I'd like some advice on the construction details for a mirror frame I'm making. The frame is a basic stile and rail frame, containing a recessed mirror.
The mirror is 30" x 36" x 3/16" so I was going to make the frame using 3/4" walnut with inside dimensions of 29.5" x 35.5", allowing for a 1/4" overlap for the mirror on all sides, resting in a 1/4" by 3/8" rabbet in the back of the frame. I would then run a bead of silicone around the perimiter of the mirror where it meets the inside edge of the rabbet. I also plan to route a keyhole slot in each rail to be able to flush mount the frame to a wall.
The questions I have:
1) Is the 1/4" x 3/8" rabbet wide and deep enough for the mirror?
2) Is silicone an acceptable way to secure the mirror to the frame or are there better options?
3) Are keyhole slots in the stiles a good way to flush-mount the frame?
Any input is appreciated.
The mirror is 30" x 36" x 3/16" so I was going to make the frame using 3/4" walnut with inside dimensions of 29.5" x 35.5", allowing for a 1/4" overlap for the mirror on all sides, resting in a 1/4" by 3/8" rabbet in the back of the frame. I would then run a bead of silicone around the perimiter of the mirror where it meets the inside edge of the rabbet. I also plan to route a keyhole slot in each rail to be able to flush mount the frame to a wall.
The questions I have:
1) Is the 1/4" x 3/8" rabbet wide and deep enough for the mirror?
2) Is silicone an acceptable way to secure the mirror to the frame or are there better options?
3) Are keyhole slots in the stiles a good way to flush-mount the frame?
Any input is appreciated.