Simple Guide to Hanging Wall Art

Discover a simple method for mounting artwork on a wall easily.

Recently, I viewed a funny clip of Ellen demonstrating "life hacks." Are you aware of what life hacks entail? She defined them as "tricks or suggestions to simplify your daily existence."

Hello, ladies, I have a helpful life hack to share with you today.

It will truly impress you! :)

This idea originated from something I saw on Pinterest, naturally. However, it required a thin piece of wood that I lacked, so I devised my own modification.

If you are anxious about putting a hole in the wrong spot when hanging art, this guide is perfect for you!

Mounting Artwork on Walls

This is the most straightforward method possible!}

Items Required for Hanging a Picture or Painting

a picture equipped with a saw-tooth hanger;
a thumbtack
a piece of stiff material such as cardstock or cereal box cardboard
a small nail
a hammer

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The Clear Sequence for Hanging Artwork

1. Place the thumbtack near the edge of the stiff paper strip.

a frame with sawtooth hanger with a strip of paper with a thumbtack in it where the nail will need to go (how to hang a picture on the wall)

2. Slide the paper beneath the saw-tooth hanger.

Close up of the thumbtack and paper under the sawtooth hanger (how to hang a picture on the wall)

3. Align the thumbtack in the middle of the saw-tooth hanger.

Woman holding up frame to figure out placement on wall. (how to hang a picture on the wall)

4. While holding the paper strip steady at the front, place the picture where you wish it on the wall.

Woman pressing frame against the wall to mark where to hammer in the nail. (how to hang a picture on the wall)

5. After positioning, press the picture firmly against the wall.

Tiny hole in the wall marking where the nail should go (how to hang a picture on the wall)

The thumbtack will create a minute mark indicating the exact spot for the nail! how to hang a picture on the wall

6. Tap the nail into the mark left by the thumbtack.

7. Secure the picture onto the nail.

8. Take a moment to celebrate your success! :)

Additional advice for securing artwork on drywall surfaces:

Securing a Picture Using 2 Hangers on Drywall
DIY Guide to Hanging a Gallery Wall Over a Sofa
Instructions on mounting a sizable canvas onto a wall
Guidance on affixing substantial items to a wall

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