DIY Smart Mirror [Complete Guide]

Building a Smart Mirror is easy…IF you know how. Learn about the best glass to use, how to frame it, and how to add touchscreen technology. A Smart Mirror works by placing a transparent mirror in front of a display. It’s important to use the best mirror and display possible for maximum clarity, so you’ll want to use a mirror specifically designed for Smart Mirrors. You can use any brand and model of monitor, tablet, or TV you like.

CHAPTERS
0:00 Project Overview
0:38 How Does A Smart Mirror Work?
1:04 Framing Your Smart Mirror
2:11 Back Painting
2:24 Choosing The Best Mirror
3:44 Two Way Mirror Film
4:18 Smart Mirror Software

// FRAMING //
Simply use a shadowbox frame. Here’s how it all fits together. The frame is in the front, which holds the glass and touchscreen in place. The shadowbox is deep, which hides the sides of your display.

// CHOOSING YOUR MIRROR //
To achieve great picture quality, you’ll need a Smart Mirror or Dielectric Mirror. The Smart Mirror is available in both glass and acrylic, both offer great reflection and transparency. In large sizes, such as 40″ and above, I recommend choosing the glass to make sure your reflection is perfectly flat. We also offer tempering in case you need your glass to be extra sturdy.

// PRICING & ORDERING //
https://www.twowaymirrors.com/smart-mirror/

Avoid the two way mirror film at all costs, because its blurry and bubbles over time.

Final step! Once you’ve added your display, simply plug in a Raspberry Pi, Android, or Windows PC and you’re done.

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