Hanging a heavy picture or mirror can be tricky, and standard nails won’t suffice. To securely hang heavy items on drywall, use wall anchors and screw-in hooks. The HomeHand Cup Hook Kit is the ideal tool for the job.
Drywall alone isn’t strong enough to support heavy pictures without reinforcement. Typically:
- **Up to 5 lbs (2.2 kg)**: A small nail or adhesive hook should work well.
- **5 to 20 lbs (2.2 - 9 kg)**: A cup hook screwed into a wall anchor is the best option.
- **Over 20 lbs (9 kg+)**: Use multiple cup hooks with strong anchors to safely distribute the weight.
For pictures that exceed 50 lbs (22 kg), it's advisable to secure them to a wall stud using heavy-duty hooks. If a wall stud isn't available, your best alternative is to use wall anchors and screw-in hooks.
Using Wall Anchors + Screw-in Hooks for Heavy Pictures
The HomeHand Cup Hook Kit includes heavy-duty screw-in hooks and nylon wall anchors, designed to provide secure mounting on drywall, wood, concrete, and brick walls. Here’s how to use them:
1. Choose the Right Spot
Use a stud finder to check if there’s a wooden stud behind your drywall. If yes, install the hook directly into the stud for maximum strength. If no stud is present, you’ll need to use wall anchors.
2. Install the Wall Anchor
Drill a pilot hole slightly smaller than the wall anchor. Insert the nylon expansion anchor into the hole. This prevents the drywall from cracking and distributes weight evenly.
3. Screw in the Cup Hook
Tighten the HomeHand Cup Hook into the anchor until it feels firm. The anti-rotation design prevents the anchor from twisting inside the wall, ensuring a secure hold.
4. Hang the Picture with a Wire
Attach a hanging wire to the back of the picture frame and hook it onto the cup hook. If the frame is extra heavy, use two hooks to distribute the weight evenly.
✅ Heavy-Duty Design – Alloy steel construction resists bending.
✅ Rust-Resistant Coating – Zinc-plated for durability.
✅ Secure & Stable – Nylon anchors grip drywall and concrete.
✅ Easy Installation – Anti-slip design ensures a firm hold.
Try HomeHand’s professional hanging solution today and transform your walls!