How To Mount Records On A Wall

How to Mount Records on a Wall

Materials you'll need:
- Records
- Picture hanging hardware or wire kit
- Measuring tape
- Pencil
- Hammer or drill
- Screwdriver or wrench
- Screws or nails
- Level
- Optional: gloves

Choosing the right hardware:
The type of hanging hardware you need will depend on the size and weight of your records. For smaller records, you can use picture hanging strips or adhesive wall hooks. For larger or heavier records, you will need to use more heavy-duty hardware, such as wire kits or French cleats.

Measuring and marking the wall:
Using measuring tape, determine where you want to hang your record on the wall. Mark the spot with a pencil. If you are using wire kits or French cleats, you will need to make two marks, one for each side of the record.

Installing the hardware:
If you are using picture hanging strips or adhesive wall hooks, simply follow the manufacturer's instructions to attach them to the wall. For wire kits, you will need to drill two small holes in the wall and insert the screws. Hang the wire from the screws and adjust it so that the record is level. For French cleats, you will need to install one cleat on the wall and the other on the back of the record. Hang the record on the wall cleat by sliding it down until it is flush against the wall.

Hanging the record:
Once the hardware is installed, carefully hang the record on the wall. Make sure it is level and secure.

Tips for mounting records on a wall:
- Use gloves when handling records to avoid getting fingerprints on them.
- If you are hanging a heavy record, make sure to use heavy-duty hardware.
- Make sure the wall is strong enough to support the weight of the record.
- Hang records in a climate-controlled environment to prevent them from warping or fading.
- Display your records in a way that showcases their artwork and adds to the decor of your room.