Before geometry review

Measure your mounting area

Use a rigid metric ruler or tape and record measurements within 1 mm. Do not drill until you receive the final template and fastener plan.

1. Mark the intended center of the sculpture and the readable shadow area.
2. Measure clear wall width from each sculpture edge to the nearest obstacle. Anchor clearance is measured to the nearest edge of the wall pad, not its center.
3. Measure clear height above and below the sculpture. Positive vertical offset places pads above it; negative offset places them below it.
4. Measure the maximum distance the sculpture and light may project from the wall.
5. Note the wall material, approximate thickness, known stud locations, trim, outlets, frames, and doors.
6. Photograph the wall straight on with a metric ruler visible, then take one photo from each side.

Bring these values to review: sculpture width, left and right edge clearance, clearance above and below, maximum wall projection, wall material, and obstacles.