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How To Use Command Hooks

Holds -20°F to 125°F. Wipe wall with rubbing alcohol. Do not use household cleaners or water, as they can leave slippery residue. Separate strips. Remove red liner. Press adhesive to hook. Remove black liner. Press hook firmly to wall for 30 seconds. If you can see the tab of the strip, you are all done!.

How do you stick Command Hooks?

In order to get the adhesive to really stick, you need to slide the hook up and off the mounting base. Now press the base firmly against the wall for 30 more seconds. Slide the hook back on. Wait 1 hour before hanging anything on the hook.

Why won’t my command strips stick to the wall?

Strips work best on clean, smooth surfaces, so wipe the wall with isopropyl rubbing alcohol (methylated spirits) first. This will ensure your strip bonds properly with the wall. Avoid using other surface sprays or cleaning wipes, which may leave a slippery residue.

Do Command hooks work?

Command strips work on most surfaces, but not all. The surfaces you can use them on are painted, stained or varnished wood, glass, tile, painted cinder block, plaster, drywall, metal, and painted wallboard. They will also stick to smooth cinder block, like what you see inside school buildings.

How much weight can command strip hooks 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.

Why do my Command hooks keep falling?

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.

Why won’t my Command hooks stick?

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.

Can you use Command strips without rubbing alcohol?

Q: Will CommandTM Products stick to brick or to textured walls? A: No. A: The 1-hour wait ensures that the adhesive has had enough time to build strong adhesion to the wall or surface. If cleaning is necessary, 3M recommends using isopropyl rubbing alcohol.

What surfaces do command strips work on?

To what surfaces will Command™ Products stick? Painted, stained or varnished wood, glass, tile, painted cinder block, plaster, metal, and painted wallboard.

Do Command hooks peel off paint?

You can hang pictures and other objects on your wall without damaging it by using command strips during wall decoration. They may peel off paint if not removed carefully, however.

Can Command hooks hold a TV?

While some users say you can use very strong adhesives to mount your TV to the wall, Command Strips double-sided tape can only safely hold up a TV that weighs less than 16 pounds. So unless you have a very small TV under that weight, you cannot use Command Strips double-sided tape to mount your TV.

Are command strips strong enough to hold a mirror?

Command strips can be used to mount mirrors on a wide range of surfaces, including drywall, metal, stained wood, cinder block, and plaster surfaces. Command strips also work great for hanging full length mirrors on a door where the use of screws is out of the question.

Are Command Hooks strong?

Jumbo hooks allow you to hold up to 7.5 pounds! Using the revolutionary Command™ Adhesive, Command™ Decorative Hooks hold strongly on a variety of surfaces, including paint, wood, tile and more. Holds up to 7.5 lbs.

Can multiple Command hooks hold more weight?

Yes and No. 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.

How do you hang something heavy with command strips?

Easy On Wipe wall with rubbing alcohol. Do not use household cleaners or water. Separate strips. Click strips together. Remove one side of liners. Stick on frame as shown. Remove remaining liners. To ensure adhesive hold, temporarily remove frame from wall to reinforce strips. Wait 1 hour for adhesive to build.

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. They are tested and proven to hold better than suction cups.

Can you use command strips outside?

Yes you can with Command™ Outdoor Products. The adhesive should be applied to a clean, smooth, dry surface when the temperature is above 15°F (-9°C). The products hold strongly down to -20°F (-29°C).

What can I use instead of command strips?

In short, the most popular alternatives to Command strips include VELCRO strips, adhesive hooks, Ook Hardwall Hangers, adhesive putty, magnetic strips, and ladder shelving.

Do Command hooks work on cement walls?

Hanging stuff on a cement wall is simple with the right supplies. Brick hooks and Command Strips make the job as easy as hanging stuff on drywall. If you are hanging something that isn’t too heavy, Command Strips may work best. If you have something like a heavy mirror or piece of art, use brick hooks.

Do Command Strips work on fabric?

However, if drilling is not an option at all then command strips work well for a short period of time. Additional glue or adhesive may be required to stick the command strips to a fabric.

How do you use Command strips on wallpaper?

2. The Adhesive Strip for Wallpaper & Plaster should be applied to the rougher surface first. So when it comes to wallpaper or plaster, always apply it to the wall, with the blue tab facing the wall. Before using a strip, make sure that your surface is strong enough to take the weight of the object you want to attach.