Protect plasterboard wall for exercises (wall walks, handstand pushups) or strong tape material

Thanks for the recommendation @MitchellMc ! That sounds like what I need.

Is there an alternative where it's a velcro kind of thing so it can be easily detached when needed? Or even so that the command strips can be left on the wall and not removed each time?

MitchellMc

These Command™ Large Black Adhesive Picture Hanging Strips look like they could be the ticket. You stick one side on the wall and the other on the perspex; the two sides then lock together. They also have the same pull tabs to release from the wall when needed. I haven't used these myself, but it appears that if you were to pull the perspex, it will unlock the two sections. I suspect they've bought them out as otherwise, you'd need to have the pull tab exposed, or you can't get your painting off the wall.

Mitchell

Hey @MitchellMc , i just bought the Command strips you recommended and stick a few on to the perspex, however, they don’t seem to stick very well.

Did you use Diggers Methylated Spirits - 1L or Permastik 30ml Isopropyl Surface Cleaner to clean the wall? Unfortunately, Methylated spirits leaves a film residue on any surface that it cleans. I often suggest using Isopropyl as it cleans very well and leaves a very dry surface with no residue.

Unfortunately, sometimes some surfaces are just difficult to adhere to. I recommend cleaning it again with Isopropyl and seeing if it works. If you still have issues with adhesion, I suggest using Command™ Large White Adhesive Picture Hanging Strips Value Pack - 12 Pack. This has a larger sticking surface and is rated at 7.2kg.

If you have any other questions we can help with, please let us know.

Eric

Hi @EricL , thanks for the suggestion. I actually used one of those alcohol wipes, which is 70% isopropyl alcohol. That shouldve been ok right?

so, i should take off the 3Ms and try again?

Yes, those wipes should have worked. I'm curious as to why the 3M did not adhere to your walls. I suggest giving it another try. Please make sure to get the Command™ Large White Adhesive Picture Hanging Strips Value Pack - 12 Pack instead of the small strips.

Please keep us updated with your progress, we look forward to seeing the perspex mounted.

Eric

Hi @EricL cool. I’ll give it another try tomorrow. And yes, I actually bought the large ones instead of the small ones. 🙂

so, if it adheres perfectly, I shouldn’t see those air bubbles right?

Yes, it's perfectly fine to see air bubbles, however, try to apply the strip from top to bottom instead of laying it uniformly flat. This will minimize the bubbles and give you a better grip.

If you need further assistance, please let us know.

Eric

Hi @EricL just wanted to give an update. The suggestion you gave works well so far.

It’s been holding fine for over 2 months. I am surprised! Thank you!