How To Hang A Window Pane On A Wall

See how to hang them with french cleats and get some ideas on how to use the panes in your living room.

How to hang a window pane on a wall.

Learn how to repurpose and reuse old windows. Measure the desired height and make 2 marks on the wall that match the mirror s width. I originally bought some picture hangers for the back of each window that nailed into place. Like i mentioned before these windows are relatively lightweight and i usually hang them flush against a wall so i use the hooks and eyes with picture hanging wire to hang them.

Choose the height you want to hang the mirror then use a tape measure to measure the width of the mirror. When making a rustic window pane wall hanging think of yourself as the super hero known as the upcycler while wearing your handmade cape fashioned out of vintage grain sacks you save. See how to use lace as a stencil for a subtle and beautiful effect. Ok so thats what the wall looks like.

Use medium weight drywall anchors for heavier window panes. Old window pane wall decor by melissa woods posted on august 1 2014 april 5 2020 one of my readers and old classmates danielle contacted me a few months ago about helping her create a wedding present for her soon to be husband josh. Or hang it on any wall at normal window height to bounce light around the room. Mark the placement for the mirror s bottom edge on the wall.

I used a couple of different things depending on the size of the window. If your window pane art weighs less than 20 pounds hanging it on a common drywall or sheetrock wall requires only curved drywall hooks. Hang your mirror on the wall above a console dresser or buffet. The bottom edge of the mirror will line up with these 2 marks.

For a heavier window or one that hangs in a way that leaves it open to wind at the side or on the front of a porch for example i d use d rings and chain instead.