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Hanging a 200 pound mirror

4 years ago

Need help finding someone to hang a large 7 foot × 5 foot mirror on the wall

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  • 4 years ago

    Very nice mirror and it looks great with that cool bench! Hanging the mirror is not a difficult job but you may have trouble finding someone to come to your house for such a small job. You might have to line up a few other small jobs that a handyman or contractor can do to make the visit to your house worthwhile.

  • 4 years ago

    This is not the place to find someone to hang a mirror for you. This is a worldwide discussion forum; we can give you all kinds of advice about whether you should hang that mirror, if it’s appropriate for the space, if it’s the right size and finish, or even if you should have a mirror at all.

    After all, I’m in Missouri and a person I know who could hang your mirror might not be interested in traveling to wherever-in-the-world-you-are.

  • 4 years ago

    Great suggestions. Thank you !

  • 4 years ago

    Home Depot has French cleat hangers for things up to 300lbs


    Product Details

    Secure hanging mirrors and picture frames to a wall with this OOK French cleat hanging system. The steel construction features anti-corrode technology for lasting use, while the silver finish ensures a modern look. Featuring a French cleat design, this hanging system uses friction and gravity to hold wall decor or other hanging objects in place. This OOK French cleat hanging system comes with mounting hardware and instructions for easy installation.

    • Recommended for mounting wall picture frames or other objects
    • "French cleat design secures hanging objects to a wall
    • "Dimensions: 30 in. H x 1.49 in. W x 0.41 in. D
    • "Steel construction in a silver finish delivers classic style
    • Compatible with drywall, brick and other surfaces
  • 4 years ago

    Simple DIYs like this remind me of the thread that talked about Home Ec and Shop classes. There are skills home owners NEED!!

  • 4 years ago

    @arcy_gw Former Home Ec teacher (now called Family & Consumer Science) so sad that that skills are no longer taught

  • 4 years ago

    French cleat is the only way.

  • 4 years ago

    There are people out there that make a living hanging art/mirrors/sculptures/etc. I would contact local independently owned art framing shops in your area and ask them if they can recommend someone.

  • 4 years ago

    I agree that the lack of teaching practical skills in our education system is a loss. Homeowners do need a basic toolkit and skills to use them.

    Hanging this mirror is not a simple DIY job. Classic DIY tasks are for one somewhat skilled person assisted by a second person whose duties may include cheerleading and providing liquid refreshments. This mirror is large, heavy, breakable and expensive so not a candidate for DIY. 

    First person I would ask for a referral is whoever sold you the mirror, unless it was a garage or estate sale find. Next, ask your friend or family member in the trades if they know anyone who they would trust with such a task. Perhaps you may know someone who is a retired contractor who might be able to provide some direction. Go to a paint store and look at the contractor's business cards and chat with the counter staff...painters are used to working inside, not damaging furnishings and have ladders. Put out a request on Next-door or Facebook if all else fails, just be sure to ask for references.

  • 4 years ago

    Love all the great suggestions..I bought the mirror from Anthropology and they do not hang mirrors .I want to Tank everyone for all the great suggestions. 🙂

  • 4 years ago
    last modified: 4 years ago

    I think the mirror is too big for the space; it is reflecting just the hall and rug; not sure it should be hung on a wall; consider leaning it in another room.


  • 4 years ago

    Put out an ad on craigslist. I did this years ago when I needed help moving something.

  • 4 years ago

    Anthropologie recommends that the large mirror not be hung. They suggest leaning it and using the hardware they provide to secure it

  • 4 years ago

    Sorry, no help, but it's a super nice mirror.