A 6×3 oval mirror should be glued with what to the wood? Do I glue the entire back surface or a stip in the middle to ensure that the wood can move and not get subsequent glue seperation from the mirror?
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Maybe one of these would help
You could put these around the edges
http://www.spaceballs.com/
and or
put some of this glue, (or similar brand/type ) but just an inch or so, in the center of the mirror.
http://www.amazon.com/GE-Silicone-Household-Glue-2-8/dp/B002J998DA/ref=sr_1_6?ie=UTF8&qid=1340569838&sr=8-6&keywords=silicone+glue
Advantage being this stuff stays pliable for easier removal if there were anyway to replace the mirror component if broken. Allows the wood to move at a different rate to the mirror but holds the mirror from rattling or sliding around.
It would be great to see a photo or two during the construction or when done.
Mirror
I've used mirror mastic from CR Laurence with no problems -
SA
Mirror
Yep, mirror mastic. Blob in the middle,it will squish out to a disc shape and remains a bit pliable.
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