Home Staging Tips: Using Command Strips to Hang Wall Art by Tori Toth

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Quotable from this video: "it's a temporary solution to the naked wall and when you're ready to remove, just detach the frame then pull the foam tab to release the Command Hanging Strips" - @ToriTothStager
In this video I wanted to share with you a wall art product I always use in my home stagings. You can find it in most hardware or big box stores and it not only saves time, but it can save your walls from a bunch of holes.
The product is command picture hanging strips. This is one of the simplest ways to decorate your walls that's quick and easy. And the best part you don't have to worry about nail holes, cracked plaster or any sticky residue.
So this product comes in different sizes, Small command strips hold most 8" x 10" frames, medium strips hold most 18" x 24" frames and large strips hold most 24" x 36" frames. The varying sizes allow can hold up to 4 pounds. Take these weight restrictions seriously and use the proper size so your wall art doesn't fall and get damaged.
Okay so let me show you how they work:
First seperate the strips and attach the fastners together until your hear them snap. Then remove one of the liners and place the strip on your frame sticky side down.
Apply the command strips to the other side of the frame, as well. Check the box to determine how many strips are needed for your wall art. Then remove the other liner and place on the wall pushing securely.
Then remove the first layer of the strip and add pressure to the strips on the wall, it's recommended to leave alone for one hour before attaching the frame to the wall strip.
This product is amazing for staging because it provides a temporary solution to the naked wall and when you're ready to remove, just detach the frame then pull the foam tab to release the strip....and your wall is still in perfect condition.
The command picture hanging strips is just one of several damage free hanging products this company has, and its great for decorating, especially for a photo gallery wall or like I did here with these light weight mirrors. So make sure to try the strips or if your project requires their hooks and clips too.
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:30 [ Introducing Product ]
:54 [ Weight Restrictions]
1:07 [ How It Works ]
1:50 [ Where to Place Strips]
3:00 [Place On Wall]
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[@MartinusHouse]

Love Command Hanging products!! Recently we helped decorate my parents new home using Command products. We actually weighed some of the pictures to determine which Command products to purchase. I found I liked the Command hanging strips better than the hooks.

[@HomeStagingTV]

Thanks for watching @MartinusHouse, yes I like the strips the best too!

[@dublin1948]

I absolutely love these picture hanging strips and all the other hooks that are in the Command line. I'm retired now and rent so I use many of them in each room. I just wish they were a little less expensive here in Canada. Love your videos!

[@HomeStagingTV]

+Kate Heptonstall thanks Kate for watching....I love this product too...it's so much easier than making holes.

[@cathiclose9684]

I never knew you could pull those off. Great tutorial!

[@mwoods1052]

Didn't mention wiping down the wall and frame with alcohol first to remove any residue, an important step.

[@georgemaster9952]

Agreed!

[@kadnan67]

Its just common sense

[@geneetaful]

I learned that after one art fell off the wall.

[@ddl4374]

@@BuiltUponARock1 😁

[@VikesHike]

i followed your instructions and was able to hang all of my posters and vikings stuff in my apartment. :) these are very useful for me because i rent my place and down own it. i need something that won't damage the walls and these do the trick. thank you!

[@HomeStagingTV]

I'm so glad it helped

[@patsyw4141]

Thank you for showing how these command strips work, as I've had some for years, used wrongly and gave up, so now I'll take them out again and try to use them properly.

[@anhvutuan2585]

The damage-free is wonderful and the expalation is performed by a nice lady!

[@dianez9211]

Thanks for the video. I was not sure how to use them, but now I do : ) In your next video, I would mention to clean the wall first with alcohol before putting the strip on the wall. Also, how to remove the strip off the wall without damaging it would be helpful too. Question: How to use the Command products in the shower and bath would be great! Best Wishes.

[@burger_kinghorn]

Is it necessary to pull the frame off right after you first press it to the wall? I'm afraid I would pull off the strips.

[@gracemilo8063]

My picture did not want to to come back down at all. Don't want to rip it out using screw drivers or pliers.

[@thehomestagingchannel]

Just bought a generous package at Costco yesterday! They are a great solution for brick walls!

[@NiaMSnow]

Susan Bourassa bricks!!! I have stucco walls. close enough right. oh yay! I'm excited I definitely will be buying em NOW

[@jyotikijyoti]

Seriously?? Brick wall? I am looking all over the internet to see what will hold up a 8x10 frame that I want to hang on the brick wall on my front porch..

[@maureenmccarthy6523]

Very good demonstration. ~The instructions on the back the command pack are so small can't read even with reading glasses!

[@blodspage]

Maureen McCarthy I took a photo of instructions and then enlarged it on computer/tablet/phone.

[@poppysaunders9031]

I couldn't read the instructions either so I'm grateful for this demo.

[@sagierazak3362]

You’re a champion 👏packaging instructions clear as mud

[@reenajain05]

Hi.. I have a 3kg of weight bathroom mirror. Can i use these to hang it on my bathroom tile walls?

[@jamesfrisco]

SEPT 2024: Thank you for the great video....

[@johnrossharvey6451]

Better video than 3M suggested. Was not able to make both strips stick together. Must try again.

[@HomeStagingTV]

+John Ross Harvey oh thank you....try again, it should work!

[@NoctumusTV]

Thanks for the demo, it's always nice to see a how a product actually works before buying it :)

[@1JoyPeace]

Using this technique to hang jigsaw puzzles; saved me from spending $200+ on an oversized frame delivery. Thank you!

[@HomeStagingTV]

Excellent!

[@jackie64b]

I managed to hang new strip lighting under my kitchen wall cupboards as I didn't want to screw into the units. They're great.

[@HomeStagingTV]

+jackie64b awesome that's great!!! They're so easy to use and can hang anything!

[@douglascook7758]

Great video. So much easier than the way the written instructions make it seem.

[@larryobrien4750]

Well done video/explanation. Better than others seen.

[@Amy-lu4zk]

Thank you so much for this GREAT video demonstration!! I just have one question... what if once you get it up you see that the picture is not exactly straight. How are you able to adjust it to make it straight? Do you have to remove the strips and start over with new strips? That can be quite expensive. Thank you again this video was exactly what I was looking for so I could be sure that I would do it right the first time.😊

[@qsnevrythng]

use a spirit level first, make your marks then fix the frame

[@c_farther5208]

Thank you so much, I didn't know how to use these. Actually, I screwed them up and went out and bought more. So glad I found your video. Well done!

[@HomeStagingTV]

thank you for watching

[@enlightenedact]

Great tips on application and usage. Can't wait to try it when I am decorating my new office! Thanks!!

[@HomeStagingTV]

send us pictures of your office once done to FB page. facebook.com/homestagingtips

[@Oh_Yasss_Queen]

I jist bought the item two days ago and I love your video very well detailed. Thank you beautiful ❤

[@HomeStagingTV]

no problem, thank you

[@nationaldispatchllc958]

We have never used these before -- looks super easy!

[@diamondeagle1522]

are they re-usable if you want to move the picture elsewhere or do you need to buy again?

[@HomeStagingTV]

I wouldn't reuse them

[@cherigonzales4333]

Praise God! Thank you so much, I wasn't understanding instrustions, excited to try these out. You should add to clean surfaces with alcohol first.

[@HomeStagingTV]

yep of course!

[@faithb8723]

I have a 70 x 54 fleece blanket coming soon and want to hang it. How many packages of the 16 lb ones would I need to hang it? Can you use it on painted walls?

[@HomeStagingTV]

yes you can use it on painted walls, not sure it will stick to fleece though?

[@susangarrison874]

It would be useful to know if heavier pictures could be securely hung using more strips. Do the strips hold on tiled bathroom walls?

[@beverlyannsjoblom]

no not on tile

[@MrJorgie73]

Great tip, just what I needed to hang up a similar calendar without making holes in the wall - cheers!

[@robyndaniels1381]

Isn't it a bit of overkill as well as being more expensive to use 4! It says on packet that one set will hold 7kgs! Also I think it is probably better in terms of using gravity/hold to use them vertically instead of horizontally as demonstrated in the official 3M KZbin vid. Thanks for sharing - good to see a real person demonstrating rather than just written instructions on 3M vid x

[@MsBari27]

Best how to I have seen! Thanks

[@HomeStagingTV]

Glad it helped!

[@martybop]

Thank you for this is logical demonstration. It's better than Command's version. I'm gonna get sticking....

[@genenegouveia1907]

Hi Tori, great presentation. Thanks for the tips!

[@HomeStagingTV]

You are so welcome!

[@PicasaTheArtOfDesign]

Tori can you hang curtains without putting holes in walls?

[@HiilandKew]

Can you make a video of how to hang wall art (ie. canvas prints) straight when using Command Strips? What kind of tools, ie. ruler of some sorts or a spirit level would you recommend?

[@HomeStagingTV]

HiilandKew will work on that, thanks for the suggestion it is a great question!

[@tonydalterio3605]

Use 2 people, one to hold the picture straight & one to mark the top corners with a pencil. use a level if you choose. Then when affixing to wall have the other person stand back & make sure you are sticking to the wall where your pencil marks. I can't see doing this except with small pics without 2 people!

[@qsnevrythng]

How long does it last? I don't relish the idea of a heavy picture falling down on my head

[@HomeStagingTV]

as long as you want to keep the picture up.

[@elainemcmahon2643]

I’ve just bought these- excellent demonstration! Thankyou!

[@Frank-uf2vn]

I believe that most of the poor reviewer comment's are due to not using these correctly! If you clean both the wall and frame with alcohol and hold the object to the wall for the 30 sec. and then separate them and press each of them firmly for another 30 sec. and wait a hour then rehang your frame it will work perfectly, it has been said that they only work on painted walls, but I actually hung my 7 point buck (plaque) rack that is protruding 11 inches from the wall and has a 8" spread and it is affixed to vinyl wallpaper and has been hanging for the better part of a week now!

[@alcoviello6472]

Honestly, I followed the instructions and even used extra strips but eventually they give out like after a year or so

[@shlimon7667]

nice

[@donnawheaton7330]

Great tips!!! Never knew it could be this easy!

[@HomeStagingTV]

yes it can!!! :)

[@claudiasanders8372]

Do you think this will work on a sloped wall? I can't imagine why it would make a difference and should work, right?

[@HomeStagingTV]

hmmm, it should

[@TheJanicetunes]

Can I use a bunch of these to hang a heavy mirror in my workout room? I'm repurposing my bathroom mirror to another room I'm using as a temporary workout room. I don't want to permanently attach it. Will command strips work to hang the heavy mirror?

[@beverlyannsjoblom]

3M (command strip company) says absolutely NOT. could eventually fall and break.

[@sandibeach7291]

I can't wait to hang my tins on the wall! I am wondering if the strips damage the tins though?

[@HomeStagingTV]

+Sandi Beach they shouldn't Sandi

[@sandibeach7291]

+Home Staging by Tori Toth I hope not Tori!

[@bvaloris1]

will the strips hold up in a bathroom with high humidity coming off the shower?

[@carlamaldonado5936]

Yes they hold up!

[@mymiracle79]

Bruce V They have water proof ones

[@Opinions.of.Rih.]

Yes. I’ve had a picture hanging in my bathroom for about a year now with no problem.

[@camillemelchionna8969]

Perfect demonstration!

[@HomeStagingTV]

thanks

[@carolmendes2011]

Do you think this could work in a wall with wallpaper?

[@marcyb491]

How about heavier ART Framed Work weighing more than 4 to 5 ponds? Which Command product can be used?

[@andersonmcnasty5020]

Would I be able to put these on a basement wall that's like concrete brick? And how long do these things last because I live in an apartment and can't drill holes into the basement walls. I want to keep these pictures up for like a year or so.

[@HomeStagingTV]

+Andrew McMaster they would last forever however they don't really work well on brick or concrete. I would go to the products website for more info. though

[@gladysguseck8838]

See the comment below about brick walls. Also, I saw another video, where a man hung Command hooks on a painted concrete block wall.

[@julesseaton847]

I wasted some strips because the back of my frame had loose paper strips where I had redone it. My fault. Now they look great with my paintings on my walls!

[@buzzment1]

Hi Tori..Im wondering will they work on a small alarm shock sensor on a door frame..Im worried they may loosen with the vibration of the door closing over time..

[@shruthiprashanth390]

Can we re stick once you remove from the wall??!!

[@HomeStagingTV]

I would not reuse

[@lorrielennon3164]

Thanks so much. I didn't quite understand the instructions and your video clarified!

[@HomeStagingTV]

thanks

[@AbdicateDotNet]

So if a strip is said to hold 5 lbs, if you put 3 strips would that be cumulative, meaning all three will hold 15 lbs?

[@HomeStagingTV]

+AbdicateDotNet I would double check the product specifications if you go to comman strip's website.

[@CraftsDotCupCake]

Do you know if 3M Command has any products for holding up shelves?

[@HomeStagingTV]

I don't think so. www.commandstrips.com

[@lindaveres6620]

Need help! I tried this with 16 lbs strips. The picture I hung was a little over 5 lbs. didn't want it to fall so I put one in each corner and one in the middle at top. When I placed it on the wall and pressed like you said.....I can't get it to come loose now. It is really stuck! Don't think it will fall but what am I suppose to do to take it down? I was practicing on this because I have two other prints I want to hang in our bedroom and really down want them to fall. There are just under 5lbs but a much smaller picture. Both have glass. Thank you for any help you can give me.. Have a blessed day!

[@beazyb]

Burn the house down that should remove it

[@jolietuin7370]

Are they really work? Cause I’m worry it fall down

[@SamSung-nf6tr]

Hi Tori what would you use for a heavy mirror? Is there anything out there? I bought a bedroom set & the mirror is not attached to the dresser. I live in an apartment.

[@beverlyannsjoblom]

There are command strips made just for "mirrors" so use only those made for mirrors.

[@heidi.a.thomson]

Would this be recommended for long-term wall hanging? Just wondering how long the adhesive strips last.

[@jsloura]

Heidi A. Thomson Life Coach I have same question too.

[@hotdayum]

Yes. I had wall art hanging for 5 years in my home using these strips. I took them down when I moved.

[@moonlitbalcony2861]

@@hotdayum were you mostly hanging light weight pictures?

[@hotdayum]

Moonlit Balcony varying sizes between 3 and 10 pounds. I used the large strips that hold up to 16 pounds but instead of using 4 strips per pictures per the instructions, I only used 2 strips. Worked just fine.

[@empressdior]

Every last one of my pictures fell off the wall after 2-4 weeks.. 5 pound strips couldn't hold a 1 pound picture frame. Great for a 1-2 week use

[@susandemendoza6348]

I have a very heavy picture what do you suggest to secure it safely to my wall without a nail?

[@julesseaton847]

Susan DeMendoza they have extra heavy! I used them all over the heavy frame. Yo be cautious I padded my buffet heavily in case it fell. It did not!

[@HomeStagingTV]

+Bruce V they should be okay, I would double check with the company.

[@TedraChanel]

Where'd you get the calendar?

[@HomeStagingTV]

BougieGirland CoBlog I got the calendar at Staples. Thanks for watching!

[@marjkamil]

What happened to the picture frame can I remove the strip easily to the picture frame without ruining the frame on the back? Please advise!

[@tkuzava22]

How long do they last for?

[@HomeStagingTV]

as long as you need them to

[@chawa8324]

wow! excellent video! I'm sold!

[@anamrahimi8985]

What size should i get for an 12 by 12 inch frame?

[@janastoddard737]

Will this work on frameless paintings?

[@HomeStagingTV]

yes it should

[@ceciliaagraz746]

Hi Tori, how do you remove the calendar? The strips seem to be pretty hidden and hard to reach to pull off and remove. Thanks!

[@HomeStagingTV]

Cecilia Agraz it's velcro so you just lightly pull it off and then you can remove the strip on the wall.

[@pdubstuff]

Will this hold up a vinyl banner???

[@bloopers0522]

definitely gonna give these a try

[@HomeStagingTV]

+mee chang awesome they work so well

[@KevinMphotography]

didn't show the wall after taking the strip off. did it strip some paint off?

[@kimvandemortel5720]

Do these work on concrete walls?

[@TheHeatherhales1988]

Which strips did you use?

[@HomeStagingTV]

I use all different ones depending on the project

[@Victor-yu4tp]

how many strips will it take to hang a 24x36 inch poster frame

[@HomeStagingTV]

Victor check the back of the label. www.commandstrips.com

[@Doingmytfine]

Tori Torth what about a cork board. would that do to.

[@HomeStagingTV]

yes that should work

[@ruthless3086]

How do you know how much your wall art weights pls answer

[@HomeStagingTV]

Throw it on a scale or try and guesstimate

[@karenlukin9231]

Weigh yourself and then hold the artwork and weigh again ;)

[@nolanerunner1]

Good tutorial I'm going to do a wall soonHave bought lots of strips They're expensive...no

[@gotdumpedinrke]

I followed the directions totally. The pictures fell off the wall. I wasted money buying these these and I had to replace two broken frames

[@jazzyms24]

Betty Blalock yes my mirror fell and broke as well 😞

[@toonblast9932]

Same thing happened to me 😢

[@Tmonsterism]

How heavy was the stuff you hung up?

[@tixilx]

I didn’t notice her advising prior preparation / cleaning of the areas on the wall that the four mounting strips need to adhere to. This is an essential step!

[@alcoviello6472]

As someone who has used these frequently, doesn't matter how you install eventually they will fail. The picture will fall usually in the middle of the night and break or/and tear paint and plaster off the wall.

[@yolandagomez9255]

well,thank you. this isn't a very good review for someone has always has put holes in the walls and wanted to try this at least once.

[@yolandagomez9255]

I still like to make my holes and set it with the appropriate hangers and when I take it off, I just have to plaster the holes and repaint. , not sure which is more effective though

[@illegallaws2268]

OK so i thought it was just me not doing something right my living room is bare because i refuse to drill holes in the wall and all my pictures fell off

[@janeclermon83]

Can you use these on brick wall

[@sadiauddin4237]

Wheres your top from?

[@richardfarrell2337]

Hi, did anyone else have an issue when trying to take the picture back down (to allow adhesive to build) that both strips stay stuck together and to the back of picture and come off the wall?

[@richardfarrell2337]

At 3 mins 30 secs in the video. Thanks

[@georgehare2915]

how effective during seasonal changes year in year out review would be nice to know i? do know nails last years no proble m

[@HomeStagingTV]

seasons shouldn't affect them

[@quadraticresidue]

Very helpful. Going to buy some,

[@jaspal2370]

What can I use for a whiteboard?

[@permanent0midnight]

I think these might suffice for temporary home staging, but I wouldn't trust it to stay up permanently. I also have concerns about it taking the paint off the walls.

[@HomeStagingTV]

it works pretty well

[@Lezgrey]

So Helpful! Thanks xxxx Irresistible

[@HomeStagingTV]

+Al Fresc thanks

[@abigailmckernwalkingwithpo4582]

It says very clearly on the instructions that you have to use rubbing alcohol to clean the wall surface before you use the strips. Why don’t you mention that?

[@wesleyclarke6971]

i have a twenty pound picture frame can the command strip hold this frame

[@HomeStagingTV]

+Wesley Clarke it depends what size strip you get I think you can learn more at command hanging strips website

[@kiabee1001]

Can you share the link for the strip?

[@HomeStagingTV]

commandstrips.com

[@sharonvia7286]

can these be used on textured walls?

[@HomeStagingTV]

it depends...

[@pouriahasheminasab5105]

Very informative video . Thanks

[@HomeStagingTV]

thanks

[@anhvutuan2585]

It is the excellent strip! Thanks!

[@cheryldaamen1600]

can i use the strips to hang a wired back picture

[@HomeStagingTV]

possibly....it depends more if it has a flat surface and the weight of the item being hung

[@vitorazevedo1040]

I live in Bélgium...where can I buy this product, I can't find him!

[@HomeStagingTV]

Hi Vitor Azevedo you can check out where it's sold here: solutions.3m.com/wps/portal/3M/en_WW/GlobalLandingPage/Command

[@vitorazevedo1040]

Home Staging by Tori Toth You are very kind! Thanks for your help...

[@helinaamede2156]

Thanks for the instructions

[@HomeStagingTV]

+Helina Amede anytime

[@nicole2928]

Thanks this review helped

[@donaldcorona3876]

well done demo. thanks.

[@ninjanick50]

Better than the instructions

[@HomeStagingTV]

awesome, glad I could help!!

[@barbaramilton966]

great explanation

[@HomeStagingTV]

+barbara milton thank you for stopping in and watching!

[@n2enothingtoeverything325]

Hi can you please pet me know how to hang cardboards blocks for mario theme birthday party using command hooks. I want to use those boxes as punch boxes for mario theme. Please help me i need it by a week.

[@HomeStagingTV]

Sorry I'm just seeing this, how did it turn out?

[@n2enothingtoeverything325]

It worked soo great and my party is a big hit... thanks a lot for making this video