EesTeck 50 Pack Small Sawtooth Picture Hangers - Steel Picture Hanging Solutions with Screws, for Hanging Clock Paintings Artwork Frame Hooks

Why I reached for these hangers

A recent round of home projects had me rehanging a small gallery wall, adding sawtooth hardware to a few wood crafts, and rehabbing a couple of thrifted frames that were missing hardware. I wanted something consistent, sturdy, and low-profile that I could keep on hand rather than scavenging the odd hanger from my parts bin every time. I picked up the EesTeck sawtooth hangers for their screw-on design and the promise of a clean, black finish that wouldn’t look out of place on dark frames or stained wood.

Over a weekend, I installed them on a mix of lightweight canvases, 8x10 and 11x14 wood and MDF frames, and a few handmade wood crosses. They’ve become the hardware I reach for first when I need a quick, reliable way to hang small to medium light pieces without adding picture wire.

Design and build

These are compact, steel sawtooth strips finished in black. The steel feels appropriately rigid; it doesn’t flex or deform under basic handling, which is not always true of the bargain-bin alternatives. The finish is smooth and even. On stained or black frames, the hardware disappears visually. On unfinished pine or painted light woods, the black stands out, which may or may not matter depending on whether the back is visible.

Each hanger accepts two screws, and the pack includes enough small, 10 mm screws to equip all 50 hangers with two fasteners each. That matters: two screws dramatically reduce the chance of the hanger twisting out of alignment over time.

The edges are clean and not sharp. I didn’t run into any burrs. The teeth are well defined and provide enough bite to sit securely on a nail or hook while allowing a bit of lateral adjustment for leveling.

Installation experience

Installation is straightforward, but these are screw-on hangers, not nail-on. That’s a feature, not a flaw, but it does mean spending an extra minute per piece. Here’s what worked best for me:

• Mark the frame’s center and set the hanger so the center tooth lines up with that mark.
• Use a scratch awl or a 1/16" pilot hole for each screw. The screws are short; pilot holes prevent splitting and make it easy to keep the hanger square.
• Drive the screws by hand or with a low-torque setting on a driver. The heads are small; a magnetic bit helps. Don’t over-torque—strip a head and you’ll spend more time than you saved.
• On MDF and softwood backs, the 10 mm screws hold very well. On very thin backing boards, check thickness to avoid breakthrough.

Once installed, the hangers sit flush and don’t rock or chatter. For wider frames, I installed a pair, spaced toward the corners, to prevent the piece from tipping if someone bumps it. The sawtooth design leaves room for slight side-to-side adjustment when you’re lining up a gallery wall.

Holding power and reliability

Within their intended range—small wooden frames, canvases, plaques, and craft pieces—these hangers are solid. The steel doesn’t bend under normal loads and the two-screw mount resists wiggling. I had zero loosening or tilt after a few weeks on drywall hooks.

I would not use a single sawtooth hanger for heavier or high-value pieces, large glass-front frames, or anything that might be subject to frequent handling. For those, D-rings with wire or a French cleat is simply a better choice. But for everyday items in the lightweight-to-moderate category, these are dependable.

To stress test, I hung an 11x14 wood frame with a thin glass front on a single hanger. It held fine, though I prefer two hangers for wider frames to keep things level. On raw reclaimed wood plaques, the screws bit securely and didn’t strip, which gives me confidence in the hardware’s hardness and threading.

Finish and corrosion resistance

The black finish looks clean and resists scuffs during installation. It’s a nice match for black, walnut, and darker stains. On painted frames where the back is visible, the contrast can be noticeable; that’s purely aesthetic. While the hangers are billed as rust resistant, they live on the backside of frames indoors, so they aren’t likely to see moisture. I did a quick wipe test with a damp cloth and didn’t see any finish bleeding or spotting.

Versatility in real-world use

I used these on:

• Small canvases stretched on wood frames
• MDF-backed photo frames up to 11x14
• Handmade wood crosses and plaques
• A lightweight wall clock with a wood back

All of them hung cleanly on standard picture hooks and nails. The sawtooth profile makes it easy to catch the hook without fussing. If you’re mounting to plaster, masonry, or tile, you’ll still need appropriate wall anchors; these hangers don’t change what’s required on the wall side.

How they compare to other options

• Versus nail-on sawtooth hangers: Screw-on wins for me. Nails in MDF or particleboard can loosen, and mis-hits can bend the hanger. Screws take a bit longer but deliver a more secure attachment, especially over time.
• Versus D-rings and wire: D-rings provide superior support for heavier frames and offer more flexibility for French cleats or two-point hanging. However, they add steps (wire cutting, twisting, tensioning). For quick, clean hangs on small items, a sawtooth is faster and tidier.
• Versus adhesive strips: Adhesive can be convenient but is finicky with textured paint and may fail with humidity. Sawtooth hangers pair with traditional hooks for a more predictable result.

Limitations and caveats

• Not for heavy frames or anything you’d be upset to see fall. The design is best for smaller, lighter pieces.
• The screws are tiny; they’re secure, but you need a steady hand and, ideally, pilot holes.
• The black finish, while attractive, will be visible on light or unfinished backs if that matters to you.
• Not self-centering. As with all sawtooth hangers, install carefully—if you’re off-center, the piece will never sit right.

Tips for best results

• Use painter’s tape as a hinge to hold the hanger in place while you mark and start the screws.
• Always pre-drill in hardwoods and thin backers.
• For frames wider than 12 inches, consider two hangers spaced toward the top corners; it keeps the frame level and resists rotation.
• Pair with proper wall hardware. A small picture hook in drywall is fine for lightweight pieces; step up to anchors as weight increases.

Value and quantity

A 50-pack with matching screws is exactly what a tinkerer or DIYer needs: enough to outfit a gallery wall and still have stock for future projects. The consistent quality across the batch I used—no bent teeth, no mis-punched holes—makes them feel like a smart staple to keep in the shop drawer. The inclusion of two screws per hanger is a small but important detail that removes guesswork and extra trips to the hardware store.

The bottom line

The EesTeck sawtooth hangers strike the right balance of sturdiness, ease, and price for small to mid-size wall pieces. They trade the speed of nail-on options for the security of screws, and that’s a trade I’m happy to make. Installation is simple, the hardware sits flat and looks tidy, and once on the wall, pieces stay put.

Recommendation: I recommend these for anyone outfitting small frames, canvases, and craft projects who wants reliable, screw-mounted sawtooth hardware with a clean black finish. They’re not a universal solution—save heavy or high-value work for D-rings and wire—but for most everyday hanging tasks, these become an easy, dependable default.