D.I.Y. arch mirror shaving cabinet

Banyoabode

I used a $30 arch mirror from Bunnings as the main component in this project to create a stylish and unique shaving cabinet. The shaving cabinet is a practical and esthetic storage solution for any bathroom. I made 3, 2 for my ensuite and 1 for our powder room 🙂

Materials

Mirror Arch frameless 0.6x60x90mm

Melamine board

https://www.bunnings.com.au/2400-x-1200mm-16mm-melamine-particleboard-white-matt_p0097412

Melamine edging white

https://www.bunnings.com.au/21mm-x-10m-melamine-edging-white_p0290017

1 pair of soft close hinge

https://www.bunnings.com.au/blum-110-soft-close-full-overlay-hinge_p4160514

Liquid nails for mirrors

https://www.bunnings.com.au/selleys-310g-liquid-nails-mirror-metal-and-glass-adhesive_p1231848

Chipboard screws

https://www.bunnings.com.au/zenith-8g-x-28mm-gold-passivated-countersunk-rib-head-chipboard-screws-38-pack_p0083543

Stick on kitchen screw caps

https://www.bunnings.com.au/kaboodle-stick-on-kitchen-screw-caps-100-pack_p2661998

Surface Gard

https://www.bunnings.com.au/surface-gard-8mm-clear-round-rubber-bumper-25-pieces_p0262216

Tools

Circular saw or table saw

Jig saw and blade

Melamine edging (Stanley knife or cutting tool, iron)

Drill + bits

Caulking gun

https://www.bunnings.com.au/dripless-300ml-heavy-duty-caulking-gun_p1662783

Concealed hinge jig

Corner clamps 

Steps

Step 1

First, I devised a plan of measurements that would fit the arch mirror. 600mm x 950mm 

Cut list 

2 x 146mm x 575mm

2 x 146mm x 568 mm

Back panel 543 x 568mm

Step 2

Using a mitre saw or table saw with a blade suitable to cut melamine (you can also add tape along your cut line to reduce tear away), I cut all the pieces to size

Step 3

I used corner clamps to create the box, and with pilot holes and chipboard screws, I screwed it together.

As long as it is squared, you can add your back panel. TIP: If it doesn't fit perfectly, you can always sand down the edges of melamine and gap-fill the corners for a seamless finish. 

Step 4

I added tape and then traced around the mirror onto melamine and cut the arch shape using a jig saw and the right blade for melamine. 

Step 5

Using an iron and melamine edge banding I followed the direction, and I found using a Stanley knife and 240 grit sand paper to clean up the edges worked better than the fancy tool.  

Step 6

Optional step! 

This was my first time working with melamine, and it wasn't the professional finish I wanted, so I decided to paint the melamine to cover up imperfections. I first used BIN Primer and then Dulux aquanamel in semi-gloss.

https://www.bunnings.com.au/zinsser-470ml-b-i-n-primer-sealer-stain-killer_p1560189?store=8175&gclid=CjwKCAjwtuOlBhBREiwA7agf1okJK1-plCBFyXhE6-NPo1RmM-eXt2erCYg0BY1DMbbHq6cOUPTcDhoCzLsQAvD_BwE&gclsrc=aw.ds

https://www.bunnings.com.au/dulux-500ml-vivid-white-aquanamel-semi-gloss-interior-exterior-paint_p0280040

Step 7

After figuring out where I wanted the hinges to sit and where I wanted the mirror to sit above the basin, I followed the directions on the hinge package. I had a hinge jig which made this step easier. 

Step 8

I followed the directions on the liquid nails and glued the mirror to the melamine arch, and prayed that it held 😕

Step 9

I installed the mirror after it had cured and fiddled around with the hinges to get everything aligned, and TA-DA, it is DONE!

.... well I still need to add a shelf. I bought these clips, so it should be an easy install. 

https://www.bunnings.com.au/taskmaster-5mm-pin-nickel-plated-metal-shelf-supports-10-pack_p0290585

Akanksha

Congratulations on another terrific project, @Banyoabode! You've devised a functional and stylish shaving cabinet to maximise storage in your bathroom. A neat solution to a common problem that I'm sure will inspire many members.

What was your biggest learning from this project? Anything you would have done differently? 

Well done once again and I can't wait to see what you tackle next.

Akanksha