How To Hang Large Wall Map

Gently roll it in the opposite direction it was packed in to take out some of its natural curvature.

How to hang large wall map.

At the time of publication the most recent version of the national geographic world map mural is 2013. A couple of rolls should do it but please be careful. If you want to frame your map with corner molding. The frame is put onto the back of your plate with the included glue.

Use two nails or screws in the wall to hang up your print. I knew i would have to buy some wallpaper hanging supplies but i didn t anticipate that they would cost almost as much as the mural. Pull it out of the tube and lay it on a clean flat surface. The directions on the package were sufficient for us.

This invisible aluminium frame is very easy to use and creates a floating look with a 3 cm gap to the wall. Attach the second wood piece to the bottom of the map the same way. Then it has to rest for 24 hours before hanging it up. I found the best option was to buy 3 sheets of white poster board tape them together with white duct tape so they were large enough to fit the map.

Staple the top of the poster to the back of the top wood piece with a staple gun. Decide where you are hanging your map then measure and mark the wall lightly where the top corners will hit. The mural is actually three latex coated panels that are hung like wallpaper. We ve listed our favourite ways to hang our wall maps below but before you start take a minute to properly prepare your map.

Painting the edges first is not necessary. Place the command strips along the edges of the foam board s backside. To do this measure and mark the insulation then use the t square as a guide and score the insulation with the utility blade. I liked the poster board because it wasn t too thick and the map still looks like it s on paper.

Easiest picture hanging ever.