holes with decorative caps, which also lets them be removed later.
Included as standard
- Safety backing film where the position calls for it
- Survey, measuring or templating of the wall or recess
- Final clean and advice on protecting the edges
- Fixing with mirror-compatible adhesive, clips or channels
About Wallington for this job
- Postcodes covered
- SM6, SM5, SM1 and the surrounding area, including Carshalton, Sutton and South Croydon
- Coast
- Wallington is well inland, around 37 km from the nearest coast, so salt exposure is not usually a factor.
- Daylight and sun
- In Wallington the midwinter sun reaches about 15° above the horizon at noon, with roughly 7.6 hours of daylight, rising to about 62° and 16.4 hours in midsummer. A mirror opposite or beside a window reflects daylight deeper into a room, which helps dark north-facing spaces through winter. Low direct sun on a large mirror can cause glare, so its position and any tint are worth considering.
- Access and setting
- Older rural homes often have uneven walls of stone or lime plaster, which can distort a bonded mirror unless the wall is levelled or a backing board is used. Damp solid walls also need checking before a mirror is fixed to them.
- Rules in England
- Approved Document K requires safety glass in critical locations in England: glazing in doors and in side panels within 300 mm of a door, up to 1500 mm above floor level, and any glazing in walls or partitions up to 800 mm above floor level.
Guide prices in Wallington
| Typical job | Guide price inc VAT |
|---|---|
| Polished mirror, 1200 × 900 mm | £205 – £265 |
| Safety-backed mirror, 1800 × 1000 mm | £365 – £465 |
| Gym mirror wall, 4000 × 2000 mm | £995 – £1,295 |
Options to choose between
Clear silver mirror
Standard silver-coated float glass mirror, cut to size, suited to most rooms, wardrobes and wall mirrors where a true, neutral reflection is wanted.
Bevelled edge
An angled border ground and polished around the edge that catches the light and frames the mirror without needing a separate frame.
Low-iron mirror
Mirror made on low-iron glass, which reduces the slight green cast of standard glass for a brighter, more colour-accurate reflection.
Bespoke Mirrors in Wallington: questions
What is a safety-backed mirror and do I need one?
A safety-backed mirror has a film bonded across its back that holds the pieces together if the glass breaks. You should consider one wherever someone could knock or fall against the mirror, such as wardrobe doors, full-height mirrors, gyms, dance studios and children's rooms. We recommend it at survey when the position or use of the room calls for it.
How long does a bespoke mirror take?
Plain mirrors cut to size are often ready soon after measuring, while bevelled, tinted, safety-backed or shaped mirrors take longer to process. Fitting is usually completed in a single visit, though full gym or studio walls can take longer. Your written quote sets out the expected timescale, and we confirm the date when the mirror is ready.
Can a large mirror be fixed to plasterboard?
Often, yes, but it depends on the board, its fixings and the surface finish. Adhesive grips the paint or plaster layer, so flaky paint or weak skim can let go under the weight. We check the wall at survey and may add a base channel, mechanical fixings into studs, or a backing board to spread the load.
Can I have a bespoke mirror in a bathroom?
Yes, provided the room is well ventilated and the mirror is protected from standing water. We use mirror that meets the relevant standard for internal use, bond it with a compatible adhesive and keep edges away from splashes where possible. A heated demister pad can keep part of the mirror clear, wired in by a qualified electrician.
Do you cover Wallington for bespoke mirrors?
Yes. We can quote for bespoke mirrors across Wallington and the surrounding Greater London area, including postcode districts SM6, SM5 and SM1, and nearby Carshalton, Sutton and South Croydon. Start with your postcode on the quote form and a glazier will arrange a free survey before giving you a written quote.
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