Frequently Asked Questions – Mirrors & Installation Melbourne
Answers to common questions about mirror sizes, ordering, access and installation in Melbourne. For supply-only orders, Order custom mirrors & glass.
What Sets Your Mirror Installations Apart?
Glass mirror installation is our specialist focus. We plan the panel sizes, edge finish, joins and positioning together, considering how the room is used and how the mirrors can be safely brought into the space.
For gyms and studios, carefully aligned panels and consistent spacing make a difference to the finished wall. Our quotes reflect the mirror specification, site access and work involved in delivering that finish.
Quotes & Ordering
How Much Do Gym Mirrors Cost To Supply And Install In Melbourne?
Gym mirrors typically cost $300–$1,000 per mirror including supply, delivery and installation, depending on size, quantity, shape, location, access and the number of installers needed. Standard-size rectangular mirrors generally offer the best value where they suit the wall and access. Mirrors with curved radius corners require CNC polishing and generally cost more. See our gym mirror cost guide or request a quote.
How Do I Get A Quote?
Get A Quote with your approximate wall width and height, suburb, project type and wall photos. Include stairs, lifts, parking restrictions and your preferred timeframe. A budget range is optional.
You do not need to calculate each panel size. We can recommend a layout that suits the wall, access and how you use the room.
How Long Do Custom Mirrors Take?
Custom-size installation takes 4–7 business days after your deposit is received. Value-sized mirrors take 1–5 business days.
Timing starts after the required payment and final specifications are confirmed. We confirm the schedule for your project, allowing for access, order complexity and availability.
Tell us about opening dates or class schedules when enquiring so we can plan the work with you.
Can You Cut Mirrors To Custom Sizes?
Yes. We supply individual custom-cut mirrors and multi-panel mirror walls in 4 mm and 6 mm silver mirror, with polished edges. For an installed wall, we plan the panel layout around the space and access.
Can I order mirrors or glass larger than 2600 × 1520mm?
For mirrors or glass larger than 2600 × 1520mm, contact us for a quote. Include your required dimensions and any delivery or installation details.
Can I Purchase Mirrors Without Installation?
Yes. Order custom mirrors & glass, or contact us about suitable Melbourne delivery options. Check your vehicle and transport arrangements with us before collection, particularly for large panels.
For a fitted studio or gym mirror wall, use our Get A Quote.
For a home gym, our 1828 × 1218mm value mirror is $250 each including GST.
Mirror Size & Full-Body Reflection
How Tall Does A Full-Length Mirror Need To Be?
Full-body visibility depends on the mirror position and where people stand, rather than the mirror reaching the floor. Raised panels can also leave useful clearance above skirting boards, equipment or power points.
We commonly consider panels around 1800 mm high for suitable gym and studio walls. Send us room photos and dimensions so we can recommend the height and position for your space.
Do I Need A 2000 Mm-High Mirror Starting From The Floor?
Not always. A raised mirror can still provide a full-body reflection, depending on viewing position and room layout. We consider your sightlines, equipment and wall fixtures before recommending the panel height.
Is One Very Large Mirror Better Than Several Smaller Mirror Panels?
Not necessarily. Multiple panels can make transport and access more practical while covering a long wall. The important details are a considered panel layout, straight joins and consistent spacing.
We recommend panel sizes that suit the finished design, site access and installation requirements.
Installation
How Do You Plan A Secure Mirror Installation?
We assess the wall condition, mirror size and location before choosing the fixing method. Suitable preparation and installation products are important to a secure result. If the wall needs preparation by another trade, we explain that before installation.
Can You Install Mirrors Safely In A Home With Children And Families?
The mirror and fixing method need to suit the room and how it is used. Tell us about children, high-traffic areas or other safety requirements when requesting a quote so these can be considered in the specification.
Do I Need Safety Backing On My Mirrors?
Separate safety backing is not always required. AS 1288, Clause 5.11, permits ordinary mirror glass in certain applications when it is fully backed by and completely adhered to a solid material.
Suitable backing may include plaster walls, brick walls, timber cupboards and wardrobe doors, provided the surface and installation meet the applicable requirements.
Adhesive fixing is our usual method for gym and studio mirror walls. We assess the backing surface and carefully align each panel using suitable mirror adhesive to help achieve a clear, true reflection with minimal distortion. The appropriate glass and fixing method depend on the conditions of each project.
Do You Install Mirrors To Australian Standards?
Our glass and mirror selection and installation follow the relevant Australian glazing requirements, including AS 1288. This standard covers how glass is selected and installed in buildings. The mirror, backing and fixing method must be suitable for the particular location.
What Do The Edges Of The Mirror Look Like?
Polished edges are our standard finish. Machine polishing gives exposed edges a smooth, clean appearance. We discuss the edge finish as part of your mirror specification.
Can Mirrors Be Installed On Plaster, Brick Or Concrete Walls?
Yes, on suitable walls. We choose the fixing approach for the wall surface, mirror size and site conditions, and identify any preparation needed before installation.
Can You Install Mirrors If My Wall Is Uneven?
Often, but mirrors are flat and cannot follow a significantly bowed wall without affecting the reflection. We assess irregularities and explain whether wall preparation or backing by another trade is needed before installation.
Power Points, Skirting Boards & Wall Obstacles
What If I Have Power Points Or Switches On The Mirror Wall?
We plan around power points, switches and other fixtures. Starting the mirror above a low power point may be practical. If a fixture sits within the proposed mirror area, relocation by an appropriate tradesperson may give a cleaner result than a cut-out. We discuss the options before the panels are made.
Can Mirrors Be Installed Above Skirting Boards?
Yes. Raised mirrors are common in gyms and studios. We consider the skirting height, viewing position and room layout when recommending where the panels should start.
Can You Work Around Columns, Fixtures And Unusual Wall Shapes?
Yes. We can plan panels around columns, doors and other fixtures, and arrange custom sizes or shapes where needed. Photos and approximate measurements help us identify these details early.
Custom & Shaped Mirrors
Can You Make Curved, Arched Or Rounded-Corner Mirrors?
Yes. Arched mirrors, curved edges and radius corners are available for suitable projects. Tell us the style you want and send reference photos so we can discuss the design and manufacturing requirements.
Should I Choose 4 Mm Or 6 Mm Mirror?
The thickness depends on panel size, location, installation method and site conditions. Send us your dimensions and photos; we can recommend 4 mm or 6 mm mirror for the project rather than expecting you to choose from a general size rule.
Gym & Pilates Mirrors
Do You Supply And Install Gym Mirrors?
Yes. We supply and install mirrors for commercial gyms, home and garage gyms, PT studios, boxing and martial arts spaces and workplace gyms across Melbourne. We plan practical panel sizes with carefully aligned joins for a consistent finish.
Do You Install Pilates And Reformer Studio Mirrors?
Yes. We work with small private Pilates rooms and larger reformer studios, including standard mirror walls and suitable shaped designs. Tell us about reformer positions and class schedules so these can be considered in the layout and installation planning.
Will There Be Joins Between Mirrors On A Large Wall?
Usually. Long mirror walls are commonly made from multiple panels. We plan the layout and carefully align the joins with consistent spacing so the wall looks balanced while the panels remain practical to transport and install.
We use specialist laser levelling to set out mirror walls, precisely align panels and achieve clean, consistent joins.
Delivery, Pickup & Access
Do You Offer Mirror Pickup?
Yes, from Burwood. Confirm the panel sizes, vehicle suitability and collection arrangements before pickup. Ask us what handling and transport arrangements are needed for your order.
Do You Deliver Mirrors?
Local Melbourne delivery is available for suitable orders. For an installation project, the quote sets out the agreed delivery and installation scope. For supply-only orders, confirm delivery availability and cost before ordering.
Can You Install Mirrors Upstairs Or In Apartments?
Yes, where suitable access is available. Include stair and lift dimensions, narrow hallways, parking and loading restrictions in your enquiry. Access can affect panel sizes and the installation plan.
Our Sixtwo Pilates project in Doncaster shows how we planned nine mirror panels around a tight second-floor stairwell.
What Should I Do Before Installation Day?
Clear the agreed working area of furniture and equipment and keep the access route available. Let us know about parking, loading times, classes or other activities that affect access so we can plan the visit with you.
How Long Does Mirror Installation Take?
Timing depends on panel quantity, wall preparation, access and layout. Many smaller installations can be completed in one visit; larger or more complex projects may need more time.
Tell us your opening date or class timetable. We can discuss the sequence and expected working time when quoting, so you can plan around the installation.
Can I Return Custom-Cut Glass Or Mirrors?
Because most glass and mirrors are custom cut or made to order, we do not accept returns for change of mind or incorrect customer-supplied measurements. If we supply an item that does not match the agreed specifications, or it otherwise fails to meet an applicable consumer guarantee, contact us promptly so we can arrange an appropriate remedy. Read our Returns & Refunds policy.
Do You Deliver to Rural Victoria or Interstate?
Our four-value-mirror free-delivery offer applies only to the approved Victorian delivery postcodes. It does not apply to other Victorian postcodes or to any other state or territory.
For rural or country Victoria and interstate delivery, contact Speedie Glass for a list of couriers who can provide you with quotes.
Couriers who have previously worked with us have delivered to rural and country Victoria for approximately $200–$400, and interstate for approximately $400–$500. These are approximate past examples only, not formal quotes or guaranteed prices. Ask the courier for a current quote for your mirror sizes, quantity and destination.