Replacing a sawtooth hook on back of mirror?

runswithascript · 2017-12-06 11:00:32

The protruding part of a saw hook on the back of a mirror, of about a metre in height, snapped off. It does not seem to have been secured with screws. Is there somewhere I can pick up a replacement, and what is the best way to secure it to the frame board so that I can put this back up without worrying the mirror is going…

06-12-2017 12:00PM

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runswithascript

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The protruding part of a saw hook on the back of a mirror, of about a metre in height, snapped off. It does not seem to have been secured with screws.

Is there somewhere I can pick up a replacement, and what is the best way to secure it to the frame board so that I can put this back up without worrying the mirror is going to fall and break?

Maybe I would be better off putting two screws on either side of the frame and some twine between them?

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2 eyehooks and a string is the best way as long as the wood is suitable.

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