How To Hang A Heavy Framed Mirror On The Wall

Lift the mirror into place and lock the two cleat hooks together.

How to hang a heavy framed mirror on 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. Mark the location of the top edge and the center of the frame. They should fit together like jigsaw pieces. Monkey hooks are simple devices that allow you to hang a mirror or other object on drywall easily.

Check out sleeve expansion anchors for lighter weights. 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. Gradually reduce your hold on the mirror until it is fully supported by the cleat. Hang a mirror using cleats.

Hold the mirror against the wall at the desired position. You can also use metal cleats to hang mirrors with sturdy frames. Just follow the package directions. To install drill a pilot hole then insert the anchor and tap or screw it into place flush against the wall.

You simply push and twist the device to insert it into the wall. Ask your assistant to hold the mirror against the wall at the desired height then slip your hand behind the mirror to. Set the mirror down. 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.