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Introduction to 2 Way
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2 way mirrors are often only seen as an invaluable surveillance tool
helping to save business thousands each year from theft and shopping
lifting. But 2 way mirrors have many uses other than just surveillance,
they are much more useful that that, as an observation tool, aiding
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- 3mm and 6mm Acrylic 2 Way Mirror
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- Also known as a one way mirror, see through mirror,
1-way, 2-way, etc.
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- Two way mirrors look like a mirror from one side and
a window from the other side when correctly lit.
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- The 2 way mirrors can be seen in post offices, banks,
Supermarkets and many other everyday locations.
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- 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.
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- Camcorders and infrared remotes work through the mirror.
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- Available framed to complement available backgrounds.
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- Standard and Made to measure sizes available in panels
and framed mirrors.
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- Standard sizes normal delivered within 7 days
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- Samples available on request
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| Our mirrors are manufactured to the highest quality,
providing optimum translucency and clarity. Specifically tailored for home,
office or workplace these 2 way framed mirrors and mirror panels are perfect
for all your security and science applications. What ever your needs our
mirrors provide a professional finish.
Our Mirror panels and framed mirrors are available in a number of standard
sizes for convenience, as well as custom made size for the more exacting
specifications. All mirrors come with complete installation fasteningss.
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| Standard Sizes |
3mm |
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6mm |
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| 400 x 500 mm |
| (20 x 16" approx ) |
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£ 29.00 |
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£ 41.40 |
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| 500 x 600 mm |
| (24 x 20" approx ) |
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£ 43.50 |
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£ 62.10 |
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| 750 x 500 mm |
| (30 x 20" approx ) |
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£ 54.40 |
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£ 77.60 |
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| 750 x 600 mm |
| (30 x 24" approx ) |
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£ 65.30 |
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£ 93.30 |
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| 900 x 600 mm |
| (36 x 24" approx ) |
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£ 78.40 |
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£ 111.80 |
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| Custom cut Sizes |
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| How a Two way Mirror Works |
A two-way mirror is often called a "one-way mirror" by
members of the general public. The misconception is that such a mirror
acts as a mirror from one side, and acts as a window (letting light through)
from the other side. Actually, the two-way mirror is letting about half
of the light through, and reflecting the other half of the light, from
both sides. it is also called a half-silvered surface, as just enough reflecting
metal film is deposited on the glass, so that about half of the light is
reflected.
So, why does a two-way mirror seem to behave like the two sides are different?
It behaves this way when one side is in the dark. Then almost no light
goes from the dark side to the light side, and almost no light is reflected
back from the dark side to the dark side. Most of the light comes from
the bright side. Plenty of light travels through the mirror, and plenty
of light is reflected back. To people on both sides of the mirror, the
light from the bright side overwhelms the light from the dark side. So,
people on the bright side see a mirror, and people on the dark side see
a window. See the diagram.
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| How do I use it ? |
It all depends on how you use it! Use it as a window in a light room
and it appears as a mirror so you won't even see the slightest shadow
behind. But when you turn on the lights from the observation side, the
mirror transforms itself into a clear sheet of acrylic There are 100’s
of possibilities, a few of which we’ve list below. But the bottom
line is, the uses are only limited by you imagination. |
| Large Wall Panel Mirrors / Studio Mirrors |
It has to blend.
Try to put an every day abject partially in front of the mirror. e.g. plant
or vase. This will take the casual eye away from the mirror as a whole.
It has to be properly lit.
The viewing area must be darker than the area to be observed for the special
mirror surface to work properly. The large the light difference the better
the result
It has to be securely hung on a well prepared wall
For framed mirrors, this avoids detection by simply lifting the mirror
up to reveal the observation area.
It has to be properly maintained.
Scratches in the surface can lead to light penetration through the 2 way
surface and ruin the overall effect. |
Applications |
• Surveillance
for a Shops, Showrooms, Warehouse, Office, Daycare, or Bank.
• Home security, Nanny-cam.
• Hidden television, TV in the bathroom.
• Door peephole.
• New housing projects, home improvements.
• Animal cages: fish tanks, bird feeders, etc.
• Computer case modding.
• Interrogation of suspects.
• Many more uses--however,
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Please note: Mirrorworld ONLY advocates the use of 2 way mirror products
for sound legitimate purposes |
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