Mirror removal

[ageless]

I am considering a 48c Hatteras that has the most ridiculous amount of mirrors I have ever seen. Almost the entire master V berth,head, and galley is mirrors from wall to ceiling, even the damn electrical outlet covers are mirrored. I have read the head cabinet mirror removal threads but was looking for any insight into if others have tackled such a job. The boat is absolutely stunning from the exterior but entry produces an exceptionally overwhelming feeling of vainness. No doubt, several 100's of pounds would be removed without the mirrors, the majority are 3/8-1/4" thick

 

[davidwigler]

I feel your pain. Heat gun to the mirror softens the glue. Hopefully the paneling had a good finish that didn't soak up the glue. Most of mine came off nicely.

 

[Walter P]

I had a similar problem when I bought my 48 MY about 15 years ago. I had little problem removing the mirrors but the adhesive left distinctive marks on the wood so I had to replace the 1/2" afromosia plywood or re-veneer. PITA job and would probably cost a few boat bucks to have the job done professionally. Unless you're a skilled "paper hanger" of sorts, you may want to get someone who can do the job right and bite the bullet with your check book. The amount of work and time would have been better spent on my own business. The job came out well but I'll never do another like it. Much cheaper to pay for it.

Walt

 

[SEVEN]

It could have been glued down but then again they could have used two faced mirror adhesive tabs. If that is the case you may be in luck. If so they come apart with leverage. Start at an edge and see if you can pry it away from the wall. The mirror may break which will show what type of adhesive was used. Wear eye protection, heavy jacket and gloves to protect yourself. If they are the tabs use a putty knife and cut right thru them. Once you get leverage you can just pull the mirror away from the wall. Be careful

 

[bobk]

It could have been glued down but then again they could have used two faced mirror adhesive tabs. If that is the case you may be in luck. If so they come apart with leverage. Start at an edge and see if you can pry it away from the wall. The mirror may break which will show what type of adhesive was used. Wear eye protection, heavy jacket and gloves to protect yourself. If they are the tabs use a putty knife and cut right thru them. Once you get leverage you can just pull the mirror away from the wall. Be careful

Add shoes to the safety apparel list.

Bobk

 

[mykim]

I am considering a 48c Hatteras that has the most ridiculous amount of mirrors I have ever seen. Almost the entire master V berth,head, and galley is mirrors from wall to ceiling, even the damn electrical outlet covers are mirrored. I have read the head cabinet mirror removal threads but was looking for any insight into if others have tackled such a job. The boat is absolutely stunning from the exterior but entry produces an exceptionally overwhelming feeling of vainness. No doubt, several 100's of pounds would be removed without the mirrors, the majority are 3/8-1/4" thick

We just bought a 65' C. It has the same issues with "mirror world" down below. Also has Ostrich wall paper on everything. Underneath all these mirrors and paper is teak veneer. Big job, but it's all coming off as well.