Walls & Wall Decor

Mirror Size Calculator

Compare mirror widths and a suggested bottom gap above a console, vanity, or mantel.

Wall-finish planning tool

Set the wall and product details for Mirror Size Calculator

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Method for this tool

What the Mirror Size Calculator actually calculates

Mirror width is suggested at 60 to 75 percent of furniture width. Location supplies a fixed bottom-gap range, without assuming a furniture height or measuring the room. The result does not specify mirror height, top elevation, fixing strength, or fireplace-related safety clearance.

The calculation path

Mirror width is scaled to the supporting furniture while the hanging gap follows the selected location.

Inputs that can change the answer

  • Furniture width: Enter furniture width in m.
  • Location: Select the applicable location from the listed choices.

Checks that stay outside the formula

Keep the mirror narrower than the furniture below it for visual stability.

A practical order for entering the data

  1. Measure the width of the console, vanity, or mantel supporting the composition.
  2. Select the mirror location and measure the reference surface for the suggested bottom gap.
  3. Check the suggested width range and bottom gap against taps, backsplash, ceiling, and your intended reflection.

Engine check using the prefilled sample

Worked example: furniture width = 1.5 m and location = Console. Replace the sample wall and item dimensions with the exact section and product format involved in your layout.

Results for these inputs

Minimum mirror width
0.90 m
Maximum mirror width
1.13 m
Suggested bottom gap
15–20 cm above the furniture

Mirror Size Calculator — Questions to resolve before installation

Does this calculate the mirror top height from the floor?

No. It gives width proportions and a bottom gap. Add the actual furniture or backsplash height and mirror height separately.

Can I treat the mantel gap as a heat-safety clearance?

No. It is a visual spacing suggestion. Follow the fireplace and mirror installation requirements for heat exposure and mounting.