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You have several choices when repairing a mirror. You can try the Gorilla glue and put it at several places to make it secure. If that does not work you may have to make a new frame to hold it in place.
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∙ 10y ago
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∙ 11y agoThat depends on the size, thickness, and weight of the mirror.
A small, thin mirror...say 8"x10"...can be hung with one or two drywall screws, but you're best to use the screws with the 'butterfly' screw-holders that flex out into an 'X' when a screw is put through them; It distributes the weight more evenly and over a wider area so it doesn't tear out the drywall.
A larger mirror such as a full-height, one with a heavy wooden frame, or something like a medicine cabinet: I'd suggest at least two wood screws bored into the studs in the wall. Many building codes require a stud every 16", but a little electronic stud finder is the easiest way to be sure; they're not overly expensive, and will help with any and all 'hanging' needs in the future, so aren't a bad investment.
If you're renting, make sure to check with your landlord about the maximum size of any holes in the wall, and also if frequency will be an issue [some landlords don't care about using thumbtacks to hang posters everywhere...others do, for example] before installing the mirror, to ensure the return of your security deposit.
I wouldn't recommend compounds such as 'poster putty' or 'As seen on TV: Hercules Hooks', or anything else that relies on a viscous or chemical bond. The compounds can change over time...weakening the bond until your mirror goes crashing to the ground, hardening until it's impossible to remove without damage to the wall, or even chemically reacting with the wall and leaving a permanent stain.
-A former cabinetmaker
ANS 2 - A small mirror can be stuck to drywall with silicone. -A large one should have 4 corner brackets held with screws. -It's easy to fill screw holes in drywall later if you have to.
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∙ 11y agoSilicon will glue it on, but it's much better to use small 'mirror brackets' that screw in.
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