15 Easy Picture Hanging Hacks Any Beginner Can Do

It can be challenging to find the ideal layout and method for hanging your favorite pictures around your home, so we’ve gathered the best picture hanging hacks to help you get started.

Before you hang anything, there are a few things to note: it’s recommended to mount a picture so that its center is at eye level, which on average is 57 inches from the floor, according to most galleries and museums. Another rule of thumb is to hang frames anywhere from seven to 10 inches above the top of nearby furniture. Finally, know what type of wall you’re dealing with (drywall, masonry, etc.), research if you’ll require anchors, and purchase all necessary hardware and tools for mounting items onto such a wall.

Read on to find out 15 easy picture hanging hacks to save yourself time.

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