Creative Ways to Hang a Tapestry in Your Home
Are you looking to spruce up your space without the commitment of painting or the hassle of creating a gallery wall? Hanging a tapestry is a fantastic way to add some personality and style to your home quickly and easily. However, figuring out how to hang a tapestry that doesn’t come with a handy rod pocket can be a bit tricky.
Fear not! In this article, we’ll explore more than fifteen different ways to hang a tapestry, including some renter-friendly options. Whether you have a lightweight fabric or a heavy blanket-like tapestry, there’s a method that will work for you.
Nail It Up
- Simply nail up the corners of the tapestry.
- Experiment with how much or little you want the tapestry draped before nailing up the other corner.
- Best for light- to medium-weight tapestries hung on drywall.
Push Pins
- Use push pins to tack up the top corners of the tapestry.
- Minimal marks on drywall, making it a great option for renters.
- Best for lighter tapestries hung on drywall.
Velcro Attachment
- Attach one side of the Velcro to the back of the tapestry and the other to the surface.
- Peel apart the Velcro to drape or adjust as necessary.
- Best for light- to mid-weight tapestries; good option for brick and cement walls.
Baseboard Support
- Attach a heavy tapestry to a baseboard for support.
- Slide a length of baseboard through the rod pocket on the back of the tapestry.
- Screw the sides of the baseboard into the wall for added stability.
Poster Hanger
- Secure an end of the tapestry between the two rails of a poster hanger.
- Center the hanger on a single nail or wall-friendly hook.
- Ideal for thin, lightweight tapestries.
Frame Stretching
- Stretch a tapestry over the edge of a frame and secure with a staple gun.
- Hang the frame as you would any other wall art.
- Best for thinner tapestries that you don’t mind not seeing the edges of.
Shadow Box Enclosure
- Enclose a delicate tapestry in a shadow box for protection.
- Preserves the fabric while still allowing you to hang it on the wall.
- Perfect for smaller, delicate tapestries.
Grommet Installation
- Punch holes in the corners or along one side of the tapestry and insert grommets.
- Hang the tapestry on adhesive hooks or thread some rope through the grommets.
- Best for a non-antique tapestry that you don’t mind altering the fabric to hang.
Rope and Hooks
- Attach adhesive hooks to the back of the tapestry and connect thin rope or heavy-duty string.
- Hang the rope or string from a nail or hook on the wall.
- Great for large, lightweight tapestries with a sturdy shape.
Quilt Hanger Clips
- Secure the top corners of your tapestry with quilt hanger clips and attach to the wall.
- Add two more clips to the bottom if you want to arrange the tapestry.
- Suitable for thin, quilt-like tapestries.
Four-Poster Bed Canopy
- Use larger lightweight tapestries to create a canopy or side walls on a four-poster bed.
- Drape it over the top of all four posts or just over the foot or side rail.
- Secure with clamps or thin fabric pieces in a coordinating color.
Room Divider Drape
- Drape a tapestry over a freestanding room divider for a unique wall effect.
- Great for creating privacy in an open floor plan or as a backdrop for video calls.
- Ideal for tapestries with patterns that you can drape as you see fit.
Clip-On Curtain Rings
- Attach clip-on curtain hooks to one end of the tapestry and insert a curtain rod through the rings.
- Hang the tapestry as a curtain over a window or on a wall.
- Can be used to hang the tapestry off the wall or from the ceiling.
Clothesline Display
- Attach a clothesline to a wall in your home and secure the tapestry with rope or clothespins.
- Suitable for lightweight tapestries with smooth edges, not fringed.
Decorative Rod Hanging
- Attach a curtain rod to a wall and hang the tapestry by draping it over or threading it through.
- Perfect for heavier weight tapestries.
Remember, safety should always be a priority when hanging a tapestry. Avoid creating fire hazards by keeping the fabric away from light fixtures or ceiling fans.
Using Command strips to hang a tapestry is a great option as long as you stay within the weight limits. Opt for hook-and-loop strips for a more secure grip. For ceiling hanging, clip-on curtain rings are a smart choice, attached to adhesive or screw-in hooks.
Get creative with how you display your tapestries to add a unique touch to your home decor. Whether you’re a renter looking for temporary solutions or a homeowner wanting to spruce up your space, there’s a hanging method that will work for you. So go ahead and transform your space with a beautiful tapestry display!