HOW TO INSTALL A SECURE-T HANGING SYSTEM FOR WOOD FRAMES

There are numerous safety and security hanging systems available on the market. Protecting your art from tremors, rambunctious children, and theft, T-screw hangers, also known as T-lock hangers, are a simple security hanging hardware that will keep your artwork from falling off the wall. It will deter theft, though it is not strong enough to absolutely prevent it. This article provides instructions on how to install a T-screw hanging system at home.

Summary Tools Hardware Steps Drill Measuring tape Level Pliers Metal plates Brackets T-screw Screws Special wrench Install plates Mount brackets Affix T-screw Mount frame and lock T-screw

Hardware

Your secure-T hanging system should come with the following hardware. The quanitity will vary depending on the size of your frame.
	Wrench with secure-T screw

Step 1. Install Plates to Wood Frame

On the top bar of the frame's reverse side, place two metal plates on each side of the bar, measuring 1-1/2" from the edge of the frame to the centre of the plate. Attach each plate using screws on both sides. On the bottom bar of the frame's reverse, place the third metal plate on the centre of the bar, attaching it with screws on both sides.

Step 2. Mount brackets onto Wall

Mount the first bracket onto the wall to determine the height of the frame. Mount the second bracket onto the wall at the same height as the first bracket. The distance between the centre of each bracket should be the same distance as "X" in figure 1 (the distance between the centres of the two metal plates you mounted onto the wooden frame). Hook the metal plates onto the brackets, the placement of the brackets should correspond with the metal plates on the back of the frame. Use a level to check the alignment of the brackets. If it is not aligned, adjust accordingly.

Step 3. Affix the T-screw onto the Wall

To determine the placement of your T-screw, gently press the bottom edge of your frame against the wall. The metal plate behind your frame should have "dimples" on the centre of the plate which will leave an impression on the wall. Using a drill bit adapter, screw your T-screw directly in the middle of these impressions, making sure height of the T-screw from the wall is level with the height of the brackets. If you do not have a drill bit adapter, you may use pliers. If the T-screw is too high, simply twist the screw clockwise into the wall. If the T-screw is too low, untwist the screw counterclockwise so it is level with the brackets. Leave the T-Screw parallel to the slot in which it will sit.

Step 4. Mount Frame and Rotate T-Screw 90 Deg Clockwise

You will now rotate your T-screw from the horizontal to the vertical position by turning the wrench 90 degrees clockwise. Before mounting your frame onto the wall, practice turning the T-screw with the special wrench. Don't forget to rotate it back after you have practiced! Then, hook your frame onto the brackets at the top and push the bottom of the frame onto the T-screw. If your frame is aligned with the hardware on the wall, it should slot smoothly into place. With your frame in place, slide the wrench behind the frame to rotate the T-screw. You frame should now be securely fastened in place. Test your handiwork by very gently pulling the frame from the wall. If your frame shifts, make adjustments as necessary.

Purchasing Secure-T Screws

	Product Name	Reg. Price	Sales Price
	Secure-T Screw	$1.10	$0.95
	Secure-T System for Metal Frames	$4.00	$3.25
	Secure-T System for Wood Frames	$5.00	$4.5
	Secure-T Wrenches	$5.00	$4.49

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