How do I reduce forward tilt (tilt down), especially on smaller artworks?

To reduce forward tilt (“tilt down”), especially on smaller artworks (30-40 cm high), we recommend sliding your hooks into D-rings rather than attaching them to the wire. Wire allows the artwork to pivot forward more.

Best ways to reduce forward tilt

1. Use two D-rings and position them high
   Install two D-rings on the back of the stretcher/frame and place them as high as possible (so the hooks are almost hidden from the front). The higher the hanging point, the less the artwork can tip forward.
   https://hanglogic.com.au/product/d-ring-hanger/
2. Add Tilt Reducers
   Tilt Reducers create a second contact point against the wall, helping keep the bottom edge from leaning out.
   https://hanglogic.com.au/product/tilt-reducer/
3. Add spacers to the lower corners
   Spacers on the lower back corners help the artwork sit more upright and stable.
   https://hanglogic.com.au/product/spacer/
4. Consider two Frame Hangers for narrow edges
   If the canvas/stretcher edge is very narrow, the Frame Hanger can still work. Some clients attach it to the back of slim timber stretchers (and some thin metal frames) using a strong adhesive to create a stable hanging point and reduce tilt.
   https://hanglogic.com.au/product/frame-hanger/

If you’d like, send us the artwork weight and a quick photo of the back, and we can recommend the simplest setup.