Only pretty, well-decorated walls are allowed hereno damaged walls!
When its done wrong, you get crooked frames, damaged walls, or awkwardly laid-out art.
To hang pictures correctly, you should be armed with the right tools and know-how.
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Morford says about 2 inches between photos is ideal.
Check the Back of the Frame
Just like people, not all frames are built the same.
Some have wire backing, others have sawtooth brackets.
A few have rings.
This will affect how you hang your art.
Then, Morford explains, For example, art with hanging wiresdecide where youd like your art to go.
Measure the same distance below the mark on your wall.
Firmly secure a nail, hook, or screw into a stud or anchor, then hang your art!
She adds that sawtooth Brackets allow for easy on-wall adjustment.
As for frames with rings, youll need two nails versus just one.
and wall plug anchors for heavy pieces.
Lovett recommends the brand OOK for their broad range of quality picture-hanging hardware.
She says, We love them.
They keep pieces in place even if a door slams.
Morford suggests leaning frames against the back of a chair, wall, or on a shelf.
Life hack: Many smartphones have a level function on them!
If you dont have a level tool handy, check out the measure tool on your phone.
Its a quick, handy, and accurate tool to get your frame just right.
