I have plaster walls. Do I need to use a hook? I also live in LA and in case of an dearthquake do not want it to fall on my head. Please advise. Thanks.
2006-09-20 18:08:41 · 11 answers · asked by redrosepetal 4 in Home & Garden ➔ Do It Yourself (DIY)
Sure you can use a nail - just be sure the nail head is not so small and the poster backing not so thin and the picture not so heavy that the head of the nail is forced thru the picture backing.
A better option is using 2 nails, placed horizontally, about 1/4 the width of the frame in from each side. This makes it easier to keep the poster level - the wire is ran over both nails so the picture doesn't go sideways every time it gets bumped (it is Ok if the nails aren't perfectly horizontal from each other - you get some adjustment in the wire).
it also looks nicer. The top of the picture hangs out slightly more than the bottom, angeling it toward the viewer.
Just make sure you drive the nails in at an angle.
You may still want to consider buying hooks. they are pretty cheep. An alternative is to make larger holes with a long nail, then making hooks out of a heavy coat hanger. if you are concerneed about it falling, hooks are the way to go. Hooks will also be easier on the plaster on the walls.
2006-09-20 18:21:41 · answer #1 · answered by schester3 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Most poster frames ane not heavy at all. If your framed poster weighs less than 10 lbs, there shouldn't be a problem.
When putting the nail into a plaster wall, first put a small X on the wall with masking tape. The tape will prevent the wall from cracking. Then put your nail in at an angle. To help prevent the frame from moving, put little plastic "bumpers" on the bottom corners of the back of the frame. These will grip the wall and keep the frame in place.
2006-09-21 05:19:15 · answer #2 · answered by Atrsy 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
For a picture that large, use a toggle bolt. It will expand behind the wall and reinforce it. A nail may come lose and drop it on your head, not to mention the rip in the plaster. If you wish to move the picture later, simply knock the togglebolt through, and patch the hole. These are available in the hardware area of walmart very cheaply.
2006-09-20 18:17:30 · answer #3 · answered by Jeremy L 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
only nail if you know there is a stud directly behind it. If you know it is hollow than drill a hole and place a plastic anchor or use a toggle bolt. There is also a product, if you do not have a drill, where you can screw in a plastic anchor into the wall and then screw in a screw into the anchor. These will hold the poster frame. Go by Home Depot or Lowes and they will help you.
2006-09-20 18:21:28 · answer #4 · answered by buddhaboy 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
use screws or hook, but be sure that the screws or hook can take the weight of the picture, adjust the size of the screws to the size of the pic. dont use nails coz it would get easily take off from the wall, or it can also break ur wall.
hope this help.
2006-09-20 19:04:21 · answer #5 · answered by markus d 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
drill a small pilot hole a bit smaller the the nail you will use, then you can buy a package of picture hanging nails that has a looped end and the nail goes in at an angle for more support
2006-09-20 18:12:20 · answer #6 · answered by maxwell 1 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Use #6 screws and plastic anchors I would use 2 of them just be careful when you drill into the plaster that you don't make a hole larger then you need.
2006-09-21 16:08:19 · answer #7 · answered by Dave 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I think (personal opinion) that you can use a nail. But be sure the nail is in a wall stud, so it will provide more support.
2006-09-20 18:47:14 · answer #8 · answered by Bryan D 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
yes you can but, make sure the wire is thick enough and the nail on the wall is big enough to hold the picture.
2006-09-20 18:12:07 · answer #9 · answered by barbara p 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
See no reason why not. Just make sure the nail is in a stud.
2006-09-20 19:08:32 · answer #10 · answered by no nickname 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋