How To Hang A Heavy Framed Mirror On The Wall

To install drill a pilot hole then insert the anchor and tap or screw it into place flush against the wall.

How to hang a heavy framed mirror on the wall.

Mark the location of the top edge and the center of the frame. Ask your assistant to hold the mirror against the wall at the desired height then slip your hand behind the mirror to. Note if you ve used wood glue to secure the mirror s cleat be sure to wait until the glue is completely dry before hanging the mirror. If you re hanging a heavy mirror on drywall without the support of a stud you need drywall anchors that can bear the weight of your mirror.

You simply push and twist the device to insert it into the wall. Gradually reduce your hold on the mirror until it is fully supported by the cleat. Lift the mirror into place and lock the two cleat hooks together. Usually you position the top cleat at the top of the frame make shallow holes and attach it with the included screws.

Check out sleeve expansion anchors for lighter weights. In fact installing a monkey hook is so easy you do not even need any tools aside from a tape measure and pencil for proper positioning. Just follow the package directions. Hold the mirror against the wall at the desired position.

Place a scrap piece of wood that is approximately half as long as the mirror is wide underneath the hanging wire on back of the frame. You can also use metal cleats to hang mirrors with sturdy frames. Make a pencil mark on the wall at the height you wish to suspend the mirror. Set the mirror down.