There’s no one-size-fits-all way for how to hang picture frames because there’s so much variation in shape, size, and design but these tips will help you with the basics so you can fill up some wall space with perfectly level photos and art.
Strength
When hanging a picture, it’s best to drive the nail into a wall stud for superior strength. But chances are you’re not going to. Studs are typically spaced 16 inches on center and are only 1½ inches thick, so the chance that a stud will be in the same place where you want to hang your picture is remote you’re much more likely to tap the nail into a void between two studs. And for small- to medium-size pictures, that’s okay.