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01/22/2005 11:43:46 PM · #1 |
I'm finally getting around to hanging some frames that I bought awhile back. I put the print in the 36x24 frame, and now I need to figure out the best way to hang it. It came with two screws, two hook/hanging looking things and a long wire. The only way I've figured so far is to screw in the two hooks at the top corners on the back of the frame and then string the wire through the hooks and tie it in a knot. Then, I would drive a nail into the wall and hang the wire over the nail. I'm wondering if there's a better/neater way to do this, as it seems that the wire will end up coming out above the frame as the frame hangs below. The wire is about 1.5 times the length of the frame (which will be hung landscape style). Anyone have experience with this kind of setup and would be willing to provide some tips/pointers?
If necessary, I can take some pictures of what came with it and post them but I figure that those who have done this before probably know what I'm talking about.
Thanks,
Brian
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01/22/2005 11:58:53 PM · #2 |
Originally posted by brianlh:
I'm finally getting around to hanging some frames that I bought awhile back. I put the print in the 36x24 frame, and now I need to figure out the best way to hang it. It came with two screws, two hook/hanging looking things and a long wire. The only way I've figured so far is to screw in the two hooks at the top corners on the back of the frame and then string the wire through the hooks and tie it in a knot. Then, I would drive a nail into the wall and hang the wire over the nail. I'm wondering if there's a better/neater way to do this, as it seems that the wire will end up coming out above the frame as the frame hangs below. The wire is about 1.5 times the length of the frame (which will be hung landscape style). Anyone have experience with this kind of setup and would be willing to provide some tips/pointers?
If necessary, I can take some pictures of what came with it and post them but I figure that those who have done this before probably know what I'm talking about.
Thanks,
Brian |
The two hook/hanging looking things go 1/3 the way down the frame on either side for maximum support. If the frame is lager, say over 40" wide, then it gets four hook/hanging looking things. Two 1/3 the way down and two on the botton rail, each about 1/3 the way in. This helps negate the warping effects caused by gravity over time.
Message edited by author 2005-01-22 23:59:32.
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01/23/2005 04:05:35 AM · #3 |
Oops! I was trying this out and ended up putting some weight on the back of the frame (without thinking :'[ ) and snapped the glass in the front. Now I have to try and figure out if I can find a piece of glass that will suit the frame and fit properly :(. Thanks for the info though.. I had everything screwed in and ready to go when I leaned over the frame to tie the wire and "crack". sheesh, dumb me
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01/23/2005 04:28:52 AM · #4 |
Originally posted by brianlh:
Oops! I was trying this out and ended up putting some weight on the back of the frame (without thinking :'[ ) and snapped the glass in the front. Now I have to try and figure out if I can find a piece of glass that will suit the frame and fit properly :(. Thanks for the info though.. I had everything screwed in and ready to go when I leaned over the frame to tie the wire and "crack". sheesh, dumb me |
Some Home Depots will custom cut glass for you. I'm not sure about the quality of the glass they sell, but its one way to go. You can also get up to 16" x 20" glass at Michaels. |
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