Thank you for bringing this to our attention. We would recommend drilling through a hollow cell of a concrete block (no filling and no rebar) and away from any corners and in situations where the load is concentrated. If you go for a vertical joint you fight the concrete block all the way through and the soft/hard nature causes the drill bit to buck and bind. A horizontal joint likely has wire reinforcement and suffers the same soft/hard problem as the vertical joint.

Today, we want to share 3 different and easy ways to hang pictures and art on a concrete wall. We will also explore a little bit about the different types of masonry hardware for future reference.

3. Remove the paper lining at the back of the hanger, then press firmly. The adhesive is best activated if evenly rubbed or burnished with a hard smooth object.  Wait for 24-48 hours for the adhesive to get a good grip of the wall before hanging anything.

Concrete screws and concrete walls might be an intimidating pair, but knowing everything about them is key if you want to hang picture frames with ease.

Learning about picture hanging hardware can be overwhelming at first but it gets easier to grasp over time. With your expanded knowledge of masonry hanging methods, you’d be itching to personalize your space as soon as possible.

Now we know that concrete screws sound terrific, however, they’re not the only hardware out there. There’s a whole section of masonry anchors and fasteners that you might want to know about for future reference.

Adhesive  ZigZag Picture Hangers are ideally used for small pictures and lightweight art or objects. They have an adhesive backing that sticks firmly to the wall and can usually hold up to 6 pounds (with 2 hangers), depending on the brand being used.

3. Drill a guide hole at its lowest speed. Hold the hammer drill firmly and make sure it’s positioned perpendicular to the wall. Occasionally pull out the bit and blow out the dust using compressed air or a vacuum.?PRO TIP: Ask a friend to hold the vacuum below the area you’re working on to directly suck the debris as you’re drilling.

At Picture Hang Solutions, we have Small and Large Hardwall Plastic Hooks with a weight capacity of 20 pounds and 30 pounds, respectively.

Thank YOU! We hope this blog inspires you to decorate your home, and that it helped you in your picture and art-hanging journey. If you have some stories you’d like to share about picture hanging, we’re all ears and we’d love to hear them! So don’t hesitate to reach out to us anytime.

There are a lot of other masonry hardware that can hold more than just a regular picture frame. Sleeve Anchors, Drop-in Anchors, and Split Drive Anchors are just a few examples. These allow you to hang heavier items like large mirrors, paintings, shelves and many more.

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Also known as Concrete Screws, these are reliable hangers used for concrete, concrete block, brick, and mortar. These little guys have a pointed end that drives straight into the concrete. Masonry screws are strong enough for hanging frames as long as its inserted 1 ¼ to 1 ½ inches deep into the wall to maximize their holding power.

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Okay, solid walls may seem pretty daunting to personalize, but that doesn’t mean you can’t. With the right tools and picture hanging hardware, you can hang just about anything on your walls.

Hardwall hangers, also known as hardwall plastic hooks, are concrete art hangers that are anchored on the wall with small metal nails. They work on concrete, cement, cinder block, thin plaster over concrete, small smooth brick, softstone, and hardwood.

4. Once the hole is free from debris, place the drill bit onto the guide hole again and drill at medium speed. Stop when the desired depth is reached.

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There are 3 go-to methods of hanging picture frames and art on a concrete wall. Depending on the weight and size of your objects, you can use Adhesive Wall Hooks, Hardwall Hangers, and Masonry Screws.

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Concrete walls might seem so hard to get through but really, the key is just to have the right tools and the right concrete art hangers. Blank walls have so much potential to be a beautiful space; it would be a waste not to grab that opportunity.

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Picture Hang Solutions specializes in professional hardware for hanging pictures. Since 2005, we have been a trusted resource for many industries that need bulk picture hanging hardware.  We ship daily Monday - Friday.

1. Place the back side of a hardwall plastic hook against the wall using your thumb and index finger to hold it in position. Try to keep the hook firmly against the wall and as steady as possible.

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4. To remove, slide a thin blade between the wall and the back surface of the hook and pry the hook off gently. Discard any removed hooks; do not reuse.

These are a step up from the adhesive wall hooks but equally easy to use. To install, you’ll only need a hammer and two minutes of your time.

If your object is heavier than an adhesive wall hook’s capacity, you’ll need another type of picture hanger with a stronger hold.

2. Prepare the drill by setting up the masonry drill bit in the correct size to the hammer drill. The drilled hole must be ½ inch deeper than the depth of the screw. This is to ensure that the screw won’t bottom out in the hole.? PRO TIP: To know when to stop drilling a hole, use a piece of tape to mark the drill bit about a half inch longer than the actual anchor.

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At Picture Hang Solutions, we offer masonry hanging hardware such as Concrete Screws, Brick Clips, Wall Dog Screws, Lead Anchors #10-#14, and Lead Anchors Extra T-Lock.