Not so when it comes to brick because no nail is going to tap right into that.
Picture hanging masonry walls.
The right way to hang your picture frames on solid brick walls you would be forgiven for thinking that anyone can surely know how to hang a picture frame.
Most people opt for hanging their pictures at eye level on open walls and higher if the picture is going over a fireplace.
Not sure if you have drywall or plaster.
If it goes in it s drywall.
Push a pin in the wall.
If the nails will be exposed choose the style based on appearance.
Two examples are brick clips by a company called.
All masonry nails are strong enough for picture hanging but they should go into the wall 1 1 4 to 1 1 2 inches deep for maximum holding power.
Standard masonry nails have a thick fluted shank and a dull gray finish.
If using a plastic anchor gently insert it onto your drilled hole and lightly tap it with a hammer until flush with the brick wall.
Devices called brick clips or brick hangers allow people to hang pictures mirrors and other objects on walls without drilling into the brick.
Knock some nails into the wall attach the brackets and voila job done.
If you need to hang a group of pictures place the largest picture in the middle and have the center of the group be at 57 inches 145 cm.
You will need a special masonry concrete screw and most come with anchor sleeves.