Command™ Posterstrips, 17024C, wit, 12 strips | bol (2024)

FAQs

What is better then command strips? ›

For example, if you want your item to hang nearly flush against the wall, look for options such as double-sided tape, putty, or hook-and-loop fasteners (for example, Velcro) that can make that happen. Some products may be more visible on the wall (like modern-looking adhesive hooks.)

Great product.

I use command strips all the time and these poster strips are really great. I can move things around when I need to.

Strips with the “pull down to remove” tab work best. Sometimes removing command strips can leave the wall clean but damage the poster, but when used properly, command strips are a super quick and effective way to hang posters without damaging the hanging surface.

To what surfaces will Command™ Products stick? Painted, stained or varnished wood, glass, tile, painted cinder block, metal, and painted wallboard. Command™ Outdoor Products can also be used on smooth, sealed and finished surfaces including vinyl siding and fences, doors, windows, decks, gutters and trim.

Command strips can be beneficial during wall decoration as they enable you to hang pictures and other objects without harming your wall. However, if not removed carefully, the can result in peeled paint, sticky patches with leftover residue and in some cases, cracks in the wall.

A: They absolutely dry out! I have a bunch of new packs that I've had for a while. I never dreamed they would be useless when I got ready to use them.

If you've ever wondered, "Why do my command hooks keep falling?", you're not alone. Incorrect installation and less-than-ideal environmental conditions can cause them to fail. For example, using them in high-humidity areas like bathrooms can weaken the adhesive over time.

Command™ Picture Hangers (Universal and Canvas Hangers) may be reused with a Command™ Refill Strip (see instructions for more information). Should Command™ Picture Hanging Strips be used vertically or horizontally? They can be used either direction.

Command™ Picture Hanging Strips make decorating quick and easy. Best of all, when you are ready to take down or move your pictures, they come off cleanly—no nail holes, cracked plaster or sticky residue.

For these hanging strips to stick properly, they need to be on a completely smooth surface. While it's tempting to try them out on a brick wall, and you might get lucky one day, they really aren't designed to work well on rough textures. So avoid using them on things like popcorn ceilings, concrete, or wood.

Why can't you use command strips on textured walls? ›

Let's discuss command strips and textured walls. Textured walls won't hold these for long. They'll fall off quickly.

With products designed for all frame types and sizes, you can hang frames and wall art in the time it takes to find the tool box. All Command™ strips hold strongly, yet remove cleanly, so there's no risk of getting it wrong!

It's also best to avoid placing Command hooks on rough surfaces such as wallpaper and brick, as the strips will struggle to maintain grip and will eventually fall off. Luckily, painted walls, tiles, glass and other smooth surfaces are all ideal for hanging.

A: Command™ Picture Hanging Strips can be used as a mirror hanger, holding mirrors up to 24”x36” and up to 20 lbs. For heavy mirror hangers, 3M CLAW™ Drywall Picture Hangers can hang frames or mirrors up to 65 lbs, with no tools, no studs and no large holes left behind.

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.

A: Don't automatically rule out 3M's Command strips, which are designed for easy, damage-free removal. They can be a good solution, but only if your artwork is relatively lightweight. The Command picture hangers, picture ledges and canvas picture hangers can hold about five to eight pounds, depending on the product.

A: Command™ Picture Hanging Strips can be used as a mirror hanger, holding mirrors up to 24”x36” and up to 20 lbs. For heavy mirror hangers, 3M CLAW™ Drywall Picture Hangers can hang frames or mirrors up to 65 lbs, with no tools, no studs and no large holes left behind.