DIY LED "Framed" Mirror | Modern Builds | EP. 74

[@benarneld]

I honestly prefer this video on youtube mainly because you actually took the time to tunr a non-LED mirror into one whereas everyone else just bought it for $300-500 and installed it. Thank you so much for that. I'll definitely do the same thing in my house when i renovate my bathroom

[@LogoBallers]

Would have been nice to see the light on at night time/in the dark to see how much it actually lights up the room

[@ScottMcWorks]

When you plug in the lights, and they don't come RIGHT on, I can see your will to live vanish. For half a second...then they come on and all is right in the world! Great project, glad to see it finally!

[@VanDamArtisan]

Very nice! I loved that you shared your failures and not just the finished product.

[@maxlandy7642]

Really respect the way you aren't afraid to admit that you made mistakes and that it took you 5 times to do it.

[@DmytroLutsenko]

Finishing project that failed so much times deserve huge respect. And like. And comment. Great job!

[@anthonyjpadilla]

Explained everything very well. I was able to follow step by step easily. There were no “wait, what hold on” moments.... thumbs up!!

[@kklum6998]

Thank you for the honesty on how many attempts needed to make it to the final build. Appreciate the realism in the world of DIY. Kudos.

[@tiitsay]

Hey man, thank you for the inspiratsion! I built a similar one, only smaller, and with waterproof led strip, which I attached on an aluminium profile, in order to cool down the led strip more quickly. I learned that leds could be made waterproof, when you just spray them with lacquer. Also used french cleat to hang it on the wall. Anyway cool stuff!

[@DanielMartinez-dq7lk]

Is it may imagination or u left your plyers inside the frame of the mirror (4 minutes and 45 seconds) into the video

[@aceonwheels2349]

Daniel Martinez that was awesome! Thanks for catching that. Lmfao

[@Razelle]

hahaha he probably heard it

[@j.l.cabriales4492]

Daniel Martinez Es verdad, dejó las pinzas en el interior del marco

[@lailaabdul-rasheed2143]

Lol yes he did

[@patty_rish]

He did 😂😂😂

[@kenyathefrugal475]

I appreciate your transparency and solid recommendation to let the professionals handle certain jobs.

[@dontography8993]

Kinda ruins the point of a diy video tho don’t you think. People that diy find solutions for themselves and teach self sufficiency not dependency.

[@danielemerich8770]

The internet is a awesome tool when you use for good stuff like this video. Thank you

[@bentcountershaft]

I really like that concept. I've been looking into ways of getting a lower light source in the bathroom for when my wife is putting on make up and this is something I hadn't considered. Thanks for the inspiration.

[@joshtiel2980]

That DC795 medium modulus silicone caulking that you used is about as good as you can get as long as you give it enough setup time. Only downside to how you glazed the mirror is that the inside is now sealed off completely which won't let air circulate behind that centre section like it will need in that bathroom environment. That said, I'm still unsure how you'd get around that with this project. I've thought about a project like this before and you may have inspired me to try! Thanks for posting and keep up the good work! Also, as a glazier, thanks for putting in a plug for your local glass shop ;). We are some really cool people with awesome ideas for your home!

[@ModernBuilds]

Thanks Josh, that's good to know! I thought the same thing, but If I ever do have to get to components I can unscrew the back panel... doesn't really help with air circulation though. I you do make make one , I'd love to see what you come up with!

[@zach3664]

I had the same issue with the rattle can paint. Very frustrating I tried 4 or 5 different ways to make it work the best. In reality neither way was better than the other. To be honest if you folks really want to make a mirror just buy I mirror from a glass place. The project looks amazing though! Can't wait to try my own version of the bathroom mirror!

[@Martin-yl5zb]

Dude, that's awesome. Normally I might not have watched this video... However after hearing your struggle on the podcast....I just couldn't wait. Very nice 👍🏻

[@Chalbuilder2012]

you're not only talented, you're a smart boy!

[@altravis7422]

Glad to see it finally done.

[@tiffersj6851]

The honesty and you!!! Keep doing it!!

[@ModernBuilds]

Haha! Will do

[@emilymakai]

I loved the little ad break lmao. I find it quite charming how you gesture a lot while talking, but seeing you gesture in the mirror and seeing little hands coming out of the corner of the screen made me giggle the entire time you were talking. It's cool seeing what you make but you're also funny so it makes it interesting. :)

[@stumptownwoodworks]

Looks great, so glad to finally see it done and I bet you are too. But...did you lose a pair of pliers to the inside of the mirror at about 4:55 ? Right as you guys set the mirror down I swear I saw some inside the center section.

[@martinscidmartins]

I thought the same. But he used screws on the back right? hahah he probably managed to get them back

[@syazwansaroni1954]

yup, he left a plier inside..RIP plier

[@bs838]

LOL he totally left those inside the mirror hahaha

[@ModernBuilds]

RIP Pliers :)

[@Shazbutt23]

Ha!

[@danthemakerman]

Thumbs up just for the amount of effort you put in to this. Glad you got it done.

[@ModernBuilds]

Thanks a lot Dan!

[@scooppralines6428]

After heating about this on the Modern Maker Podcast I am stoked to finally see the finished mirror. Thank you for sharing.

[@wendevious7809]

Why is this more or actually satisfying than those satisfying compilations.

[@pablotorres233]

Glad to see if finally came together 👍

[@2569Feywood]

Thanks for being honest about the cost. I am going to try this but add my own design for the background.

[@justinthompson2817]

Can’t wait for you to hit 1,000,000 subs!! Your videos are the best.

[@sissywekesa4084]

We appreciate this post. My sis and I are inspired. You rock 👊

[@ooMike22oo]

I've been looking forward to this one so much Mike!! So happy for you that you were finally able to conquer it!! Thanks for not giving up on it!! I would love to see how much light output it gives of once it's dark out!

[@Z-add]

Diy lesson of the year. "Let the professionals do their work".

[@justincunningham2922]

It looks really good

[@loveexpressions25]

Ended up looking nice. But is there a way you can show a video on how to connect the LEDs wiring to the outlet wires? Please and thank you.

[@amarnathjokhan8629]

A pair of pliers build-in. wow. cool idea for hidden place.

[@matthewhaines189]

Absolutely love it! Now there's only one thing to do. REPLACE THE DOORKNOB!

[@MojojoJenkins]

Great project, man! Thanks for sticking it out and not scrapping it when the road was more cluttered than you thought it would be 😎

[@garagemonkeysan]

10% inspiration, 90% perspiration. Great film! : )

[@r.henderson8451]

This is awesome!!! 🤗

[@lovelifedrawing]

Awww shiii it's finally here. What a mission it was, but all worth it. Those 5000k LEDs are wicked

[@supersta247]

I’m glad this worked out in the end, you looked so sad when the first attempt turned out hazy after all your hard work! Looks great

[@Chava21]

You are my hero.

[@BruceAUlrich]

Glad to finally see it on the wall. I hate that this one gave you so much trouble!

[@josevera1535]

3:50 moment of truth... whoooooo! ... I find myelf doing this expression more times that I'd like to admit lol. It was really bright, I think even your walls got a little brighter!

[@danalaniz7314]

This is great. Thanks for working through the hard parts.

[@lfmoliveira1]

Finally. And it looks awesome. Well worth

[@UriValdez]

Looks nice man, im glad you say in your vids what went wrong with your projects, I often mess up right in the middle of some of my builds and feel like im the only one that it happens too. But on the bright side you certainly learn a ton from that!

[@nmjabour]

thanks for the video. i have read mixed opinions on adhering mirror directly to wood/wall with no clips or channels. has the dow product worked well? does anyone else have opinions or experiences? thanks in advance.

[@jayholt2101]

thats really cool. I think this is a great project. I love the spray can mirror. I know it didn't work that well on the full mirror but on something smaller it might work great.

[@felixvonasten2353]

Looks great!

[@tiffanyjohnson3110]

Love this & I love Ryobi. It's all I own.

[@juliarawlinson7425]

This is awesome! Have you ever considered going back and making the mirror heated, so it never fogs up? You've already got some electrical back there, so it probably wouldn't take much.

[@saulmartinez5574]

ANOTHER ONE great job mike

[@brendanspafford206]

Looks awesome Mike!

[@eenkjet]

Pro-tip, when spraying the mirror, spray while blasting the spray pattern (even pre-heat) with a hair dryer simultaneously. The lighter/finer the coat, and the more immediate the dry time, the better results. You still won't get a perfect result. But, once you see a coat take more than 1 to 2 seconds to complete dry (which you can see as the surface changes), the highest level of reflection can never be achieved regardless of the number of coats.

[@robdawley6354]

Great build! Glad you didn't give up it looks awesome in there.

[@weeksend3762]

Did you lose your pliers behind the mirror @4:54?

[@ModernBuilds]

Yep! haha

[@weeksend3762]

Well worth the sacrifice, the project turned out great! keep it up!

[@ModernBuilds]

Thanks man! Will do

[@CrimsonStigmata]

Yep I saw that too. I was like umm... not seeing those pliers again. XD

[@Toi84Toi]

Come through with the background jazz tho 🙌🏾 Lolol great videos!

[@AdrianaBarron1]

The most bomb diy mirror ever! Thanks for the tips! 😁

[@rneustel388]

Great informative video with humor....Yay!!!!

[@MrGuardcaptain]

Great as ever Mike. do you think it would have been as effective if you'd used plexi glass rather than regular glass?

[@pamelarobinson6087]

Yes once again you knocked it out the park...keep them coming I love it ☺

[@janiceberger4851]

Wow very cool, i love it!

[@ScottBelleriWorkshop]

I've been listening to your updates on the podcast, glad to finally see the finished product!

[@SanjeevKumar-rv8br]

Smart mirror process

[@surrealartisan4625]

I wish you covered the electrical part more. How did you hide the wire from the led adapter to run to the outlet??

[@freesouldotcc]

Love it! You are my building hero.

[@kelbrl18]

Omg, i want to make 2 of these! One for my vanity and one for the bathroom. Awesome job man! Can't wait to follow your directions!

[@sabrinab5819]

Wow!!! This is so cooolll !! Great job i love it! 💜💜👌👌

[@MerwinMusic]

I love the honesty of when DIY is more expensive then just paying a professional.

[@ModernBuilds]

Haha, sometimes it doesn't work out the way you want it to

[@alexmarkev]

Great video. And great comments below. Thank you all. However I am thinking about building such mirror with medicine cabinet. Is it possible? I can't find such mirror neither as a finished product nor as a DIY project.

[@jc3823]

Awesome. How were you able to allow the mirror to set for 24 hours without impulsively mounting it? Incredible

[@brickdaddiy]

I kept hearing about it in the podcast, now we finally get to see it!!!

[@jasthomas4291]

Nice! Being organized is key to success. My lovely husband can make things, but he isn't gifted with this skill.

[@muqtaderbeland5488]

I have a question about the wooden wall behind the mirror. I watched you build it in the first part of this bathroom remodel. Since it is a sink area, wouldn't you wanna apply a water resistant material to the wood? Just in case it gets wet somehow while using the sink? I just wonder if the wood would mess up by getting wet? (If someone spills water by accident, not that water spills there all the time or something.)

[@ajmalps1214]

Are u sure the strength of that gum? Is that have the ability to support the mirror for a long time

[@RookieDIY]

So happy to see the mirror finally work out. I've been following your story about this project for a while on the podcast and Instagram. Awesome job.

[@ellesilk]

Looks nice, man

[@akashdeepsingh468]

So if anything ever burns up, there is no way to get to the circuit without taking the mirror apart! Or through the plywood at the back?

[@CammiesGarage]

Turned out really great! Nice job.

[@phatpunxs64]

Did you ever consider using a French cleat to hang the mirro and attach L brackets on the bottom to hide the brackets? I think it would clean up the edges. Love this build...I'm going to attempt this build soon!

[@TejaSanjaya]

Its is awsome. If u want more awsome u should add touch sceen switch in the middle lower part inside the led. The switch should turn red and blue when on off

[@maurorios1479]

Nice.looking forward to see more.

[@DrNotJC]

Could you use the mirror spray instead of the white paint, inside the mirror box, to make it brighter?

[@ModernBuilds]

yeah, but it's plenty bright

[@navi021]

Looks nice.. But how u will replace led light when it will go defaulty

[@ghost_phantom]

good job 👏🏽👌🏼

[@yawarsaeed6499]

Awesome, cam you please share what type & brand paint you used inside wooi frame. Please share.

[@marrazzowoodworkingdiy8118]

Mike, thanks for the video. This is exactly what I am looking for a new powder room remodel.

[@kevinwilson951]

Did the glass shop actually have a mirror like that or did they make it with the frosted part

[@lydz121]

Has the bathroom humidity affected any of the wooden shelves/accent wall panels? I just bought some boards to do similar shelving but fear that all the steam&moisture will make them deform :/

[@drudrew2297]

lydz121 get a mini dehumidifier for a couple bucks and run it while you shower!

[@salma2560]

Beautiful!!! What a good job, you are so talented. You impress me more in every video!

[@Joe-jb1jf]

What kind the wood did you use for the mirror, good job

[@RechadTheArtist365]

It's a pretty cool bulild ... my opinion I don't think you get enough light by putting the LEDs around the Border I would place them on the back wall facing front behind the frosted glass if you put it at least an inch back off the frosted glass it reflects smooth.... still a great build..

[@oneloveiriess]

So cool !!!

[@ohhireneexo]

You're so talented!!

[@rdmevX]

I did something like this 20 years ago in order to get an LED display shining through the mirror. What I found was to use a razor blade glass scraper to simply scrape the paint off on the backside of a already existing mirror

[@emanando138]

“wow that’s really bright” me when i start watching youtube videos at 1am and suddenly it’s 6am and the sun is rising and the birds are chirping and my light turns on at the brightest setting

[@akquicksilver]

Very nice and just what I was looking for. So you had the glass shop etch the mirror for you? How much did that add to the cost of the mirror?

[@ModernBuilds]

It cost $50 to have them do the etching

[@jo3lsilvaracidesigner946]

Nice mirror

[@Nardikron]

Did the glass cutters leave that frosted glass strip for you, or did you have to do that somehow yourself? Thank you!

[@CharlestonCrafted]

lol I love how you downplayed how many mirrors there were. I am sorry to say that we laughed a lot at all your attempts on the podcast. it looks great in the end!

[@daymianmeyer8568]

Could I use this as a vanity mirror? Trying to build a vanity for my friend and I love your channel and this mirro