To hang a mirror with screws, match the screws and wall fixings to the wall construction, mirror weight and rear mounting system. Then transfer the actual fixing positions, allow the required hanging clearance and fit the mirror as its instructions specify. A level outline is the beginning of the job; the supporting wall determines the fixing choice.
The reward is a mirror that looks deliberately placed rather than squeezed into a spare gap. Start with the reflection you want above your basin, console or dressing table, and use a paper outline to settle the position before making holes.
Choose the position before the screw locations
Mark the mirror’s overall width and height on the wall. View it from the doorway and from the place where you will use it. Check the reflection for shorter and taller users, then look for conflicts with taps, wall lights, shelves and opening cabinet doors. An asymmetrical mirror needs particular care: its visual centre may not match the centre of its rear brackets.
54.5 × 85.5 cm black irregular mirror — £79. Its curved outline adds character to a plain wall, and the listed net weight is 3.55 kg. Use that product weight when planning the installation, rather than the 4.8 kg packaged figure.
Read the back of the mirror as carefully as the front
Identify the mounting arrangement: keyholes, brackets and rails do not all engage in the same way. Check which orientations the instructions allow, where each fixing belongs and whether the mirror needs to slide down or sideways to engage. Keep that movement clear of nearby fittings.
- Use the mounting points supplied or specified for the mirror.
- Check screw-head shape and size against the bracket or keyhole opening.
- Use the specified screw projection; leaving a guessed gap can prevent secure engagement.
- Do not hang the mirror from an ornamental frame, control cable or LED housing.
Choose fixings for the structure, not the surface finish
Tiles and plaster may hide masonry or a framed partition. Establish the construction and condition of the supporting wall, and check for concealed services before drilling. For a hollow wall, the board thickness, cavity and framing influence the fixing choice. An anchor’s headline load figure is meaningful only under its stated installation conditions.
If the supplied pack contains fixings, check their stated wall compatibility. Their presence does not make them suitable for every surface. A professional installer can assess an uncertain wall and arrange the right support before your new mirror arrives.
60 cm frameless round mirror — £69. A simple circle creates a calm focal point without a power connection. Its mounting hardware still needs to suit the wall, and the diameter should be checked against the space between neighbouring fittings.
Transfer the real measurements
Measure the rear mounting points or use the product’s template. Mark them against the proposed outline and confirm they are level. Follow the fixing manufacturer’s drill size, depth and installation method; there is no universal screw size for bathroom mirrors. Keep the mirror safely away from the work area while drilling.
Once the hardware is correctly fitted, arrange enough help to lift and engage the mirror without twisting the glass. Confirm that all required mounting points are engaged and any retaining parts are in place. A quick tug or a mirror that appears still is not a substitute for checking the installation.
Make the power connection part of the plan
40 × 50 cm frontlit LED mirror — £89. A useful compact option with adjustable lighting, memory and anti-fog. Plan its supply and cable exit before drilling so the finished mirror sits neatly and the controls remain easy to reach.
For an illuminated model, use our LED mirror installation guide and bathroom electrical planning guide. Fixed wiring belongs with a qualified electrician. Our LED mirror hanging guide brings the layout and mounting decisions together.
Prices and the linked in-stock options were checked on 27 October 2026. Any checkout promotion is applied separately.
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