MOUNTING WALL MAPS AND BACKBOARD TO WALL
STEP #1: Determine location and ensure that you have proper tools and hardware:
Before installing your Wall Map(s) and backboard, choose a display site carefully. The
Wall Map(s) and backboard should be mounted at least six feet above the floor for
maximum visibility. Remember the map has to slide onto the backboard mounting
bracket(s), so you will need a full map’s width of free space on at least one side of the
bracket(s).
Kappa Map
Group
does not
send you the hardware (screws or wall anchors) you need to attach
your Wall Map(s) and backboard to the wall. Please consult an expert to determine the
composition of your wall and the best hardware for your exact situation. The following
recommendations generally work but do not apply to all situations.
Wood Surfaces:
Use #7 x 1" flat head wood screws. Mark the location of each eyelet
hole on the surface. Drill a pilot hole for each eyelet. Drill 1/4" deep, using a 1/16" to
1/8" drill.
Metal Surfaces:
Use #7 x 1" flat head sheet metal screws. Mark the location of each
eyelet hole on the surface. Drill a pilot hole for each eyelet. Drill 1" deep, using a 1/8" to
#30 drill.
Plaster, Brick, Cement, or Cinderblock Surfaces:
Use #7 x 1-1/4" flat head wood
screws. Mark the location of each eyelet hole on the surface. Drill 1" deep using a 1/4"
drill. Fill holes with lead screw shields, size 1/8" x 1".
Due to weight of Wall Map(s) and backboard you may want to use wall anchors to better secure
Wall Map(s) and backboard to wall for safety and long-term usage of these products.
NEED SPACE TO SLIDE
BACKBOARD ONTO
BACKBOARD HOLDER
BRACKET
