How to Hang a Heavy Picture on a Plasterboard Wall
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- Äas pĆidĂĄn 28. 07. 2024
- In today's video I run through the best options for hanging a heavy picture on a plasterboard wall.
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I wasn't planning to do this video today, but it came out of a conversation I had with someone in the Comments feed below my last plasterboard fixings video goo.gl/HGrGNZ
I was recommending the best fixings (anchor fixings being my top recommendation in this situation) for hanging a 6kg picture on a plasterboard wall.
But the person I was discussing this with said he had thought of combining a heavy duty picture hook with a screw and plasterboard fixing - so I thought I'd give it a try to see whether it was worth recommending on my channel.
TODAY'S TOOLKIT
- Electric Drill (for drilling the holes into the plasterboard)
- Electric Screwdriver (not essential but makes it a bit easier!)
- Anchor Setting Tool geni.us/Id1M (Amazon)
- Drill bits - 8mm/6mm
- Hollow Wall Anchors (M5 x 52mm for 12mm plasterboard). 10mm drill bit required goo.gl/Z9I0bO
- Fischer UX635R fixing 6mm dril bit required. You must use the right screws eg 4x50mm goo.gl/YfGHKW as if the screw is too thick, the plug will not knot properly behind the plasterboard
- Fischer Duopower 8x40 fixing - 8 mm diameter drill bit
- GripIt yellow plasterboard fixings 15x20mm geni.us/tnuC2 (Amazon) - screws supplied
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This video just saved my wife's heavy mirror that I was about to hang, and therefore my life too!! Thanks mate.
Glad to hear it, Alfonso. What did you use in the end?
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Thank you man. This is inspiring. I hope you are alive.
You can always f26 it lol
đ€Łđ€Ł I know tht feeling! I had to do the same today
Nice tips there. Another tip if you have countersunk/panne screws and you want to hang say a large painting or heavy mirror, use some washers. The wire/hanging loops can then sit behind the washer so can't be easily pulled off by kids/knocks etc.
Useful information with great tips. With this video I really knew what I was going to buy (and what was needed for some anchors; anchor setting tool) to hang an heavy mirror with confidence! Thanks Charlie for your video its was a great help!
Thank you, Charlie. FInally managed to get a bracket fixed on our 1970s honeycomb studded wall without hours of frustration, several holes with plasterboard pull out, or eventually putting it on a solid wall and out of place! I am now totally confident my glass fronted bookcases are robustly secured on the wall. These Fisher Duo plugs are fantastic.
We moved into an old Victorian home and struggled with the plasterboard and the old original slat/plaster walls when it came to hanging things. At the end, we found it best to scrape out the built up paint on the picture moldings and use those again. I put up more picture moldings in the rooms in which they had been removed. For really heavy objects, I strongly recommend putting up even a thin strip of wood that straddles two struts behind the wall and then use that as your surface to drive through the hook or screw.
Bravo Charlie! That's the first succinct, cogent & professional DIY video I've ever seen. I've just moved to a new-build so will be following this advice. Many thanks .....
I swear you have a video for every DIY problem I come across. So helpful and informative, thank you so much! Subscribed
This has been very useful. I love the clear instructions and the visual demonstrations. Thanks for the tipsđđœ
Just moved house and had quite a few heavy mirrors / pictures to hang. Those Fischer Duopower fixings are awesome. Never come accross a stronger fixing into a plasterboard wall. Yet again thanks Charlie.
I have been commissioned to make a large heavy framed mirror (2"x4") , Nice to see my options, thanks Charlie. I already have the anchor fixings and the setting tool, but will add a more positive 'hooks' to hang onto. I have used flush mount fittings in the past, but split the pair, and use each part as a hook. As a benefit, you can use a couple of screws in each plate.
Nice video - just subscribed. I've been fixing stuff up for ages but am always wary of problems. I tend to drill an initial small test hole (say 4mm) if I'm unsure exactly what's behind before doing the correct size hole. Also for some of the more basic plastic type fixings I've sprayed the screw with silicon spray before screwing in to help reduce the likelihood of the fixing spinning in the wall.
This is an amazing video, knowing whatâs going on behind the plasterboard gives me a lot more confidence. Gonna grab some of those duopower plugs tomorrow and finally hang some stuff up :)
Hi Charlie, thank you ever so much for this video. My mirrors and pictures were sitting on the floor for over a year. Now they are all up. âș
Hey, are they heavy as 15kg?
Great vid - its now changed the way I hang up heavy artwork - Thanks, Charlie!
Such a friendly, practical and understandable video with absolutely no time-wasting BS! Thank you so much!
You're welcome David. Many thanks for the Comment đ
That was such an informative video! Great detail on products, such as drill sizes, raw plugs sizes and all their comparisons. Perfect for the occasional DIYer such as myself who has no clue. I can just follow your instructions :-)
Thank you Charlie, just bought a 5kg wall art and was wondering how to hang it as it is landscape 110cm and has a wire. Your explanation came in handy. Now I am off to get some hooks. Thank you đ
Excellent video. What makes you stand out from the rest is your sharing of the 'non textbook' DIY difficulties and your thoughts and experience on how to tackle them. As a keen DIYer for many years, your challenges echo and most of all, I am still learning from your generous sharing of knowledge. Thank you
Thanks so much Paul. Making mistakes is reality isn't it. There was a time when I would edit them out thinking it was a mark of failure but I quickly realised they were essential đ Thanks so much for that. You have no idea how valuable heart felt comments like this are in an industry where it's often hard to keep up the mojo! đ
Hi charlie, stumbled on your channel yesterday. used the smaller rawl plug and picture hook technique, brilliant advice and now have a heavy pic on a plasterboard wall with zero movement, thanks so much.
Perfect timing on this vid! I have a large, very heavy picture to hang and this gave me the BEST info on how best to do the job!
Two picture hooks method worked a treat for a heavy mirror- it is a super strong fixing. Great video thanks
Fantastic Video!! I just bought a metal framed mirror weighing 40 LBS (yes, USA here!), and I was worried I could not hang it securely, but after viewing your video here, I'm feeling confident. I like the metal anchor the best and so I am off to purchase those with the setting tool you used here. Thank you for this great tutorial - I just now 'LIKED' and 'SUBBED'! Anxious to see more of your videos!!
Thanks for the video. Never knew plasterboard screws could be so interesting
really helpful - will use this to hang a heavy mirror. we had the problem of the plasterboard fixings coming out continuously with the baby stair gate. so will try this for that aswell.
Hi Vanessa, so glad you found it useful and thanks for taking the time to comment!
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This video was incredibly helpful and straightforward. My husband and I are trying to hang heavy pictures and your advice has given us confidence đ
You're welcome Natalie, thanks for letting me know. Here's my updated video if you have a moment czcams.com/video/Jdu9RId7m90/video.html đ
Great Video. Itâs so helpful and thoughtfully put together. I particularly like the way you show whatâs happening behind the plasterboard. I actually donât agree with you that you need a fixing tool to use the anchor fixings. You can anchor it to the wall by simply using the flathead screw provided and screwing the anchor fixing tight. Thatâs why the flathead comes with the washer; so that it can turn freely while youâre anchoring the fixing. Then you simply undo the screw and fix whatever you want onto the wall. Voila and the best fixing into 12mm plasterboard by a country mile.
A Really Well done video. I will likely go with the old fashioned silver metal anchors. Thank you so much !!!!
I watch this multi times as I've been putting up all my mirrors and pictures that require them. I'm putting a heavy statue head on my wall in a bit so watched this again đ
So what technique did you use and how did it turn out? Did you buy/use the fixing tool?
Tried a few of the plasterboard fixings with no luck, watched this video and bought the wall plugs and the hooks and was done in minutes and solid! Thank you
Really glad to hear it Sharon. Great work, and thanks for letting me know đđ»
Excellent video, very cool idea using the conventional picture hook in that way. Big fan of those Fischer duoâs also!
Very nice info. video. Thanks!! I'm going to have my husband watch this, so we can hang shelves easier!
Really cool to see how the Duopower performed. I have the fixings with the setting tool, but nice to see other options.
Great video, very helpful. Interesting to see how the fixings work behind the scenes!
Thanks!
Charlie. Thanks just moved into a house with lots of plaster board walls. These videos extremely helpful on best approach. About to use the use the Fischer duo to secure some Jonaxel (Ikea) wardrobe units to the wall.
Thx for this video. The screw threw the middle of the standard picture hook works just brilliantly and I have just hung a heavy mirror using this method and now donât have to worry that it will fall of the wall at some point in the future. Thank you.
The metal anchor type fixings are my favourite, use them all the time for hanging all sorts of picture frames. You do not need the fixing gun, all you do is insert them into your drilled hole and tighten the screw up, you will feel the anchor opening up as it gets tighter, snug it down then back the screw out enough to hang your frame. they are great.
Great video Charlie đ I've seen many fixture comparison videos bit yours is far and away the clearest with the plasterboard mock up. Interesting to see how the fixtures bunch up behind the wall.
Thanks - I really appreciate that. I'm planning a 2020 plasterboard fixings update video at some point, but it won't be for a few months.
Great presentation. Thank you for the time and effort you took to make this video and share it with us. Greetings from Croatia.
Awesome video. I was looking for a vid which demonstartes what a wall fixing does behind the scene and how to properly install the screw into 1. This did the job and more đ
I have watched your video several times and finally got to hang my heavy mirror!!!. Thanks đ
Yey! Well done and thanks for the comment đ
Hey, how heavy are we talking?
This was so brilliant and cannot thank you enough. It was eye opening to understand how the different fixings behave on the other side. My many failed attempts of the past all make sense now đ thank you again đ
This is so helpful, i have a really heavy wall mirror that needs to be put up. But was scared it falls down. These offer me a bit of security đ
Thank you. This was exactly the advice I needed to put up a heavy mirror on a plasterboard wall. I went with the Fischer Duopower plugs, and used the tip about putting a screw through the stronger hangers, and that seems very solid.
Glad to hear that, Steve. They're great fixings those Duopowers. I tend to use the 8x40s rather than the 6x30s. There's a full plasterboard fixings update here is you have a moment czcams.com/video/Jdu9RId7m90/video.html đ
Really helpful video - thank you so much. Iâm learning so much from you.
That was so good. Hanging a really heavy mirror, this advice is superb
Thanks Chris. For heavy stuff on plasterboard walls where you can't anchor into the brickwork behind, those metal wall anchors are hard to beat, but watch this vid if you're going to buy them czcams.com/video/e3hjzPNe5wk/video.html The Geefix is also a superb fixing for hanging heavy stuff czcams.com/video/aeFyQS2NGVM/video.html đđ»
Great video. Well shot and with good explanations. Thank you very much.
You're very welcome - thanks for taking the time to convent!
Many thanks for your advice, it help me so much ! đđđ
I've been using duo power from fischer for a few years n its amazingly strong. Bit more expensive but does the trick.
Extremely well explained video and solid advice. All with a smile; nice.
Hi, just found your channel and wanted to say how fantastic I think your videos and replies to specific questions are - really helpful and much appreciated, thanks
Thanks Paul, I really appreciate that. I try and reply to as much as I can. I think it's an important part of the process, but inevitably there are some that I miss. Many thanks for watching my vids đ
Thank you do much have watched many videos and yours seems to be the only 1 that makes sense
It can be so daunting learning from scratch things I took for granted my Dad would do đą
Just what I needed to know. Thank you, Iâve subbed!đđ»
Hey Charlie - I used the brass clips with the plugs you mentioned on this video to hang a 21kg mirror and it's changed my life ! Four hooks fastened to the back of the mirror and they then so simply slip onto the brass hooks. Absolute genius. I'd attach a photo but I don't think you can
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Do you mean you used the picture hook with the ux6 fixing?
I need to hang a 20KG mirror above a staircase and not sure what fixing to use.
Thanks for sharing Charlie. I just hung up a heavy picture frame using the spring toggle. Without this video, I wonât even know it exists. đ
Great work! You're welcome and here's my update video czcams.com/video/Jdu9RId7m90/video.html The spring toggles are very good. The snap toggles are even better đđ
Thanks for the help!
Fantastic - just what I needed to know - thank you for making the video.
Thank you so much! Very helpful video as I have a few very heavy mirrors to hang and one picture with a heavy antique frame. I was thinking that I would have to attach a piece of wood to the plaster board as reinforcement (A frame or X frame) but you've made it look a lot simpler!
No you should be fine, particularly with one of those metal hollow wall anchors.
This is a very useful information as I have recently moved to Manchester and that solve many of hanging problem. Thx Charlie, you are a life saver.
You're welcome. For a comprehensive run through check out this updated video czcams.com/video/Jdu9RId7m90/video.html
Excellent. I bought a heavy mirror a few days ago, and I've been looking for some guidance on the best way to make it sure it behaves itself when I hang it up.
Thanks for that! If it's into plasterboard you might just take a look at these too czcams.com/video/aeFyQS2NGVM/video.html
Brilliant video as I was looking a strong fixing to hold coats on a stairway that has drywall so I will try the new fisher, Duopower many thanks Charlie
Thanks Joseph! Yep, the Duopower is going to be my fixing of choice going forward. It was the UX6 - which has got a lot of my subscribers out of trouble with their plasterboard walls, but the Duopower is great because if their marketing is to be believed, you no longer have to worry what you're fixing into, because it works with brick or plasterboard. Make sure your screws are 4mm or 4.5mm diameter - no wider - as you want the fixing to open properly, which it might not do with chunkier screws. Also make sure that the screw is long enough that it goes right through the fixing and out the back, as again, it needs to do this to open up properly.
Thank you learned so much from your videos so helpful
Very informative, thanks. Just wish I had watched it before I started!
Great video well explained and shot encouraged me to subscribe to see your other stuff thanks for taking the time to make the videos
You're very welcome and massive thanks for subscribing!!
Provided excellent advice as to how to fix a 5.5kg clock to my plasterboard wall. I will be being extra careful and will probably seek out one of those Duo fittings.
Nice one , very helpful thanks đđŒ
This is such an excellent video - thank you!
Terry Towells Thanks Terry, for taking the time to comment. Glad you liked it!
It's the first time I've seen this channel and really pleased that I have come across it.
Me too.
Charlie.
Good info.
I hung two 5ft by 4.5ft pictures that are close to 15kgs the other day.
I went through all of these options in my head and tried a couple on the first picture. I was using 3 heavy duty j hooks with 2 screws on each, for each picture.
New Fischer plugs worked best, however when using two in close proximity, they can twist so much that the pressure on the board that it pops in between them causing a nice big hole.
Found hand tightening worked very well after this !
Hi Nick. Thanks for this - and great work! Yes, plasterboard is so brittle you want to spread out the holes as much as possible - but I see what you were thinking - trying to double up on the screws to increase the strength. I'd say going forward that if you get the right fixing, one screw should more than suffice.
Thank you for tutorial different tools for hanging panel
Excellent demo and explanation, just what I was looking for.
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Hi, Charlie. It is very interesting and helpful video!!!!
I appreciate your video
It really help me get a better understanding of what I needed to do to hand my heavy mirror.
I decided to create a video list and I will be watching more of your videos.
Thanks Tony. Here's the most recent update that tells you everything you need to know czcams.com/video/Jdu9RId7m90/video.html đ
Thank you. Very good advice.
Your explainers are great! Thanks
Thank you so much for these terrific videos - you are a complete hero!
Aw thanks so much Linda - and thank YOU for taking the time to get in touch - it's the life blood of my channel đđ
Thank you for this excellent, informative video. Showing either side of the wall really helps understanding. I'm about to hang my wife's new, heavy vanity mirror on a freshly painted plasterboard wall. I'm going with the two picture hook approach with UX6 fixings. đ
You're welcome. Check this one out for a comprehensive run though if all the options czcams.com/video/Jdu9RId7m90/video.htmlsi=Cee-y-x9fDKbkMQe
Wow! Great video. Good idea to see the other side of how a fixing grips. Well done đ
Thanks Rich!
Thanks for the great video, we're new to the UK, coming from South Africa, where everything is brick, so this is very helpful when trying to DIY on a modern build over here!
Thanks for that. For a comprehensive run through this is the vid you want to watch czcams.com/video/Jdu9RId7m90/video.htmlsi=HJOp2qDHN3Ygs13y
Very good information, explained extremely well! Thanks!
Thanks Lynn đ
Thank you so much for this video, i am place order straight away.
You are quite simply giving me piece of mind on my new build plaster walls fixings etcs thank you thank you thank you
You're very welcome Robin, thanks for the comment. If you have a small void and then brickwork these are brilliant bit.ly/2RvkVxb For a really heavy load where there's nothing behind the wall to screw into, these are fantastic bit.ly/352tcwB
Good video l personally use anchor fixings and for heavy items drill hole in plasterboard spray into hole with cavity foam fit anchor fixing when set makes a strong job
Thank you! I have a VERY heavy old framed dresser mirror to hang on the wall. I favor using the umbrella anchor.
Yes that'll do a good job.
Great video. Thanks!
Thanks for this and so many others. Superb
Well explained, fuss-free, music-free instructions - thank you. New & sub'd.
Awesome video! Just what I needed to know about hanging my heavy iron framed mirror! Thank you Charlie! ;)
Use a pair of J hooks
Great vid, really clear and super useful đ
Fantastic video and detailed explanation. I have just purchased the Anchor fixing and tool. I know the video is 4 years ago nearly, but glad I came across it. Will update if I succeed in hanging my clock!
Thanks Tobias. Yes please let me know how you get on đđ»
@@CharlieDIYte Not bad. I purchased hollow wall anchor M5x52mm (not sure what the M5 stands for). Used an 8mm drill bit (more of a guess but it fit nicely). Bought the tool and messed up the first one but the second one was great. And yes, pretty darn solid. Thanks again!
I feel so silly. A year ago your video helped me so much. This year I forgot about the tool, ended up damaging the wall. Now ordered the setting tool on amazon and cant wait to fix it tomorrow. Many thanks
Well done. The setting tool is a game changer. Sorry to hear about that. Still, you can repair the damage very easily using Easi-Fill. czcams.com/video/6Omsv5-NN9k/video.html Buy the pack that has the 1kg sachets in it.
Great video mate. Very helpful and really good explanations/demonstrations.
Thanks Brenndon. đ
Excellent video, thanks Charlie. Thanks for not adding music and an intelligent and comprehensive review. Is there an additional benefit to the Fisher Duopower fixing over the anchor fixing. If you want to remove the fixing it is a lot easier with the Duopower?.
Great tutorial! Keep up the good work.
Thanks!
Hi Charlie, great video as usual. I mounted a very large and relatively heavy mirror over the mantelpiece in our sitting room and used the helter-skelter fittings with no problems. I used 4 to be sure to be sure! I also spaced them out to share the load as evenly as possible. I was unaware of the problems and issues youâve identified with them which has made me consider the actual loading on the fittings I use now in the future eg is the loading vertical or horizontal? The mock ups you use are very educational and if you ever give up the day job youâd make a great teacher! đ
Hi Mike, sorry I missed this! Many thanks for the comment. Yes absolutely, for vertical loads you're fine with the helter skelter, and you're spot on using 4 just in case , but for horizontal loads I'd avoid it like the plague đ
Just what I needed thank you for your knowledge I love youtube
Thank you, it was very helpful to know
Very instructive and helpful.đ
Glad you found it useful đ
Very very useful - thank you
Really informative - thank you.
Exactly what I was needing. Thx so much.
Your welcome đ