But although it may seem easy hanging a picture properly is much more than a haphazard task.
Hanging level for pictures on the wall.
When hanging something at an average eye level position its center 57 to 60 inches from the floor.
Hold the picture where you d like to hang it on your wall.
See how to use hang level the picture hanging tool.
Anchors are available with hooks to hang pictures and with special hooks to hang mirrors.
Drive the pointed end into the drywall with a hammer.
The 57 inch standard is based on the average eye height of an adult and is the rule used to determine how high to hang pictures in museums and galleries.
Drive in the metal screw and hang the picture.
Use these heights as a starting point.
Don t leave measurements to guesswork when you are hanging pictures.
For most pictures the only other tools you ll need are a hammer a screwdriver and a carpenter s level preferably 24 inches long.
If you want your picture at eye level put it about 57 inches 140 cm up from the floor.
Then adjust the position of the picture to your liking and mark the top center with the corner of a sticky note.
If you want to hang a group of pictures for a gallery wall hang the center of the grouping at 57 inches.
Lick your middle knuckle and grab the hanger on the back of the picture with the wet finger.
Then screw the anchor into the wall with a standard screwdriver.
Here s how to hang pictures quickly and easily.
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It marks exactly where the nail or hook goes making it quick and easy to hang pictures.
Most experts recommend hanging a picture with its center about 60 in.
Here are five favorite tips for taking a one hole approach to hanging a picture on the wall.
Above a piece of furniture.
If you d like to make a gallery wall with multiple pictures you can arrange them in a random pattern to cover your entire wall at whatever height you d like.
Get out the tape measure and be exact.
Press your knuckle against the wall when the picture is exactly where you want it.
From the floor or bottom edge 6 to 8 in.