Fabrication and Silvering
Mirrors
Restoration Services
Custom Mirror Silvering
Our custom patinated mirrors are fabricated in-house by our master craftsmen. Each mirror finish has its own formula that creates a reaction, resulting in a simulation of the natural deterioration of the silver.
Adjusting the formulas can make subtle changes to the design. However, it is important to understand that our custom silvered mirrors are handmade and one-of-a-kind.
Click the button to review a selection
of our custom silvering options
Decorative Mirrors with Custom Finished Frames
Along with decorative mirrors we design and create custom frames.
Using wood, welded metal or acrylic frames in combination with glass, beveling and silvering finishes allows for multitude of options.
Your design could include a revival trumeau or multi-panel architectural mirror. The silvering can be clear, antique, distressed or gilded on textured, tinted, low iron, convex or art glass. Make an appointment to visit our showroom to review a selection of potential options.
Custom samples can be fabricated upon request.
Gilding, Leafing & Eglomise
Verre Eglomise/Reverse Leaf/Gilded glass are all one and the same. Each term refers to Verre Eglomise, is French for ‘glass gilded’ and is a process where the reverse side of a piece of glass is gilded with gold or silver leaf using a gelatin adhesive. Select leafing includes:
22k Yellow Gold
12k White Gold
Silver Metal Leaf
Platinum
Moon Gold
Eglomise panels can be further customized by using textured or tinted glass.
Venetian Mirrors
Can be custom fabricated through engraving, decorative beveling and cladding.
Further customize with antiqued silvering to panels or use of tinted glass.
The panels can be further adorned with beveled rosettes or decorative Murano glass elements.
Restoration
Services provided:
Cleaning, stabilization and reassembly
Replacement and fabrication of missing elements
Repair and treatment of damaged components
Installation of hanging hardware
Condition assessments and estimates are provided prior to proceeding with recommended work.
We are available to assist you
At Our Studios
Clients are welcome to make an appointment to drop off items at one of our studio locations for an estimate.
Upon completion of the assessment, we will follow up with a written condition report and treatment proposal for your approval.
Custom framing appointments can also be made at any of locations.
To schedule an appointment please feel welcome to email, call, or submit an inquiry via through our form at the bottom of the page.
Online
We also welcome inquiries through email.
If you have questions about a general treatment or need an approximate cost for a project, you can send images and information about your piece. When possible please include the following information:
Title, Artist, Medium, and Size
Condition Observations and Concerns
Images of the front and back, with any details.
We will call you to follow up and gather any further pertinent information.
Onsite
Clients are welcome to make an appointment to drop off items at one of our studio locations for an estimate.
Upon completion of the assessment, we will follow up with a written condition report and treatment proposal for your approval.
Custom framing appointments can also be made at any of locations.
To schedule an appointment please feel welcome to email, call, or submit an inquiry via through our form at the bottom of the page.
Contact us today for an appointment
Online or Onsite
At Our Studios
Main Location
840 N. Milwaukee Ave, Chicago IL 60642
Mon-Fri: 9am - 5:30pm
Sat: 10am-4pm
Sun: Closed
Complimentary parking is available in the loading zone in front of the building
Additional Locations
Highland Park • Lake Forest • Lincoln Park • Arlington Heights
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