How to Remove a Mirror Glued to a Wall

I loved my new townhouse when we first moved in. There was barely any work to be done to it. But I remember walking into the bathroom and thinking to myself, "Wow, that's kind of an ugly mirror....wait a second, is that glued to the wall?!"

Apparently, through some online searching, I've come to realize that this is a common occurence with alot of homeowners. Perhaps it was the latest fad at one point or another, but there are alot of frustrated people out there. Here is just one method to remove a mirror that's been glued to a wall.

Preparation

In order to pull off this method, you'll need the appropriate tools. Gather together a few rolls of duct tape, gloves, saftey goggles, and a small pry bar (all these items can be found at your local hardware store). And although it may seem obvious, make sure to clear the entire area and to keep children and animals away, as there is a possibility the mirror may break.

Removing The Mirror

Once the top edge is free from the wall, you should be able to pull the mirror away from the wall using your hands and the pry bar in any really tough spots. Often the mirror does just come off in one piece, but in case it doesn't, the duct tape will at least hold it together for easier handling.

Clean-up

After the mirror is off the wall, you'll most likely need to patch the spots where the glue was applied, and spackle bought at any hardware store (or even department stores like Walmart) should do the trick. You'll then probably need to repaint for cosmetic puproses.

Alternatives

In case the above technique doesn't work for some reason or it's too risky for you, not all is lost. Some other ideas include adding some mold or trim around the edges of the mirror. The great thing about mold or trim is that you can glue it right on the mirror, and paint it whatever color you desire. Another idea is to use fake flowers or vines that you can pick up at your local craft store and hang it around the mirror to give it some flair.Cover the mirror in duct tape, and be generous about how much you use (the duct tape will hold the mirror together in case it does break). Making sure you are wearing gloves and saftey goggles, use the small pry bar to pry along the top edge of the mirror and work your way across the edge.