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    19'' Magic Mirror - How I Built The Frame

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      last edited by Cfairhurst

      My first Magic Mirror build using a recycled 19’’ TFT monitor.
      magic_mirror_final_cropped.png
      You can read a super detailed guide to building a Magic Mirror, including tips for setting up your JavaScript development environment, how I calculated the measurements for the different frame components, and even download my 3d modeling files for the mirror housing here:
      https://fairhurst.dev/portfolio/mirror
      You can view the configurations for my modules here:
      https://github.com/fairhurst-dev/MagicMirror
      My housing design consisted of the frame, followed by the two-way glass and monitor stacked on top of each other. This stack was surrounded by the dummy box and finally a plywood back board was attached to the back.
      labeled_exploded_view.png
      I created a frame and dummy box using two 3-in x 6-ft pine boards. Then I attached the two-way glass to the back of the frame with silicone glue.
      frame_with_glass.png
      I secured the monitor inside the dummy box and flat against the glass using four 4-in corner braces.
      corner_brackets.png
      I attached the dummy box to the frame back using 1.5-in corner brackets.
      side_view.png
      The plywood backboard was attached using 2-in corner brackets, followed by a French cleat to allow the entire unit to hang on the wall, no stud needed!french_cleat_plywood.jpeg
      Lastly, I used cable ties to organize the cords behind the monitor and velcro squares to secure the power boxes and Raspberry Pi to the back of the monitorvelcro_squares.pngback_view.png
      Enjoy the build, and please reach out with any questions!
      https://fairhurst.dev

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