Bathroom mirror becoming hazy & blurry

Question

We remodeled our bathroom in '98, which included a new mirror. We are noticing that along the top and one side that the mirror is "hazy", and a bit blurry compared to the rest of the mirror. We've tried all sort of solutions to try and clean the mirror, but its still the same...any ideas? Can mirrors go bad in less than 20 years?

Janet Pizaro · Answer

Try mixing bar keepers friend with water into a paste and apply with a soft rag then wash well with vinegar and water.

Z · Answer

Rick, can you please share a photo of the mirror and close ups of the areas in question please? It's hard to say what's causing it without seeing just what's happening. It sounds like moisture is getting behind the mirror. If that's the case, than no cleaning is going to fix it.

512181 · Answer

Mirrors can go bad.  It is moisture getting behind the mirror.  There are  mirror frame kits available so you could cover the bad area.  Make sure your bathroom fan is working well or is big enough to handle the space to help with excess moisture.

Rick Smith · Answer

Hard to get good photos of the 'haze'.... here's a couple attempts.. in the 1st photo you can see the 'haze' in the area at the top of the window reflected in the window.. same in the 2nd one.... area in the mirror showing the top portion of the window..

Rick Smith · Answer

Thanks Becky.... so looks like it needs to be replaced then.. didn't want to explore that until I knew we couldn't clean it....

Lisa House · Answer

I agree that it is a moisture problem, shop around, replacing the mirror should not cost an arm and a leg.

Rick Smith · Answer

Thanks for your insight! And Yes, I suspect my wife will also think a framed mirro might be a good choice...

Chloe Crabtree · Answer

Mix one-part vinegar with four parts water and pour it into the spray bottle. Spray the solution onto the cotton cloth or directly onto the mirror. Before the spray dries, wipe the mirror from side to side or up and down with the cotton cloth. Never wipe the mirror in circles.

Deb K · Answer

Hello Rick, try cleaning it with vinegar, if it's hairspray that will get it off. otherwise the finish is likely eroding, so you will need to resilver or replace it.

Chas' Crazy Creations · Answer

Here's a post that might help https://chascrazycreations.com/eco-friendly-window-and-mirror-cleaning/

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