A Tia Peltz print arrives ready to hang when you choose the right format

Ready-to-hang art print options remove the guesswork from mounting, but the kit itself depends on the format you select and the seller's packaging, not on the artist alone.

Auvrique Editorial · Fine Art Editions

The short answer

Yes, some editions ship with a hanging kit already fitted, and others do not. A ready-to-hang print typically includes either a pre-installed hanging strip on the back or a small packet of hardware for two to four screws. Canvas editions often arrive with the hanging hardware attached. Framed posters usually rely on a separate kit or on the frame's own fittings. Check the product page before ordering, because the inclusion varies by format and by seller.

What a hanging kit actually contains

A hanging kit is usually a small set of hardware, not a full mounting system. Most kits include two to four screws, two wall hooks or adhesive pads, and sometimes a short instruction card. The weight of the print decides what the kit can safely hold. A light canvas print can hang from a single adhesive strip, while a framed poster over a few kilograms needs a screw into a wall plug. The kit is rarely enough on its own if the wall is plasterboard and hollow.

The format changes what you get. A canvas edition often ships with a ready-made stretcher bar and a fixed hanging strip or two wire hooks already fitted to the back. A framed poster may arrive with the frame finished but no separate hanging hardware, because the frame itself carries the weight. That distinction matters when you are trying to avoid a second trip to a hardware shop. The product page should state what is included, and if it does not, the safest assumption is that you will need to supply your own fixings.

Which formats tend to arrive ready to hang

Canvas editions are the most likely to arrive ready to hang, because the stretcher bars are built with hanging hardware in mind. Some are fitted with a single fixed strip, others with two screw eyes and a thin wire. Either way the print can go on the wall with a couple of fixings and no extra assembly. That is the closest thing to a true ready-to-hang art print option for most buyers.

Framed posters are less consistent. The frame may be finished and glazed, but the hanging fittings depend on the frame profile and the seller's packaging. Some framed posters ship with D rings or a wire already attached. Others leave the backing closed and expect you to fit your own hardware. If you want the least friction on installation, choose a canvas edition and confirm the back is finished before it ships. buy the canvas edition

Check before you order

Read the product page for a list of included hardware
Weigh the print or frame before choosing a wall fixings
Decide whether the wall is solid or hollow plasterboard
Allow for a separate hanging kit if the listing is silent

When a hanging kit is not enough

A hanging kit assumes a reasonable wall and a reasonable weight. It is not a substitute for proper fixings when the print is large or the wall is weak. A framed poster with glass can be heavy, and a canvas stretched over a deep bar can catch the air and swing. In those cases the kit's adhesive pads are the weak point, not the print. Screw and plug fixings are the safer choice for anything you want to stay level for more than a week.

The practical pain point is usually not the kit itself but the mismatch between the kit and the wall. Buyers who want to avoid extra cost often discover that the included hardware only works on a solid masonry wall. If your wall is hollow, the same kit may pull out under the weight of a framed piece. The fix is to check the wall type first and then choose the print format that matches the fixings you are willing to fit. how to hang a large print

The kit is rarely the problem. The wall is.

Format	Hanging hardware typical	What you may still need
Canvas edition	Fixed strip or wire on the stretcher bar	Two screws or plugs for the wall
Framed poster	D rings or wire on some frames	Separate kit or frame fixings
Unframed poster	Nothing included	Full hanging kit and a backing board

Key takeaways

Hanging kits vary by format, not by artist.
Canvas editions are the most likely to arrive ready to hang.
Framed posters may ship without separate hanging hardware.
Check the wall type before trusting the included fixings.

Related questions

Does every print ship with hanging hardware included?

No. Some editions include hardware, and some do not. Canvas editions are the most likely to arrive with a fixed strip or wire already fitted. Framed posters may or may not include D rings or a wire. The product page is the only reliable place to confirm what is included before you order.

Can I hang a canvas print without any extra hardware?

You can if the canvas already has a fixed hanging strip and the wall is solid. A single adhesive strip may hold a light canvas, but a screw into a plug is safer for anything heavier. The canvas itself is only half the equation. The wall and the weight decide whether the kit is enough.

What if the framed poster arrives without a hanging kit?

You can fit your own hardware to the frame, provided the frame has a solid backing and a suitable fixing point. D rings or a wire are common replacements. If the frame is light and the wall is solid, a simple kit is enough. If the frame is heavy, use screw and plug fixings rather than adhesive pads.

From the Auvrique collection

Made to order · Every size