We need to hang a very heavy piece - it will need a big wall anchor - do I make a template out of paper bags and tape it to the wall for position first?
Any suggestions? How long do you leave the placeholder up? Live with it for a day? week?
I tend to be fickle with moving wall art around, so I want to be sure with this.This message has been edited. Last edited by: junk collector,
Leave the placeholder up until you are sure about placement. If it takes a week that is OK. And then be sure to hang a heavy piece with a french cleat and be sure the wall part is screwed into the studs.
I never consider anything permanent-permanent when it comes to wall decor...you can always patch a hole, even a big one. That said, of course it will be less hassle if you can get it right the first time, so I think your template idea is a good one. I am very picky about how all the wall decor balances around the room, so I take careful measurements and try to align everything the way I want it to balance. Even so, I sometimes make mistakes, and my DH has just had to learn to live with my "pound, pound, pound" every time I hang something
Originally posted by cocok: Leave the placeholder up until you are sure about placement. If it takes a week that is OK. And then be sure to hang a heavy piece with a french cleat and be sure the wall part is screwed into the studs.
very good point. did not think of that!
Has anyone used the french cleat kits from home depot?This message has been edited. Last edited by: junk collector,
