"Senin" wrote in message
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I want to hang a framed mirror over my fireplace. The thing must
weigh 50 lb. I want to make sure its secure. The stud is not
exactly in the right place. What do you guys think about thos hooks
into the dry wall such as
http://www.drywallhooks.com/servlet/Categories
"Spring Steel: Spring steel provides high yielding strength without
the Heavy Duty Wall Hanger loosing it's original shape. This allows
for heavy objects to be hung and not fearing of the product "buckling"
under too much stress.

Revolutionary Design: Requires NO TOOLS! No longer will you need to
use"

Are these too good to be true, or do they work?

Thanks

I would only use a quality mirror hook and a #8 screw or tapcon screw (which
depends on wood or brick) to secure it.

I used to have to import them from Chicago but the local Lowes now stocks
them in the picture hanging section. I have installed some really large
heavy mirrors ( like 5x8 feet framed) using no more than 2 hooks.

Don't recall the brand name. They are blister packed, green images or
background on the packaging. About $6 a pair. Use screws not the included
nails for most secure installation.


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