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At Home with Marni Jameson: Renew that boring bathroom mirror

The article addresses the common issue of plain, builder-grade bathroom mirrors found in many homes and apartments, which typically lack aesthetic appeal. It highlights that while these mirrors serve their basic functional purpose for grooming activities, they offer no decorative value. The author, Marni Jameson, introduces a practical and affordable solution for enhancing the appearance of these mirrors: MirrorMate, a North Carolina-based company specializing in custom-cut, do-it-yourself mirror-framing kits. Jameson shares her personal experience, recalling a previous home-building project where she opted for expensive, heavy, and difficult-to-hang decorative mirrors, only later discovering MirrorMate. She credits homeowner Lisa Hunting for conceptualizing this innovative product, which transformed a common problem into a patented and successful business. The author finally utilized MirrorMate for her current residence, the "Happier Yellow House," after delaying the mirror upgrade until she had replaced outdated bathroom light fixtures, as the new fixtures would influence her frame selections. The renovation project was expedited by the impending visit of seven sorority sisters, prompting Jameson to address several deferred home improvement tasks, including bathroom enhancements. She navigated MirrorMate's website, which offers 67 frame styles, and sought assistance from the company's free design consulting service. Kate Hart, an interior designer and professional home stager, reviewed Jameson's photos and initial choices, providing recommendations for alternative options, though Jameson impulsively ordered frames without first obtaining samples. Upon receiving the kits, Jameson successfully assembled and installed three frames in under three hours, with minimal assistance required for the larger frames. The cost per frame was approximately $200. Kevin Button, who acquired MirrorMate from Hunting, emphasizes the product's appeal, noting its creative, affordable, and elegant solution to a prevalent household design challenge. He also highlights its environmental benefit, as it allows existing mirrors to be upgraded rather than discarded. The article provides practical details for potential customers, including pricing, which ranges from $102 for a basic vanity mirror frame to over $200, with an average price of $178. Guidance on frame selection is offered, suggesting coordination with hardware or cabinet finishes, while advising against mixing wood tones. Current trends favor slimmer profiles and sleeker silver finishes, with rustic styles also being popular, a shift from previous preferences for thicker frames. MirrorMate's product design incorporates workarounds for common mirror anomalies, such as mounting clips, limited space between the mirror and wall/backsplash, beveled edges, and intruding electrical outlets. The only mirror shapes that cannot be framed are oval or round. The frames are also effective in concealing desilvered edges, a common issue in bathroom mirrors caused by steam, moisture, and harsh cleaning products. Furthermore, the modular design allows for easy frame replacement if remodeling tastes change. The author, Marni Jameson, is also a published author of several home and lifestyle books. #HomeImprovement #BathroomRenovation #MirrorFraming #DIYProjects #InteriorDesignTrends #HomeDecor #MarniJameson #HomeImprovement #BathroomRenovation #MirrorFraming #DIYProjects #InteriorDesignTrends #HomeDecor #MarniJameson

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