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Last updated: 22 October 2024
Cost to create a steel grid look mirror
So you like the look of the steel grid like mirrors? Instead of buying one, you can make your own industrial-style window! Here's how much it would cost to make.
How much does it cost to create a steel-look mirror?
| Item | Range - Low | Range - High | Average cost |
|---|---|---|---|
| Handyman hourly rate | £20 | £30 | £25 |
| Last updated: May 2024 Our costs are ballpark averages - get a local tradesperson to quote now | |||
The main cost for getting a tradesperson to create a steel-look mirror for you is their time. Hiring a handyman, who should be able to create and hang the mirror for you, will cost around £20 to £30 per hour.
The job should take 2-4 hours, giving you a labour cost of £40 to £120 to create the industrial-style mirror. You just need to factor in the cost of materials on top of the cost of labour.
To find out more about the cost of a handyman, check out our guide to handyman prices.
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Factors affecting the cost of creating a steel-look mirror
There are a number of factors that will affect the price of creating a steel-look mirror. They include:
Size and design of mirror and steel frames
Method used to create the mirror
Complexity of installation
Any metalwork or prep work needed
Where you live
FAQs
Can I create a steel-look mirror myself?
In a word, yes. Singer and TV personality Stacey Solomon famously created her own DIY steel-look mirror using 12 black IKEA picture frames and mirrors. The materials cost her less than £30 in total.
However, if you’re not a DIY enthusiast then we recommend hiring a local handyman to create the steel-look mirror for you.
How do you make a metal frame mirror?
If you’re thinking of a bespoke steel-look mirror there are a number of options:
Using multiple small mirrors in black frames and joining them together.
Applying self-adhesive black lead tape to a piece of glass.
Using a real black window frame and combining with a large mirror panel.
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