How to hang 27kg mirror where mounts are not aligned?

jason2615

Hi - I have previously had a 27kg mirror mounted via two screws into brick hanging in my hallway. The mirror got damaged and was replaced with the same model however the mounting points are ever so slightly off (by about 3-4mm). What options do I have to try and get it to either fit with the existing screws or perhaps use picture hanging hooks instead? The most heavy duty single screws picture hook I can see is the 20kg Everhang however even using two of these I’m hesitant give the weight of the mirror.

Our last resort would be to drill new mounting screws however this will throw off the height of the mirror as I assume we would need to allow a reasonable distance from the existing screw holes. 

Thoughts welcome!

EricL

Hello @jason2615 

Brick unlike plasterboard is a lot stronger and having the mounting screws say for example, 30mm away from the original mounting hole will not compromise its strength. 30mm would be my recommended minimum distance from the original hole. However, drilling very close to the original mounting hole is not recommended. I propose either moving the mounting points either up or sideways from the original position. I don't recommend using the Everhang hook as an extension as it might not line up properly with the other hanging point.

Here is a handy guide: (1) How to hang just about anything

Let me call on our experienced members @Dave-1, @Nailbag and @Noyade for their recommendations.

If you need further assistance, please let us know. 

Eric