You’ve always wondered, when hanging a picture on the wall, how people manage to install it in the most horizontal way possible, that’s one thing, but above all how to do not make a hole in the wall. Because a hammer and nails can be a more than hazardous combination when you don’t know how to properly fill a hole in the wall. That’s why it may make sense to use a softer technique – especially if you live in a rental.
Whether you are an inveterate collector or have just acquired a few beautiful paintings for fun, decorating your walls with works of art can add personality and a touch of color to your home. Of course, finding a way to display each masterpiece can be tricky, especially if you’re worried about damaging your walls. So try one of the following 6 solutions.
1- The picture rail, the most elegant solution
Raise your head towards the ceiling, your home may have moldings that are not necessarily decorative. They can be designed to accommodate a hook, which remains the best way to hang objects on the wall without damaging it. If your house or apartment does not have moldings, you can decide to install a picture rail. This is a rail for paintings that is installed near the ceiling and which allows frames and works of art to be suspended by a thread, which may be nylon. The picture rail can support heavy loads such as imposing paintings or large mirrors.
2 – Adhesive tabs, the most suitable option
The fixing tabs have been designed specifically for this purpose: to support frames weighing several kilos without the need to first drill a hole in the wall. These adhesive tabs are used to hang shallow frames. It’s up to you to take photos of vacations and families to display on your walls to personalize your decor. You don’t need any nails or hammers to bring some warmth to your interior. Perhaps provide a level to confirm that your frame is straight before gluing it to the wall.
3 – Patafix-type adhesive pads, the most practical choice
This adhesive eraser, almost known to everyone, works miracles. Of course, it makes it possible to hang very light paintings, or even rather posters or photos. For quickly and neatly securing small items, this is the ideal choice. All you have to do is spread the adhesive paste well then press firmly between the object to be hung and the support. To remove these adhesive pads, which are repositionable, be delicate: pull gently while turning.
4 – Double-sided tape, the fastest way
Double-sided tape is also very effective for hanging small, relatively light objects on the wall, without drilling a hole. Use it to hang small frames. In general, it can be applied to many different surfaces such as plaster, wood, PVC, glass, etc.
5 – The adhesive hook, the most magnetic response
It arises anywhere. We think of it for a bunch of keys, for a tea towel, for clothing, so why not for a painting? They are not all magnetic, there are some with suction cups. It’s a solution like the previous ones: fast and nomadic. Of course, be sure to adapt the weight of the painting to the number of hooks used to hang it.
6 – Accessories, the key to not drilling into the wall
This painting would look great here on this wall. But after all, do you really need to hang it? Are there no other solutions? Very simple, just think about it.
an easel
You know what? Easels aren’t just for artists and their work in progress. Why not place one in a corner of your room to display a work that is very dear to you and thus avoid a hole in your wall?
Scale
Although ladders are usually kept outside or in a garage, you are free to divert their use and place one in one of your unused corners. Without a single nail, it becomes a very useful shelf as well as an artistic display.
A bookcase or shelves
Who said this piece of furniture should only show the edges of your favorite books? Put a framed photo or painting on the shelf closest to eye level – the place where you’re supposed to hang your artwork according to experts. This is enough to present a painting, if not to hang it, in the simplest way possible.
A counter
A bit like a credenza in a kitchen that follows the work plan, line up tables along a chest of drawers or counter type piece of furniture. Not only does it dress up your wall but it adds depth to your room.
Your fireplace mantel
Make the choice of a large full-screen painting on the mantle of your fireplace. Something to create a main point to catch the eye. You won’t even need to decorate your other walls as the one above your fireplace will look great.
Directly on the floor
Play the oversized artwork card. If your furniture allows it, that is to say if you have rather low furniture in your room, place your monumental work directly on the floor, against the wall. It is not likely to blend into the rest of the decor but on the contrary to be the centerpiece. Large paintings and works are yours!