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Putting your personal touch on a space is what makes it feel like home. But the thought of drilling holes, hammering nails and potentially losing your tenancy deposit can quickly take the joy out of decorating. Whether you are in a rented flat, university halls or your own home, you need a way to hang pictures without nails and the subsequent damage.
This is where picture hanging strips come in. These adhesive solutions offer a strong, reliable and tool-free way to display your favourite art, photos and decor. This guide will walk you through how to select the right removable wall strips for your needs and present some of our top recommendations to help you get started.
With various sizes and types available, choosing the correct adhesive picture hangers can seem confusing. Focusing on a few key factors will ensure your frames stay securely on the wall and come off cleanly when you're ready for a change.
The most critical factor is the weight of your item. Every pack of frame hanging strips specifies a maximum weight capacity. Always weigh your picture frame or decor piece before purchasing. It is advisable to use more strip pairs than the minimum required for items near the upper weight limit to ensure a secure hold. For instance, a large, heavy frame will require strips designed for a higher load, whereas simple poster strips are sufficient for lightweight, unframed prints.
While incredibly versatile, these strips work best on specific surfaces. They are ideal for smooth, sealed surfaces such as painted walls (allow at least seven days for new paint to cure), finished wood, laminate, glass, metal and tiles. Avoid using them on wallpaper, vinyl surfaces or unpainted brick, as the adhesive may not bond properly or could cause damage upon removal. Before application, always clean the surface with rubbing alcohol to remove any dust or grease.
There are two main types of adhesive hangers:
Here are a few carefully selected options that cater to different decorating needs, from large statement pieces to small photo galleries.
Why It Stands Out: This is the solution for your heaviest and largest pieces of art. With a significant weight capacity, these strips provide peace of mind when hanging substantial mirrors or oversized framed prints that define a room.
Pros:
Who is it for? Homeowners and renters who want to securely hang heavy, large-scale artwork, gallery wall centrepieces or small mirrors without any tools.
Why It Stands Out: A versatile workhorse for most standard-sized picture frames, these large strips offer a great balance of strength and utility. They are perfect for creating a gallery wall with medium-sized frames or hanging everyday decor.
Pros:
Who is it for? Anyone looking to hang multiple medium-sized pictures, wall clocks or decorative signs around their home or office.
Why It Stands Out: Perfect for smaller decorative projects, these small strips are ideal for creating a collection of small framed photos or displaying lightweight art. They offer the same damage-free technology in a size suited for more delicate items.
Pros:
Who is it for? Individuals creating photo walls, decorating children's rooms with small framed pictures or hanging lightweight nursery decor.
Why It Stands Out: Specifically designed for frameless items, these poster strips are the modern replacement for drawing pins and sticky tack. They provide a secure hold for posters and prints without damaging the corners or leaving greasy marks on the wall.
Pros:
Who is it for? Students decorating university halls, teenagers personalising their bedrooms or anyone wanting to display lightweight paper items without commitment.
If the products above don't quite match what you need to hang, or if you're looking for different sizes or specialised adhesive hooks, there are many other solutions available.
Explore our full range of adhesive strips to find the perfect match for your next decorating project.
Proper removal is key to a damage-free experience. Never pull the strip away from the wall at an angle. Instead, lightly hold the top of the strip and slowly pull the tab straight down, keeping it flat against the wall. The strip will stretch and release its bond cleanly without taking paint with it. For interlocking strips, first remove the frame by lifting it up and away from the wall, then remove each strip individually.
The adhesive part of the strip is for single use only. Once you remove a strip from the wall or the back of a frame, its adhesive properties are gone and it cannot be reapplied. However, the interlocking feature of frame hanging strips allows you to take the picture off the wall and re-hang it as often as you like, as long as the strips themselves remain in place.
Weight capacity varies significantly by size. Small strips may hold around 1-2 kg, while large and extra-large versions can support up to 7 kg or 9 kg, respectively. Always check the packaging for the specific weight and frame size recommendations. It is crucial to use the correct number of strip pairs for the weight of your item to ensure it is hung securely.