Removing Bathroom Mirrors From Walls

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Removing bathroom mirrors from walls.

Usually mirrors are installed using phillips head screws. Use a blow dryer to soften the glue. How to unclip mirrors from the bathroom wall 1. This eliminates any leftover adhesive and paper that might have pulled loose from the gypsum underneath.

Prepare your work area for easier cleanup later. Simply cut around the mastic and through the outer drywall paper with a sharp utility knife. Gently insert wooden shims in the gaps between the mirror and the wall. If the mirror cracks.

With a utility knife score a circle only through the drywall paper around the damaged area and peel off loose drywall paper within the circle. Start by pulling at the mirror to test the strength of the adhesive and where it may be located. This will leave the brown pulpy drywall paper showing. Cover the mirror with duct tape.

Unscrew the side clips first using a screwdriver. Set a drop cloth out and get a wire saw. The duct tape will limit the amount of glass that drops if the mirror shatters. Loosen but do.

Protect the sink area. Now peel off the white outer layer of drywall paper. Scrape away any adhesive residue on the drywall using a putty knife. Lay down cardboard or plastic on any surface surrounding the mirror.

Apply 3 inch wide painter s masking tape to the mirror diagonally horizontally and vertically. Spread a heavy. Dress in long sleeves long pants and work boots to protect skin. If the remaining mastic patches are on drywall it is a waste of time to try to remove it.

Lay down a drop cloth under the mirror that you want to remove just in case. You can also use a small heat lamp. Using a wire saw for larger mirrors 1. Put on your protective gear and place packing tape over the glass.

If your mirror also has mirror clips you will have to unscrew them before you can remove the mirror from the wall. Put on long sleeves thick gloves and protective. When you get near the bottom of the mirror support it from the top to prevent the whole mirror from popping off at once. Using a pry bar begin gently pulling the glass away from the wall.

Continue to use steady pressure and work along the sides of the mirror.