This mirror has a black powder coated finish on the outside which contrasts well with my interior paint (evening sky, throughout the house). It is incredibly heavy and finding studs is not optional! I like the way it looks hung up. Initially this was going over my bathroom vanity but it's way too small compared to the one I have up now and I'd have to find decorative fillers and I just don't feel like doing a bathroom remodel right now. So instead my daughter is using it above her dresser and she really likes it. Thankfully it's versatile enough to fit in anywhere.