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Will any of these techniques work on textured walls?

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Press-in hooks are probably your best bet. Adhesive picture hanging strips aren’t designed for textured walls—they probably won’t hold long and are likely to strip off the paint.

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What’s the best way to hang something heavy without nails?

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There are picture hanging strips designed specifically for heavy pictures and mirrors that you can use. Just check the packaging to make sure your object doesn’t exceed the maximum recommended load. You can also try heavy-duty push-in picture hangers, but be aware that these will leave a small hole in your wall.

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We are in a very old building with walls made of gypsum tile. Is there a way to hang art on walls without resorting to suspending it on wire from pix molding?

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Depending on how heavy the pictures are, you may be able to use the 3M Command strips. You might want to double them, hanging two side by side for added support.

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How does one remove a command strip? Does it leave a mark?

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They do not work on textured walls. When I removed the strip, the paint came right off. They may be fine for flat paint, but don't use them for textured walls. I'm glad I tried one behind a door where the damage doesn't show. Now when I repaint, it shouldn't be noticeable.

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Why do I need to clean the wall?

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Dirt and dust can affect the adherence of the hook or tape.

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Will any of these damage the wall or paint?

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Yes. Despite their advertising, these do not come off textured walls without removing the paint. Don't waste your money.

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Can I hang a thin, 9x12 canvas on my wall without a frame? Can I use some kind of glue or tape?

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Yes. Follow the instructions in the article for the tape application. If the tape won't hold the canvas for anything but shorter periods, then use glue through the fabric and onto the tape. The tape should hold the canvas long enough for the glue to cure. Or, you can very slightly use thumb tacks barely through the tape to ensure the glue's cure time.

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Can I use Command Strips on bathroom tiles to hang a mirror?

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Yes, they work on every surface known to man -- just don't exceed their maximum weight as stated on the package.

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Can I use Super Glue for frame hanging?

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No. The glue will eventually become dry after years of hanging, and fall off.

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I am renting and would like to hang some larger pictures on the walls without damaging the gyprock walls. What can I do?

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Size doesn't matter, weight does. Foam tape or Command Adhesive Strips (many choices) used in pairs (or more) may very likely fit the bill.

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Can I use hot glue to hang up light wood letters?

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Yes, but if/when you remove them, you will have to repair the paint or wall.

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I'm not allowed to use blue tack or like things that is gonna leave a mark on my wall but then I don't want to use things like frames for little pics of me and my friends. Anyone know what to do?

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Use a color photo copy machine and place everyone on the same page.

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Will command strips work on emulsioned wallpaper?

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Yes, they work on every surface known to man, just don't exceed their maximum weight limit, which should be indicated on the package.

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How do push in hooks work?

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Not very well. Try the Command Strips (heavy duty).

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Will they tear my wall paper?

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No, Command Adhesive Strips work on every surface known to man, just don't exceed their maximum weight indicated on the packages and follow the removal instructions.

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Will it work on textured painted wallpaper?

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Yes, Command Adhesive Strips work on every surface, just don't exceed the maximum weight indicated on the one of many choices.

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The command strips I used peeled my paint off the wall when I removed them. Why did that happen? Can you recommend anything better?

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The paint might have had an air pocket underneath, or may have been a poor quality paint. You may have placed the command strips on the paint too soon after the paint was dry (if it was freshly painted). When you removed the command strip you may have pulled the strip away from the wall instead of along the surface of the wall.

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Can I use command strips on textured wall paper?

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Yes, this should work as long as you are hanging something under three pounds.

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I have sand plaster. Will the strips hold on that surface?

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Yes. Command Adhesive Strips work on every surface known to man -- just don't exceed their maximum weight as indicated on the packaging.

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