Canvas hanging in Exeter
Professional canvas hanging services in Exeter and surrounding areas. Local, reliable handyman - no job too small.
Price Guide
£60
Typical Duration
15-20 mins
Location
Exeter, Devon
Canvas hung level on the wall at the height you want it. Quick job but done properly with the right fixings for your wall type.
One Less Thing on Your To-Do List
Got a canvas leaning against the wall for weeks? Just haven't got round to it? You're not alone.
Hanging a canvas sounds simple until you're stood there with a drill, wondering if you're about to go through a pipe, whether the hook will hold, and why nothing's quite level.
💡 Pro tip: Most "wonky" pictures aren't hung badly - they're hung with the wrong fixings that shift over time. Get it right first time.
Why Bother Getting Someone In?
Fair question. Here's what you get:
| ✅ Done Right | ❌ DIY Attempts |
|---|---|
| Level first time (I use a proper level) | "That looks about right..." |
| Right fixings for wall type | Wrong plugs that pull out |
| One pair of holes | Multiple attempts |
| Secure for years | Shifts after a week |
What's Included
🔧 The Service
- Assessment of wall type (solid, plasterboard, lath & plaster)
- Selection of appropriate fixings for canvas weight
- Level hanging at your chosen height
- Test for security before I leave
📦 You Get
- Canvas hung where you want it
- Fixings included in price
- No mess, no fuss
- Peace of mind it won't fall down
Pricing
| Scenario | Time | You'll Pay |
|---|---|---|
| Single canvas | 15-20 mins | £60 |
| Multiple canvases (gallery wall) | 30-45 mins | £60-£85 |
| Large heavy canvas | 20-30 mins | £60 |
Based on £60 minimum (first hour). Multiple items done together save you money.
Perfect If...
✅ You've been putting it off - been meaning to hang it for months
✅ It's heavy - worried about it falling down
✅ Old house walls - not sure what's behind the plaster
✅ Gallery wall - want multiple canvases spaced perfectly
Why Choose Us for Canvas hanging in Exeter?
Hung perfectly level first time
Right fixings for your wall type
No damage to your canvas frame
You just point, I hang it
What to Expect
Step 1: You Show Me
Tell me where you want it and roughly what height. I'll check the wall type and canvas weight.
Step 2: I Hang It
Mark the spot, drill if needed, fit the right fixings, hang it level. Takes about 15 minutes for a single canvas.
Step 3: Final Check
Make sure you're happy with the position and it's secure. Job done.
🔧 DIY Tips
Want to hang it yourself? Here's how:
🔧 Tools you'll need
- Spirit level
- Tape measure
- Drill (for solid walls) or just a hammer (for plasterboard picture hooks)
- Right fixings for your wall type
- Pencil
📏 Getting it right
- Hold the canvas against the wall to find the right height
- Measure from the top of the canvas to where the wire/hook sits when pulled tight
- Mark that distance UP from your desired canvas top position
- Use a level to mark a horizontal line
- This is where your wall fixing goes
🔨 Wall types
- Solid wall (brick/block): Drill hole, insert wall plug, screw in hook
- Plasterboard: Use plasterboard anchors or find a stud
- Lath & plaster: Gentle drilling, special plasterboard fixings work well
⚠️ Common mistakes
- Not accounting for where the wire/bracket sits on the canvas back
- Using fixings not rated for the weight
- Multiple attempts because you didn't check it's level first
- Drilling too hard in old plaster (cracks it)
💡 Pro trick: For heavy canvases on plasterboard, two fixings spread the load better than one. Position them where the frame's hanging bracket will sit.
Rather leave it to a pro? No problem - that's what I'm here for. Give me a call.
Good to Know
🎨 Got several things to hang? Bundle them together in one visit. You're already paying the £60 minimum, so adding extra items costs way less than separate callouts.
Multiple canvases? Measure and plan the spacing before I arrive. You can use painters tape on the wall to visualize the layout - saves time on the day.
Old Exeter houses? I'm used to wonky walls, lath and plaster, and mystery voids. Your walls won't surprise me.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can you hang heavy canvas prints?
Yes - I use proper fixings rated for the weight. Heavy canvas needs wall plugs or finding studs in plasterboard, not just picture hooks. I bring a range of fixings and use whatever's right for your wall and the canvas weight.
Will you damage the wall hanging my canvas?
Minimal holes only - usually just two small drill holes that disappear behind the canvas. If you ever take it down, a dab of filler sorts it. Much neater than DIY attempts with multiple failed holes!
Do I need to buy the fixings?
No - I bring a selection of hooks, screws, and wall plugs. I assess your wall type and canvas weight, then use the right fixing. It's all included in the price.
Can you hang multiple canvases in a gallery wall arrangement?
Absolutely. Gallery walls need careful spacing and level alignment - easy to mess up yourself. I can hang multiple canvases in a planned arrangement. Takes longer obviously, but you'll get a professional finish.
What if my walls are old lath and plaster?
Common in Exeter's older houses. Lath and plaster needs gentle drilling and the right wall plugs - it's more fragile than modern plasterboard. I've hung hundreds of pictures in old Devon properties, so your walls are in safe hands.
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