Hello everyone, I would like to attach a mirror to the doors of my IKEA Pax wardrobe and am looking for the safest and cleanest method to do so. Specifically, I am wondering how to mount the mirror securely without damaging the doors and, if necessary, how to remove it later without leaving significant marks. Are there proven mounting solutions, such as special accessories or tips for gluing, screwing, or other fastening methods? I am also interested in whether pre-drilling is advisable or if it would affect the appearance or stability. Experience with the different door materials of the Pax wardrobe (such as glazed doors or wood) would also be very helpful. I look forward to your advice and suggestions!
Hello, your question is very detailed, which I appreciate! Basically, there are two common methods to attach a mirror to PAX doors: adhesive or screws.
- Adhesive: Special mounting tapes designed for mirrors work well but should be suitable for the weight. The doors must be completely clean and grease-free for the adhesive to hold. For lacquered doors, adhesive is often the better choice since it does not damage the surface.
- Screws: There are sets with mounting clips that securely hold the mirror. However, you need to pre-drill carefully to avoid splitting the door, and small holes will remain.
I recommend weighing the options depending on the door material and mirror weight. If you choose screws, use thin drill bits and insert the screws cautiously. For adhesive methods, small stiffening strips inside the door can help distribute the weight more evenly.
One more tip: Make sure to read the installation instructions for the adhesive tape or screw kit carefully and observe the load specifications. This will help prevent the mirror from accidentally falling.
- Adhesive: Special mounting tapes designed for mirrors work well but should be suitable for the weight. The doors must be completely clean and grease-free for the adhesive to hold. For lacquered doors, adhesive is often the better choice since it does not damage the surface.
- Screws: There are sets with mounting clips that securely hold the mirror. However, you need to pre-drill carefully to avoid splitting the door, and small holes will remain.
I recommend weighing the options depending on the door material and mirror weight. If you choose screws, use thin drill bits and insert the screws cautiously. For adhesive methods, small stiffening strips inside the door can help distribute the weight more evenly.
One more tip: Make sure to read the installation instructions for the adhesive tape or screw kit carefully and observe the load specifications. This will help prevent the mirror from accidentally falling.
Ramon4 schrieb:
If you choose screws, use thin drill bits and insert the screws carefully.I would recommend being a bit more cautious here. Especially with PAX doors, the material can be quite thin depending on the version, which may lead to mechanical stress and cracking.
Ramon4 schrieb:
For adhesive methods, small stiffening strips that you can attach inside the door to better distribute the weight can also help.I think this is a very important point. Simply applying mounting tape on the back can be problematic with larger mirrors. A question for glabi: How big and heavy exactly is the mirror? Only then can an optimal method be recommended. In general, we should also consider thermal expansion and humidity fluctuations – these can affect the adhesive.
Thanks in advance for the tips so far! The mirror is about 160 cm (63 inches) tall and 40 cm (16 inches) wide, weighing around 10 kg (22 lbs). The doors of my PAX wardrobe are made of wood with a painted finish, not glazed doors.
The room has low humidity, as it is rather dry. I want to preserve the look as much as possible, so a clean, nearly invisible mounting method would be ideal.
What do you think? In my case, would additional support such as stiffening battens or a special mounting profile be useful, or would a high-quality mounting tape be sufficient? I’m also open to small screws if the holes aren’t too noticeable. Would it be advisable to first attach the mirror to a frame or a solid substructure before fixing it to the door?
The room has low humidity, as it is rather dry. I want to preserve the look as much as possible, so a clean, nearly invisible mounting method would be ideal.
What do you think? In my case, would additional support such as stiffening battens or a special mounting profile be useful, or would a high-quality mounting tape be sufficient? I’m also open to small screws if the holes aren’t too noticeable. Would it be advisable to first attach the mirror to a frame or a solid substructure before fixing it to the door?
With the details about the mirror and the doors, I can give better advice: For a weight of 10 kg (22 lbs), I would always recommend a combination of adhesive and mechanical fastening.
- A high-quality mounting tape suitable for mirrors (e.g., 3M VHB) generally holds well as long as the surfaces are thoroughly cleaned.
- To be on the safe side, you should additionally secure the mirror with small, discreet screw holders or clamps. You can later conceal the holes with wood filler.
- A substructure (e.g., a wooden frame) makes installation easier and distributes the weight, but it increases the complexity and thickness of the door mirror surface.
If you decide against screws, make absolutely sure the adhesive tape is rated for the weight and load.
Important: Avoid aggressive adhesives or those that leave residue when removed.
- A high-quality mounting tape suitable for mirrors (e.g., 3M VHB) generally holds well as long as the surfaces are thoroughly cleaned.
- To be on the safe side, you should additionally secure the mirror with small, discreet screw holders or clamps. You can later conceal the holes with wood filler.
- A substructure (e.g., a wooden frame) makes installation easier and distributes the weight, but it increases the complexity and thickness of the door mirror surface.
If you decide against screws, make absolutely sure the adhesive tape is rated for the weight and load.
Important: Avoid aggressive adhesives or those that leave residue when removed.
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