Now that you have taken the time to select and assemble your picture frame you are ready for the important job of hanging your picture frame on the wall. Hanging a picture frame isn't hard, but there are a few important steps that you should do before you start that will help you save some time. This article will walk you through the different ways to hang your picture frame and give you some important steps to make hanging your frame easier.

Ways to Hang Your Frame
There are basically three ways to hang your picture frame - screws, nails, or adhesives.

Nails
The most common way to hang photo frames is with finishing nails. Finishing nails are simple to install and won't create a huge hole in your wall like screws. Hammer the nail in at a 45 degree angle and, if possible, into a stud.  If you’re hanging heavy or large picture frames, it’s important to put the nail in a stud. Never attempt to hang your picture frame with a nail that's only secured into sheetrock as it won't likely hold and could damage your picture frame. If you don't know how to locate a wall stud, the best way is to use a stud finder (available at any hardware store).

Screws
Anytime you have to hang a picture frame on concrete, stone or brick, you need to use screws as nails will simply fall out. Screws make larger holes so you generally don’t use them on a regular sheet rocked wall. To secure screws into concrete or brick you need to pre-drill a hole in the rock wall using a mason drill bit the size of the screw. You can also use a screw anchor to help properly secure the screw in the wall.

Adhesives
The third method for securing a hanging wall frame is with the use of adhesives. They are simple and quick and don't require any holes in the wall. Adhesives, like 3M’s Command Strips, are available in Velcro and hooks and are becoming increasingly more popular. Always read the instructions carefully as the weight limitations and instructions must be closely followed.  Hanging small picture frames with adhesives works best, but some adhesives will hold up to 5 pounds. If the picture is too heavy for the adhesive to hold, you could damage your picture so use with caution.

Your next step, after deciding how to hang your wall frame, is to decide where your frame should be hung.

Hanging Your Wall Picture Frame

When hanging your picture frames on the wall, it is best have someone help you with this step. You can have your helper hold the frame at different heights and positions on the wall so you can find the right spot. If you're not sure of how high to hang your picture frame, you generally want to hang it around eye level or about 3/4 of the way up the wall.

If you’re hanging multiple wall picture frames, it’s best to decide upon the spacing of each frame before you start hanging them on the wall. Hanging multiple frames can be tricky so to make your wall look coordinated and well put together, arrange them on the floor until you’re satisfied with the look. For best results, follow these steps:

1. Measure the wall area where the picture frames will hang.
2. Take a string and outline the measured wall space on the floor.
3. Carefully place your frames on the floor (on top of a blanket or towel if there's no carpet) and arrange them until you're satisfied.
4. Once you have the right placement on the wall then transfer this placement on the wall. If at all possible, get someone to help you with this step. If you have an empty wall with nothing hanging there, begin to hang your picture frames by starting in the center of your arrangement and working outwards. If you have other things on the wall and don't have much space, then you should start on one side and work to the other end using the floor arrangement measurements.
5. Before placing the screw or nail, double check the back of the frame and see where the hanger is placed so you can properly position the frame at the height you want. And if you want to be sure your frames are straight, use a small level to double check.

Now with your new found knowledge of hanging picture frames, hopefully this will make the whole process a lot easier and prevent you from making a bunch of unnecessary holes.

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