Tapestry hanging in Exeter
Professional tapestry hanging services in Exeter and surrounding areas. Local, reliable handyman - no job too small.
Price Guide
£60
Typical Duration
20-30 mins
Location
Exeter, Devon
Tapestry hung properly on your wall - level, secure, without damaging fabric or wall. Professional fixing that looks clean and holds the weight safely.
Don't Ruin A Nice Tapestry
You've got a beautiful tapestry. Could be an antique, could be from your travels, could be a nice modern one from Etsy.
You want it on your wall. But you're worried about damaging it with nails or tacks. Or you don't know how to hang something that big and floppy and heavy.
So it stays folded in a drawer instead of on display where it should be.
I hang tapestries properly. Using the sleeve/pocket at the top, or Velcro, or a clip system - whatever's right for your tapestry. Mounted securely to the wall, perfectly level, looks great.
💡 Pro tip: Most proper tapestries have a sleeve along the top edge designed for hanging. That's the best way - slide a wooden batten through and mount the batten to the wall.
Hung Properly vs DIY Disaster
| ✅ Professional Hanging | ❌ DIY Attempt |
|---|---|
| Perfectly level | Wonky and obvious |
| Secure fixings for weight | Falls down or pulls out |
| No damage to tapestry | Pin holes or tears in fabric |
| Clean hidden mounting | Visible nails/mess |
What You Get
🔧 The Hanging
| Stage | What Happens |
|---|---|
| Assess | Check tapestry and wall, decide best mounting method |
| Prepare | Batten or mounting system ready |
| Fix | Mount securely to wall (right fixings for wall type) |
| Hang | Tapestry attached/hung from mounting |
| Level | Adjusted until perfectly straight |
📦 You're Left With
- Tapestry displayed beautifully
- Hung level and secure
- No damage to fabric
- Clean professional look
Pricing Guide
| Situation | Estimated Time | You'll Pay |
|---|---|---|
| Standard tapestry (batten method) | 20-30 mins | £60 |
| Large/heavy tapestry | 30-45 mins | £60 |
| Multiple tapestries | 45 mins-1 hr | £60-£85 |
£60 minimum callout. Batten/hanging rod extra if I'm supplying it (£5-15).
Perfect For Your Situation If...
✅ Nice tapestry - want it displayed not stored
✅ Worried about damaging it - need proper hanging method
✅ Large or heavy - needs secure mounting
✅ Old walls - need someone who knows what fixings to use
Why Choose Us for Tapestry hanging in Exeter?
Hung perfectly level
Won't damage tapestry or wall
Secure fixing for the weight
Hidden fixings, clean look
What to Expect
Step 1: Check The Tapestry
See if it has a hanging sleeve, what it's made of, how heavy it is. Decide best hanging method.
Step 2: Prepare Mounting
If using batten method, cut batten to right length. Check wall for studs or best fixing points.
Step 3: Mount To Wall
Fix batten or mounting system to wall using proper fixings for your wall type. Check it's level.
Step 4: Hang & Adjust
Hang tapestry from the mounting, make sure it hangs straight and even.
🔧 DIY Tips
You can hang a tapestry yourself if you're careful:
🔧 What you'll need
- Wooden batten or curtain rod (width of tapestry)
- Wall fixings appropriate to your wall
- Drill
- Spirit level
- Pencil
🔧 Batten hanging method
- Measure width of tapestry sleeve
- Cut batten to fit (slightly shorter than sleeve width)
- Sand batten so it's smooth (won't snag fabric)
- Slide batten through sleeve
- Mark wall where you want top of tapestry
- Fix batten to wall at those points
- Check it's level before final tightening
📏 Wall fixing tips
- Solid wall: Use wall plugs and screws
- Plasterboard: Use plasterboard anchors or find studs
- Heavy tapestry: Use multiple fixing points spread across batten
⚠️ Common DIY mistakes
- Not checking if it's level (really obvious when it's wonky)
- Wrong fixings for wall type (pulls out)
- Batten too rough (snags delicate fabric)
- Not enough fixing points for weight
- Marking wrong height (measure from floor to get it right)
💡 Pro trick: For really heavy tapestries, screw through the batten into the wall at multiple points. Spreads the load and prevents sagging.
Rather leave it to a pro? No problem - that's what I'm here for. Give me a call.
Good to Know
🎨 Antique or valuable tapestries: If it's genuinely valuable, worth using museum-standard hanging methods (acid-free Velcro or specialized hangers). I can do that if needed.
No hanging sleeve? I can sew one on if you want the batten method, or use Velcro (one strip on wall, one sewn to tapestry back). Velcro's removable if you want to take it down seasonally.
Direct sunlight? Tapestries fade in direct sun. Worth hanging on a wall that doesn't get strong sunlight all day. Or use UV-filtering glass if you're framing it.
Multiple tapestries? If you're doing a gallery wall of fabric art, I can hang them all at consistent heights and spacing. Looks much more professional than eyeballing it.
Outdoor use? If you want to hang a tapestry outside (for parties, weddings, etc.), need weather-resistant hanging method. Can advise on temporary outdoor hanging solutions.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do you hang a tapestry without damaging it?
Usually with a wooden batten or rod through the top sleeve/pocket (most tapestries have one). The batten mounts to the wall, tapestry hangs from it. No nails or tacks through the actual fabric.
What if my tapestry doesn't have a pocket at the top?
Can use Velcro strips, a clip system, or sew a sleeve onto it if you want. I'll advise the best method for your specific tapestry and wall type.
Can you hang heavy tapestries?
Yes - heavy ones need proper wall fixings. I use the right anchors for your wall type (plasterboard, solid wall, etc.) so it's secure. Size and weight determine the fixing method.
Will you get it level?
Absolutely - tapestries are big and obvious, so if they're wonky it really shows. I'll get it perfectly level using a spirit level.
Can you hang it on any wall?
Pretty much - solid walls, plasterboard, old plaster. Method varies but can always find a way to mount it securely. Might need different fixings for different walls.
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