Hangman

Buying Guide: Picture Hangers, Hooks and Anti-Tip Kit

Picture and Mirror Hangers
Many of these hangers are rated by weight, with options such as 20 lb, 30 lb, 40 lb, 80 lb, 100 lb and 200 lb. Bear claw hangers with anchors install into brick, concrete or masonry with a 1/8 in pilot hole, so check the surface before you choose a style. If you are replacing a hanger, match the part number on the old one.

Ceiling Hooks and J-Hooks
The Elephant Hook ceiling hook swivels and locks into place, and it holds up to 20 lbs in drywall and up to 100 lbs in wood. Hangman also offers stainless steel J-hooks with a 30 lb capacity. Check the surface and the weight before you order, and match the part number on any old hook you replace.

Anti-Tip Kit, Putty and Stud Finder
The Black Furniture Anti-Tip Kit carries a 400 lb rating, so check the furniture and wall before you buy. Quakehold White Museum Putty comes in a 1.2 oz size. Hangman also offers a Magnetic Stud Finder.

Frequently Asked Questions

What kinds of products does Hangman make?
Hangman offers picture and mirror hangers, bear claw and double headed hangers, keyhole hangers, D-ring kits, apartment hangers, canvas hangers, ceiling hooks, J-hooks, Christmas light hangers, picture straighteners, poster tape, Quakehold White Museum Putty, a Black Furniture Anti-Tip Kit and a magnetic stud finder.

How do I choose the right weight rating?
Start with the weight of the item and the surface you plan to hang it on. Many hangers are rated by weight, such as 20 lb, 30 lb, 100 lb and 200 lb, and the ceiling hook holds up to 20 lbs in drywall and 100 lbs in wood. Measure the space before you order, and match the part number when you replace an old hanger.

Which surfaces can some Hangman hangers install into?
The Elephant Hook ceiling hook can be installed into wood or drywall, and the Bear Claw hanger with anchors installs into brick, concrete or masonry with a 1/8 in pilot hole. Check the surface before you buy, and follow the manufacturer's instructions for installation.