It's called "album art" for a reason,vinyl records are a great option for spicing up a blank wall.They come in bright colors and eye-catching designs, but they also allow you to display your favorite music.Specialty frames can be used to hang your records.screw hooks are designed to let you take out records and play them before returning them to the wall.Attach sleeveless records to the wall with indoor mounting tape or thumbtacks if you want to use them as decoration.
Step 1: The wall has records on it.
There is a row of records across the wall.It is possible to arrange them in a square or rectangular shape in your space.To make it easier to slip one out and give it a spin, the best place to hang your records is near your record player.Determine your layout by considering the size of your record collection.If all the rows have the same number of records, the arrangement will look good.
Step 2: Purchase 4 screw hooks.
How many screw hooks you need depends on how many records you will be hanging up.Most hardware stores have L-shaped screw hooks.They are about 2 inches long.Both silver and gold finishes are used for screw hooks.Matching the hooks to other metallic accents in your room is a good idea.
Step 3: To get the bottom of your records to go, draw a line on the wall.
To mark where the bottom of your records should be, use a spirit level and pencil to draw a straight line across the wall.If the spirit level is positioned correctly, look at the bubble in the tube.If the bubble is centered between the two black lines, it is straight.If the bubble goes to one side, it's crooked.If you don't want to write on the wall, you can use painters' tape to mark the line.To make sure the tape is not crooked, use a spirit level with this method.
Step 4: Place the bottom hooks where you want them to be for the first record.
Put the two dots 10 inches apart along the straight line you just drew in the center of your layout.If you only hang a single row of records, these will hold the center record in the bottom row.There are two screws on the bottom of each record.One of the screws is positioned halfway up the record jacket to keep it from tipping off the wall.
Step 5: The side hook screws should be marked.
Measure 1.5 inches horizontally to the right, then 6.5 inches vertically, and mark with a dot, starting from the mark for the bottom screw.This is where the right side screw is located.Then, starting from the mark for the left bottom screw, measure 1.5 inches horizontally to the right and 6.5 inches vertically and mark with a dot.The left side screw is located here.The side screws should be at least 32 cm apart.This arrangement is easy to slip your record in and out of because there are no top screws.
Step 6: The other records should be marked with the screw holes.
The screws for each record should be the same spacing.There should be a 1 inch space between each record and the one next to it, meaning that the side screws for separate records should also be separated.The left bottom screw should be at least 10 cm from the right one.
Step 7: Attach the screws to the wall you marked.
After you've marked the location of all the screws, you should be able to put them in the wall.To begin the process, make a small hole in the wallboard with a nail.Use your hand to twist the screw.Make sure the screws are straight.The L part of the bottom screw hooks should point up when the screw sticks out from the wall.The screws should point towards the record.
Step 8: Place the records between the side screws and on the bottom hooks.
You can slide the records into their slots if all the screws are attached to the wall.If you want to play them, you can pull them out or replace them with a new record.It's never a good idea to put additional pressure on the screw hooks, which can be ripped out of the wall.
Step 9: For each row in your layout, repeat the process.
Use a spirit level to draw a horizontal line from the top edge of the records that are displayed on the wall.This is the basis for your next set of hooks.The rows of screws should line up vertically.
Step 10: Buy frames for accessibility.
Specialty record frames have different pros and cons.The frames have a front that opens and closes for easy access to the records.One of the more expensive frame options is the best for a collector who wants to play their records frequently.Since they are more expensive than other display options, frames may be a better option for displaying a small number of records.
Step 11: For a decorative option, go with plain plastic frames.
These are the most economical and come in packs of 10 or 20.They make it difficult to access your albums and can sometimes be too thin to hold the sleeve with the record inside of it.One of these square frames could be used to display a record sleeve or the actual album.Since it will almost certainly get scratched by the frame, don't use a record that you plan to play again.
Step 12: Take your gatefold albums and put them in a wall hanger.
This frame has a top and bottom rail, which allows you to slide albums in and out.Since there is no glass front, these are a great option for displaying thicker or gatefold albums.These are a more economical option.
Step 13: The wall has records on it.
The records can be hung in a row or a square.When choosing a layout, think about the size of your collection.If all the rows have the same number of records, the display will look better.
Step 14: Measure and mark where you want the records to hang.
Parchment paper can be used to map out the positioning of multiple records.One rule of thumb is to leave 1 inch between frames, but you can space them out further.Make sure they are evenly distributed.
Step 15: Attach the frame to the wall with tape.
If you check the instructions on your particular brand of tape, you should clean and dry the area wall where you are applying the tape.Pull the backing off one side and press it to the frame.Press the tape firmly into the wall after removing the other backing.Double check that the tape you choose is strong enough to support the frame.Most mounting tapes have a weight limit on them.If you're renting and don't want to leave permanent marks on the walls, this is a great option.
Step 16: Attach the frame with a nail and wire.
Attach a nail to the wall with a hammer at a slight upwards angle, then slide the frame over the nail into position.To make sure the frame is straight, use a level.Some frames, such as those with top and bottom rails, may come with screws.Attach the frame to the wall using a screwdriver and level.
Step 17: You should plan out how the records will be arranged.
Determine the shape of your layout first.You can arrange your records in either a single straight line or a square or rectangular configuration.You can either space the records out with several inches in between or line them up so their edges touch.If you use records that you don't plan to play, this display option will scratch up the records.If you have selected records with brightly colored labels, lay them out in a rainbow pattern.They should be arranged so the colors are evenly distributed.If you have enough records to cover the entire wall or ceiling, consider lining them up edge to edge.
Step 18: Attach records to the wall with painter's tape to test your layout.
Attach the pieces of painter's tape to the back of the records by tearing off two pieces.To test out the layout you have settled on, stick the record to the wall with the rest of your records.To draw a straight horizontal line, use a spirit level.The bottom edge of your records should be aligned with this line.
Step 19: You can display your records with strips of indoor mounting tape.
Stick the strips of tape on the back of the record.Press the record firmly against the wall after removing the tape backing.Continue with the rest of your records until you finish your layout.You can use thumbtacks to attach it to the wall.This will leave a hole in the wall.