Command Strips A Guide to Damagefree Home Decorating

Have you ever damaged your walls while decorating because you used the wrong tools? Or struggled to find adhesive solutions that provide both strong hold and easy removal? Command™ products have become the go-to choice for many households, offering powerful functionality and convenience. This comprehensive guide will help you understand and use Command™ products effectively for your home decorating needs.

Command™ products work on nearly all common household surfaces. They adhere perfectly to painted, stained, or varnished wood, as well as smooth surfaces like glass, tile, painted cinder block, metal, and painted wallboard. The Command™ Outdoor range performs exceptionally well on smooth, sealed, and finished surfaces including vinyl siding and fences, doors, windows, decks, gutters, and trim. However, outdoor products are not recommended for rough surfaces like stucco, brick, or rough-sawn wood.

For freshly painted surfaces, ensure the paint has fully cured (refer to the manufacturer's curing time on the paint can). It's recommended to wait one week after painting before using Command™ products. Alcohol-based cleaners may remove or dull new paint finishes, so use them cautiously.

Most wallpapers are too fragile for adhesive products and may tear when removed, making them unsuitable for Command™ applications. For windows, all Command™ Outdoor products and the Command™ Clear Small Window Hooks are specially formulated with UV-resistant and waterproof adhesives that maintain strong hold on glass surfaces.

Command™ Outdoor products adhere best when applied to clean, smooth, dry surfaces above 15°F (-9°C). Once applied, they maintain their hold in temperatures as low as -20°F (-29°C) and can withstand heat up to 125°F (51°C). While vehicle interiors experience extreme temperature fluctuations, Command™ Outdoor Strips and Hooks can be used to hang very light items on smooth, sturdy surfaces, though results may vary due to challenging conditions.

Command™ Hooks offer versatile solutions for closets, cabinets, offices, kitchens, laundry rooms, mudrooms, children's rooms, dorms, bathrooms, boats, and RVs. Each hook package includes extra adhesive strips for repositioning or reuse. The Picture Hanging Strips enable damage-free gallery walls, while the Cord Clips help organize office receipts, computer cables, or children's artwork.

Command™ Outdoor Strips feature waterproof and UV-resistant adhesives designed to withstand rain, snow, and extreme temperatures. The hooks and clips securely fasten to previously difficult-to-decorate outdoor surfaces like doors, windows, siding, decks, gutters, and trim. These products are specifically engineered for outdoor use, making it simple to hang wreaths, signs, thermometers, lights, or seasonal decorations.

To remove Command™ products, simply use dental floss to gently saw through the foam backing. Then stretch or peel away the remaining adhesive. For stubborn applications, heating the base with a hair dryer can soften the adhesive before using floss. For optimal adhesion, wait one hour after application before hanging items. Avoid using household or glass cleaners immediately before application, as they may leave residue that affects adhesion.

Command™ products are not designed for reuse. The adhesive strips contain synthetic rubber resin adhesive and are latex-free. These products are widely available at retail stores and online outlets.