Thursday 5 September 2019

Mad on Renovating? Check Out the Picture Rail System


Australians have gone renovation crazy! Whether it’s prompted by the many TV reno shows, like The Block, or we’re choosing to improve our existing homes rather than move, the effect is the same. We just love doing up older homes.

One of the favourite types of home to renovate is the traditional Queenslander, with its high ceilings, polished timber floors, French doors and ornate fretwork. Many home-owners try and keep these gorgeous properties as original as possible which means sourcing unusual fittings and materials.

Picture Rail System

As a result, the old picture rail system has made a welcome comeback, and Gallery System UK has all the accessories you need to use it.

Picture rail systems featured extensively in early European buildings and older homes in Australia. Traditionally moulded from plaster, they can also be made in wood. The rail forms a lip over which you hang a sturdy hook. Traditionally, these were made from solid brass and are still available, as well as stainless steel hooks for a more modern look.



Professional picture hangers are then attached to the hooks. These come in a couple of different designs, with either on-trend stainless steel cable or clear tape for ‘invisible’ hanging. With the hangers in place, it’s simply a case of adding your picture hooks. These slide onto the hangers and may be a push-button or Allen key design.

Professional Picture Hangers

It takes just minutes to put the system in place and then you’re ready to start hanging your favourite paintings, drawings and photographs. With no need for a hammer or those annoying little nails that always break, just create the space you need by moving the hangers left or right.

There are many advantages to using apicture rail system, the biggest being the speed at which you can arrange – and rearrange – your collection. There’s are no nails to worry about and, consequently, no need to repair holes in the plaster.