For lighter items simply screwing into the plaster with a 1 1 4 drywall screw is usually enough to get the job done.
How to hang pictures on plaster walls without nails.
The best option mostly depends on the weight of the picture in question.
In addition take into account how humid the room is.
Adhesives are one way to hang pictures without nails.
This will allow the picture to be flush with the wall once you place adhesive strips on the back of it.
They are ideal for pictures that weigh less than 5 pounds.
To hang pictures without nails remove any protruding hardware from the picture frame first.
Screws and screws with masonry anchors for heavy items are your best choice for hanging things on plaster walls without picture rail.
If you try to hammer in a nail to hang a picture the nail might actually bend in half.
After moving into a new home you might realize that the walls are made of plaster and not drywall.
A great option for hanging a light picture is to use an adhesive hook.
Even so it is possible hang numerous pictures throughout the house.
A lightweight picture is considered to be 5 pounds or less.
A rule of thumb is to use a drill bit half the size of the nail.
Adhesive picture hooks are the best way to prevent damage when hanging a picture but pre drilling the hole will usually prevent cracks and chips from forming as well.
The nail hole will get.
If you don t want to place any adhesives on your picture you can use adhesive hooks on your walls instead.
These come in sets where one side attaches to the picture frame and the other side sticks to the wall.
Plaster walls have a tendency to crack and crumble if you attempt to hammer a nail directly into the wall.
Hanging pictures on plaster wall without nails.
Start by cleaning the wall surface with rubbing alcohol or soapy water.
One set of strips will hold one 8 10 inch frame or three pounds.
They stay together by the velcro in the middle.
Mounting pictures on plaster walls.