Gradually reduce your hold on the mirror until it is fully supported by the cleat.
How to hang up a wall mirror.
Make sure you have enough space on the wall for the mirror and otherwise decide how you want it positioned relative to other items on the wall and in the room.
Mark the location of the top edge and the center of the frame.
They should fit together like jigsaw pieces.
Finding a stud can be useful but not necessary if you have a strong enough hanger.
Lift the mirror into place and lock the two cleat hooks together.
Find a place to hang the mirror.
Set the mirror down.
Note if you ve used wood glue to secure the mirror s cleat be sure to wait until the glue is completely dry before hanging the mirror.
Hold the mirror against the wall at the desired position.
Use anchors if the bottom cleat isn t lined up over wall studs.