How to attach garland to windows and walls

Hanging the garland on the wall or window in a house or apartment is not difficult, but then you can find an unpleasant surprise in the form of damaged wallpaper or unrecoverable glue stains. Therefore, the work should be carried out with several recommendations to choose the best way of fixing, which will fix the lights on the surface, but at the same time will not spoil it.

Modern garlands allow you to create a stylish Christmas illumination in any room.

Methods of fastening to windows and walls

To begin with, it is worth breaking down the options for mounting on smooth durable surfaces. This can be glass, plastic, painted or plastered wall, metal and more. Choose a suitable solution should be based on several points:

1. Place of attachment. It is one thing to hang the garland indoors, where the temperature is positive and humidity is constant, and quite another to work outside, where there is frost, wind and precipitation.
2. The weight of the product. Most often the lights weigh a little, so the load on the surface is small, but you still need to choose a fastener that will not fail and will not have to re-hang the decoration.
3. Dimensions of the garland and the specifics of its placement. If a composition will be created, it will add complexity and require a lot of time.

Lights can decorate any object indoors or outdoors.

There are several options for mounting, there are both traditional and new, about which many do not know. You should choose on the basis of convenience and relevance in a particular situation:

1. Conventional duct tape.. It is used most often, despite all the disadvantages - the tape often falls off during temperature and humidity changes, adhesive traces remain on the surfaces, which have to be wiped off or washed off with a solvent for a long time. If there is no other choice, you need to use tape properly, for this purpose, cut a strip and bend it over the wire, sticking to it so that one side is the adhesive end of at least a centimeter long. Once attached, the risk of falling is much less, as the cable will not slip under the tape and tear it off.
   Scotch tape is not the most reliable, but the cheapest and most affordable solution for glass.
2. Mounting platforms Self-adhesive (also known as cable platforms) - a special fastener, which is a square platform with double-sided adhesive tape on one side and a small hook on the other. It is a convenient variant, it holds firmly, but after its removal on the surface there are also traces of glue, the easiest way to wash them off is with a special agent "Label off", it removes the traces from any stickers well. And for surfaces that are not afraid of aggressive exposure you can use gasoline or solvent.
3. Glue gun. With its help, you can quickly and reliably hang garlands on glass, metal, plastic and other durable surfaces. The composition glues securely to the base, and then it is not difficult to tear it from its place. The main thing is to stick the cable from the garland from the top, not sinking into the surface, so that it is easier to separate later and you do not have to work with a knife.
4. Silicone suction cups With a hook or a split in the middle are great for attaching lights, as they do not require any special preparation. You just need to clean the base and press down the suction cup. This method is suitable for smooth surfaces - glass, plastic or wooden frames and trim, ceramics on kitchen and bathroom walls, etc. It is also easy to remove because it leaves no residue. Sold in hardware stores, they come in a variety of colors and sizes.
   Hooks are a convenient and inconspicuous solution for mounting garlands and other Christmas decorations.
5. Easy-to-remove hooks - an excellent solution that will work for different surfaces, including wallpaper (but not all, it is better to try beforehand in an inconspicuous area). The best option is Command from ZM, but there are other manufacturers of similar products. The hook is simply pressed against a pre-cleaned surface and held for a few seconds. It can withstand heavy loads, but is only suitable for indoor use. To remove, you have to pull the tongue strictly downwards parallel to the surface.
6. Nails Suitable for fixing the garland on the wall outside if the facade is wooden or lined with wood. It is desirable to use thin finishing options that are almost invisible, hammered into the joints, so that even after they are removed, there is no trace on the surface.
7. If there is a heating pipe running along the wallThe easiest thing to do is to tie the garland with a thread at the right height along the wall. You can also do this if there is wallpaper on the wall, but under the ceiling is a plastic or wooden skirting - hooks are attached to it, and from them go down threads.

Split suction cups are not only suitable for walls and windows, but also for stretch ceilings.

If you hang the illumination on a brick or concrete facade year after year, it is best to drill holes and insert dowels of small diameter. In the winter, screw hooks with a screw tip into them, and after removal, insert any plugs of a suitable color.

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How to fix the daisy on the wallpaper

To fix the daisy on the wallpaper, almost none of the methods described above will work. All of them are dangerous to damage the surface, so you need to pick your options, which will ensure a reliable attachment of lights and at the same time cause minimal damage to the finish:

1. Painting tape.. This is the name of one of the varieties of tape used in construction work. It is a paper tape with a very sticky surface, which is well fixed on the wallpaper. When removed, the base of the tape holds the adhesive without transferring it to the wallpaper, which is very important. To avoid any problems, choose products from reputable manufacturers, such as 3M.
2. Double sided tape Is suitable only for strong and heavy wallpaper with a wear-resistant coating. It should be cut into small pieces, and when removing it, be careful not to spoil the surface and not to leave traces of glue on it.
3. Adhesive pads - An interesting new product that is suitable for all types of wallpaper, except for paper. The composition is good for fixing lights and other decorations on the walls of rooms, while leaving no traces after removal and does not tear off the top decorative layer. To use it, you need to knead the pad in your fingers to warm it up and press it to the surface. Afterwards, it is easy to detach, moreover, it can be used more than once, you just need to knead the composition again before application.
   Adhesive pads can be used to secure the garland to almost all surfaces.
4. Pins - A simple solution that will allow you to fix the lights on any type of wallpaper. To ensure that after removing the holes were not visible, it is better to mount the garland higher, and the pins insert from top to bottom, so the lights will be held securely. To avoid problems, you should choose products with low weight, the less the load on the surface - the better.

If there is a skirting board between the wall and the ceiling, you can insert pins between it and the wall, so that no traces remain.

Ideas for decor using lights

There are many options for how to beautifully hang garland on the wall. It all depends on the lights used, the decor of the room and personal preferences. To decorate the room unconventionally, you can use the recommendations:

1. On the window, the best look suspended options in the form of rain, icicles or curtains. You can buy lights in the form of hanging balls, stars, etc. It is important that the illumination works top-down or vice versa, on the windows it creates an original effect and looks beautiful. When buying, it is worth matching the size to your window openings, so that the product fits into the space.
2. To add coziness to the bedroom, you can hang a garland above the bed in the form of glowing frosted balls. This will create a comfortable environment and allow you to use the lights instead of a lamp for reading or social networking. It's best to choose models with the ability to adjust the brightness of the light and the flashing setting.
3. A stylish solution is to put a small garland in a transparent glass vase or other container of suitable size. Such decoration will fit in any environment and will attract attention. Most often use monochromatic lights, as a variety of colors in one place can create discomfort for the eyes.
4. If several dozen memorable photos have been collected over the year, you can use them to decorate the room. To do this, first hang a garland, and on it at equal intervals with decorative clothespins should be attached photos. This will create a cozy place to collect the best moments of the past year.
5. You can make framed doorways using garlands. This is an uncomplicated solution that will add a festive mood and fill rooms with New Year's lights. Apply only lights or combine them with decor - spruce legs, ribbons, etc.
6. A glowing curtain is a great solution that can be used for an entire wall or part of it. If there are no special lights hanging down, to create a curtain, a long length of garland will do, it should be arranged in a zigzag pattern and fastened. To give additional luxury to the illumination, it is best to cover the luminous surface with translucent tulle. It will softly diffuse light and create a unique effect.
7. To make a Christmas tree garland, the easiest way is to fix it on the wall in zigzags, so that the tiers expand downward. It is better to think through the proportions in advance or to work with an assistant to assess the result from afar and make corrections if necessary. The second way is to create a silhouette of a Christmas tree, for this purpose on the luminous part of the garland to find the middle, it will be the top, from it make symmetrical tiers.
   If there is no space in the apartment, you can use the luminous tree instead of the usual Christmas tree.
8. To write the words of the lights on the wall, it is necessary to choose garlands with a fairly frequent arrangement of bulbs. First of all, you should choose the word or phrase that will be done, and the wall. Also pick a font in advance, there are many examples on the web, so there will be no problems. The size of the letters do so that they were readable, not a cluster of lights, which is difficult to make out. In the same way you can make patterns on the walls.
   The bigger the word - the longer the garland will be needed to create it.

You can use different variants of decor in one room, if it will look appropriate and will not overload the space. For small rooms, it is better not to use too much light.

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Safety precautions when working with garlands

To avoid problems, you need to follow a few simple recommendations that relate not only to the installation, but also to the choice and the process of operation. Remember the following:

1. When choosing, pay attention to the quality of workmanship and reliability of the cable. It should be thick enough, but still flexible, with high-quality uniform insulation. Examine and cartridges with lights, there should not be dangling contacts. If the product looks flimsy, it is better not to buy it.
   When buying, pay attention to the quality of manufacture and reliability of the insulation layer.
2. Give preference to LED lights for which the seller has a certificate. Most products are sold illegally, but in stores the products are imported in accordance with regulations and have passed inspection. It is cheap garlands that most often cause fires and often fail.
3. There are versions designed for use outdoors, and there are indoor models. And if the first type can be used everywhere, then the second type should not be hung outdoors, because its protection from moisture is too weak.
4. When fixing, do not stretch the wires too much, place them so that they are not accidentally damaged by people, pets or doors. Work carefully so as not to damage the insulation.
5. If there is a strange odor or the insulation begins to melt during operation, turn off the lights immediately.

You should not leave a working illumination if no one will be at home for a long time.

Video: The original way of attaching LED garland on the window with blinds.

Hang the garland on the windows or walls is not difficult, if you choose the right version of attachment, which will not spoil the surface. You can hang the lights as usual or with their help to create compositions, or make inscriptions, which will give the interior originality and provide the right atmosphere.