A frame is only finished once it's on the wall
We build every frame to measure around your work. That bespoke approach doesn't stop at the moulding, the glass or the mount: we also choose the hanging system based on the weight, the size and the location. A light print in the bedroom calls for something different from a large oil painting above the sofa or a series of works in a waiting room.
As standard, every frame comes with a sturdy hanging system suited to its weight. If you'd like something else, such as a rail system or a French cleat, we'll fit it on request. And if you'd rather leave the drilling and aligning to us, we'll come and hang it for you.
Which hanging system suits your frame?
The systems we fit every day, from light to heavy and from simple to flexible. Not sure? We'll choose based on your frame.
Screw eyes with wire
The classic: two screw eyes on the back, connected by a strong steel wire or perlon cord, hung from a single hook or nail. Quick to fit and invisible. We place the screw eyes at the right height so the frame doesn't tilt forward. Drawback: hanging from a single point, a wider frame can slip out of level.
Suitable for: photos, prints, drawings and smaller frames up to about 5 kg.
Sawtooth hanger
A toothed metal strip, centred at the top. You hang the frame on a single hook and slide it until it's level. Handy for light frames you move around now and then.
Suitable for: small frames and light interchangeable frames.
D-rings
Two sturdy rings, left and right, each on its own hook or screw. The frame hangs from two points, can't slip out of level and sits flat against the wall. Our standard for medium and large frames, though it does require two drill holes at exactly the same height.
Suitable for: paintings, large prints, mirrors and frames from about 5 kg.
French cleat
Two bevelled battens that lock into each other: one on the wall, one on the frame. The frame is held firmly in place, perfectly flat and level. The strongest system we fit, and also ideal for deep mouldings and canvases in a tray frame.
Suitable for: heavy paintings, large mirrors, panels and anything over about 15 kg.
Hanging rails
An aluminium rail along the ceiling or high on the wall, with cords and adjustable hooks. Hang, shift and swap without ever drilling again. We match the cords and hooks to the weight of each frame.
Suitable for: photo walls, offices, practices, galleries and anyone who changes things often.
Floating hanging
A concealed bracket or spacer, so the work hangs a few centimetres in front of the wall with a subtle shadow line. Requires precise fitting tailored to the frame.
Suitable for: tray frames, aluminium frames and minimalist interiors.
Security hanging
A locking hanging system: the frame can only be taken off the wall with a special key. The work stays put, even in high-traffic areas. Available on request for professional clients.
Suitable for: businesses, hospitality, schools and public buildings.
No drilling: adhesive strips
For light frames on a smooth, painted wall, for example in a rented home. We only recommend them for small, light frames and never for glass above a bed or seating.
Suitable for: small, light frames and temporary displays.
All systems side by side
| System | Frame weight | Drilling | Movable | Our choice for |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Screw eyes with wire | up to 5 kg | 1 hole | limited | small and medium frames |
| Sawtooth hanger | up to 3 kg | 1 hole | yes | light interchangeable frames |
| D-rings | 5 to 15 kg | 2 holes | no | paintings, mirrors, large prints |
| French cleat | over 15 kg | 2 to 4 holes | no | heavy and valuable works |
| Hanging rails | any weight | the rail, then never again | fully | photo walls, offices, galleries |
| Floating hanging | up to 15 kg | 2 holes | no | tray frames and modern interiors |
| Security hanging | any weight | 2 to 4 holes | only with a key | public spaces |
| Adhesive strips | up to 2 kg | none | yes | rented homes, light frames |
Want to order hanging materials yourself? View our hanging materials in the webshop.
Rather not drill yourself? We'll come and hang your frames
Getting a frame straight, at the right height and securely on the wall is precision work. That’s why the people who made your frame also hang it for you, at home or at the office.
- We come round at an agreed time, anywhere in Flanders and Brussels.
- Together we look at the position, height and incoming light, and advise where needed.
- We bring the right system, plugs and hooks for your wall: plasterboard, brick or concrete.
- We drill, measure and hang everything perfectly level; for multiple frames, we mark out the arrangement first.
- We take the packaging away with us and leave everything clean and tidy.
What it costs. The hanging service is a paid service. The price depends on the number of frames, the system and the distance. For a single frame, we charge a fixed call-out fee plus installation; for a photo wall, office or practice, we’ll draw up a quote. Order the hanging service together with your frame and we’ll combine delivery and installation in one visit, so you pay no separate call-out fee.
How to request it
Request it
With your order, in the shop or atelier, or via the quote form.
We plan it together
We’ll call you to book an appointment and ask about the type of wall and the location.
Delivery and hanging
On the agreed day, we deliver and hang your frame in one go.
For businesses and professionals too
For offices, hotels, practices, galleries and artists, we install complete rail systems and hang entire series, outside office hours too. On-site installation is part of our professional offering, on a quote basis.
Frequently asked questions
Yes. Every frame comes with a hanging system suited to its size and weight, ready to hang. If you’d like a different system, just let us know when you order.
That depends on your wall. In plasterboard, use cavity wall plugs or a spring toggle; in brick or concrete, a standard plug with a screw. Not sure? We’ll assess it on site during the hanging service.
As a rule of thumb, the centre of the work should be about 150 cm from the floor, at eye level. Above a piece of furniture, leave 15 to 25 cm between the furniture and the bottom of the frame.
Preferably not. From around 5 kg, we recommend two hanging points (D-rings); from around 15 kg, a French cleat. That way the frame hangs flat and level, and the load is spread across more points on the wall.
Yes. We’ll first check whether the existing hanging system can bear the weight and replace it if necessary.
For deliveries, yes. We offer the hanging service in Flanders and Brussels; for projects in the Netherlands, it’s best to request a quote.
Built to last for years
A Justframeit frame is built to last for years, so its hanging should be too. Choose the system that suits your work, or leave it to us: we’ll come round, hang everything perfectly straight, and you can enjoy your work on the wall that very same day.
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