Hanging one picture can be simple. Hanging a row of pictures so they are perfectly level, evenly spaced and aligned is where things can quickly become frustrating.
The good news is that a little planning can make the job much easier.
Start With the Layout
Before fixing anything to the wall, arrange your pictures on the floor and decide on the order and spacing.
For a clean, consistent look, keep the gap between each frame the same. Around 50–100 mm often works well, depending on the size of the frames and the wall.
If the frames are different sizes, choose one alignment point to keep consistent — for example, the centre line or the top edge of each frame.
Use an Adjustable Picture Hanging System
If you regularly rearrange artwork, a picture hanging track can make alignment much easier.
With a track system, pictures can be moved horizontally along the wall and adjusted vertically without drilling new holes each time.
That means you can fine-tune the height and spacing until the entire display looks right.
Gallery Systems picture hanging products are particularly useful for galleries, offices, hallways and homes where artwork changes regularly.
Keep the Hanging Points Consistent
Check where the hanging point sits on the back of each frame.
Even frames that look identical can have slightly different wire lengths or fixing positions.
Three Easy Steps when using a Hanging System
- After inserting the hangers into the track bring all the hangers together across the wall.
- Thread an adjustable hooks onto each of the hangers and set them at the desired height horizontally.
- Spread the hangers out and hang your art on the adjustable hooks.
Check the Whole Display
Once everything is hanging, stand back and look at the complete arrangement rather than focusing on one frame at a time.
Check that:
- The spacing looks even
- The tops or centres are aligned
- The overall group is centred on the wall or furniture below
- Each frame is sitting straight
A few small adjustments to the adjustable hooks at this stage will then get everything perfectly aligned.
Make Future Changes Easier
A perfectly aligned series of pictures looks simple but achieving that clean result often comes down to having the right system behind it.
Gallery Systems picture hanging solutions allow artwork to be adjusted and repositioned without repeatedly drilling into the wall, making it easier to create — and maintain — a beautifully aligned display.
Email – info@thegallerysystem.com
