KURUI Picture Hangers, 385Pcs Picture Hanging Kit with Heavy Duty Picture Hanging Hooks, Sawtooth, Hardware Nails and Picture Hanging Tool, Wall Hangers for Frame, Painting, Art, Photo

Why I reached for the KURUI kit

A weekend of rehanging family photos and a couple of heavier mirrors gave me a perfect excuse to put the KURUI picture hanging kit through its paces. I wanted something that could handle a range of weights, keep the hardware tidy between jobs, and spare me the usual scavenger hunt for the right nail. This 385-piece, black-finished assortment promised exactly that, and after using it across drywall and a few stud hits, I came away with a good sense of where it excels and where it could be a touch better.

What you actually get

The kit is a broad assortment of steel hardware organized in a compartmented plastic case: multiple sizes of classic picture hooks rated from 10 lb up to 75 lb, nail-on sawtooth hangers, and a generous supply of hardened nails. Mine also included a small bubble level—basic but handy for quick checks. Everything is finished in black, which looks cleaner and tends to disappear behind frames better than shiny brass.

Organization is mostly well thought out. The case closes securely and the compartments keep sizes grouped. That said, the tiniest nails can migrate between sections if the box gets jostled; I did a quick tidy before getting started and labeled a few compartments with a marker to make grabbing the right combo faster. I would have appreciated clearer pairing guidance (which nail with which hook), but once you lay out a few sizes the matches are intuitive.

Build quality and weight ratings

For small and medium frames, the steel hooks feel solid and resist bending. The nails are slim enough to leave pinholes but hard enough not to mushroom if you hammer at a sensible pace. I angled the nails 30–45 degrees downward per best practice; that’s key to getting the rated holding power.

On the heavy end, hardware stiffness is good for a nail-in hook kit. Just keep in mind that any weight rating is only as strong as the substrate. A “75 lb” hook driven into plain drywall isn’t a smart move. Into a stud or hardwood, the heavier hooks are very reassuring; into drywall alone, I prefer to use two hooks to spread the load or switch to a wall anchor. The steel itself didn’t deform on me unless I made the mistake of trying to drive a small nail straight into a stud without a starter hole—more on that in a moment.

Real-world use

Over an afternoon, I hung:

• A 24x36 wood frame (about 12 lb) on a single 20 lb hook in drywall. No movement, minimal wall damage, and the black hook is practically invisible from the side.
• A 30x40 canvas (light for its size) using a single 30 lb hook. Quick and stable.
• A beveled mirror (~28–30 lb) on two 45 lb hooks, each nail angled into drywall. Distributing the weight across two hooks made leveling easier and took the anxiety out of relying on drywall alone.
• A thin poster frame that arrived without hardware. I added a nail-on sawtooth hanger from the kit and hung it on a 10 lb hook. The sawtooth installed cleanly with light taps; I cushioned the frame edge with a scrap cloth to avoid marring.

I hit a stud once with a longer nail—predictable during any wall project. If you suspect a stud, drilling a tiny pilot makes the nail go in straighter and saves you from bending a nail midway. When I did bend one, it was easy enough to back out with pliers and replace.

Usability details that matter

• The black finish is functional and discreet. It’s less reflective and blends behind most frames and wires better than brass.
• The hook profile sits slightly proud of the wall, as most do, so some frames will stand off by a small gap. If you need an ultra-flush look, wire-and-cleat systems are better, but they’re a different category.
• The small level is a nice throw-in. For wide pieces, I still prefer using a longer level or a laser, but for a single-frame check it’s fine.
• The assortment breadth is the star. Having multiple capacities in one box meant I didn’t have to overbuild a light hang or underbuild a heavier one.

Tips for best results

• Angle nails downward at 30–45 degrees to maximize shear strength.
• For anything above ~20 lb in drywall, use two hooks spaced apart; it both shares the load and makes leveling easier.
• If you hit a stud, use a tiny pilot hole or step up to a beefier nail/screw; don’t force the thinnest nail into dense wood.
• Attach sawtooth hangers to solid frame members, not thin backer board, and use short, controlled taps.
• Keep the kit case upright; label compartments for the sizes you use most.

What could be better

The case organization is good but not great. I’d love to see the nails fully segregated by size with clearer guides printed in the lid showing hook-to-nail pairings and suggested weight ranges by substrate (drywall vs stud). A couple of sizes look similar at a glance, so you’re doing a bit of visual matching the first time.

Also, while the heavy hooks are robust for their category, this is still a nail-in system. If your primary goal is to hang a single, very heavy mirror on drywall with no stud, you’ll want anchors or a French cleat. That’s not a flaw of this kit as much as a reminder to pair hardware with the right wall conditions.

Value and alternatives

Compared to the small blister packs you find at big-box stores, the KURUI kit offers better per-piece value and a more complete assortment in a single case. The black finish and steel stiffness feel a step up from the flimsy, shiny brass kits I’ve used. If you need the absolute lowest wall profile or are working with masonry, look at cleats or masonry-specific anchors; this kit is aimed squarely at drywall and wood.

Who it’s for

• Renters and homeowners who want a one-and-done assortment for frames, canvases, and light-to-medium mirrors.
• Anyone who appreciates an organized case that can live in a drawer and come out ready for the next project.
• People who prefer nail holes over adhesive strips for reliability and repositioning.

If your use case is mostly oversized mirrors on drywall with no stud access, go straight to anchors or a cleat system and use this kit for everything else.

The bottom line

After using the KURUI kit across a range of frames and a couple of heavier pieces, I trust it for most household hanging tasks. The hardware is sturdier than typical bargain kits, the black finish is practical, and the assortment covers pretty much anything short of specialty or masonry jobs. Organization is good, though I’d welcome clearer labeling and a bit more compartment discipline for the tiniest nails.

Recommendation: I recommend this kit as a versatile, good-value staple for picture hanging on drywall and wood. It’s reliable when used within its limits, the variety reduces guesswork, and the tidy case makes it easy to keep on hand. Pair it with anchors or a cleat for very heavy pieces in drywall, and it will handle the rest with minimal fuss.