Best Practices for Using Wreath Hooks with Suction Cups

Wreaths bring elegance and festive charm to your home, especially when hung at the front door or other prominent locations. If you’d rather not drill into your door or use an over-the-door hook, high-quality double-suction wreath hooks can be an excellent alternative—especially when you know how to get the best performance out of them. Here are our top tips for getting your suction cups to really “suck” and hold strong, even through the holiday season.

Ensure both the hanging surface and the suction cup are completely clean.

Remove any dust, residue, or grime; even a little bit can make a big difference.

Use a bit of rubbing alcohol on both the cup and the surface, then let them dry thoroughly before applying.
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Higher quality suction cups—like the double-suction wreath hooks offered by Big Star Lights—stay softer and more flexible, even in the cold.

Cheap alternatives may harden as temperatures drop, losing their grip.

Choose suctions made for cold weather and higher weight capacities for best results.
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Apply suction cups to warm surfaces for the strongest seal.

If decorating on a chilly day, briefly warm the cup and the surface with a hair dryer before applying.

Once attached, it’s fine if temperatures drop—the initial warmth makes most of the difference.
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Before applying, smear a thin layer of vegetable oil, hand cream, or even natural skin oils from your fingers onto the suction cup rim.

This little trick helps create an even tighter seal and better suction holding power.
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Every now and then, give the suction cup a firm push to “reset” the seal and squeeze out any air that might have worked its way in.

This helps maintain strong suction, especially with temperature changes or humidity.

Avoid overloading your suction cup hooks—stick to recommended weight limits.

Store suction cups in a warm place when not in use to maintain their flexibility.

With these tips, you’ll get the most out of your suction cups—keeping wreaths and other decorations secure, season after season!