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Showcase your artwork in style

A beautiful and stylish frame is the perfect way to showcase any work of art, whether it’s a child’s first drawing or a treasured piece rediscovered in the loft. When hanging your artwork, it’s important to get the layout absolutely right – and for that you need the deep hole construction pencil from edding. Thanks to this pencil’s extra-long metal tip, it’s incredibly easy to mark up even the most hard-to-reach places. What’s more, your marks will be easy to see as well as simple to erase once you’re done. Read on for some top tips for hassle-free picture hanging.

Category: Home decor
Products: Special solutions
Materials: Concrete and stone
Paper, carton and cardboard
Wood
Difficulty: Easy peasy
Downloads: Images (ZIP)

Step-by-step

Step 1

To make sure that your picture frame is as straight as possible, start by measuring your frame and marking out the top-left corner on the wall using some string held in place with adhesive tape.

Step 2

Use a spirit level to make sure that the string is horizontal.

Step 3

Next, measure out the right-hand edge of your frame and mark it on the wall using string. Check that the string is straight using the spirit level.

Step 4

The edding 8880 deep hole construction pencil comes in a sturdy protective holster. To extend the nib, press the button on the end of the pencil. Next, use the pencil to mark the top-left corner of your frame, followed by the top-right corner.