Really explosion-proof or IQ tax? What is the difference between explosion-proof mirrors and ordinary mirrors?
When choosing a full length wall mirror, many people will see the words "explosion-proof mirror" and "safety mirror", but many people are also confused:
"Will the mirror explode?"
"Is the explosion-proof mirror worth buying?"
Today we will figure out: What is the difference between explosion-proof mirrors and ordinary mirrors? Is it really necessary to buy it?ย
1. What is an explosion-proof mirror? The principle is revealed!
The so-called "explosion-proof mirror" is not actually to prevent explosions, but means that when the mirror is hit by external force or falls, large pieces of glass will not splash.
Its working principle is:
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A special explosion-proof film (PET or EVA material) is attached to the back of the mirror
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When the standing mirror breaks, the fragments will be sticked to the explosion-proof film and will not fly away
This is especially important in areas with children, pets or earthquakes/typhoons!
2. Ordinary mirror VS explosion-proof standing mirror: full-dimensional comparison
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Comparison dimension |
Ordinary mirror |
Explosion-proof mirror |
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Safety |
Fragile and splashing, there is a risk of cuts |
Fragments do not fall off after breaking, high safety |
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Cost |
Low |
Slightly higher (about 10~20% more expensive) |
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Weight |
Lighter |
Explosion-proof film adds a small amount of weight |
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Appearance difference |
No obvious difference |
Visually almost the same |
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Applicable people |
Adult living environment |
There are children, pets, high-rise families |
๐ Conclusion: If you have children or pets at home, or are worried about the risk of mirrors falling, explosion-proof mirrors are really worth buying!ย
3. How to judge whether the "explosion-proof mirrors" sold by merchants are real?
Many platforms say "explosion-proof mirrors", but in fact they may just be ordinary mirrors + gimmicks. Here are 3 ways to identify real explosion-proof mirrors:
ย โ Method 1: Check the back structure
- The back of a real explosion-proof mirror will be affixed with a completely covered explosion-proof film (white or transparent, looks like plastic)
- The back panel material is close to the mirror surface and cannot have a hollow feeling
ย โ Method 2: Check whether there is an "explosion-proof logo"
- Formal manufacturers will print "SHATTERPROOF" or "SAFETY MIRROR" on the mirror surface or in the manual
- You can also ask the customer service for explosion-proof certification photos (such as SGS testing)
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Method 3: Inquire whether it is a double-layer structure of "explosion-proof film + back panel
- Some low-priced mirrors only have one layer of "film", which is not truly explosion-proof
- The safest is the explosion-proof film + supporting back panel double structure
ย 4. Explosion-proof mirrors โ unbreakable! But if they break, they will not hurt people
Many people mistakenly believe that explosion-proof mirrors are "unbreakable". In fact, it is just "broken but not scattered", which belongs to the "physical buffer protection" type design.
โ The correct understanding should be:
> Explosion-proof mirrors will also break, but they will not hurt people, splash, or drop debris. Just like car glass, it can still maintain the overall structure after breaking.
This is very important protection for bedroom floor mirrors, wall mirrors, and children's room mirrors.
ย 5. In what scenarios must you buy explosion-proof arched floor mirror?
You may ask: "Don't every mirror need to be explosion-proof?"
Indeed, if it is hung in adult study high position, office wall and other areas, where people are not often close to the arched floor mirror, the explosion-proof design can be omitted.
However, it is strongly recommended to use explosion-proof mirrors in the following scenarios:
- ๐ง Children's room, parent-child family
- ๐ถ Family with pets such as cats and dogs
- ๐ข Floor-standing mirrors and standing mirrors against the wall
- ๐ช๏ธ High-rise residents, earthquake-prone areas
- ๐ชย ย Large mirror walls such as gyms and dance studios
โ Summary: Explosion-proof mirrors are not IQ taxes, but safe investments!
Although the price of explosion-proof mirrors is slightly higher, the invisible protection value it brings is far higher than the price difference itself. Especially now that many "long mirrors" and "floor-standing mirrors" on the market are placed in bedrooms or corridors, the risk of breaking once they fall to the ground is extremely high.
๐ Recommended further reading:
๐ [5 things you must know before buying a full-length mirror (Part 1)]
