About 30 years ago I bought a large[26" X 56"], heavy [about 35 lbs.] antique mahogony-framedmirror at a second hand store for about $15. I planned to build astand for it and I'm finally getting around to the project.
I lookedonline for a design but could not find much, except for thislight-weight Shaker design http://www.woodstore.net/chshmi.html The mirror in this plan is 22" X51". What is the best way to strengthen the pieces and joints ofthis design so that it can handle the extra weight of my mirror? Iwas planning to use mahogony for the stand. Since my mirror is about10% larger, if I increase each piece and the mortise and tenon sizesby approximately 10% would that be enough? I'm especially concernedabout the length of the feet [20"], will that be enough to keepthe mirror stable when it swivels on the stand?
I'd appreciate anythoughts, ideas or alternative plans you can help me with.