Where to buy good two way mirrors ?

[KirAsh4]

Personally I wouldn’t use acrylic either. While lighter, over time and with cleaning it will scratch. I prefer glass, even though it would be heavier.

In fact I’m thinking of putting a large (3-4 feet wide) mirror up and use a 24" screen on one side of it. But that’s just a thought at the moment. Still pondering it.

[michelleoj]

I used acrylic for my project and it seems to be fine. If you’re gentle with your mirror, you shouldn’t have to worry about scratches too much. I got my acrylic 2 way mirror from http://www.twowaymirrors.com

They also sell glass and they have a “special” glass for the smart mirror project. They ship internationally too since they are a US based company.

[paviro]

Wouldn’t the reflection you get by using their special glass be pretty close to none? I mean I am using a normal two-way-mirror and without a light attached the reflections aren’t that extrem and it’s supposed to be a mirror after all…

[michelleoj]

@paviro It’s still a 2 way mirror but they’re talking about the material it’s made out of. Here’s an example of a smart mirror using their Vanity Vision Glass from their website:

[KirAsh4]

Looks like their “Vanity Glass” has a 70% reflection and 25% transmission. The Dielectric however has a 40 reflection and 60% transmission, designed for very bright rooms. They have a comparison of the different types of glass on their site: http://www.twowaymirrors.com/smart-mirror/

[paviro]

I think mine has 70% reflection and 30% transmission. Okay I understand it now so their Dielectric would only make sense in bright environments.

[KirAsh4]

Aaaaand that “Vanity Glass”, at the size of the monitor I’m using (22x15), with polished edges, would cost $600 … I’m actually afraid to see what the full size that I plan to use would cost.

Ok, I checked … $2k. I’ll get right on that. :)

[michelleoj]

Haha hence why I went with the acrylic. It cost around $60.

[paviro]

Waaaaaah :D My mirror is 21" (I think not sure right now to be honest) cost 70€ so about 80$ :)

[MichMich]

I paid €60,- for 24".

[KirAsh4]

Yeah, the acrylic, at the monitor size (22x15), would be about $103 … But I’m putting it on a wall, a much larger piece … that’s gonna be 'spensive!

[Bangee]

https://www.glastroesch.ch/glas/82-spionspiegel.html

This is an adress for Switzerland, where I’ll buy my mirror.

[djsunrise19]

I got my two mirrors (24" and 27") here (germany): https://www.myspiegel.de/spionspiegel-pg-2102.html
Good quality! I’ll post some pictures soon.

At first I wanted to give foils a try, but the result was terrible.

[MichMich]

@djsunrise19 said in Where to buy good two way mirrors ?:

At first I wanted to give foils a try, but the result was terrible.

If only people would understand this and not try to save a few bucks on a +$200,- project … ;)

[Alex]

Thanks to all for your answers and contributions.
Is there any recommandation about the best reflection and transmission ratio to use for such magic mirror ?
Sometimes, I had seen mirrors for which you can select different thickness. What are yours and what are the impact observed please ? Have you any recommandations about thickness of mirror ?
Thanks to all makers :)

[nhubbard]

@MichMich I’m assuming you mean the ± symbol. That’s fine, I just like correcting people. :smile:

[Try2Fly]

I just ordered a 20" acrylic mirror at dokterplexiglas.nl for only 13 euro. Do not know the quality yet.

[jordi2830]

@Try2Fly said in Where to buy good two way mirrors ?:

I just ordered a 20" acrylic mirror at dokterplexiglas.nl for only 13 euro. Do not know the quality yet.

Let us know how it works out, I’m currently looking for a not too expensive acrylic mirror as well. :p

[Mitchfarino]

Has anyone tried this place? https://www.cutplasticsheeting.co.uk/mirrored-sheeting/two-way-acrylic-mirror

Pretty decent price for the size I need (~£30)

[feuerball]

@Try2Fly did the mirror arrive?