Multiple picture hanging in Exeter
Professional multiple picture hanging services in Exeter and surrounding areas. Local, reliable handyman - no job too small.
Price Guide
£60-£85
Typical Duration
1-1.5 hrs
Location
Exeter, Devon
Multiple pictures hung level and secure in one visit. I'll help you arrange them, use the right fixings for your wall, and make sure everything's perfectly straight.
Stop Living With That Pile Of Frames
You bought the frames. You've got the photos ready. They've been leaning against the wall for six months because you keep putting off the drilling.
Or worse - you tried once, got three hung, realised they're not level, and now they irritate you every time you walk past.
💡 Pro tip: The trick to gallery walls is laying everything out on the floor first. Work out the spacing there, then transfer measurements to the wall. Saves a fortune in filler.
Why DIY Picture Hanging Goes Wrong
| ✅ Done Right | ❌ What Usually Happens |
|---|---|
| Pictures arranged with consistent gaps | Random spacing, wonky arrangement |
| Each one checked level individually | "It looks level from here..." |
| Right fixing for wall type and weight | Everything gets the same basic hook |
| Measured from consistent reference points | Eyeballed and hoped for best |
What You Get
🔧 The Full Service
| Stage | What Happens |
|---|---|
| Plan | Work out arrangement and spacing |
| Mark | Measure and mark every position |
| Hang | Right fixings, check level, hang securely |
📦 You're Left With
- All pictures perfectly level
- Proper fixings that'll last
- Clean, professional arrangement
- No more frames propped on furniture
Pricing Guide
| Number of Pictures | Estimated Time | You'll Pay |
|---|---|---|
| 3-5 small frames | 45 mins - 1 hr | £60 |
| 6-10 medium frames | 1-1.5 hrs | £60-£85 |
| Gallery wall (10-15 frames) | 1.5-2 hrs | £85-£110 |
| Large or very heavy frames | Add 15-30 mins each | +£25-£50 |
Based on £60 minimum (first hour) + £50/hr after. Basic fixings included - specialist heavy-duty fixings charged at cost.
Perfect For
✅ Gallery walls - multiple frames arranged artistically
✅ Family photo collections - all the frames you've been meaning to hang
✅ Stairway pictures - following the angle of the stairs
✅ Large heavy artwork - needs proper wall fixings
✅ Old houses - dealing with lath and plaster or crumbly walls
Why Choose Us for Multiple picture hanging in Exeter?
All pictures perfectly level
Right fixings for your wall type
Arranged with proper spacing
Heavy frames hung securely
What to Expect
Step 1: Work Out The Layout
We'll lay frames on the floor to get spacing right, or I can follow your plan if you've already decided. Measure everything properly.
Step 2: Mark And Level
Transfer the layout to your wall with careful measurements. Mark positions, check they're level, measure gaps.
Step 3: Hang Securely
Drill and fix using the right fixings for your wall type. Check each frame's level as it goes up. Test they're secure.
🔧 DIY Tips
Want to hang your own pictures? Here's how to get them level:
🔧 Tools you'll need
- Spirit level (essential!)
- Tape measure
- Pencil
- Drill with masonry bits
- Picture hooks or wall plugs
- Hammer
- Optional: laser level for multiple pictures
📏 Getting the layout right
- Lay all frames on floor in your planned arrangement
- Measure the gaps between frames (keep consistent)
- Measure from ceiling/corners to first picture position
- Transfer those measurements to wall
- Mark lightly with pencil
🔨 Hanging technique
- Eye level is roughly 145-150cm from floor for center of picture
- In groups, treat them as one large shape at eye level
- Use a spirit level for EVERY frame - your eye lies
- Measure from top of frame to hanging point on back
- Subtract that from your wall mark to find hook position
⚠️ Common mistakes
- Hanging too high (lower than you think!)
- Not checking level - "close enough" isn't
- Wrong fixings for wall type
- Uneven spacing in groups
💡 Pro trick: For heavy pictures on plasterboard, find a stud if possible. If you can't, use proper plasterboard anchors rated for the weight. The little plastic plugs you bash in won't hold anything heavy.
Rather leave it to a pro? No problem - that's what I'm here for. Give me a call.
Good to Know
🎨 Not sure about arrangement? I can help. Some people have a clear vision, others need to see options. We can try a few layouts on the floor before committing to drilling.
Multiple rooms? Do them all in one visit - I'm already set up with tools and fixings.
Rental property? Ask your landlord first, but most don't mind small picture hooks. For heavy items, I can use fixings that leave smaller holes that are easier to fill when you leave.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many pictures can you hang in an hour?
Depends on the size and your wall type. Small photos on plasterboard with picture hooks - maybe 8-10. Large heavy frames needing wall plugs and careful leveling - probably 4-5. I'd rather do fewer and get them perfect than rush.
Can you help me decide where they should go?
Yes - I can lay them out on the floor to show spacing, help you get heights right, make sure it looks balanced. Some people know exactly what they want, others need a bit of guidance. Either's fine.
What if I've got plasterboard walls?
Then we use proper plasterboard fixings - the right type for the weight. Regular picture hooks work for small frames, but anything heavy needs self-drilling anchors or toggle bolts. I carry both.
Will you mark where the holes go before drilling?
Always. I measure everything twice, mark with pencil, check it's level, then drill. Once there's a hole in your wall we can't undo it, so I make sure first.
Can you do gallery walls with lots of frames?
That's exactly what this service is for. We lay them all out on the floor, work out the spacing, then I transfer that arrangement to your wall. Takes a bit longer but looks really effective when it's done.
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