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Method of insertion of a metal picture hanger into a gypsum board wall

  • US 7,694,401 B2
  • Filed: 01/24/2008
  • Issued: 04/13/2010
  • Est. Priority Date: 12/13/2002
  • Status: Expired due to Fees
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1. A method of securing a fixture in a wall board wall from which articles may be hung, comprising the steps of:

  • forming a metal hanger comprising a first leg and a second leg which together form a Vee;

    forming a hook adjacent a terminus of the second leg from which articles are configured to be hung;

    forming the first leg into an arcuate shape with a center of curvature at or near the base of the hook of the second leg;

    supporting the hook of the second leg against the wall at a desired location so as to enable the hanger to rotate toward the wall; and

    driving the first leg into the wall while maintaining the hook at the desired location with an installation tool having a driver wherein said metal hanger is contained within said installation tool.

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