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14 years ago

After just building a new mantle, how do you decorate a mantle without permanently putting nails or holes into the project?

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14 years ago
There are plenty of ways to decorate your mantle without nailing into the wood work. One alternative is using 3M Wall mounting tabs or 3M Adhesive Hooks. These products are easy to put up and take down and do not damage the wall or finish.

For more info on 3M products for decorating:
http://www.concordsupplies.com/3m-scotch-wall-mounting-tabs-7221/69796.html?utm_source=google&utm_medium=productfeed&gclid=CL_5_LeWuLMCFfBcMgodb10AkA
http://www.concordsupplies.com/3m-command-adhesive-hooks-17001-vp-6pk/88615.html

Another alternative is to use decoration that does not need nails. Decorating your mantel with stocking holders that are festive and can hold garlands and stockings will look great and will make decorating easier. See links below for some examples of mantels decorated with stocking holders…

http://www.potterybarn.com/products/frame-stocking-holder/
http://haute-decor.com/CandyCanes.html

I hope this helps, please let me know if you have any more questions about mantel decoration.

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