Conventional 30 lb Hook

About the product Conventional hooks, also called nickel hooks, are traditional hook-and-wire hangers with an angled nail and a special crimp design. These picture hangers are the  framing industry standard and ideal for hanging art, mirrors, home decor, and other similar wall-mounted items. Zinc-plated picture hook for drywall and wood-paneled walls Measures 1 1/16" long and 3/16" wide, nail measures 1 3/16" long and 16 gauge Holds up to 30 lbs Corrosion-resistant zinc finish Instructions Mark the position of the hanger on the wall using a pencil, then hold the conventional hook in the marked position. Hammer the nail gently into the nail socket until the hook is flush against the wall. Maintain the proper downward nail angle consistently; elongating the nail hole in the wall will reduce the shear strength of the hook. Do not overhammer as it will weaken the nail's grip, especially in drywall. If you encounter a metal stud, move the hook slightly to the left or right of the