Can a normal mirror be turned into a half-silvered mirror?

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I am trying to build a laser, and this is the 'genral forums' so i hope it is the richt one.

My question is can a normal mirror be turned into a half-silvered mirror in a process that can be done at home?
 

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My first thought is, No.
 
ok, guess I will have to find another way to obtain one

thanks though
 

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