MELBOURNE MIRROR
SPLASHBACKS EXPERTS

No. Normal mirrors are not toughened, and cannot be toughened as the silver reflective coating would burn off. The stock used for our core mirror splashback products is pre-coated with a special reflective coating that can withstand the high temperatures (around 700°c) of the toughening process. They then require a paint backing to protect the reflective coating and make sure the panels are fully opaque. Toughened glass is only required by building codes if you have a gas cooktop in your kitchen, however, we believe all splashbacks should be toughened. We regularly get asked to remove and replace non-toughened splashbacks which have cracked due to thermal shock, impact, or building movement.

Our Antique mirror splashbacks are created using an entirely different process – normal clear or tinted glass is processed and toughened, and it is then “silvered”, antiqued and backed with a traditional enamel paint all by hand, in a completely boutique process, ensuring no two pieces are the same and your mirror splashback is uniquely yours.

We have a variety of finish option for toughened mirror splashbacks to suit your home – our core range consists of; plain (silver), grey, charcoal (darker grey), and bronze. We also offer antique mirror finishes, with 3 antique effects available on silver, grey and bronze glass, this results in 9 possible options for antique mirror finishes. We can offer you expert advice on selecting the correct finish for your home. 

In most domestic settings, tinted mirror splashbacks look best with light to mid coloured benchtops. White, off white, or concrete grey finishes work really well. We often combine these with or grey and charcoal mirror splashbacks for stunning results. If you have warm (brownish) tones in your space, be it in the benchtop, floor or elsewhere, or copper/brass accessories, bronze can be a fantastic choice. If you have a darker coloured benchtop, silver is the best option, unless you are going for a very dark, futuristic look – perhaps in a bar, club or restaurant setting. Of course, this is all subjective, and we are happy to supply any finish you desire – after all, it’s your home!

All of our core range of mirror splashbacks are available up to 3600mm long per panel. Note that in some cases we may need to split panels around your windows or in other locations where there is a transition from a wide to a very narrow section. Our “grey” tone is available in up to 5000mm, although there are more limitations on processing,  and additional charges and lead time may apply. Antique mirror splashback panel sizes are subject to assessment on a per job basis – the max length is interdependent with the panel height. Send us your approx. desired sizes and we will let you know what we can do with an antique mirror product for your space.