Sunday, December 22, 2013

Buying A Quilt Design Wall Hanger

By Harriett Crosby


When one has a beautiful item for hanging, a quilt design wall hanger is a perfect solution. It not only displays the item in an artistic manner but does not damage it in any way. Tabs do not have to be sewn on and no holes have to be made in the fabric.

There are many different designs available and selection of a particular style will depend on your own taste and the style of your home. For example, in a country style house, a style including a shelf and a plate groove is appropriate. Instead of detracting from your decor, it should add to it.

Not all of these hangers work in the same way. Many of them work like a clamp, with two rails and some knobs. One places the edge of the fabric between the rails and tightens the knobs. More knobs are needed if a hanging is really heavy. A binding groove on the rails at the lower, inner sides makes sure that the hanging does not slip out or hang unevenly. The ways of attaching hangers to the walls also varies with the use of keyhole slots being a popular method.

As there are numerous companies offering these items, it is important to select a reputable one. Reading online reviews is one way of finding out more about its reliability. Once you have made a decision, you will need to place an order, choosing your size, style, type of wood and finish. Some companies do offer customization of sizes and other details like cut-outs on shelves and decorative knobs.

Woods like walnut, cherry, oak, maple and pine can be selected. They may be stained, painted or treated with lacquers, depending on the type of wood. The wood and type of finish chosen depends entirely on your personal taste and decor style. You may choose to buy unfinished hangers and stain or paint them yourself. A paint-grade maple is an excellent smooth wood if you want a paint finish.

The finish on the item is very important as you do not want one that will transfer to your hanging. There are suppliers who use lacquers for finishing that prevent any natural wood oils or stains from penetrating the fabric. Some recommend wrapping a piece of natural muslin around the top edge before clamping it to protect it from staining.

One should measure the width and length of a hanging before placing an order. If hangers extend too far beyond the edges, this may cause sagging and look unattractive. The length must be at least as long as a hanging and an inch or two longer on each side is acceptable. Most times one of the standard sizes offered suffice but if not some companies do offer to customize the size.

A quilt design wall hanger attractively displays your hanging with firm support. It should not cause uneven pressure points or holes which damage the fibers. Select a reputable company with a good track record and you will have an item that is not only an addition to your home but displays the beauty of your hanging to its best advantage.




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