There are many different types of metal accessories: photo and art frames, framed mirrors, candle holders, clocks and different types of decorative wall art. As the sizes of such things vary, their weight will vary also. The weight of a metal accessory hung on a wall is its most important characteristic when you are preparing to hang it up. Hanging hardware is available for light, medium-weight, and heavy objects. Using the correct hardware will ensure that the accessory will not fall off of the wall and become a safety hazard. Does this Spark an idea?
Instructions
1. Find the studs on the wall where you would like to hang the metal accessory. Mark their positions with a pencil dark enough so they will be easily found. Hold the metal accessory up to the wall; use a helper if the accessory is heavy. Have another helper choose the position of the accessory. Many metal accessories are designed with open framework. Use these open areas as hangers to avoid using other hangers that have to be fastened to the metal accessory. This is especially useful for heavy objects. Holding the metal accessory firmly in place, mark the wall where a nail can be placed into a stud in the framework. Remove the accessory from the wall.
2. Place a large nail into the wall for a heavy object at the pencil mark and let it protrude from the wall far enough to hold the accessory effectively. If multiple nails are needed to hold the object straight, pound them into the wall at this time.
3. Hold the accessory up to the wall again and hang it from the nails. If the nails need to be pulled out of the wall a little, put the accessory onto the floor, pull the nail out of the wall, and attempt to hang the accessory again. Step back to see if the accessory is hanging on the wall straight. Make adjustments as needed.
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