Bespoke Japanese Screen Mirror Installation in Chiswick, W4
Mirror installation in Chiswick
Gilbert Art Services recently completed a high-end mirror hanging project at a beautiful townhouse in Chiswick, W4.
Working in close collaboration with our trusted framing partners at All About Framing, who crafted the custom aluminium frames, we were brought in and tasked with the final wall mounting. The design concept drew inspiration from traditional Japanese sliding screens, featuring a series of multi-paneled framed mirrors with ornate palm drawings, designed to sit perfectly flush against one another to form a continuous, cohesive mirrored feature.
Navigating the Installation
Executing a multi-panel mirror hanging project where every edge must line up perfectly presents significant technical requirements, especially on modern interior walls.
1. Modern Plasterboard Dry Wall
Plasterboard walls offer limited structural anchoring compared to solid brick. Because mirror glass and custom metal frames are heavy, relying on standard drywall fixings was out of the question. We thoroughly mapped out the underlying wall structure to secure primary weight-bearing points directly into the timber studs, using hollow-wall anchors for additional stability.
2. Millimeter-Perfect Flush Alignment
When hanging multiple panels side-by-side to imitate a Japanese screen, there is zero room for error. Any subtle dip or bowing in the wall surface will cause uneven gaps or overlapping edges between the frames.
To overcome this:
We utilised a high-precision laser level to project reference lines across the entire span of the wall.
We deployed specialised, micro-adjustable ‘CWH’ hangers. This bespoke bracket system allowed us to make micro-adjustments to the height, depth, and horizontal positioning of each individual panel, pulling the mirrors tight and flush against both the plasterboard wall and each other.
The Power of Collaboration: Complex installations are best achieved when art handlers and framers work in harmony. Partnering with All About Framing ensured that the weight distribution and rear mounting hardware were planned long before the artwork reached the client's home in Chiswick.
Need a Professional Mirror Hanging Service in Chiswick?
Whether you are installing a single large statement mirror, a delicate gallery wall, or complex multi-panel architectural mirrors, Gilbert Art Services provides precision mirror hanging across Chiswick, Kew, Richmond, and West London.
Our gallery-trained technicians bring the right engineering tools, laser leveling equipment, and structural fixings to ensure your piece is secure and perfectly positioned.
We also provide professional picture hanging services in Chiswick, across London and the surrounding areas.
Contact our team today to discuss your next project.
The final result. Mirror hanging by Gilbert Art Services.
