Wire sizes and type??

[Markoc]

I been searching for recommendations on what's the best type of wire for attaching to frames. Do you determine it by frame weight? There are so many kinds available that I'm getting confused on what to carry. Can anyone give me some direction? I do prefer some kind of coated wire if that helps. I'm sure this is basic for most of you so please bear with me. Thanks!

 

[CAframer]

Hard to beat ZerLon. I keep it in 4 sizes, 15lb, 20lb, 25lb, 40lb.

Bear in mind wire is just one of the options. For example I use a lot of WallBuddies in both sizes, a bunch of Z-Bar, and occasionally some other hanging systems.

As they say, horses for courses.

 

[blackiris]

I have about 3 different sizes....... anything over a 40lb size wire you
shouldnt be using wire anyway!!!!

soooo get a small, medium, and heavy........

 

[Ylva]

I use softstrand number 4 (35lbs) and number 8 (60lbs).

oh, and after reading the above post; it doesn't mean that I would use wire on a 60lbs frame....

 

[Modigity]

I use super soft strand 26# 43# 60#

 

[Jeff Rodier]

Tuflon from United in #4, #5, & #6. I use wire that is rated at 3 times the weight of the framed piece.

 

[Miriam Haight]

Super Soft Strand. Wonderful! Easy on the hands! #3, #4, #5, and #6.
If budget constrains start with the 4 and 5.
Miriam

 

[stevens]

I think we use softstrand 3 or 4 and 8. Just a note, I once weighed a case of glass to be 64 lb and also weight a case of 40x60 foam board to be 64 lb too. So if something weights about as much as a case of glass, wire is not suggested.

 

[Markoc]

Thanks for the suggestions. I'm off to order some super softstrand.

 

[Hired Help]

In addition to all of the above (coated only) I am fond of these. They work well and look good on certificate type frames. I use them a lot on smaller corporate photograph frames.

Black plastic hanger, one or two screws, and kevlar cord.

http://www.unitedmfrs.com/cart/Miracle_Picture_Cord.cfm

Clive.