Right way to secure pier mirror to wall?

Did you have it repaired / restored? If so, do you have a recommendation? Thanks!

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in Antiques 10 years and 9 months ago

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dumbogirl | 10 years and 9 months ago

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Hi Brownstoners, I just acquired a very tall pier mirror for our brownstone parlor. The mirror has a marble base, and will be placed between our two front windows. Think I need to secure the top to prevent it from tipping forward, but not sure about the best way to do so. Any advice? Photo attached. Thanks!

resident2 | 10 years and 9 months ago

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I have moved a couple of these mirrors over the years and both had been almost suspended on a heavy chain to a large bolt hook in the wall, almost like hanging a heavy picture. After the restorations all around we put them back exactly the same way and I am sure they will stand straight for another 100+ years. But, yes they absolutely need attaching to the wall at the top. It looks like a beautiful mirror.

Arkady | 10 years and 9 months ago

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You could also anchor it w/ a cleat. Mount a block of wood to the wall w/ the upper side mitered at an angle. Mount a complementary mitered block on the back of the mirror.

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Beautiful!