Hanging Hooks In Plastier Walls

Attach the adhesive hook to the wall.

Hanging hooks in plastier walls.

Plaster hooks or hanging picture hooks are a common solution for hanging pictures on plaster wall. Instead use a screw because they won t break the plaster wall. Place the insert in the hole and tap it into the hole with a hammer until the. As mentioned earlier avoid using nails on plaster wall because they will likely cause the drywall to crack.

One side of the adhesive square should be identified as the wall side and the other side should be labeled the hook side or picture side attach the wall side of the adhesive pad to the wall and press the hook on to the hook side of the pad. Screws and screws with masonry anchors for heavy items are your best choice for hanging things on plaster walls without picture rail. For lighter items simply screwing into the plaster with a 1 1 4 drywall screw is usually enough to get the job done. Adhesive picture hooks are the best way to prevent damage when hanging a picture but pre drilling the hole will usually prevent cracks and chips from forming as well.

130pcs picture hangers micobin premium photo frame hooks kit heavy duty picture photo picture hanging with nails for wall mounting picture wall hangers holds 10 100 lbs 4 6 out of 5 stars 155 11 29 11. Plaster walls have a tendency to crack and crumble if you attempt to hammer a nail directly into the wall. The best option mostly depends on the weight of the picture in question. Drill a hole the same diameter of the plastic plaster anchor insert if you are hanging in area without a wall stud.