How to Hang OnStones

At OnStone, we’re committed to reducing unnecessary carbon in our products. In most cases, there’s no need for wires or D-rings, as OnStones come with a natural hanging option—the frame itself.

Important Considerations

OnStones are semi-fragile, similar to a plate. If they fall onto a surface harder than the stone itself, they can break. Choose your hanging method carefully based on your space and needs

Hanging Methods

1. Hanging from the Timber Frame (Recommended)

🔹 How: Use two 45mm screws per print. [Watch Video]

✅ Pros:
ᐧ Easy to install
ᐧ Sits flush against the wall
ᐧ Stays straight

⚠️ Cons:
ᐧ Requires two screw holes per frame
ᐧ Slightly more vulnerable in high-impact areas (e.g., strong winds, door slams, children, or flying objects)

2. Hanging from D-Rings on Two hanging Hooks

🔹 How: Attach D-rings to two wall hooks. [Watch Video]

✅ Pros:
ᐧ Most secure option
ᐧ Preferred by professional hangers
ᐧ Sits well and stays straight

⚠️ Cons:
ᐧ Requires careful measurements
ᐧ Fiddly to place D-rings onto nails
ᐧ Two small nail holes per frame

3. Hanging with 3M Canvas Hangers (Recommended for Small & Medium OnStones)

🔹 How: Follow 3M’s instructions carefully. [Watch Video]

✅ Pros:
ᐧ No wall damage
ᐧ Easy to apply
ᐧ Sits flush against the wall

⚠️ Cons:
ᐧ Not suitable for Large (& above) OnStones or high impact areas
ᐧ Must follow adhesion instructions precisely

4. Hiring a Professional Hanger

🔹 If you’re in Victoria we can recommend a few that work with OnStone regularly

✅ Pros:
ᐧ Hassle-free, permanent solution

⚠️ Cons:
ᐧ Additional cost

💡 Tip: If using a professional hanger, let us know in your order, and we’ll ensure your OnStones are fitted with D-rings. 

5. Hanging with Wire (Not Recommended)

While wire adds security against wall movement, we don’t use it in our studio due to its drawbacks.

⚠️ Cons:
ᐧ Causes the stone to lean forward
ᐧ Requires frequent straightening
ᐧ Adds unnecessary carbon footprint
ᐧ Includes two holes in the wall

6. Standing Your OnStone (For Small Sizes Only)

Only small OnStones are designed to stand on mantels. We offer two depths:
ᐧ 35mm depth: For wall hanging
ᐧ 45mm depth: For mantel standing
ᐧ If you need a mantel-standing version, add a note to your order: “Mantel standing.”

Tools for Hanging

If you’re creating a gallery wall, our hanging map simplifies installation. Once your design is approved, we print a full-scale template—secure to your wall with masking tape and use a level on the top of a few frame markers.  

Note: Make sure you confirm your hanging option when ordering so we can add screw or 3M Canvas hang indicators. 

🛠 Other Tools You May Need:
ᐧ Screws (for plasterboard) or nails (for timber) or 3M Canvas Hanger (plasterboard + brick)
      ᐧ If you’ve selected the latter option, you’ll need to cut out the 3M sections on the map so you’ll need a cutting mat and scalpel.
ᐧ Hammer or screwdriver
ᐧ Level
ᐧ Pencil
ᐧ Ruler
ᐧ Blu Tac (for bottom-corner stabilization)

🛠 Tools Required for Canvas Hangers:  
ᐧ 3M Canvas Hangers [Shown in Video]
ᐧ Wall degreaser
ᐧ Level
ᐧ Ruler
ᐧ Blu Tac (for stabilization)

💡 Tip: You can add a small amount of Blu Tac to the base for extra stability

Final Notes

✔ Framed stone is slightly lighter than glass prints and can be securely supported with two anchor points.
✔ While most adhesive hangers are unreliable, 3M Canvas Hangers are the only recommended option.

💬 Need Help?
We offer additional guidance for:
ᐧ Mounting on brick
ᐧ No-hole hanging solutions
ᐧ Mantel display options

📧 Contact us at [email protected] for support.

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