Decorating
Picture Hanging 101
Put that hammer down, and read our advice before hanging and arranging pictures, art, and other objects.
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Displaying Small Art
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Everything is not created equal.
"Many people think that if you're going to hang something, you automatically need a hanger," Nordan says. "But that's not always the case." For items that weigh less than 20 pounds, a long, thin nail secured at an angle works fine. When you're dealing with a grouping of items, hangers can make the job more difficult -- to be sure, use a scale to weigh what you're hanging. - Next: Hanging Heavy Frames
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