DIY Arched Scallop Wooden Bathroom Mirrors

Check out these DIY arched scallop wooden mirrors I just made for a bathroom makeover on a budget! If you’re looking for a way to take your bathroom redo up a notch, this scalloped mirror frame project is for you! Ready to get trendy? Let’s go!

Supplies Needed:

• Wood (I am using white oak, 1″ thick)
• Wood Glue
• Stain (Minwax Wood Finish Water-based Solid Stain, in Dark Walnut)
• Finish (Fiddes & Sons Furniture Supreme Wax Polish, in Antique Brown)

Tools Needed:

• Clamps
• Dewalt Drill
• Dewalt Jig Saw
• Dewalt Saw Blade Set
• Dewalt Router
• Diablo 1/2 in. Height Rabbeting Router Bit
• Drum Sanders for drill
• Dewalt Orbital Sander

Print out your scalloped template

Print out the scalloped frame template HERE. The overall mirror size is 28 1/2″ wide by 36″ tall. Each square on the PDF represents a US Letter size paper (8.5 in x 11 in). Assemble the template pattern pieces and tape together. Cut around the scalloped borders. Now your template is ready.

UPDATE: Here is a full size numbered PDF template and another single page numbered PDF template. Print out the single page numbered PDF template on US Letter size paper (8.5 in x 11 in). And then, just like a puzzle, reference full size PDF for how to put together the single pages (or just put them together numerically).

Cut out and assemble your wooden frame pieces

I chose to use this gorgeous white oak wood to make the frames. White oak wood has a high density and excellent hardness, making it a sturdy wood choice for these DIY scalloped framed mirrors!

Here is a breakdown of how I cut my wood. The measurements are based on the inside length of the board. I used true 1″ x 8″ boards for the two top boards and then true 1″ x 4″ boards for the bottom three boards.

Assemble everything together with wood glue and clamps. I found it easiest to clamp onto a hard surface and let it set. And now we have our basic frame!

Trace and cut out the scalloped border

Lay the scalloped border template onto the wooden frame. Tape down, then trace.

I used my Dewalt Jig Saw to cut around the entire border, giving it the scalloped edge. I highly recommend using a fresh blade!

Then I sanded around the entire scalloped border to smooth out the rough edges. These drum sander drill bits came in really handy for sanding all of the curves. They can be used with any power drill. And of course, I did a thorough sand on the fronts with my Dewalt Orbital Sander.

Route a groove for your mirror

After sanding, I used my router to cut out a groove for the mirror. I used a Diablo 1/2 in. Height Rabbeting Router Bit to achieve this type of cut groove. This stabilizes and gives more support to the mirror— letting it rest along an inner lip to hold it into place. Think of the way glass sits in a picture frame! Then once again smoothed out any rough spots with my sander.

Staining the Scalloped Frame

I used Minwax Wood Finish Water-based Solid Stain in the color Dark Walnut. Apply an even coated the wooden frame. I ended up doing two coats to darken it just a bit more until it was the color I was looking for. I opted to finish it with a Fiddes & Sons Furniture Supreme Wax Polish in the Antique Brown color versus a polyurethane, but either will work. Check out this smooth finish, too!

Insert Mirror into Frame and Prepare for Hanging

Time to get these mirrors finished up! I flipped the frames over, inserted the mirror, attached adhesive all over the mirror back and topped it with 1/8″ particle board. I used a basic french cleat to install them over our bathroom vanity.

The finished scalloped bathroom mirrors

What do you think? Was it worth it? Will you give it a try? I love how the dark wood looks with the light fixtures and the dried hydrangeas! You can also check out this story on instagram and I’d love for you to follow along for more DIY adventures! I’ve got so many projects to share with you in 2024!

Project Sources

Wood Glue | Minwax Wood Finish Water-based Solid Stain, in Dark Walnut | Fiddes & Sons Furniture Supreme Wax Polish, in Antique Brown | Clamps | Dewalt Drill | Dewalt Jig Saw | Dewalt Saw Blade Set | Dewalt Router | Diablo 1/2 in. Height Rabbeting Router Bit | Drum Sanders for drill | Dewalt Orbital Sander

Room Sources

SAFAVIEH Sawyer 3-Light Brass Gold Indoor Sconce | Kohler Numista 4 in. Centerset 2-Handle Bathroom Faucet in Vibrant Brushed Moderne Brass | Kohler Numista Single-Handle 3-Spray Wall-Mount Tub and Shower Faucet in Vibrant Brushed Moderne Brass | Stoneware Soap Dispenser | Stoneware Toothbrush Mug | Spa Bath Towel – Threshold Signature™ | 5.5-in x 12-ft Polar White MDF Shiplap Wall Plank | Loloi Magnolia Home by Joanna Gaines x Sinclair Collection SIN-01 Area Rug Pebble/Taupe | Cole & Son Alma Buff & Gold Wallpaper | Vida Vessel | Brass Cup Pull

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