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Wickedx New user 86 Posts |
Hi guys I am thinking of getting my uncle to build me a three sided mirror for practice. I have started the plans, but what would you say is the best support to keep it upright?
PS: I am making a travel one, so it has to be able to fold up. I have a couple of ideas, but has anyone here made one and tried out different methods? Thanks, Paul
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martini Special user delta, pennsylvania 548 Posts |
Paul, check out a Staples office supply over there in the UK. Go into the aisle that carries the foamboard for displays, there is plastic strip that is made to act as hinges.
A package of two pieces- each about 10 inches long- will work ideal for you, and it should run you probably about 6 Pounds. With these two pieces, all you'll need are three 12 inch square plexi mirror panels and you are all set. If you cannot find the hinges over there, let me know and I will get them for you here and send them over. If you can find them locally, it will save you shipping. Over here years ago a practice mirror was being sold that consisted of two outer panels 12 inches square and a center panel that was 12 inches high and 20 inches wide. It was made in plexi mirror, and all that they did was use 2 inch wide clear shipping tape for hinges. They still pop up from time to time at club auctions and jumble sales, and the tape seems to still be holding on them. All the Best Marty |
Wickedx New user 86 Posts |
Thank you. I will go to Staples tomorrow and let you know.
Paul
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Jeff Dial Special user Kent, WA 533 Posts |
Unless you find something already made up and cheap you may want to go to a glass and mirror shop, have them cut the three mirrors to the proper size, have them "seam" or grind the edges, have them apply a "safety backing", and duct tape it together. Minimal work and as no one will see it but you it should serve.
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Wickedx New user 86 Posts |
Thanks m8, I went to Staples but I couldn't find one anywhere. Anymore ideas?
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