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Swag hooks are often used to support plants and light fixtures that hang by a chain.  Installing a swag hook can be tricky, but here's what you need to know how to do it right and ensure that it stays put. It's important to remember that the swag hook itself will probably support more weight than you'd ever consider putting on it, but the hardware the hook is secured with and materials it is secured to will give out much sooner.
 
Swag hooks are often used to support plants and light fixtures that hang by a chain.  Installing a swag hook can be tricky, but here's what you need to know how to do it right and ensure that it stays put. It's important to remember that the swag hook itself will probably support more weight than you'd ever consider putting on it, but the hardware the hook is secured with and materials it is secured to will give out much sooner.
  
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#  Check the swag regularly for indications of impending failure (bulging or cracking of ceiling around hook), and if found, take corrective action at once.
 
#  Check the swag regularly for indications of impending failure (bulging or cracking of ceiling around hook), and if found, take corrective action at once.
  
== Video ==
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{{Video:Install a Swag Hook|}}
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== Warnings ==
 
== Warnings ==