Use hanging strips for drywall or plaster walls. Select strips that are adhesive on 1 side and have Velcro on the other. Remove 1 liner from 1 sticky side of each of your double-sided strips and attach them to your frame.
Even small mirrors can be heavy, so you'll need an extremely strong super glue that is compatible with both materials (the back of the mirror and the wall). UniBond No More Nails Waterproof is a high strength adhesive which is ideal for hanging a mirror on a wall without nails.
A: Command™ Picture Hanging Strips can be used as a mirror hanger, holding mirrors up to 24”x36” and up to 20 lbs. For heavy mirror hangers, 3M CLAW™ Drywall Picture Hangers can hang frames or mirrors up to 65 lbs, with no tools, no studs and no large holes left behind.
To hang a large wall mirror, you can use hooks, cleats, wires or brackets. The appropriate anchor needs to be strong enough to hold your mirror on to the wall, so make sure you have checked the hardware weight limits on the packaging when buying the correct attachments.
Four pairs of wall hanger strips hold up to 16 pounds with a maximum frame size of 24 x 36 inches.
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Command™ Heavyweight Utility Hooks are strong and let you hang heavier items like sports bags, step ladders, backpacks and more. Holds up to 10lbs. Hang heavy items up to 15lbs with damage-free Command Utility Hooks.
The large strips can handle a 24-inch to 36-inch object that weighs up to 16 pounds. The smaller hanging strips can only handle up to 4 pounds.
Luckily for renters, there are several variations of durable adhesive hooks, strips, and hangers to accommodate nearly any frame or mirror. Velcro strips are a popular choice for those gallery wall enthusiasts and those who frequently update their home decor with new frames or photos.
Adhesive for hanging a mirror without drilling holes
The right glue for hanging mirrors is Loctite PL 530 Mirror, Marble, & Granite Adhesive. This heavy-duty mirror adhesive is resistant to temperature and humidity changes, making it perfect for use in the kitchen or bathroom.
A heavy mirror will weight between 35 to 100 pounds (16 to 45 kg), while a lighter mirror will fall between 1 to 35 pounds (0.45 to 15.88 kg). While both weight categories hang the same way, you'll need to put more thought and care into anchoring a heavy mirror into the wall.
Hillman monkey hooks are a great way to hang your mirrors and pictures efficiently and securely. Standard monkey hooks hold up to 35lbs in drywall. Hillman gorilla hooks are designed for heavy duty hanging.
Perhaps this is obvious, but you can NOT double the weight by layering two strips.
Life is easier when everything has its place. Hang heavy items up to 10lbs with damage-free with Command Utility Hook. Command Hooks let you hang what you want, where you want, without the hassle of tools and nails.
VELCRO® Brand Heavy Duty tape, strips and coins have 50% more holding power than our standard strength hook and loop fasteners, and are able to hold up to 1lbs per square inch up to 10lbs.
Command Clear Hooks come in a variety of weight capacities: 0.5 lbs, 1 lb, 2 lbs, or 4 lbs. Check each product's details to select the right product.
It is best to hang a mirror with a screw over a nail if you want to ensure that it is held tightly in place – especially if the mirror is on the heavier side. A screw has better purchase when added to a wall or stud (especially when paired with a plug) and so is less likely to fall out over time or when knocked.
The hardware needed to attach a mirror securely must be chosen depending on the weight of the mirror and the type of wall behind it. For drywall, you can hang a mirror on “J” hooks, and for a brick wall, you can hang the mirror by drilling holes into it and inserting plastic or metal anchors into the holes.