What Are Command Strips For?

Command Picture Hanging Strips

let you fearlessly hang pictures without nails or tools

. … These picture frame hangers click together to lock in place and keep your pictures level. When you’re ready to redecorate your space, the Command Strips remove cleanly and damage free.

What can Command strips be used for?

CommandTM Strips can be used on a

variety of smooth surfaces including painted walls, tile, glass and wood

. Our water resistant and outdoor strips can be used in all weathers and conditions. Holds strongly. CommandTM Strips use a clever adhesive that holds strongly for as long as you need, then removes cleanly.

Do Command Strips work?

If you follow the instructions carefully,

Command strips are highly effective

. If you cut corners and don’t follow the instructions, you’ll have issues. Here are the most common mistakes people make when using Command strips: Not using enough strips.

What are Command Strips for signs?

Command Poster Strips let you hang posters, kid’s artwork,

banners

, and signs without the hassle of tools and nails. Command Strips hold strongly on a variety of smooth, finished surfaces, and these adhesive strips remove cleanly with no sticky residue or damage left behind.

Can you hang anything with Command Strips?

Yes

, provided the item is within the weight limit specified for CommandTM Picture Hanging Strips. We do not recommend hanging tapestry or other fabrics. For decorative plates, please ensure there is a smooth surface for the strip to adhere to. Do not hang valuable or irreplaceable items.

Why won’t command strips stick to my wall?

Any dust, dirt, or residue can make it hard for the adhesive to form a

strong bond

. I recommend cleaning the area with a Magic Eraser, because it’s quick and easy, and will thoroughly clean most surfaces. After using the Magic Eraser, wipe the area with rubbing alcohol to leave it squeaky clean.

Do Command strips ruin paint?

No. CommandTM Products are intended for mostly smooth surfaces such as those listed above. However, our products will

stick to painted, smooth cinder block

(the type found inside many school and office buildings). … Also, alcohol may remove or dull the surface of fresh paint.

Will more command strips hold more weight?

If the hook you are using has the space for two to be side by side, or if you are putting it directly onto something and can put them side by side, all of the instructions indicate this does

double the amount of weight

that can be held up.

Why do command strips fall off?

Not Cleaning the Walls Before Attaching the Command Strips

Make sure to remove any dust and debris from the wall with rubbing alcohol before trying to apply the command strips. If you don’t do it, the chances are that the strips will fall off the wall

shortly after being attached

.

Do you have to wait an hour for Command strips?

Wait

1 hour before hanging anything on the

hook. This allows the adhesive bond to reach maximum strength.

How much weight can command strips hold?

The large strips can handle a 24-inch to 36-inch object that weighs up to

16 pounds

. The smaller hanging strips can only handle up to 4 pounds.

Are command strips permanent?

A: CommandTM adhesive is designed to stay in place for as long as you need it to, and will stay put for many years. Therefore CommandTM Hooks and be used as

temporary or permanent hanging solutions

. When you do want to take them down, they stretch off cleanly, without damaging your walls.

What can I use instead of Command strips?

• Nails.
• Adhesive Hooks.
• Wall Anchors.
• Drywall Hooks.
• Hardwall Hangers.

What is the strongest command hook?

Do Command Strips work in the shower?

Can you hang Command Bath Products in a shower?

Yes

. Command Bath Strips are water-resistant and hold strongly in humid environments.