It's funny how we take basic items for granted until we realize how much value they have when they help us complete a job! Picture hanging hooks are a perfect example of this.

Let's face it, wall hanging hooks aren't something you’d go shopping for. But once you've tried using them, you'll want to keep a stash of wall hooks on standby just in case. 

After years working with wall hooks, we're glad to share everything you need to know about these picture hanging hooks —including why people need them, what to use them for, and a list of do’s and don'ts.

What Are Wall Hanging Hooks For?

Wall hooks help you hang up pictures and art pieces on the wall if you want to add more personality to your space. As simple as they are, wall hooks are pretty helpful. They’re versatile and robust despite their size. 

What’s cool about them is that they come in many different types.  There are traditional and specialty hooks that have different weight capacities. 

To give you a little idea of what Picture Hang Solutions can offer, here’s a list of the type of wall hanging hooks we have:

Brick and Concrete Hooks

Courtesy Hooks

Drywall Hooks

Picture Rail Hooks

Specialty and Museum Hooks

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Traditional wall hooks have been the go-to picture hangers for so long because they are easy to work with. Just hammer them in and hang your frames. That’s it. 

Speaking of installing wall hooks, you might want to check the tips in the next section to ensure a hassle-free picture hanging experience. 

Do’s and Don’ts Worth Knowing

Wall hanging hooks have their fair share of do’s and don’ts to make picture hanging more seamless. We have learned these things while dealing with wall hooks all these years and getting some tips from fellow experts.

Here’s what you need to know:

✅ Do’s

• Know the purpose of your hanging application.

• Check your wall type.

Some hooks work on drywall, plaster wall, and wood panel walls. Other hooks work on concrete, brick, and masonry. 

 Make sure to factor your wall type in before buying your hook. While you’re at it, check the condition of your wall, too. Sometimes, picture hangers fail not because they’re weak or defective but because the wall was not in good condition.

Doing these will help you buy the right hook from the get-go.

• Weigh the frames or objects first before hanging. 

Always double-check if the wall hook you’re using can support the weight of your frame or object. Use a kitchen scale for small and lightweight things, and use a bathroom scale for oversized and heavy objects.

• Plan before you hang.  

• Follow the nail guide sockets. 

• Use bumpers at the bottom corners of your frame.

❎ Don’ts 

• Don’t install the hook on a weak wall.

• Don’t over hammer the nails on the hooks.

Over hammering the nails may result in unwanted damages like bent nails and cracks on walls. When this happens, you compromise the hook’s holding power and your wall’s condition.

• Don’t pry hooks away from the wall by using tools. 

These may be straightforward tips and reminders, but sometimes it’s the simple things we tend to overlook. Keep all these do’s and don’ts in mind and you’ll be well on your way to hanging pictures and other objects successfully. 

Final Thoughts

They say it’s always the little things that make a huge difference in our lives. Wall hanging hooks are simple but don't underestimate them. They come in handy when you want to liven up your walls.

So, what hanging hooks are you planning to buy? Let us know in the comments below!