How to Hang Window Lights Without Nails
The festivities are well and truly creeping up on us, and it won’t be long until the welcoming glow of Christmas window lights are up and shining bright for all to see – just the way we like it.
Whether twinkling from the outside to greet neighbours and guests, or creating a cosy glow from within, window lights transform the home into a true winter wonderland. But we all know that nails and tacks can take their toll and leave lasting damage to your property – not exactly what you want come January…the good news? There are plenty of simple, damage-free solutions for hanging Christmas lights.
In a bid to share the joy with you all, we’ll walk through some easy step-by-step methods for hanging outdoor window lights and indoor window lights, all without the need for nails.
A Festive Glow Without the Hassle
Hanging Christmas lights should be about spreading the joy and basking in the warming glow, not DIY disasters. By using these simple, nail-free solutions like adhesive clips, suction cups, and Command Hooks, you can create a stunning display of Christmas window lights – inside and out – without leaving holes, marks and unsightly scuffs.
Hanging Outdoor Window Lights Without nails
When it comes to outdoor window lights, its all about finding secure, weatherproof ways to display them without causing any damage to your window frames or brickwork. Here’s our tried-and-tested method:
What You’ll Need:
- Outdoor fairy lights – these should have an IP65 rating to withstand the elements during the winter months.
- Adhesive hooks – Command Hooks are great for this hack, as it’s easy to secure the lights into place.
Step-by-Step:
- Start by ensuring that you chosen surface is clean and dry before pealing back the adhesive base and pressing the hooks firmly into place.
- Repeat this process until you have surrounded the area, placing the hooks approximately 50cm apart from one another for even coverage.
- Slip your outdoor window lights into place by sliding the wire into the hooks.
Hang Indoor Window Lights Without Nails
Indoor Christmas lights are just as important for creating a festive glow. Whether you’re framing a window with fairy lights, hanging Christmas silhouettes or adding some cosy Christmas window decorations, these nail-free solutions will work brilliantly when it comes to effortlessly transforming your home.
Suction Cups with Hooks – Perfect for Christmas Silhouettes
- Moisten the suction cup slightly for a firmer hold.
- Press it firmly onto the glass surface.
- Hang a Christmas silhouette such as dazzling stars or other lightweight indoor window lights from the hook.
Adhesive Tie Back Bases – The Best Choice for Fairy Lights
- Thread a clear cable tie through the back of the base.
- Peel off the adhesive back and secure into place around the window frame.
- Use the cable tie to secure your lights into place and tighten as normal. Snip off any excess cable tie to keep it looking neat and tidy.
- Continue these steps the whole way around your window frame until it is surrounded in light.
Small Command Hooks – Great for Window Lights and Curtain Lights
- Choose small, clear Command Hooks, and stick them onto the sides or the top of your window frame.
- Once secured into place, slip the wires or cables of your chosen lights into place.
Top tip: Always check the weight limit of hooks and suction cups to ensure that your lights will hang brightly all season long.
