KEEP IT STRAIGHT
YOUR ART IS READY TO HANG!
Measure the distance from the ceiling to the top of the frame (get someone to hold it for you while you measure) and mark this point on the wall. Then turn the piece around and tug the string gently upwards to full tension, as gravity will pull the artwork down as it is hanging. Measure the difference between the peak of this and the top of the frame, and add this difference below the point on the wall. This is the line at which your picture hook(s) should be affixed with a hammer and nail. Hang your artwork and check it is straight using a spirit level. You are now an expert!
felt pads on each of the corners to protect your walls. They are then carefully checked over by hand. You can see on the back of the artwork which member of our team looked after yours.
Each of our artworks is hand-finished and expertly strung by our specialist team before they leave Castle HQ. Depending on the weight and size, they are fitted with D-ring or heavy-duty strap hangers and a moisture-resistant nylon string, along with
GET CREATIVE
Above all else, hanging your new artwork should be enjoyable. Don’t be afraid to experiment with different locations: hanging art along your staircase can create a window effect, while in the kitchen it can add a pop of colour to plain walls and surfaces. Hanging styles can also transform the appearance of your space. Originating in 17th-century Paris, the ‘salon wall’ features artworks from different genres in contrasting shapes and sizes, meaning you can mix portraiture, floral, contemporary and classic art for a unique display that showcases your personality. For a more modern approach, you could take inspiration from the Bauhaus movement and dedicate an entire wall to a statement piece. Whatever you choose to do, make sure it feels special to you and your home.
ART INSTALLATION SERVICE
If you’d like to enjoy your new artwork straight away, our friendly and knowledgeable specialist team can carefully deliver and install your artwork(s) in your chosen space via our art installation service. This includes:
You can choose a two-hour window from Monday to Saturday to suit your schedule, and you’ll also receive a courtesy call 30 minutes before our team arrives. Then you can sit back and relax, and we’ll take care of everything else! Speak to one of our friendly art consultants to find out more about this optional service.
• Full health and safety checks • Expertise on the positioning • Contact-free installation • Professional cleaning of artwork and removal of packaging
“There’s no better feeling than seeing a collector happy with their new artwork. It is such a privilege to be able to see homes
transformed by art every day.” - NICK CHERRINGTON, SHIPPING SUPERVISOR
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