Five Ways Mirrors Can Change Your Space Consider these tricks of the trade

There are many ways to use mirrors in a small space to enhance it. Jacobsen recommends using many different mirrors on one wall to create the illusion of a bigger wall and add more depth to the room, or placing one or more mirrors on two opposite walls. This will create an interesting tunnel mirror effect, and can highlight the interior or even the outdoor landscape. He also recommends picking a clean mirror with no frame if you want to create the illusion of more space.

When confronted with a large empty wall, it’s always tempting to fill it with a mirror that can be both functional and decorative. But make sure it’s reflecting something worth looking at - the biggest mistake people can make is to hang mirrors so that its reflecting clutter or random objects that aren’t aesthetically pleasing.

Don’t forget to look at the lighting. Placing a mirror behind a pendant light or table lamp will help maximise the light’s reach to create an almost magical effect. Try putting a spotlight behind a full-length mirror to create a stunning glow.

If you have large space, try turning a slim full length mirror on its side and hanging it on the wall for a statement effect. This works particularly well for decorative mirrors that were designed to be the focal point of a space.

Mirrored backsplashes can work but too many mirrors may pose a maintenance problem with watermarks, so you may not want to go overboard in a kitchen where it’s not that necessary.