You can find these felt pads at most large retailers that sell home supply goods.

D-rings come in different sizes, so you’ll want to make sure that you choose D-rings that can bear the weight of your mirror. You can buy D-rings at any home improvement store.

Your wire should be around 10 centimetres (3. 9 in) longer than the width of your mirror’s frame.

Make sure the wire is taut when you pull on it. When you pull on it, the wire should also not rise above the top of the frame.

Plaster and lath is harder, thicker, and more brittle than drywall. If you’re unsure what type of wall you have, try to push a pushpin into the wall. A pushpin will go right into drywall but not plaster. [8] X Research source

If you’re using a bathroom scale, weigh yourself first and then weigh yourself as you’re holding the mirror. The difference will be the weight of your mirror.

The magnet you use will have to be strong, so simple magnets from your refrigerator probably won’t work. If you can’t hang the mirror from a stud, drill pilot holes and install anchors in the wall. [11] X Expert Source David JulienDIY Specialist Expert Interview. 20 January 2021.

If you’re hanging a heavier mirror, have someone help you get the mirror into position.

Hardware weight limits should be listed on the packages they come in. [14] X Research source

Using two fasteners will also reduce the likelihood that your mirror will fall.

Measure out horizontally from the second mark to make sure your fasteners are evenly spaced.

This second mark indicates the future position of your hanging wire.

These marks will be where you put in your hooks.

Picture hangers come in a variety of sizes and have different weight limits, so make sure the weight limit listed on the hardware packaging is higher than the weight of your mirror.

Once you’ve tapped in your two picture hangers, step back and make sure they look level from a distance.

If you’re working with a very heavy mirror, you must screw it directly into a wall stud.

Always remember to use caution when operating an electric drill or other power tool.