Because drywall isn t very sturdy you must be careful about hanging pictures and art from a spot that doesn t have a stud.
Hanging pictures on walls without studs.
Most are made of plastic but metal spiral anchors are.
Since your picture will sag on the wire you ll need to make allowance for this sag when you mark your fastener spot.
If your picture or mirror will be hanging from a picture wire find the center of the wire hold it against the wall where you wish to place your picture hook and place a light pencil mark there.
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When you don t have a stud.
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Then you can hang your picture.
A wall anchor is a safe alternative as long as you use one that can support the weight you.
Hanging a picture shouldn t have to be so hard that you re worried about damaging your walls in the process.
Spiral anchors are quick and easy to install and ideal for hanging light to medium weight objects such as framed photos and small paintings.
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It s always best to hang heavy pictures from a wall stud but there isn t always one where you need it.
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