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Picture Hanging 101

Put that hammer down, and read our advice before hanging and arranging pictures, art, and other objects.

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Expansion Bolts

Expansion bolts are another means of securing heavy pictures or objects onto gypsum drywall. These attachments can be hammered directly into the wall without creating a guide hole. If you're still in doubt about which hardware to buy, Nordan's simple advice is to read the packages.

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