How to tell if it's a two way mirro

louixo

Veteran Expediter
Charter Member
Here's how:

I thought it was quite interesting! And I know in about 30 seconds you're going to do what I did and find the nearest mirror.... Do you know how to determine if a mirror is 2-way or not? This is not to scare you, but to make you aware. A policewoman who travels all over the U.S. and gives seminars and techniques for businesswomen passed this on. When we visit toilets, bathrooms, hotel rooms, changing rooms, etc., how many of you know for sure that the seemingly ordinary mirror hanging on the wall is a real mirror, or actually a 2-way mirror (i.e., they can see you, but you can't see them)? There have been many cases of people installing 2-way mirrors in female changing rooms. It is very difficult to positively identify the surface by just looking at it.

So, how do we determine with any amount of certainty what type of mirror we are looking at? Just conduct this simple test: Place the tip of your fingernail against the reflective surface and if there is a GAP between your fingernail and the image of the nail, then it is a GENUINE mirror. However, if your fingernail DIRECTLY TOUCHES the image of your nail, then BEWARE, FOR IT IS A 2-WAY MIRROR!

"No Space, Leave the Place" So remember, every time you see a Mirror, do the "fingernail test." It doesn't cost you anything.

Remember: "No Space, Leave the Place"
 

Moot

Veteran Expediter
Owner/Operator
According to Snopes.com this is an urban legend.
snopes.com: Two Way Mirror Warning

I had mirror limo tint on the back windows of my old van. If you cupped your hands to block out the ambient light you could see in the van, even if it was dark inside the van.

Kurt Vonnegut called mirrors "leaks" because he mused that mirrors were a "leak" or portal to another universe. I believe him. Twice I have wandered into a parallel universe and one of those times involved mirrors. Another time I was on the cusp of a parallel universe, or maybe just the edge of infinity. But it involved truck mirrors and brand spanking new highly polished stainless steel tankers.

Both EB and WB rest areas on I-94 near Menomonie, Wisconsin have mirrors on two opposing walls that when viewed from the proper angle give one a glimpse into infinity. Well worth the price of admission!

As truck drivers how could we function without mirrors? Mirrors are our friends. Do not fear them. Just be careful with the number of mirrors and the placement. When in doubt about a certain mirror set-up, use a safety line properly grounded in this universe.
 

bluejaybee

Veteran Expediter
Moot, are you on or off of your medication at this time? I know this may be a little personal, but, just wondering. Sometimes I worry about you. Somedays you crack me up and other days, you scare me.
 

Moot

Veteran Expediter
Owner/Operator
BlueJay, don't worry about me. I'm fine and at home. Got a load in the morning. I had a blast interacting with the Trick-or-Treaters that came to my door last night.
 
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bluejaybee

Veteran Expediter
BlueJay, don't worry about me. I'm fine and at home. Got a load in the morning. I had a blast interacting with the Trick-or-Treaters that came to my door last night.

I bet they got a real treat from you! Ha!
 

Moot

Veteran Expediter
Owner/Operator
Both EB and WB rest areas on I-94 near Menomonie, Wisconsin have mirrors on two opposing walls that when viewed from the proper angle give one a glimpse into infinity. Well worth the price of admission!

Monday morning I stopped at the EB I-94 rest area at Menomonie. The mirrors (leaks) over the built-in shelf directly behind the sinks have been removed. No more glimpse into infinity. So sad. I did take a leak and no I didn't steal a mirror.
 

Moot

Veteran Expediter
Owner/Operator
Sorry, you will not find me on Snopes.com even though I am an urban legend. At least in my own mind.
 
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