The duct tape will limit the amount of glass that drops if the mirror shatters.
Removing wall mirror in bathroom.
Dress appropriately to prevent any injuries.
To remove your bathroom mirror from your wall here are three major steps that can be followed.
When you get near the bottom of the mirror support it from the top to prevent the whole mirror from popping off at once.
Cover the mirror with duct tape.
Using a pry bar begin gently pulling the glass away from the wall.
Dress in long sleeves long pants and work boots to protect skin.
With another shim beneath your pry bar to protect the wall gently begin working the bar behind the glass.
Maintain a steady pressure and listen for the drywall paper tearing loose from the wall.
Use a blow dryer to soften the glue.
Gently work along the top and sides of the mirror releasing a little bit at a time.
Gently insert wooden shims in the gaps between the mirror and the wall.
Safely get rid of floor to ceiling mirror to reveal ready to paint drywall following this step by step.
Continue to use steady pressure and work along the sides of the mirror.
Spread a heavy.
Protect the sink area.
Prepare your work area for easier cleanup later.
You can also use a small heat lamp.