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How to Hang a Poster Without a Frame Download ArticleExplore this Article methods 1 Hanging a Poster with Adhesives 2 Attaching a Poster with Clips, Tacks, Magnets, or Velcro Other Sections Expert Q&A Tips and Warnings Related Articles References Co-authored by David Julien
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This article was co-authored by David Julien. David Julien is a DIY Specialist and the Principal Owner at Nice DIY based in Quebec, Canada. David specializes in creating plans to make unique, affordable, and modern home furnishings. He holds a BA in Graphic Design from the University of Quebec Outaouais. Nice DIY uses sustainable and high-quality materials to create products that are simple to make for everyone. There are 8 references cited in this article, which can be found at the bottom of the page. This article has been viewed 114,470 times.
Even if you haven’t got a frame, there are several ways to hang up a poster without one. Some ways you can hang them are with thumb tacks or staples, poster mounting tack, poster tapes, or mounting it to a backing if you don’t mind causing damage to the poster. Magic and washi tapes, Velcro fasteners, and even magnets to hold up your artwork can be used when you want to preserve the quality of your poster.
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1 Tape your poster to the wall with magic tape for easy removal later. Magic tape isn’t as sticky as other tapes, and won’t tear your poster when removing it. Even after long periods of use, or in warmer climates, you won’t have to worry about it permanently affixing to your poster.
Magic tape is also nearly invisible when used on a smooth surface, making it a very non-invasive technique to hang something.
Place the tape at the corners of the poster so they won't curl up.[1]X Expert Source David JulienDIY SpecialistExpert Interview
You could also use washi tape. It acts similarly to magic tape, with the added bonus of having fun and colorful patterns on it, allowing for further decorative options.[2]XResearch source
Double-sided tape that won't damage paint is a good option for hanging a poster.[3]X Expert Source David JulienDIY SpecialistExpert Interview
2 Mount a heavier poster on a wall with poster tack. Rip off a small piece of the tack and mold it between your fingers into a flat little patty. Make a few of these and place them at the points on the poster where you want to stick it to the wall. Firmly press the putty against the wall it to make it stay in place.
Mounting tack can rumple and damage paper at the contact points, and is recommended only for thicker material posters, or those mounted to a backing.
Don’t place the tack on freshly or poorly painted surfaces, or you could peel the paint off when removing the poster.
Warmer climates can sometimes cause the tack to melt and slide off the wall, or permanently stick itself to the wall or poster.
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3 Attach mounting or poster tape to hang a poster without damaging a wall. You can buy mounting or poster tape sold as either a roll which you cut up into tabs, or as pre-cut individual tabs. Place the sticky sides of the tabs face down on the back of the poster in each corner, and remove the film covering before pressing it firmly against the wall to mount it.[4]XResearch source
Use your hands to flatten and smooth out any wrinkly portions of the poster after you’ve put it on the wall.[5]XResearch source
You can remove the poster from the wall without damaging it in any way. The same may not be the case for your poster when you try to remove the tape tabs.[6]XResearch source
Be careful when applying mounting tape, as it’s incredibly easy to tear paper and cardstock posters when using it.
4 Paste your poster on a blank canvas as an alternative to a frame. If you want to give your poster a nice permanent backing, you can buy a canvas and a spray or gel adhesive such as modge podge at an art supplies store. Coat the back of the poster and the canvas in a layer of it, and carefully place the poster against the canvas. Hold it for 30 seconds, then let it completely dry before hanging.[7]XResearch source
Test a small amount of the adhesive on the poster beforehand to make sure it won’t damage it by bleeding through or causing ink to run.
You can get canvases of various thicknesses to suit the poster you’re putting on it.
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1 Hang binder clips from nails to easily swap out posters. Hammer in 2 small nails above the poster on each side, and hang a binder clip from both. You can now easily clip or unclip a poster from the binder clips at any time.[8]XResearch source
You can also hang canvases this way without damaging them. Just use bigger binder clips, and larger nails if it’s significantly heavier.
Alternatively, clipboards, pant, or skirt hangers can be used instead of binder clips. Clipboards, in particular, serve as a nice backing for flimsier posters.[9]XResearch source
2 Use staples, map tacks, or thumb tacks on less precious pieces. For this method, simply punch a tack through the poster and into the wall behind it. Make sure it’s securely stuck into the wall and holding the poster up first before taking your hands away. It works best if you punch through the corners.[10]XResearch source
Tacks will leave a small hole in the poster, and in the wall behind it. Do not use this method if you don’t want to damage your poster.
Staples can also be used, just open up the stapler all the way and place its head against the poster before pushing it in to staple it.
You could also push sewing needles through the corners of the poster and into the walls—the holes will be nearly invisible when you take the poster down.[11]X Expert Source David JulienDIY SpecialistExpert Interview
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You can also use sewing needles —put one in each of the 4 corners of the poster. This will make tiny holes in your wall that are almost invisible to the eye.
3 Try using magnets and paperclips to hang a poster anywhere. With masking tape, stick the paperclips to your wall behind where you want to hang your poster. From there, place a small magnet on the front of the poster where the paperclip is to hold it up. You may need to use a few pairs of paperclips and magnets depending on how heavy the poster is.[12]XResearch source
Avoid using strong magnets, so as to not crumple the part of the poster beneath it.
4 Stick Velcro fasteners on the wall to easily hang or remove posters. Attach the sticky side of the fasteners to the corners of a poster, and to 4 spots on the wall where you want to hang it. Make sure that the poster has either all the loops or hook fasteners, while the wall has the opposite. Line up the fasteners against each other and press them together to have it fix in place.
If you have multiple posters of the same size, you can put fasteners on them all and exchange them out as you please.
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Question What kind of tape can I use to hang a poster? David Julien DIY Specialist David Julien is a DIY Specialist and the Principal Owner at Nice DIY based in Quebec, Canada. David specializes in creating plans to make unique, affordable, and modern home furnishings. He holds a BA in Graphic Design from the University of Quebec Outaouais. Nice DIY uses sustainable and high-quality materials to create products that are simple to make for everyone. David Julien DIY Specialist Expert Answer Try using transparent tape on the corners of the poster. you could also use a double-sided tape that won't damage paint on the back of the poster. Thanks! We're glad this was helpful.Thank you for your feedback. If wikiHow has helped you, please consider a small contribution to support us in helping more readers like you. We’re committed to providing the world with free how-to resources, and even $1 helps us in our mission. Support wikiHow Yes No Not Helpful 5 Helpful 3
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1 Tape your poster to the wall with magic tape for easy removal later. Magic tape isn’t as sticky as other tapes, and won’t tear your poster when removing it. Even after long periods of use, or in warmer climates, you won’t have to worry about it permanently affixing to your poster. 
2 Mount a heavier poster on a wall with poster tack. Rip off a small piece of the tack and mold it between your fingers into a flat little patty. Make a few of these and place them at the points on the poster where you want to stick it to the wall. Firmly press the putty against the wall it to make it stay in place. 
3 Attach mounting or poster tape to hang a poster without damaging a wall. You can buy mounting or poster tape sold as either a roll which you cut up into tabs, or as pre-cut individual tabs. Place the sticky sides of the tabs face down on the back of the poster in each corner, and remove the film covering before pressing it firmly against the wall to mount it.[4] 
4 Paste your poster on a blank canvas as an alternative to a frame. If you want to give your poster a nice permanent backing, you can buy a canvas and a spray or gel adhesive such as modge podge at an art supplies store. Coat the back of the poster and the canvas in a layer of it, and carefully place the poster against the canvas. Hold it for 30 seconds, then let it completely dry before hanging.[7] 
1 Hang binder clips from nails to easily swap out posters. Hammer in 2 small nails above the poster on each side, and hang a binder clip from both. You can now easily clip or unclip a poster from the binder clips at any time.[8] 
2 Use staples, map tacks, or thumb tacks on less precious pieces. For this method, simply punch a tack through the poster and into the wall behind it. Make sure it’s securely stuck into the wall and holding the poster up first before taking your hands away. It works best if you punch through the corners.[10] 
3 Try using magnets and paperclips to hang a poster anywhere. With masking tape, stick the paperclips to your wall behind where you want to hang your poster. From there, place a small magnet on the front of the poster where the paperclip is to hold it up. You may need to use a few pairs of paperclips and magnets depending on how heavy the poster is.[12] 
4 Stick Velcro fasteners on the wall to easily hang or remove posters. Attach the sticky side of the fasteners to the corners of a poster, and to 4 spots on the wall where you want to hang it. Make sure that the poster has either all the loops or hook fasteners, while the wall has the opposite. Line up the fasteners against each other and press them together to have it fix in place. 
David Julien DIY Specialist David Julien is a DIY Specialist and the Principal Owner at Nice DIY based in Quebec, Canada. David specializes in creating plans to make unique, affordable, and modern home furnishings. He holds a BA in Graphic Design from the University of Quebec Outaouais. Nice DIY uses sustainable and high-quality materials to create products that are simple to make for everyone.