A custom mirror in Odesa is made to your measurements: you give the width, height, shape and installation site, and the workshop cuts the mirror, finishes the edge and calculates the cost. The price depends on the area, shape, edge finishing, decoration and fixing, so the exact amount is given after the dimensions are agreed.
Key points
- A custom mirror makes sense when a ready-made one does not fit the size, shape or look: a niche, a sloping ceiling, a floor-to-ceiling wall.
- Correct measuring is half the job: measure at several points and allow for fixings and uneven walls.
- A bevel is an angled edge around the mirror; whether it is available for your piece is best checked with the workshop.
- The cost is made up of area, shape, edge finishing, decoration, fixing and installation; there is no fixed price list for non-standard pieces.
- Dim Skla in Odesa works with an advance payment and ships across Ukraine and abroad.
When is a custom mirror better than a ready-made one?
A custom mirror is worth ordering when a ready-made one does not fit its place or the interior idea. Shop mirrors come in standard sizes and simple shapes, while walls and furniture in real apartments are rarely standard.
Typical cases when you need a mirror made to measure:
- a niche, a wall section between openings or wardrobe doors where a ready-made mirror does not fit or leaves ugly gaps;
- a mirror wall from floor to ceiling or across the whole room;
- a non-standard shape: circle, oval, arch, a custom outline;
- a mirror with decoration: a sandblasted pattern or frosted stripes;
- a mirror with a special look, such as an antiqued or Italian mirror.
Dim Skla is a stained glass and glass workshop in Odesa, Ukraine: an art studio and a glass production facility. Mirrors, glass cutting, mirror tiles and sandblasting are made at its own workshop, while antiqued and Italian mirrors are made by the art studio.
How to measure the space for a mirror?
Measure at several points, because walls, niches and openings are almost never perfectly straight. A few millimetres can mean the mirror will not fit, so it is better to measure twice.
- Measure the width at the top, middle and bottom, and the height on the left, middle and right. Write down the smallest value of each.
- For a niche or opening, check the diagonals: if they differ, the niche is not rectangular and the craftsman should know.
- Think about fixing: adhesive, clips, a frame or a profile need different clearances at the edges.
- Mark sockets, switches, taps and shelves within the mirror area: they may need cut-outs.
- Photograph the site wide and close-up, with a tape measure in the shot.
- If the shape is complex, make a full-size template from cardboard or thick paper.
With this information the workshop agrees the dimensions and gives the cost faster, and you avoid rework.
What is a bevel and which edge finish to choose?
A bevel is an angled edge around the perimeter of a mirror. It forms a narrow frame that plays with light, makes the mirror look more expensive and is common in classic interiors, mirror tiles and frameless mirrors.
Every mirror needs edge finishing: after cutting the edge is sharp, so it is ground to be safe to handle and neat to look at. Beyond that, the choice depends on how the mirror is fixed:
- if the edge is hidden in a frame or profile, simple finishing is enough;
- if the edge is exposed, it should be even and smooth all the way round;
- if the mirror is meant to be a feature, consider a bevel or a decorative edge.
Not every finish suits every shape and size. Check which options are available for your mirror when agreeing the dimensions.
What makes up the price of a custom mirror?
The price has five parts: area, shape, edge finishing, decoration, and fixing with installation. There is no fixed price for non-standard pieces, so the cost is calculated once all parameters are known.
| Component | What affects the cost | What the client can change |
|---|---|---|
| Area | Width and height, number of parts | Split a large area into several mirrors or tiles |
| Shape | A rectangle is simpler; a circle, arch or custom outline is more complex | Choose a simpler shape |
| Edge finishing | Grinding, bevel, exposed or hidden edge | Hide the edge in a frame or profile |
| Decoration | Sandblasted pattern, frosting, antiqued glass | Limit decoration to part of the mirror |
| Fixing and installation | Fixing method, cut-outs, installation site | Agree on fixing in advance |
The logic is the same as for art pieces: the more handwork, the higher the price.
What other mirrors can be ordered?
- Mirror tiles. Handy for walls and splashbacks: a large area is assembled from separate elements.
- Antiqued mirror. A mirror with an aged look that does not suit every interior but works well in classic and restaurant spaces.
- Italian mirror. A type of antiqued mirror with an expressive antique texture.
- Sandblasting. A pattern or frosted areas on a mirror or glass.
- Glass cutting. If you already have the mirror and need it cut to size.
How does an order work?
- Discussing the task: dimensions, shape, installation site, photos.
- Agreeing the edge finish, decoration and fixing method.
- Cost estimate.
- Advance payment.
- Production.
- Acceptance of the work by the client.
Dim Skla ships across Ukraine and abroad, so a mirror from Odesa can be ordered from another city. The lead time depends on the size, shape and decoration, so it is given together with the cost.
FAQ
Can I order a round mirror with a bevel?
Mirrors are made in any shape to your measurements. Whether a bevel is possible for a specific size and shape, check with the workshop when agreeing the details: both the look and the cost depend on it.
How long does a custom mirror take?
It depends on the size, shape, edge finishing and decoration. The exact lead time is given together with the cost.
Do I need to pay an advance for a mirror?
Yes, work starts after an advance payment. The amount and how the rest is paid are given together with the cost.
Can I order a mirror from Odesa to another city?
Yes. Dim Skla ships across Ukraine and abroad. For a remote order, send exact measurements, photos of the site and the edge finish you want.
What should I bring if I just need a mirror cut?
Bring the mirror, the exact dimensions of each piece and, if the shape is complex, a full-size template. This makes cutting faster and error-free.
To get a quote, prepare measurements and photos of the site. The workshop and production are in Odesa at Mykolaivska Doroha 253, Prodmash plant; phone, Viber and WhatsApp +380 67 783 40 89. Discuss your order · Custom mirrors