With their uncanny ability to create the illusion of big, open spaces, large mirrors can make a lovely addition to nearly any room in your home. However, the additional weight of large mirrors requires you to spend a bit more time and care than when hanging a photograph or print. Fear not - with a few simple tricks, it's not hard to hang a heavy mirror properly. Show
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ReferencesAbout this articleArticle SummaryX To hang a heavy mirror, install 2 D-rings at the top corners of the back of the mirror and 2 screw eyes at the bottom corners. Use a long piece of sturdy metal wire to thread through the D-rings and screw eyes, making sure to leave some slack. Then, use a stud finder to find the studs in your walls as this will ensure the weight of the mirror will be supported. Put 2 hangers into 2 studs and lift your mirror into place. To learn how to hang a mirror using French cleats, read on! Did this summary help you? Thanks to all authors for creating a page that has been read 497,450 times. Reader Success Stories
Did this article help you?What is needed to hang a heavy mirror?To hang a heavy mirror, you'll need heavy-duty anchors. The mirror will hang from two points on the wall and will require one anchor for each cleat hanger that isn't driven into a stud. Hangers and hooks are rated by weight, so know the weight of the mirror in order to select the right ones.
How heavy a mirror can you hang in drywall?If the mirror weight is less than 30 pounds, use threaded wall anchors to hold it. If it is less than 60 pounds and you are using wall-hanging brackets, use threaded wall anchors. Alternatively, if the mirror weighs more than 60 pounds, use a toggle bolt to support the weight, suggests Today's Homeowner.
How do you hang a heavy mirror on a weak wall?One foolproof method to hang heavy mirrors or picture frames is to use a molly bolt. This hollow wall anchor will allow you to hang your frame anywhere, without having to find a stud. Using Molly bolts is really simple.
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