What is the best position to mount this mirror. On a wall directly in front or on a wall either left or right?
1764029
This was a gift but the person has it mounted on the left of a mirror because they have a problem with lifting their arm to check the back of the hair do...so this would depend of the need of the person.
1764030
The answer (seems to me) to be completely one of personal choice and physical set up in the area where you're going to use the mirror. While it swivels and extends/contracts easily the fitment of parts are tight and will stay where you position it. I've actually got mine on the wall behind where I sit and use it for rear view of my head - or - I turn to use it up close.
1764031
I mounted on the wall to the right, only because the towel rack and light switch were on the left. Easy to mount, just make sure you have thick sheet rock or mount into a stud. It is a very sturdy mirror!
1764032
If possible, the best place to mount is behind the user (and slightly offset left or right). Next best would be on a wall either to the left or right.
1764033
On the wall either left or right. I have 1 on each side of my main mirror over the sink.
1764034
the wall directly in front, why? remember,this mirror swings the way you want it to.
768849
It can be mounted on either side. I ride with 2 of these mirrors. One on each side.
1422876
The mirror is not lighted, and needs to be mounted directly to the wall. I do love the mirror, and the angles you can get the mirror to turn.
2035639
EASY! Get a small piece of foam - we used thin slice of carpet foam that is tapered so it gets a little thicker towards one end - and keep it stuck gently at bottom - mirror stays in place no problem. I have a 10X mirror stuck on the Ott mirror on one side and 15X (scary!) on the other - 15X is heavier so it definitely tends to tilt mirror but foam keeps it in place nicely and no trouble to do it. Takes a second. You could use any relatively stiff foam or even plastic or aluminum foil - anything you have that won't harm the mechanism. best wishes!
2147636
I don't think there is a set height for mounting the mirror, depends on your own height and remember the mirror tilts for a better viewing.
1848891
I would recommend sticking the mirror on the outside edge of the factory mirror. Top or bottom, mine is on the bottom.
688356
It can be installed either way. For outside mount, it comes with mirrored sides that can be attached. For inside mount, you just leave those mirrored sides off.
173066
If you mean, can it be glued with mirror adhesive to the wall, the answer is no. That is because the mirror has hardware adhered to the back for hanging. Therefore, the mirror cannot be safely glued to the wall. There's no way to get the mirror flush against the wall. Also, I don't think you can use mirror clips either. The hardware on the back makes the mirror jut out from the wall a little. There's hardware in three corners on the back -- so you can hang it vertically or horizontally. Hope this clarifies the situation.
944899
The piece that the level slides into goes on the wall. That way you can mount it level from the get go. Just attach the other piece to your mirror symmetrically and you will be good to go.
2208073
Either. I mounted mine under the counter and my sister mounted on the wall. Great paper towel holder!
539043
No, The mirror pivot at two place see picture. Its swing at the pivot points. its about a 1 inch off the wall see picture. This mirror is hard wired.What I means it mounts on a single electrical box. similar to the (receptacle) or light switch you uses to turn the bathroom light on and off. That is how the mirror is lit. Its a very nice unit.
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The bar is perpendicular to the mirror, but you can slide the clamp on in either direction. The shape of the mirror will mean you get a slightly different view depending on orientation, but with this mirror I haven't found it to be that different. I agree with J Petty that you need to avoid scratching it--it's not made of gorilla glass :-)
2147976
can be either...it has mirror that can go around the edges or be flush mounted. Mine is flush mounted.
1952641
No problem here, I use the mirror to park in a very tight spot and I have to get the car as close to the wall as possible. The mirror allows me to see as the bumper is approaching the wall without hitting it yet being very close to the wall. Works great!!
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Hello DonnaFirst off, they want see you at all, but you can see them clearly. Second, I can't really say about your mounting issue, because I don't know how your house is made. Now if you have at least 1 1/2-2 feet of wall on either side of your glass entry, you could mount it on either side. You just have to be sure you can still see who is at the door, if that is your purpose. I have half wood and half glass, and mines is mounted on the wood, beside the glass. It a contemporary style door, so they still can't see through the glass. That's why I purchased it, and I luv it. I hope I helped you with your answer, and hopefully your decision to purchase. You have a wonderful day. Hello DonnaFirst off, they want see you at all, but you can see them clearly. Second, I can't really say about your mounting issue, because I don't know how your house is made. Now if you have at least 1 1/2-2 feet of wall on either side of your glass entry, you could mount it on either side. You just have to be sure you can still see who is at the door, if that is your purpose. I have half wood and half glass, and mines is mounted on the wood, beside the glass. It a contemporary style door, so they still can't see through the glass. That's why I purchased it, and I luv it. I hope I... » Read More Hello DonnaFirst off, they want see you at all, but you can see them clearly. Second, I can't really say about your mounting issue, because I don't know how your house is made. Now if you have at least 1 1/2-2 feet of wall on either side of your glass entry, you could mount it on either side. You just have to be sure you can still see who is at the door, if that is your purpose. I have half wood and half glass, and mines is mounted on the wood, beside the glass. It a contemporary style door, so they still can't see through the glass. That's why I purchased it, and I luv it. I hope I helped you with your answer, and hopefully your decision to purchase. You have a wonderful day. « Show Less
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Mine worked best as pictured. Probably could mount on the side if the side area of your existing mirror is flat enough. Be careful that it doesn't stick out too far. Also the mirror is designed to show a wide angle horizontally. You will lose that width if mounted vertically.
2147634
I mounted it with the center of the mirror to the center of the head. Mirror tilts, so no need to be too precise in the height determination.