How To Hang Pictures On Plaster Walls?

Find the wall stud if possible using a stud finder

Mark the desired picture location with a pencil

Use picture hooks or plaster anchors rated for the picture’s weight

For light frames, use small picture hooks or adhesive hanging strips made for plaster

For medium to heavy frames, drill a pilot hole and insert a plaster anchor or toggle bolt

Use a drill bit sized for the anchor

Avoid hammering nails directly into brittle plaster

Hang the picture on the hook, anchor, or screw

Use a level to straighten the frame

Check that the hanger is secure before releasing the picture

Use two hooks for wider frames to keep them level

Patch any small holes with plaster repair if needed

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