Two Way Mirror - 8"x10" Framed

8"x10" Framed See-Through Two Way Mirror

(Other sizes are available in our eBay Store)

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Product Details

• 1/8" optical grade acrylic coated with a two way mirror finish.
• Also known as a one way mirror, see through mirror, mirropane, 1-way, 2-way, etc.
• Two way mirrors look like a mirror from one side and a window from the other side.
• The same mirrors as seen in post offices, banks, and department stores.
• You can only see through the mirror when the area you are looking from is darker then the area you are looking into. Works best when there is no light on the viewing side. When the light is equal on both sides it appears as a mirror but you can also see through to the other side.
• Can be used to hide a plasma or LCD television. Our eBay Store has information and pricing.
• Camcorders and VCR remotes work through the mirror.
• May be framed to blend in with room.
• Made in the United States. Our mirrors are not cheap knockoffs.
• Quantity discounts available.
• Shipped discretely in an unmarked package. Return address does not include any reference to see through mirrors or security products.
• Easily cut to any size you need.
• Product arrives within 3 business days.
• Also available upon request: 1/4" double thickness acrylic

Applications

• Ideal for hidden television, TV in the bathroom.
• Surveillance for a store, show room, warehouse, office, daycare, or bank.
• Home security, nanny-cam.
• Door peephole.
• New housing projects, home improvements.
• Animal cages: fish tanks, bird feeders, etc.
• Computer case modding.
• Infinity mirror projects
• Interrogation of suspects.
• The perfect gift for someone who already has everything. 

Frequently Asked Questions

• How does a two way mirror work?
  A two way mirror is a semi-transparent film of aluminum deposited on an acrylic substrate. The allows a percentage of the light to pass though while reflecting the remainder.
  
  Everyone has seen a television show or movie in which a criminal suspect is questioned while detectives watch from behind a one-way mirror. Why doesn't the "criminal suspect" see the detectives in the next room? The answer lies in the lighting of the two rooms. The room in which the glass looks like a mirror is kept very brightly lit, so that there is plenty of light to reflect back from the mirror's surface. The other room, in which the glass looks like a window, is kept dark, so there is very little light to transmit through the glass. On the criminal's side, the criminal sees his own reflection. On the detectives' side, the large amount of light coming from the criminal's side is what they see. In many ways, it's the same as if people were whispering in one room while a loud stereo played in the other. The sound of the whisper might carry into the room with the stereo, but it would be drowned out by the intensity of the music.
  If the lights in the room with the mirror are suddenly turned out, or the lights in the observation room suddenly turned on, then the one-way mirror becomes a window, with people in each room able to see those in the other. You can see this effect in any mirrored office building at night -- if the light is on in an office, you can see into the office just fine.
• What is the difference between a one way mirror and a two way mirror?
  They are two different terms for the same thing. A "one way" mirror is technically just a regular mirror. Many people often use the term when they really mean "two way" mirror. A one way mirror only reflects light one way--back at the viewer. A two way mirror is a mirror you can see through. In other words, light strikes the surface and goes two ways: back at you and towards the observer on the other side.
• Are these the same mirrors I've seen in movies and on TV?
  Yes, they are the exact same type. In fact, you may have been seeing mirrors we've sold to the movie studios.
• What advice do you have for using a two way mirror for hiding a television?
  Our two way mirrors are specially designed for high performance with  hidden LCD and plasma TVs. You will want to use a television that is relatively bright, because about 75% of the light will be going through the mirror. The room should be lit with dim ambient lighting or be pitch black, to minimize glare on the surface of the mirror. Your television should be mounted flush against the mirror so there are not reflections going on between them. It's a good idea to order a product sample from us first to see how it works for you before investing in a larger custom size piece.
  Furthermore, you will want to make sure that no water will touch the coated side, because it can cause permanent damage if left for more than a few minutes. No damage will occur if water touches the non-coated side instead.
• What glue should I use with acrylic?
  We recommend epoxy for a permanent bond. From our experiences, many other glues don't provide a good long-term bond. We sell tan colored opaque epoxy in our eBay Store.
• What's the largest size you're able to sell?
  48"x96"
• Can the mirrors be used outside?
  Yes. If you are using the mirror outside, you'll want it to be well-protected from the elements to prolong the life of the mirror. They can be cut to size to replace existing panes of glass (be sure to tell us if you need 1/8" or 1/4" thickness when you contact us for a quote). You may want to install it in a way so that with time it can be replaced at some point in the future, because they scratch easily. Consider placing a regular piece of acrylic or glass over it, to protect the two way mirror. The side facing the outdoors should be the non-coated side, because the coated side is sensitive to water.
• What should I use to clean the surface of the mirror?
  For dust and lose debris, use canned air (computer duster). For smudges, fingerprints, and stains you can use LCD cleaning wipes (the Belkin brand is found in most stores like Wal-Mart). Even better, you can use 50% alcohol solution (eyeglasses cleaner) and non-streak wipes (a special type of paper towels). Drying should be done with as soft a cloth as possible to prevent scratching. If you want to be sure the surface won't be scratched, you can blow off excess water or cleanser from the surface with compressed air. We sell spray and wipes as a cleaning kit on our main page. We don't ship compressed air because it's against postal regulations.
• How can I buy a framed mirror of a different size?
  For now, we only sell standard picture frame sizes. However, it should be easy for you to get a custom frame made at a local picture frame store. Buy the mirror first before having the frame made, so that the frame can be made to fit perfectly.
• What is the "fingernail test" urban legend?
  An e-mail hoax circulating around the net reads that your girlfriends, wives, etc. should be careful at department stores, because a lot have two way mirrors installed. If there's no gap between your fingernail and the mirror, it's a two way mirror. Obviously this e-mail is untrue, because a properly installed two way mirror has the non-coated side closer to the viewed subject. Thus, it will appear exactly like a regular mirror when you hold your fingernail against it. The best way to detect a two way mirror is with a laser pointer or good flashlight. Holding it against the surface of the mirror, you will be able to see the beam of light go through.
• Does it matter which side is facing outwards?
  There is no difference in which side faces in or out when using the mirror, however, the side with the clear plastic coating is the non-coated side of the mirror. If you want to protect the mirror coating form being scratched off, you will want to protect the side that didn't have the clear plastic on it. For example, if the mirror is being used with a camera, place the side which did not have the clear plastic coating on the same side as the camera. This way, if the mirror is scratched on the other side (not the camera side), it will only result in a scratch in the mirror and the two-way affect will still be working. 
• Do you have any tips for using them with camcorders?
  After the mirror coating is applied on the clear acrylic at the factory, the clear finish is sprayed over the aluminized coating, forming a lattice structure. Even though this lattice structure is small, a good camera with an auto focus may try to focus on it. When this happens, the picture is similar to looking through a screen-door. To avoid this, position the camera as close as you can to the mirror (at most 1-2 inches), but not against the mirror so the auto focus will tune-in on the images coming through the mirror rather then on the mirror itself.

Shipping & Handling

The shipping cost is automatically calculated when you buy our products, based off the weight and your location relative to Toledo, Ohio. You can view the pricing and options if you scroll down the page to "Shipping and handling."

Please note that we ship using FedEx, not UPS. If you prefer USPS Priority Mail, just mention this in the comments box when paying via PayPal.

If you live in Hawaii, Alaska, or a US territory outside the 48 states, you can contact us for Priority Mail and Express Mail rates. If you select standard ground delivery, we will automatically ship via Priority Mail and refund the difference in price.

Payment

We accept verified PayPal, checks, money orders, and cash.
Money orders purchased from outside the United Sates must be international money orders in $US.

All payments are expected promptly, within one week of purchase. Positive feedback is appreciated and reciprocated.

Contact

Feel free to contact us through eBay. All questions are answered within 24 hours.
To speak with a sales representative, please call 419-787-4526.

Disclaimer

You are responsible for knowing and following the law when using a two way mirror. By purchasing a mirror from us, you agree that Reflective Security, LLC, and our employees are in no way liable for misuse of the mirror. All original text on this page is Copyright 2008 Reflective Security, LLC. All Rights Reserved.