Lighting clips are the unsung heroes of a clean, durable install. The right clip holds your line straight, survives the weather, and fits your surface. Use this guide to compare options and pick the perfect clip for your project.
Multi-Clip
Our most popular, proprietary clip built for straight, professional lines.
Best for: Gutters, shingles, glass awnings, corrugated steel
Look: Holds bulbs straight with no droop, keeps wire tight to the roofline for a discreet daytime profile
Durability: UV-protected and winter-ready
Tip for gutter guards: A built-in divot lets you clip-and-trim for easier guard compatibility (introduced in 2022)
Colors: Black and clear to blend with your gutters
Cradle Clip
The classic gutter clip that elevates bulbs above the roofline.
Best for: Standard gutters
Look: Traditional raised-bulb aesthetic
Colors: Clear only, so focus stays on the bulb
TuffClip
A heavy-duty twist on the cradle style that stays on your string season after season.
Best for: Gutters where you want faster future installs
How it mounts: Clip sits between the bulb and socket rather than around the socket
Benefits: Extra prep up front, big time savings later. UV-resistant, robust plastic
Reuse: Leave them on the string for effortless re-hangs next year
Magnetic Clip
Purpose-built for ferrous metal surfaces.
Best for: Metal flashing and other ferrous building elements, common on modern commercial facades
Compatibility: Twists onto flat SPT-2 wire behind E17 or E12 sockets
Colors: Black and clear
Important: Verify the surface is ferrous/ magnetic before buying. Aluminum and other non-ferrous metals won’t hold magnetic clips
Pro tip: Add a Multi-Clip (or other sturdy clip) every few sockets to prevent “domino” slides
Adhesive Clip
Smart solution for smooth, non-ferrous, or unusual surfaces.
Best for: Painted metal, sealed wood, glass
Construction: Snaps onto the back of the socket and grips the SPT-2 wire
Adhesive: 3M VHB
Regular for typical use
Extra Hold for more surface area and stronger bond
Removal: Expect to clean adhesive residue after temporary installs
Cold-weather tip: Warm the surface and the adhesive with a heat gun or hair dryer before applying
Screw Clip
A discreet, permanent option for wood.
Best for: Soffits, fascia, and other wood substrates where you want a lasting install
Install notes: Pre-position and secure clips with the included 1/4" screws, then attach your light string
Look: Clean, professional, year-round ready
Staples
Fast and nearly invisible for wood surface installs.
Best for: Wood surfaces where you won’t be removing lights seasonally
Fit: Use an appropriate stapler and insulated staples sized for SPT-2 wire
Pro tip: Staple as close to the socket as possible without knocking the socket off the wire to keep lines straight
Hot Glue (for brick and tricky spots)
A pro favurite when nothing else will stick.
Best for: Brick, stone, and around windows or doorways with no other attachment points
Application options:
Glue the socket base for protruding bulbs
Glue the socket side to angle light inward for more glow indoors
Removal: Peels off cleanly at season’s end
Pro tips:
Use a construction-grade hot glue gun and appropriate glue from your local hardware store
Skip silicone: it cures slowly, lengthens install time, and can leave stubborn residue
Gutter Guard Clips
Purpose: Attach to gutters with leaf or gutter guards when standard clips won’t fit under mesh or covers
Best for: Guarded gutters on homes and commercial buildings
Notes: Designed to clear the guard profile and secure the wire cleanly
Ridge Clip
Purpose: Clean, centered runs along roof peaks and ridgelines
Best for: A-frame peaks, dormer ridges, and gables where you want symmetry
Notes: Provides consistent bulb alignment at the apex of a roofline
Magnetic Roof Cap Clip
Purpose: Ferrous roof caps or recessed gutter metal; fastest magnetic option
Best for: Commercial facades and modern builds with metal caps
Lawn Stakes
Purpose: Tidy cords arround borders, walkways, and landscape edges
Best for: Outlining beds and paths; pairing with rooflines for complete perimeter
Brick Hangers
Purpose: Non-invasive hooks for brick courses to avoid drilling
Best for: Masonry exteriors and interior brick features
Notes: Handy for temporary displays on brick surfaces