Gyprock Walls
For very lightweight frames (under 5kg), adhesive hooks like Command™ Picture Hanging Strips are not only wall and renter-friendly, they involve no drilling or potential for bad language.
For medium weights (up to 10kg), 3M Claws are simple and reliable, don’t require power tools, and leave minimal holes once removed. Just remember to measure up properly… twice!
For heavy frames (up to 20kg and above), you can use heavy-rated 3M Claws, or use a stud finder to anchor your frames directly into studs with heavy batten screws.
Fibre Cement Walls (fibro)
Classic fibro houses are all over Australia, but it’s important to first ensure your old walls aren’t made with asbestos before drilling or hammering into them.
For lightweight frames, again adhesive hooks like Command™ Picture Hanging Strips work well, as long as the fibre cement is smooth painted.
For heavier frames, use hollow wall anchors or spring toggles. Again, make sure you’re not drilling into asbestos walls. If you’re not sure, stick to an adhesive hanger.
Plaster Walls
More commonly found in older homes, plaster behaves similarly to Gyprock, but can be far more fragile and unpredictable.
For lightweight frames in good condition plaster, Command™ Picture Hanging Strips or 3M Claws can do the job.
For heavy glazed frames, it can be wise to anchor a dyna bolt or masonry bolt if there’s brick behind the plaster, or a batten screw if your plaster is over timber studs.
When drilling into brick, remember to use a masonry bit or you could be there all day!
Brick Walls
Common in terraces and vintage bungalows, both raw and painted brick can look great featuring framed wall art.
For hanging lightweight pieces, masonry hooks are fast and easy. They hammer straight into the mortar between the bricks. Remember, this is only recommended for light-load frames.
For heavy frames, it can be wise to anchor a dyna bolt or masonry bolt, ensuring they go into the brick itself, not the mortar in between.
Timber Panelling
Timber walls are less common in Australia these days, but you’ll find them in many original Federation houses and classic Queenslanders.
Light frames can be hung with small nail hooks directly into the timber.
For heavier frames, use batten screws or heavy-duty hooks, ensuring they go into a stud. If no stud is available, a spring toggle can be used in the timber board.
Hang your Picify perfectly
The above specific product suggestions are just that – suggestions. There are many variations available at Bunnings or your local hardware store.
As long as you match your hanging hardware type to your wall material and frame weight, your Picify wall art should look its best - and stay secure – for years to come.
Happy Picifying!