Hanging Picture From Top Of Wall

First you have the challenge of placing objects on a wall in a pleasing way.

Hanging picture from top of wall.

With groupings the largest frame is usually best in the center or at the center bottom. This technique is also useful for hanging pictures along a staircase. When hanging a photo you ll first want to determine where you want the pictures to go. Generally larger and darker pictures look better placed toward the bottom of a grouping.

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. The best way to hang pictures will vary from room to room but there is an art to hanging art. Pull up until the wire is taut and measure up to the top of the frame. Next turn the picture over and measure from the top of the frame to the point the picture will hang.

If you want to hang a group of pictures for a gallery wall hang the center of the grouping at 57 inches. Line up multiple frames from the center. Two pieces of string stretched taut between pushpins provide a guide for even spacing. Maybe you have an empty wall cleared for decor or just a small area above your dresser for the family photo once you ve determined the area to frame measure out the surface area you ll be working with along with the width and height of your picture.

Use a d ring on each side of a frame for secure picture hanging.