Here we are offering you a few tips how to hang your print or Marmota Map on paper and on other materials as foamcore, aluminium composite and acrylic glass onto the wall.
Find all information about the different materials here.
We offer our maps and prints in the following sizes:
· 29.7 x 42 cm (11.69 x 16.54 in) - A3-format · 42 x 59.4 cm (16.54 x 23.39 in) - A2-format · 84.1 x 59.4 cm (33.07 x 23.39 in) - A1-format · 100 x 70 cm (39.37 x 27.56 in) · 140 x 100 cm (55.12 x 39.37 in) · 200 x 140 cm (78.74 x 55.12 in)
Especially for the formats from 100 x 70 cm and larger, the type of suspension should be well-thought-through. That's why we collected some tested methods of hanging the map as an inspiration for you.*
Hanging up paper maps and prints
1. Powerstrips
The easiest way to present smaller posters and maps up to a size of 100 x 70 cm. The doublesided adhesive surface is applied to the backside of the map and basically attached to the wall. A keen starter-pack is available here.
2. Foldback Clip
For a sleek clean solution for all formats we suggest using Foldback Clips, which are bracketed on the top-side of the map. To prevent the poster from furling, additional Powerstrips can be applied to the bottom side of the map.
3. Posterrails
A more uniform option that goes easy on the budget is offered by posterrails. The map is simply placed between the front- and backside of each rail and held together by its magnet clasp. Maps of size 100 x 70 cm and larger maps are provided with aluminium and synthetic material. The sets selected each include suitable suspensions. For smaller sizes up to 100 x 70 cm we recommend oak rails or white lacquered wooden rails.
4. Picture Frame
Our maps and prints up until a maximum size of 84.1 x 59.4 cm (A1-format) can also be ordered in a white-glazed wooden frame. You can find more information here.
Picture frames are the most classic, yet expensive variant. Prices range from cheap and small synthetic
frames up to extra large wooden frames. An extensive, recommendable selection of
different sizes and materials can be found at AllesRahmen.de.
Rimless frames
(fitting for smaller formats up to 100 x 70 cm) with acrylic glass protect the map from bleaching out.
Among the suggestions of our customers are the following picture frame shops:
halbe-rahmen.de/classic-magnetrahmen
aab-bilderrahmen.com
desenio.de/rahmen70x100 (for 100 x 70 cm)
5. Designboard
Arranging multiple posters and maps is made flexible by using designboards. For this option, the maps should already been framed or affixed to wooden panels. The selection is reduced to customized aluminium boards or the wooden variants in unisize.
6. Affixing
This variant requires some craftsmanship but is a cheap and stylish method even for large maps. The different sorts of panels, like wood, hard foam, MDF aluminium, can be bought custom-fitted in any property market. You could also use cork, which enables you to put little markers into the map. Other required tools are Spray glue, a foam roller or a soft piece of cloth, wall hooks or metal lugs, as well as a helping hand.
How to affix a map on panel
A step-by-step guide:
1. If the panel is not custom-fitted already, this should be done first. You can either leave some space for a customised frame or cut the panel precisely lined up with the map.
2. Next, the underlayment is coated with spray-glue. This should either be done in a well-ventilated room or outside, in order for the toxic contents to remain harmless. Depending on the glue that is used, a minimum distance of 15 cm/6 inches to the pre-cleaned panel should be maintained during the process.
3. Now the helping hand is called into action. The map is brought to the ideal position and continuously treated with the foam roller, as to avoid air bubbles.
4. If you chose to leave a frame, it can be styled now.
5. Last but not least, one of the options shown above may be chosen to hang up the result. (Or simply use the wall hooks resp. metal lugs.)
Hanging up prints on foamcore,
aluminium composite and acrylic glass
For maps and prints on special materials such as foamcore, aluminium composite and acrylic glass we can recommend the following suspensions.
1. Suspension Plates
Suspension Plates are suitable for:
· foamcore all sizes
· aluminium composite up to 100 x 70 cm
· acrylic glass up to A1 (84.1 x 59.4 cm)
For smaller formats such as A3 und A2 a single plate is sufficient to hang up your print.
Suspension plates are a very easy option to hang up your print. The plates are glued to the back of your print and can be hung onto nails or screws in the wall afterwards. Suspension plates are only suitable for the use inside.
Simply remove the protective foil from the suspension plate. Then stick the plates to the back of your print. It is recommended to remove any dust and particles from the print beforehand. You should press the suspension plates for ca. 10 seconds against the print. After that leave everything to rest for about 30 minutes. Last you can hang your map or print onto nails or screws in the wall.
Suspension plates are suitable for all materials. You only need to consider the weight of your print and the loading capacity of the suspension plates, you are using. You can find a table of the weight of the different plates at the bottom of this site.
service@marmotamaps.com
price from € 20
We can recommend the following alternative suspensions *:
2. Floating Suspension
Floating Suspension 12 kg suitable for:
· foamcore all sizes
· aluminium composite all sizes
· acrylic glass up to 100 x 70 cm
This is a magnet-based system, creating a floating look with a 4-5 cm gap to the wall.
Simply glue one magnet onto your plate, the other one is screwed into the wall. Of course, you need to make sure to have the same spacing between the magnets on your plate and those in the wall.
The floating suspension is suitable for all materials.
service@marmotamaps.com
price from € 20
3. Aluminium Suspension System
The Aluminium Suspension System is suitable for:
· foamcore all sizes from A1 (84.1 x 59.4 cm)
· aluminium composite all sizes from A1 (84.1 x 59.4 cm)
· acrylic glass A1 (84.1 x 59.4 cm) and B1 (100 x 70 cm)
This invisible aluminium frame is very easy to use and creates a floating look with a 3 cm gap to the wall.
The frame is put onto the back of your plate with the included glue. Then it has to rest for 24 hours, before hanging it up. Use two nails or screws in the wall to hang up your print. You don't need any additional materials.
The aluminium suspension system can also be used for a rope suspension. One end of the rope is hooked under the rail of the plate. The other end is attached to the ceiling or wall.
This suspension can be used for all materials and is especially suitable for larger formats. The size of the aluminium frame should be about 10 cm smaller on all sides than the plate you want to hang up.
Example: Map size 100 x 70 cm - ideal frame size 80 x 50 cm.
Do you want to order these suspensions? Please write us an email to:
service@marmotamaps.com
price from € 50
4. Sign Standoff Screws
Sign Standoff Screws are suitable for:
· acrylic glass 140 x 100 cm and 200 x 140 cm
Standoff Screws can carry the whole weight of the larger and heavier acrylic glass maps. They are screwed into the wall and carry the plate on pre-drilled holes on the margin of the acrylic glass map.
Do you want to order these suspensions? Please write us an email to:
service@marmotamaps.com
price from € 45
Weight overview of our maps and prints
This weight table helps you to find the right suspension for your print:
| foamcore (5 mm) | aluminium (3 mm) | acrylic glass | |
| 29.7 x 42 cm (A3) | 0.3 kg | 0.5 kg | 0.5 kg (3 mm) |
| 42 x 59.4 cm (A2) | 0.7 kg | 0.9 kg | 1.3 kg (4 mm) |
| 59.4 x 84.1 cm (A1) | 1.4 kg | 1.9 kg | 3.2 kg (5 mm) |
| 100 x 70 cm (B1) | 1.9 kg | 2.7 kg | 5.3 kg (6 mm) |
| 140 x 100 cm (B0) | 4 kg | 5.3 kg | 13.9 kg (8 mm) |
| 200 x 140 cm | 7.8 kg | 10.7 kg | 34.6 kg (10 mm) |
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