How to Fit Hanging Fixtures

How to fit hanging fixtures

Prefer our earlier videos? Watch “How To Attach Hanging Fixtures To Your Frame” and “Metal Frame Hanging Brackets” on YouTube.

For each type, start by laying the frame face down on a protected surface.

Slide-over hangers

For thin wooden frames. We supply these with thinner mouldings because they need no screws, which avoids any risk of splitting the wood.

1. Lay the frame face down, and take out the MDF backing board.
2. Slide a hanger onto each side edge of the board, about a third of the way down from the top.
3. Refit the board into the frame.
4. Thread the cord through the hangers, and tie it securely.

The hangers may move a little until the cord is tightened. That's normal.

D-rings and screws

For standard and wider wooden frames. We supply them with frames 18mm wide or more, for strength.

1. Measure and mark a third of the way down from the top on both sides.
2. Position a D-ring there and screw it in place. Don't overtighten.
3. Repeat on the other side.
4. Thread the cord through, and tie it securely.

Aluminium frame hangers

Made to slide into the channel of a metal frame.

1. Measure and mark a third of the way down from the top on both sides.
2. Loosen the screw, and slide the bracket along the frame's channel to the mark.
3. Tighten the screw securely.
4. Repeat on the other side, and tie the cord between them.

If the brackets don't slide in easily, loosen the frame's corner brackets slightly first.

Safety tips

• Use cord that's strong enough for the weight of your frame.
• Check the knots and the tension before you hang the frame.
• For very large or heavy frames, consider two screws per hanger, and wall fixings rated for the weight.