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Many people when thinking about hanging pictures on the wall believe that this task can be quite painful. Perhaps because of the availability of time, the difficulty in working with nails or, also, the fear of the result not coming out as expected: a picture in the floor and a huge hole in the concrete.
On the other hand, leaving that corner of the house, formerly unsightly, now much more attractive, makes every effort worthwhile. Just follow the tips that we will give in this article and you will be more than ever, enabled to make your home more cozy and personalized!
How to align frames on the wall
To align your pictures on the wall, you will need the following materials:
- Pencil;
- Measuring tape;
- Nail, screw or other object to hold your frame;
- Hammer (if you use the nail);
- Drill (if you use the screw).
With all materials in hand, follow these steps to efficiently align your frames:
- See what the wall on which you will place the painting is;
- Make the measurements considering whether there is any furniture underneath or if it is just an empty wall;
- Use the pencil and make the necessary markings on the wall;
- Choose the methodology to be used to fix the painting on the wall;
- Clean the place;
- Ready! Your board can now be placed.
How to organize pictures on the wall
Photos, illustrations, paintings are great ways to transform the decor of any room. The choice of these can not only make a wall more beautiful, but also reveal a person’s personality. However it is important to think before hanging them, after all the chance of something not working is very great.
And the organization of paintings is always one of the biggest doubts of many people, there is a concern that they are not harmonious and do not complement the decoration of the house. In fact, if even astronauts can hang cards and photos in their booths, why wouldn’t you be able to?
Know that making these compositions are not difficult, just know that there are some possibilities for you to organize your paintings, through the Cartesian composition or the cloud type composition.
Cartesian composition
It is of the straight type and because it is easier to assemble, most people end up choosing it. The possible ways to organize it on the wall are:
- Symmetrical: all frames are aligned in the same position;
- Top aligned: the smaller frames are aligned with the upper edge of the larger one;
- Aligned from below: the smaller frames are aligned with the lower edge of the larger one;
- Symmetrical in rows: the tables are divided into two lines and aligned in the same position;
- Aligned on the outside: the frames have different sizes, but are aligned considering the entire outer perimeter of the set of frames;
- Aligned to the center: the frames of different sizes are aligned to the center line.
It is good to be aware that the paintings must be arranged at a height that is comfortable for the eyes. Therefore, the ideal is that the composition is approximately 1.50 meters from the floor. And if there is any furniture under the frames, the bottom edge should be, on average, 28 centimeters above it.
Cloud type composition
This is the most modern way, currently, to hang pictures, objects, illustrations and photos. The interesting thing is that the cloud-type composition accepts everything and can always be growing, it has this quality of being able to expand over the years.
The ways to organize it on the wall are:
- Clouds aligned with verticals: the frames are aligned from the vertical center;
- Cloud aligned with the central horizontal: the frames are aligned from the horizontal center;
- Cloud aligned below: the alignment of the frames is done by the bottom edge of one of the frames;
- Multiple alignment or cloud formation: the feeling is that there are no rules, but each frame is level with the neighbor, ending in finer points at the ends.
Regardless of the type of cloud you choose, always use old newspapers in your favor: cut them out of the sizes of your pictures and with a masking tape on the back, keep adjusting until you can see the composition of your taste. Then just hit the nail and hang your works!
How to put four pictures on the wall
To put four pictures on the wall, you will need to follow our tips:
- Separate the tables by size;
- To be successful in nailing them to the wall, place them on the floor in front of the wall where they will be placed;
- Remember that if there is a piece of furniture in place, always leave it at a distance of 25 centimeters;
- For organizing the tables, you can choose to align in Cartesian or cloud type composition;
- Have you chosen your type of composition? Get to work and time to nail them!
How to hang three pictures on the wall
To hang three pictures on the wall, you need to follow this step by step:
- Divide the tables by size;
- Already planning the placement, if there is space on your floor, spread them in front of the wall where they will be;
- Do not forget that if there is a piece of furniture underneath, you should leave it at least 25 centimeters away from it;
- To organize the three tables, be sure to see which of the topic’s alignments on the organization you will choose (suggestion: symmetrical Cartesian alignment is the most practical);
- Now all you have to do is pick up the hammer and nail and finish the process!
Hooks for hanging pictures on the wall
One of the big questions about hanging pictures is about the types of hooks to attach them to. But know that you don’t necessarily need to drill into the wall, as there are several practical and safe alternatives on the market:
- Double-sided adhesive tape;
- Velcro;
- Adhesive hooks.
What you should keep in mind when choosing one of the above, is to know through the instructions contained in the packaging the weight supported by each one of them. Another point in question, is to follow every step by step of the manufacturer to ensure a secure fixation of your frame.
However if you choose to drill into the wall, there is the option of screws or nails. Since the nail is the most suitable for small and light frames, in addition to being the most practical when placing it.
How to hang heavy pictures on the wall
Another very common question is how to hang heavy pictures on the wall, but don’t be afraid. You should consider some points like the ones below:
- If the painting has more than nine kilos, it may be that nails are not enough;
- Analyzing the weight of the painting, then one must consider what is the material that the wall is made of (brick, wood, plaster are the most common) and separate which tools will be used;
- Weigh the chart on a regular scale, using the correct weight information, you will be able to come up with an answer.
With all the information in hand, follow the step by step to place your heavy board:
- Mark the point on the wall where the painting will be hung (don’t forget to consider 1,60m from the floor or 25cm from the furniture below);
- If the frame is nine kilos or more, you will need to separate the anchor, screws or hooks;
- With the pencil, draw exactly where the screw will be fixed;
- Take the drill, make a hole in the same place marked above;
- Insert the chuck into the hole. Do not forget to evaluate, first of all, what size and thickness of the bushing;
- If the frame is very heavy, it is best to use a python or a hook. Fit the part to the bushing, screwing tightly. If necessary, use pliers as a support;
- Was the option by the python or the hook? Attach two connectors to the part and do not forget to leave them at the same height;
- Then cut the rope or wire used, considering a size slightly larger than the width of the frame and tie each end to a connector;
- Is the picture too heavy? Ask someone for help to help you hang your painting;
- Ready: hanging picture and, still, with an extra help!
Arrangement of paintings on the wall of the room
Through the tips given in the topic on organizing pictures on the wall, it is possible to assist in possible doubts about the arrangement of pictures on the wall of the room.
Still, because it is a room with so much importance for home, after all, it is a meeting place for the whole family and where we stay longer during the day, all possible doubts must be resolved. Therefore, we will take possible steps for you on how to compose the position of pictures on the wall:
- Try to understand what the decor of your room communicates. The type of environment influences your decision to choose the ideal frameworks;
- Decide the best location: the choice of where the painting will be is also a determining item;
- Think about the combination of colors, styles and whether or not there are frames on the pieces;
- Set the ideal size.
How to put pictures on the wall of the room
As discussed in the topics of organizing pictures, how to put four pictures and hanging three pictures, you will follow the instructions and tips, in addition to considering the steps already mentioned above in “placing pictures on the wall of the room”.
Just don’t forget to look at the weight issue to use the correct materials when drilling the wall or not.
Stick or not, that’s the smallest question!
After all the tips explained in the text, it is clear that the greatest difficulty in placing a painting is choosing which pictures to hang. The existing methods, in addition to the possible choices of combinations, are well represented here.
And do you agree with that statement above? Tell us about your greatest difficulty in installing a painting on the wall in the comments below!
