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Hanging art above the bed....

13 years ago

I originally was searching for an old mantel mirror to use above the bed like I saw on a RMS photo. It's not something I'm looking for anymore and I'm trying to use stuff I already have.

I was going to hang a hunt print above our bed. I do really like the print and so far it doesn't have a spot to hang. It's about 5lbs. Would it be ok to use an Ook hanger? I have a 30lb hanger here ready to go. That type still only uses 1 nail but it's thicker than the lighter weight hangers.

I never bother to find studs for anything. If I can't get away with a small nail I'll use a wall anchor and screw. I usually end up making more than one hole to get it right (even with template I make) and I have a miserable time getting the anchors out if I need to. I've used the Ook hangers but only lighter weight stuff.

I wasn't worried about putting stuff above my head but now that I'm ready to do it.....

Earthquakes aren't a problem here.

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sashasmommy
13 years ago
I would imagine that the wall hangers that kind of leverage against the wall would be plenty strong for a 5 lb painting.
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13 years ago
While I was looking at Ook's site, I saw I bought the the "bendless nails" kind that states "will not bend on hard wall surfaces. Ideal for brick and concrete walls. 1", brass plated nail".

I'm guessing I'll be ok since I have drywall and this picture isn't heavy.
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PawPawPrints
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You should be fine. If you are worried about the stability of your hanger, use a stud-finder to locate the stud. A nail in a wall stud will be just fine for a five lb. painting.

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