How To Hang A Heavy Framed Mirror On The Wall

You can also use metal cleats to hang mirrors with sturdy frames.

How to hang a heavy framed mirror on the wall.

Gradually reduce your hold on the mirror until it is fully supported by the cleat. Monkey hooks are simple devices that allow you to hang a mirror or other object on drywall easily. Lift the mirror into place and lock the two cleat hooks together. They should fit together like jigsaw pieces.

Make a pencil mark on the wall at the height you wish to suspend the mirror. Hang a mirror using cleats. You simply push and twist the device to insert it into the wall. 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.

Check out sleeve expansion anchors for lighter weights. 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. Usually you position the top cleat at the top of the frame make shallow holes and attach it with the included screws. Hold the mirror against the wall at the desired position.

Just follow the package directions. Set the mirror down. Mark the location of the top edge and the center of the frame. 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.