How to Antique a Mirror: Easy DIY Tutorial

After some trial and error, I'm finally ready to share with you the easiest method I found to antique a mirror with natural looking results (and no harsh chemicals!) Watch to learn the exact steps I took, and let me know if you've tried it and have any tips of your own!
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[@carolminarcik]

I did mine this morning. Thanks , My mirror turned out great. I used a plastic scraper...it did not scratch.

[@Working_Man]

Tip of the Day: Buy Mirror. Let it set in wet basement for about 5 years and no extra work required. The result is outstanding.

[@kim7990]

5 YeArS?!

[@AdamSmith-fe9jf]

That was a fantastic tip!! Not only did it turn out antiqued, I got two mirrors out of it when I lifted it up from the wet basement. Thanks!!

[@talcareyifill5937]

Yeah right ...lolllll

[@spacewave6667]

Wow thanks saved me a bunch of time 🤣

[@suzannebrown9359]

😂

[@debbiesalyer4368]

Have you ever added anything behind the mirror - I want to add some antique sheet music that will show through portions of it

[@judichristopher4604]

This is a GREAT and Beautiful video... Note: next time leave out the background music or turn it down lower... You have a beautiful soft voice and the background music made it hard to hear you at times. We just want to HEAR YOU Talk. Thank you for sharing this great video.

[@debo3496]

Loved the tutorial on your mirror. It turned out so nice. I would love to see more of your techniques, go to products and go to tools. You did a great job in this video explaining your technique. You always make it look so easy and you complete your projects so quickly. You sold a coffee table about 4-6 weeks ago that you had tons of holes/dings with filler. What filler would you use for that project and when would you have just sanded the finish. I would love to see your thought process and close ups of the problem areas. I know those are such basic things, but for a beginner like me it would be very helpful! Love your channel, blog and Instagram.!!!!

[@nebula674]

Your eyes are so wide open! My question is what kind of drugs are you using? Lol

[@HogbergPhotography]

The person who came up with this is a GENIOUS!

[@NeymarGamingrobloxplayer]

Good job you're lucky is looking at the mirror

[@loanasantos4202]

Came out beautiful! I do have a mirror that the reflective part is coming off so im gonna go for it! Thanks💕

[@brittmarie51]

Beautiful! Where did you find the mirrors, I really like the shape?

[@janedoe805]

I’m so delighted KZbin recommend your Channel. I’m definitely going to try Antiquing my our mirror.

[@vsmitson]

Worth trying as the company sent me an estimate starting from 180 euros per sq/m for similar effect

[@loubnahakim]

Thank you for this informational tutorial. I need help, when I’m diluting the bleach (Clorox) and spraying it it’s not doing any reaction. I tried to use it non diluted, same, no reaction. Only if I pour it directly onto the mirror with large quantity, this is when it works. But this way I cannot get a subtle effect, only large spots of distressing. Any advice?

[@brettflowerscole8688]

When I did my bleach and wiped off like your instructions it stripped all the mirror off and you can see where i wiped it. should i blot instead so it doesn't mess up the pattern? Mine ended up with just large streaks every where not just dots

[@kevinwood9993]

Good video, just wish we didn't have to listen to the mind numbing backing music while you talked.

[@lauren72693]

can’t wait to make my own antique mirror this beautiful sunday afternoon! would love to see a video on how to create an antique effect on metal furniture 💕

[@kevinlewisfougerousse1694]

Spray muratic acid then spray clear coat over it

[@sweetds1]

So my old vanity mirror thats already looking like this is something someone will like? I thought it was ruined

[@mccallmcrae2324]

Love this!!! Please do a DIY on open shelving in kitchens!

[@christineribone9351]

Thanks for doing the trial and error process for us! The results are remarkable! I love the idea of using gold and bronze. How would you suggest making it look veined? Maybe using a feather to apply the Clorox? And what do you do after spraying Clorox --- let it air dry, pat it dry, or rinsing it off?

[@ZombieFaceClause]

is there anyway to do this with the front? sounds weird but we have mirror walls dont wanna take them down

[@bolledesign]

Anne Smith, It’s not possible to do it from the front unfortunately .

[@jungsomewhat]

but you could spray black paint on the front after using and acid etch..

[@robinalysedoyle5392]

Great tutorial. Wondering if this method might work on convex acrylic mirror? I haven’t bought one yet, so I’m not sure if they have the same kind of paint backing...

[@Wannabe-rockstar-fan]

This is amazing! Redoing my cabinets to look like old grey shaker style and wanted to do a couple accent doors. Like the half ones for the spices. So going to try this! Hope my gf likes it! Lol she wont

[@jhoward5435]

I'm wanting to do a large project with 16"x18" mirrored tiles. Do you have an online resource that has the "silvered" backing on the mirrors? Thanks so much for your tutorial! Beautiful mirror!!

[@d909nkey]

>no harsh chemicals >bleach and citristrip

[@barbaralouisedasilvaferrei1373]

Where did you get the mirrors above your nightstands?

[@armandoalcantara9885]

Where are you from? Cann you show me personally?🥰

[@GinaBrittCo]

wait did you do all of this to the BACK of the mirror?

[@kelliehodgesannas8887]

Have u tried any just glass? For the "Antique" look? Fabulous Mirror! Thank You!

[@oneofakindfindsjunktique9708]

Excited to try this real soon!

[@lravenhill]

I’ve never seen someone with there eyes so wide open.

[@E.R.U.42]

You have scary, but beautiful eyes!

[@petrinaburgess-foreman8611]

Clever girl very pretty mirror now

[@johnfree2833]

Fire up DMT vape pen and get real.

[@MrDEMISEMMIR]

Love this!! Thanks so much! Can’t wait to try!

[@nidhisuri9668]

Great video. Thanks for such awesome tips. Qq. Can I roll black paint in the back instead of spraying it?? Right at the end I mean. Thanks.

[@sandeeherrera4825]

Absolutely luv it , great job

[@catharina2022]

Love the result! But hate the music why not leave that? I like to listen to my own music while watching video's!

[@hamidrezamontazeri2056]

Thanks for the video, Foe some reason bleach did not work on my mirror. it was very strange. It worked on 3-4 spots quickly after like 15 minutes and those spots turn out fine, but didn't work on rest of mirror. I tries again and again and again, no luck. I even left the bleach on overnight and still no sign of work. do you know why it worked on some small parts and did not work on the rest ? TIA

[@xtiaanday2986]

No harsh chemicals like Muriatic acid, *instantly pulls out paint stripper which is a base equivalent of HCL*, lol, handy hint with the bleach tho.

[@constanceconniefreitag4393]

Citrus stripper is much more eco friendly than most.

[@Rebecca-pr3fn]

Oh, I love this DIY thank you.

[@geniusmodernus]

Many thanks! I'll try that

[@Menelik.videos]

Very nice, thank you. You didn't put the mirror back in yourself did you?

[@AbamAdy]

awesome tips...thanks

[@stixstudios3380]

Nice work Jenna. Thanks for the info. I'm hoping to use this process soon in combination with glue-chipping. Cheers.

[@debsholly5183]

Are your eyes ok?

[@dinomite078]

What gold color did you use on mirror frame after ?????? Please

[@NeedAdvice2010]

GORRRRRGEOUS.

[@stonedwookie9916]

just finished my mirror i am extremely happy it looks awesome. thank you :) 💕

[@edlondonphotographylondon]

You are a genious! I did follow your steps and my mirror looks stunning! Thank you! Shame I can't send you the pics of my mirror, it looks epic!!

[@tysonb3568]

AMAZING... People those mirrors are SUPER expensive

[@jacquiedancsecs5365]

I used plastic putty knives. Worked well.

[@conservator1000]

What is the chemical name of bleaching mixed here one part in spry bottle

[@adis7881]

Love it! Any ideas on how to achieve this but on mirrored furniture, such as removing the back isn’t possible?

[@the.imprint]

I need help on my vinyl record hanging planters. I put a twine through the holes to hang them together. I was thinking about just screwing them on a board from an old picket fence and hang the board like a swing as an alternative.

[@angelas8933]

I love the idea!! I have a mirror. It is simple but very very large with no frame.. I was thinking about tossing it and getting a new mirror.. these ideas helped me to rethink ❤

[@pwnzork]

Ironically I was searching how to clean up the very spots you are creating

[@emiliakauchczew8090]

Hello, I have a question what paint do you use?Actylic or oil? Thank you:)

[@Jaywalker0617]

I think the paint stripper removed too much 😭

[@jungsomewhat]

Lovely Eyes, great project thanks 👍

[@MaryCarr-ki8vt]

Loovveee this!!!! Keep them coming!!!♥️

[@christineholbrook1107]

Really great idea . Modern mirrors just look to bright if you're trying for the vintage or antique look . Thankyou x

[@nazerdarwazeh1901]

Can you do me a favour . How to make an antique mirror from clear glass

[@mentalhealthwarriors5015]

Awesome. Great work. Ready to do mine and without the acid 🙌

[@Concordeagle]

Beautiful. And the video was nice too 😀

[@hanaparkhill3565]

Wow... You are amazing. Thank you so much.

[@torireed5051]

[@alicjafal3562]

Ciekawe czy ma znaczenie jakiego wybielacza użyjemy? Efekt świetny 🙂

[@jackiestump7041]

The bleach isn’t working for me. In your video you say ”wait a few minuets”. I’ve been trying for over 30+. What am I doing wrong? :/

[@jungsomewhat]

vinegar works ..

[@s_u_l_f_i8568]

Nice video, but your eyes why so serious 🤗

[@madeleineprendergast3496]

Jenna Sue got right to the point. She explained what was easy and what would take practice. The background music was just right. There was a great balance between seeing Jenna and seeing the project in progress. This all built my faith in her, and I'm going to subscribe!

[@vincentchan1173]

Thanks for this. Great tutorial.

[@guyrichard2030]

Thx Merci beaucoup 😀👌🇨🇦✌

[@rneustel388]

I love, love, love this tutorial!! I've watched a ton of videos on antiquing a mirror, and your has the most authentic look of all! These mirrors lend so much personality to your bedroom makeover. Everyone can have something that looks like a time-worn antique but is only a contemporary mirror.

[@monawhitehead1682]

Love all your videos ❤️. Please do a detailed video on painting furniture with chalk paint and using a sealing wax. Thanks!

[@becky8851]

Really helpful and really effective - thank you.

[@mommabearlisa4510]

OMG tganjisoooo much! QUESTION..... I'm new to your channel so I haven't seen all of your videos yet, but I'm wanting to try and get this same effect on a clear window. Do you have any idea how I can get that?

[@dileknemlibulbul1371]

Y

[@shealynnbarlow1655]

This was really helpful and simple. Thank you.

[@Claudia-xp2fl]

Great video!

[@lifeisgood1494]

I love your diy videos, they're so inspiring! Please keep them coming!

[@redracer5521]

Thanks for the tutorial! I’m going to give this a try. 😀

[@carinachristensen2001]

I have tried it twice and it does not work for me... I can get the backing of with paintstrippers easily but the bleach does nothing... even if it is not diluted with water and sits for 10 min. I live in Denmark and the bleach is Natriumhypochlorit... do you have an other kind of bleach in the States?

[@cheryltalackine2779]

-same mine isn’t doing anything with the bleach

[@jungsomewhat]

try vinegar..

[@matamerahmerah755]

It s Beautiful *-* 😺

[@daneburton7953]

How to ruin a mirror

[@zebedeerotten533]

what a mess

[@hanaamahmoud372]

Well done baby

[@thombreslin8675]

LOVE

[@LauryDepp]

I love it too.

[@maxdondada]

Well done

[@nazerdarwazeh1901]

Great 👌

[@cameliafranco4497]

Beautiful love it!!🐸

[@claudushkapop4076]

🤩👏👏👏👏

[@randiwillett1300]

Do you know if this technique is achievable if you spray paint will rustoleum mirror effects, let dry, and then spray with bleach? I have glass window I want to make into a mirror with an antique finish. Thanks so much. This is the best example of an truly antique look.

[@janefuller3757]

Spray with alcohol while still wet.

[@hannahstewart1921]

Look absolutely beautiful. I didn't have laundry bleach but I did have Clorox Clean-up - worked like a charm. I can't wait to do another one.

[@timkohn7770]

Nice job on the mirror, it looks authentic. You are easy on the eyes as well 😉

[@deesmith9540]

Thanks Jenna, much better method than the harsh chemicals,

[@gm6719]

As if what you re using are not harsh chemicals

[@ToniM10]

Bleach???!!.. The paint stripper is labeled "Citris".. Which I've used b4.. Great results nd smells like Oranges.. Its AWESOME!!..

[@diananicol5584]

FAR too tediously complicated. I haven't got the life left - other priorities.

[@andrewding888]

diana nicol your life can't be that busy since you find the time to write disparaging shitty comments like this on KZbin videos. Rude.

[@diananicol5584]

Not rude, just honest. Sorry if this offends. My busyness includes using Google.

[@andrewding888]

Well I'm sure the maker of this video will take your advice to heart since she's clearly making DIY videos for busy people like you only.

[@kristenwalroth9747]

So don't do it?

[@ToniM10]

Ikr!?.. Thn.. Y r u.. HERE DIANA.???.. I don't even think u.. OWN a Mirror... 2 Ugly... 😬