How to cut a mirror?

If you have ever wondered how to cut a mirror you will be surprised to learn that it is not a very complicated process. You will need some special tools for the job, and if you don’t have them available you can usually rent them from a hardware store or DIY shop. Here’s a list of the tools you will need:

How to cut a mirror in half?

If you want to cut a mirror in half to make two smaller pieces, you need to know how to do it in a way that ensures the pieces will remain intact. Without proper care, the two pieces of a broken mirror can easily fall apart, leaving you with no replacement. Fortunately, the process of cutting a mirror in half is much easier than you might expect.

How to cut a glass mirror?

To cut a glass mirror you need a diamond-tipped or diamond abrasive disc. You can also use sandpaper but that’s not as effective. To cut a glass mirror you need to place the glass over a sturdy piece of wood, plywood or particle board. You’ll want to make sure the board is large enough to hold the glass and leave some overhang on all sides. Next, score the board with a very sharp knife to make a grid on the board

How to cut a mirror diagonally?

One of the easiest ways to cut a mirror is to use a miter saw. If you don’t have one, then a circular saw with a jigsaw attachment works great. Just make sure to clamp the glass securely to the table when you’re sawing. If you don’t have adequate clamping equipment, you’ll risk cracking your mirror.

How to cut a mirror at degree angle?

To cut a mirror at a specific angle, you need to use a special sawing machine. The sawing machine has a guide rail, where you place the piece of mirror, and a rotating blade that is adjusted to the angle you need. The most common angles are 45, 60, and 90 degrees, though you can find specialized machines that can cut at any angle within a few degrees of 90.