Are you simply obsessed with well-decorated rooms? Then you must be aware that lighting is an essential part of the process.
So, are you telling us that you bought tons of rope lights and have no idea how to attach them to your concrete wall?
Don’t fret, let us help!
Just keep on reading and we’ll tell you exactly what you need to do to get this problem out of your way. What’s more, we will give you more than one way to solve this issue. So follow the one which is most convenient for you!
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How To Attach Rope Lights To Concrete – They Will Never Fall Off Again!
You may have seen the aesthetic pictures on the internet which display happy faces in front of rope lights. Perhaps you want them for your Instagram pictures. Or maybe you want to shape them into words.
However, you may want to use them, that are guaranteed to look great on your wall. But have you ever considered how horrid the unnecessary nail holes and scratches will look after you’re done hanging them?
Yikes!
But what if we told you that won’t be a problem!
Given below are some tips on how you can attach rope light to concrete walls.
Super Glue Gives Super Results!
Super Glue has been a DIY-ers best friend for a long time. Its excellent shear strength property allows it to create strong adhesive bonds with anything it is used on.
Now that you have super glue in one hand and the lights in the other, you start attaching them to your wall. There are 4 simple steps to follow to perfectly place them.
- Mark the space you want to stick them with a pencil. This step is especially crucial if you want to shape the lights in words.
- Check the length of the lights before you start applying glue to them. Make sure you have enough length to cover the desired area.
- Start applying the superglue to the rope about 5 inches at a time. Applying bit by bit is important because this will reduce the chances of incorrect placement.
- Hold the rope in its place on the wall for 10 seconds before letting go. Thus ensuring it doesn’t slip.
And you’re done! It was that simple.
However:
You should know that this is a permanent method. If you want to change the design after some time, then this technique isn’t for you.
Don’t forget to wear protective equipment!
Trust us when we say that you don’t want superglue to come in contact with anything other than the lights and the wall.
Because even though this may be the most permanent solution, it may also be the messiest one. So, remember to be extra careful with this method!
You have been warned.
To Glue Or Not To Glue?
If you are a little hesitant to use superglue, it is completely understandable. That is probably because you want to reposition the lights after a while. In that case, you may want to use hot glue or a silicone adhesive.
But what do I choose?
This really depends on the specific use. Allow me to elaborate. If you need a fast-setting bond, and you want to be able to reposition or perhaps even remove the lights, then hot glue is your best bet.
But if you are looking for a little more flexibility and a waterproof seal, then better to choose a Silicone adhesive. Whatever you do, the instructions for using them remain the same as super glue.
Pipes Make Everything Right!
We know that you are looking for how to attach your lights to concrete. But what if we told you that you don’t have to attach it directly. Hence, saving your wall from preventable damage?
What are we talking about?
PVC pipes, of course! This method is mainly if you want to make a frame with the lights. The main idea is simple. Which is wrapping the light ropes around the pipes.
So, if you’re planning on taking down the lights after the season is over, this is the best option for you.
List of things you will need:
- PVC pipes
- PVC pipe cutter/ saw
- 4 elbows
- Measuring tape
- Marker
All these materials are extremely cheap and are a good investment if you intend to use this décor seasonally.
Let’s get started then, shall we?
- First, you measure the height and the breadth of the frame that you want to make on the wall.
- Then, you cut the PVC pipes according to the measurements that you have taken.
- Place the elbows on every corner and join them together to form a frame. There is no need to glue the elbows as they fit quite snugly.
- Attach the pipes to the wall and wrap the light ropes around it in a spiral. And voila!
Is it really that easy?
This is a fairly easy method, especially considering you don’t have to use any nails or screws. Therefore, saving your wall. It might be a little difficult in the beginning, but continues very smoothly once you get the hang of it!
Brick Clips Are The New Duct Tape!
This brilliant invention is just a piece of metal in reality. But it has saved many concrete brick walls across the world.
How does it work?
That’s easy, all you need to do is place the spring end of the clip at the bottom of the brick and press the top part of the clip gently till it fixes in its place. All you need to do then is hang the rope by the hook that’s on the clip!
Moldable Glues – We Stick Together
These come in small packets and can be molded into various shapes. The only downside is that they take up to 24 hours to dry!
So all you need to do is place the rope lights in place using duct tape. Then use the moldable glue to attach the rope in its place. Once you are done with that, you have to wait for 24 hours for the glue to dry, and then peel off the duct tape.
That’s simple.
What Else Is There?
There is another method too, but it, unfortunately, requires drilling holes with nails and screws into your pretty wall.
Okay with that? Great, read on!
The technique basically requires using clamps. First, you need to place the rope in place and position the clamps. Then you mark the concrete and drill the holes in the marked areas.
Finally, you place the clamps and screw them in place. And you’re done!
Conclusion:
Enjoy your new décor!
Now that you have read through everything that you need to know about how to attach rope lights to concrete, you are good to go.
So, go ahead and buy the necessary items from the nearest store. And start decorating with the beautiful string of lights that have been laying in the corner!
Home is where the heart is!
