Carrying the mirror could be dangerous if you don\u2019t do it properly. For example, there are high risks of cracking while you carry the mirror horizontally. To keep that from happening, you want to do it vertically. At all times, grab the mirror only on the side edges. <\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n
You can watch a video explaining these steps visually on YouTube in this video:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n\nhttps:\/\/youtu.be\/Pu-L6S-k4IM\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
<\/span>Figuring Out the Clips<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\nAnother issue we need to sort out is how many clips are there. The amount varies according to the dimensions of the mirrors. So, it is not uncommon to find large mirrors that use a total of eight clips. Naturally, if the mirror is small, you won\u2019t have to deal with that many clips.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
What you need to know about the clips is that the anchors are what keeps them in place, attached to the wall. These anchors ensure that, after placing the mirror up, the weight doesn\u2019t pull it down. As you can see, both clips and anchors work as a base to reduce risks of the mirror falling off.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
<\/span>Working with Plastic Clips<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\nThe plastic clips for mirrors have a cover to protect the screw. You can get rid of that cover by snapping over it, and thus, it will reveal the screw for you to remove it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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If you\u2019re having trouble, slide the flat tip screwdriver slightly below the edge of the cover, and then pry it out. It should apply enough pressure to get the cover out.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Now, it\u2019s time for the power tools. Grab your power drill, and use it to remove the screws that maintain the mirror clips attached to the wall. Start from the top corner, and then proceed with the screw located at the opposite bottom corner. Repeat the process to remove every clip.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
<\/span>Working with Metal Clips<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\nUnlike the previous clips, these don\u2019t have the cover that comes off. You\u2019ll have to follow another pattern.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
First, you\u2019ll need to release the mirror from the bottom clips, which you can do by pushing it up. Once you lift it, proceed to take the bottom clips out using the drill. You may need to use a flat tip bit for the drill during this step.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Then, let the bottom slide down slowly, and it will release the mirror from the clips located at the top side.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
<\/span>Getting the Anchors Out<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\nRemoving the mirror clip anchors shouldn\u2019t be that difficult. You can do it using the Philips head screwdriver. Insert it into the anchors, and pull them out afterward.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Alternatively, you could use a hammer to drive the anchor in or out of the wall. It may leave some damage, but that\u2019s something that Spackle could fix in the blink of an eye. Sometimes, we have to do whatever it takes to get these accessories out.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
<\/span>Final Words<\/strong><\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\nRemoving a mirror with clips from your walls shouldn’t have to be a highly demanding task. With the right tools, you’ll be off to a good start already, and the information shared throughout this article will help you follow through.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
If you don’t feel prepared, have someone else with more experience helping you out. Mirrors are responsible for nasty accidents when people don’t handle them correctly. Nothing is more important than our safety, and that’s why we must perform this task with complete confidence.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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