How to Hang Pictures on Plaster Walls
Introduction
I adore old homes with their beautiful rosette casings in window molding, detailed doorways and hardwood floors. But the plaster walls in many of these homes can be a source of stress.
Because plaster is harder and thicker than drywall, hanging pictures involve a bit more thought. Plaster walls feature thin strips of wood called lath, which are attached to the studs. Plaster is then mixed, applied to the lath and pressed between the strips to form keys. Then it's layered until it forms a thick, smooth wall.
The keys keep the plaster in place. While plaster is sturdy, hammering a nail into it can break those keys and separate the plaster from the lath. This would eventually cause the plaster to crumble and crack.
Luckily, there are ways to care for your plaster and still hang that picture of your Great Aunt Charlene.
Tools Required
Materials Required
- Appropriate picture hook
- Painter's tape
- Sticky notes
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