The Genius Hanging Hacks You Need When Putting Up An IKEA RIBBA Frame

It's no surprise that TikTok recommends the IKEA RIBBA frame for affordable home decor. This functional frame is sleek, affordable, and has horizontal and vertical display options. It also features an attractive depth, which means this frame is thicker than its traditional counterparts. Although its impressive depth makes it a sturdy choice for dressing up any tabletop, it can be difficult to suspend the IKEA RIBBA on a wall. Its sawtooth hanging kit sits flush against the frame's mat backing, so you have to improvise if you want to hang this frame. Luckily, TikTok is rife with ideas, and @woodworkingchan has the perfect solution: use binder clips or zip ties to extend the picture frame hanger, making it easier to attach it to your wall. And if you have a binder clip or zip tie in your home, this hack is completely free. 

You can easily purchase these supplies online if you don't have them handy. Amazon sells binder clips for $13, with plenty to spare. If you need zip ties, you can also purchase them on Amazon for $6. If you buy multiple RIBBA frames, you'll have more than enough binder clips and zip ties to decorate any space. And if you have other deep frames that rattle against your walls, you can utilize this hack in a pinch. 

Before using this trick, be sure to use the genius painter's tape hack that makes hanging photos foolproof. This way, your IKEA RIBBA frames will be perfectly even. Once you know exactly where you want to place each frame, it's time to choose between binder clips or zip ties. The item you use might come down to what you have readily available. If you decide to use binder clips, all you need to do is slide it under your frame's sawtooth hanger. This extends the depth of the hanging element so you can easily attach the frame to your wall. You might need to experiment with the perfect binder clip, as they come in a myriad of sizes. Zip ties work similarly in that you're creating a thick loop around your sawtooth hanger so you can hang your frames with ease. 

If you go the zip tie route, be sure it's securely in place by giving it a quick tug. Otherwise, you run the risk of the tie opening and your frame falling off the wall. If you're looking to reduce your carbon footprint, you could invest in reusable silicone zip ties. They're better for people, animals, and the planet, and you can reuse them around your home. You can purchase a 10-pack on Amazon for $9, making them ideal for displaying your IKEA RIBBA.