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how to stick led strip lights on wall without damaging paint
Hey Kimmy, I really want to put up some LED strip lights to vibe up my room, but I'm scared I'll damage the paint on my walls. Do you have any tips?
Hey! That sounds like a cool project! You can use clear mounting clips that come with adhesive backing. They're gentle on walls and should hold your LED strips in place without leaving any marks when you take them down.
Mounting clips sound like a good idea! Do they leave any residue though? And wouldn't I need a lot of them?
Some might leave a bit of residue, but you can easily roll it off with your fingers or use a bit of adhesive remover. And yeah, you'd want to place them every few inches to ensure the strips are secure, but it's worth it!
What if I need to reposition the lights after I've stuck them on? Won't that mess up the paint?
Repositioning is always a bit tricky, but if you're careful, it should be fine. Use a hairdryer to heat the adhesive before gently peeling the clips off. This makes the adhesive less sticky and helps prevent paint from peeling.
And what about the LED strips themselves? Won't their adhesive backing damage the paint?
Good point! Instead of sticking the LED strips directly onto the wall, attach them to the mounting clips. This way, you won't have to worry about their adhesive backing at all.
That makes sense! Thanks for the help, Kimmy. What do you think about using washi tape as a design element along with the lights?
Washi tape is a great idea! It's decorative and easy to remove. You can get creative with patterns and designs that complement your LED lights. Just have fun with it and make the space your own!
You're the best, Kimmy! Thank you so much for all the advice. Can't wait to light up my room!
No problem! I'm sure it'll look amazing. Send photos when you're done; I'd love to see how it turns out. Have fun decorating!
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