Mirror Frame

Mirror frames serve as a necessary protective cover for the mirror while imparting them Indian classical looks. Decorative mirror frames offer a beautiful way to display and store precious mirrors and truly symbolize the grace of Indian art and crafts.

Designs and Styles
Mirror frames possess an extremely elegant look and often have exquisitely engraved designs with carved borderlines. Available in a multitude of designs and sizes, mirror frames attract buyers throughout the world. Mirror frames are mostly available in various exclusive styles and patterns. Mirror frames can embellish various format such as rectangular, oval or round. They are carved out of different varieties of materials and some are hand painted in attractive colors. Available in different varieties, mirror frames may be carved, inlaid, varnished or hand-painted. There is a unique combination of craft carving with embossed motifs in such frames.

Materials Used
Metal
Metal mirror frames are very popular. Traditionally most mirror frames available were made of wood and were more than possible to have been hand made. Today, different kinds of metals are used to make mirror frames. They are made of varied metals like

• Silver
• Brass
• Gold
• Aluminum
• Wrought Iron

There are also Silver Plated, Gold Plated, Gilded frames, and Silver Pearl frames and frames that are made of a Steel/Nickel Alloy. Engraved metals frames are also available. Just like any other item, metal frames can be bent, dented or broken. But they are more durable than wood or plastic frame. Some metal frames do look better than either plastic or plastic.

Wood
Wooden mirror frames are available in varied designs and styles. Different types of wood are used to make mirror frames such as

• Oak
• Cedar
• Cherry
• Pine
• Maple etc.

All of these are hardwoods and they are most common choices of woodworkers because of their sturdiness. Wooden frames are given different finishes. There are lightly stained, very darkly stained and completely natural wooden mirror frames. Indian craftsmen show their inherent craftsmanship and carving skills in these mirror frames.

Antique styles in wooden mirror frames are widely demanded as they depict ethnicity with a modern touch in any room. Engraved wooden mirror frames are also very popular. Artistically crafted on wood, these mirror frames are exclusive piece of work. Various unique patterns and designs are engraved on the borders of these frames. Wooden mirror frames are also hand painted. Apart from serving their utility purpose, these frames also contribute to the décor of any interior.

Popularity of Mirror Frames
Mirror frames have always served as an essential protection for the mirror besides giving better looks to the mirror as well as the room's decor. These mirror frames available in various sizes and patterns, make an elegant accent piece for beautifying any room in the house. The exquisite designs depicted in mirror frames from classical to contemporary are hand carved with variety of finishes. They are hand crafted for residential and commercial spaces. The mastery of the skilled craftsmen and the shades of cultural, traditional, modern designs make Indian mirror frames a very sought after item in markets the world over.