When it comes to hanging pictures, the standard rule of ‘hang at eye level’ can be pretty confusing. Especially if you’re 5’6″ and your partner is 6’4″. Whose Eye Level is the right choice? His or Hers? If she hung all the pictures at her eye level – that’s what it would look like. On the other hand, can you imagine if he was to hang all the artwork in...

We love it when people try out our products so they can see for themselves what all the fuss is about. We especially love it when they take the time to review them. And that’s exactly what Alan Henry of Lifehacker.com did. There was a discussion on Lifehacker about how to hang art without damaging walls. Readers were asked if they would use a paint can stirrer and a screw...

Floating shelves are extremely trendy and are a great way to display pictures without putting extra holes in your walls. But if your shelf doesn’t have a lip along the length, how do you prevent your picture frames from falling off? A simple, inexpensive solution is to use drawer liners. Available in a variety of colors, choose one to match your shelf and no one will know it’s there. Because...

If you’ve got lots of family pictures on your computer, phone, or tablet, creating a gallery to hang on the wall is a wonderful way to display them. Here are some tips on how you can easily re-create our photo wall ideas. About this look We selected colored photos, chose identical frames and mats and hung them in a grid which makes it easy to add to the display in...

That’s what Mariette Mifflin of About.com said after testing Hang & Level. When she started the testing, she was a bit skeptical and didn’t think the tool would perform as well as we claimed. But after hanging a 24”X 32” canvas oil all by herself and on the first try, she announced, “I now know that I can tackle pictures by myself and get them right.“ She gave Hang &...

Forget complicated measurements or marks on the walls. Low tack adhesive tape such as Painter’s Tape or SpacerTape gently sticks to walls without damaging them and is easy to remove when you’re done. Once you’ve tried this easy trick, you’ll never go back to your old ways. Hang your first frame. Cut the tape the desired length to match the space needed between each frame. (See info below) Stick the tape on...

We often say that beautiful artwork doesn’t need to cost a fortune. Here’s an example of a stunning gallery wall a mom created using her kids’ masterpieces http://asoftplace.net/2011/04/kids-art-gallery-wall-the-reveal/. Kimba, the mastermind behind this creation says, “The best part is that I didn’t spend one single dime on the whole project.” In fact, she used old picture frames in different shapes and sizes that she already owned, and spray painted them...

Work doesn’t have to feel like work when the view from your workspace is inspiring. If you need a piece to fill the space above your desk that will inspire you without breaking the bank, here are 3 budget friendly looks that require minimal work and deliver huge impact. Lighten up your office atmosphere by framing a funny picture of your pet, or other fun character. It’s guaranteed to put...

If you’ve been putting off hanging pictures because you’re afraid of making “mistake holes” in your walls, stop worrying. Here’s how to fix holes in drywall quickly and easily so you can go ahead and hang your artwork without fear. There’s no need for a loaded tool belt when it comes to fixing a regular sized nail hole. All you need are a few supplies: What You’ll Need: Spackling / wall repair compound....

It’s easy to recreate beautiful wall arrangements like this one that you see in your favorite decorating magazines or design shows.   You just need to know where to start. Here’s how: Start by hanging the middle frame of the bottom row; then go left or right. Next, hang the center row, aligning the frames with the bottom row. Finish the look with the top row, lining up the frames...

Hanging a large framed picture, mirror or big piece of art doesn’t have to be complicated. With the right tools, a few simple steps and a friend to help, you’ll have your piece hung in no time. In this example, we’ll show you how to hang a large picture with D-rings, which is the typical hanging hardware you’ll find on many large or heavy items. It’s important not to take any chances...

While at the Hardware Show in Las Vegas, the team from Cool Tools, a unique gadget show that airs on the DIY Network, dropped by our booth to film a segment featuring Hang & Level. Every year, the Cool Tools team attends the show searching for unique gadgets that solve a problem. They include their discoveries in a Hardware Show Special that airs on the DIY Network in the fall....