The One Spot You Should Avoid
The one place you should usually avoid hanging a mirror in your living room is directly opposite the television. It is a very common choice, especially when you are trying to fill a large wall or create a sense of symmetry. On paper, it can seem smart. In reality, it often creates more problems than it solves. Instead of making the room feel spacious and elegant, it can be distracting in the exact area where you are supposed to relax.
A mirror across from the TV reflects movement, light, and screen glow right back into the room. During the day, that can mean extra glare from windows bouncing around the space. At night, it can make the living room feel busier because the television is no longer just in one place. It is visually doubled. Even when the screen is off, a large mirror opposite it can reflect cords, media units, remotes, and other practical items you probably do not want highlighted.
Living rooms are for unwinding. When your eyes keep catching reflections from the television area, the room can feel less calm and more overstimulating. That is the opposite of what most people want from a primary gathering space. So if you have been wondering why your living room feels slightly off, despite being beautifully furnished, the mirror facing your TV could be the reason.
Click on the next page for ideas on where to place a mirror, to make your living room feel more intentional and inviting.