How To Hang A Window Pane On A Wall

Let me walk you through how i hung them.

How to hang a window pane on a wall. I used a couple of different things depending on the size of the window. Measure the desired height and make 2 marks on the wall that match the mirror s width. Use medium weight drywall anchors for heavier window panes. For the most interesting look choose a shapely window as your mirror such as an arched palladium window or a large rectangular window with lots of individual panes.

For a heavier window or one that hangs in a way that leaves it open to wind at the side or on the front of a porch for example i d use d rings and chain instead. Or hang it on any wall at normal window height to bounce light around the room. When making a rustic window pane wall hanging think of yourself as the super hero known as the upcycler while wearing your handmade cape fashioned out of vintage grain sacks you save. Ok so thats what the wall looks like.

The bottom edge of the mirror will line up with these 2 marks. Choose the height you want to hang the mirror then use a tape measure to measure the width of the mirror. Old window pane wall decor by melissa woods posted on august 1 2014 april 5 2020 one of my readers and old classmates danielle contacted me a few months ago about helping her create a wedding present for her soon to be husband josh. Mark the placement for the mirror s bottom edge on the wall.

Like i mentioned before these windows are relatively lightweight and i usually hang them flush against a wall so i use the hooks and eyes with picture hanging wire to hang them. Hang your mirror on the wall above a console dresser or buffet. See how to hang them with french cleats and get some ideas on how to use the panes in your living room. I originally bought some picture hangers for the back of each window that nailed into place.

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