Transform A Plain IKEA Mirror Into A Designer-Worthy Natural Stone Statement Piece

It can be so much fun to turn a cheap item into an elevated statement piece for your home. There are so many affordable renovation hacks to fake a high-end, luxurious home on a budget. If you love the look of boutique interiors but don't want to pay designer prices for the finishes and decorations, try this fun DIY project. With just a budget-friendly IKEA mirror, a few pieces of broken travertine stone slab, and some Gorilla Glue, you can create a luxurious, nature-inspired room accessory that feels like it belongs on the pages of an interior design magazine.

A small change in décor can make your home feel more luxurious. For this easy DIY project, you sandwich the minimalist IKEA BLÅSER Mirror, which sells for just $10, between two natural stone mounts, transforming it into a stunning design piece. It's reminiscent of the kind of custom stone décor you would see in a designer showroom or art gallery. You'll need to choose stones with flat bottoms to ensure the mirror can stand upright on a tabletop. If you don't have access to travertine offcuts, consider getting something like Creative Co-Op Decorative Travertine Wave Bookends. You could also cut some yourself from pavers using a saw fitted with a diamond blade. Leave the top edges jagged and broken-looking.

Start by cleaning the mirror and stone of dust and debris — clean surfaces result in stronger bonds. Play around with the positioning of the travertine stone pieces on either side of the IKEA mirror until you get your ideal look. Planning the placement ensures you don't make any irreversible design mistakes.

Next, apply some clear Gorilla Glue to the inner surfaces of the stone pieces. Be generous — you want to ensure you create a strong hold — but don't over-apply it. Gorilla Glue Original expands while drying and can squish out visibly if you use too much. Press the glued stones firmly against the mirror and hold them in place by hand for at least five minutes. It can help to use a clamp to hold the pieces in place while the adhesive cures. In fact, you're probably not waiting long enough for Gorilla Glue to dry. It can take more than 24 hours, so leave your new mirror to rest overnight before moving it.

Your work is done! You have a beautiful, high-end-looking mirror. Now all that's left to do is place it wherever you want to use or display it. You may want it on your dresser to use when applying makeup or putting on earrings. Consider pairing it with some wood objects, houseplants, or woven baskets for a boho vibe. Or, for a modern, minimalist look, leave it unadorned.