To hang a picture properly, start by deciding the placement, ideally with the middle of the picture at eye level (around 57-60 inches from the floor). For a single picture, place it centered on the wall or adjust if hanging above furniture. Steps to hang a picture:
- Measure the distance from the top of the frame to the hanging hardware.
- Mark the wall where you want to hang the picture, using a level to ensure straight placement.
- Choose appropriate hooks or nails depending on the wall type and picture weight (e.g., two-pin hooks for light pictures, wall anchors or studs for heavy pictures).
- Hammer nails or install hooks at the marked spots.
- Hang the picture and adjust for level if needed.
For perfectly straight pictures, a useful hack is to put painters tape on the back of the frame marking the nail spots, then place the tape on the wall level before hammering in nails. For heavier or multiple pictures, use a stud finder and spaced hooks to ensure secure hanging. For no-nail options, adhesive strips or hooks work well for lightweight frames. This method works for different wall types including plasterboard and brick, with weight and wall condition dictating the best fixing method.
