tesa® Powerstrips Deco

Use transparent tesa Powerstrips Deco for residue-free window decoration and light decorative objects with the advantage of easy removal without leaving traces.

Transparent for unobtrusive fixation
Maximum hold of up to 200g on smooth surfaces¹
Removable without trace thanks to the Powerstrips technology

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If you want to put up Christmas or Easter decorations or create the right mood for a party – self-adhesive tesa Powerstrips® Transparent DECO come in handy. Ideal whenever you want to attach things to almost any flat surface¹ and have the option to take them off anytime. Made of transparent, UV-resistant material, they are almost invisible so ideal for hanging up things on a windows pane. They can securely hold anything with a weight of up to 200g. Plus you can remove them anytime without leaving traces. So why not give your home that special look and do so in a way pleasing to the eye.

Transparent for unobtrusive fixation
Maximum hold of up to 200g on smooth surfaces¹
Removable without trace thanks to the Powerstrips technology
Limited UV-resistance (e.g. seasonal decoration)

¹ Not suitable for use on styrofoam, foamed material, surfaces with non-stick coating, porous materials.

Which surfaces can I apply tesa Powerstrips® to?

This varies by product. You can use tesa Powerstrips® Large, tesa Powerstrips® Small, tesa Powerstrips® Transparent Large, or tesa Powerstrips® Transparent Deco on tiles, glass, wood and most plastics. Ideally the surface should be smooth, flat and solid. tesa Powerstrips® Poster can be fixed to glass, wood, most synthetic materials (including plastic) and even sensitive surfaces like wallpaper or varnished surfaces. tesa Powerstrips® Waterproof Strips are suitable for tiles and glass but not all synthetic materials (plastic) or marble. If you want to apply this waterproof tape to a synthetic material, test it first on an unobtrusive area.

Can I use tesa Powerstrips® on glass windows?

Yes. You can use tesa Powerstrips® Transparent adhesive strips (Large) and tesa Powerstrips® Transparent Deco on glass as their adhesive bonding is unaffected by the UV conditions. However, very high UV exposure might make it harder to remove the die-cuts. The UV resistance of tesa Powerstrips® Transparent depends on the levels of UV radiation, UV intensity and UV exposure time. tesa Powerstrips® Poster, tesa Powerstrips® Large, tesa Powerstrips® Small) and tesa Powerstrips® Waterproof tape are not suitable for windows as they’re not UV-resistant.

Is it possible to use tesa Powerstrips® on varnished surfaces?

Generally it is possible to apply tesa Powerstrips® Large, tesa Powerstrips® Small, tesa Powerstrips® Transparent Deco, tesa Powerstrips® Transparent Large and tesa Powerstrips® Poster on varnished surfaces although this will depend on the quality of the surface. If the lacquer is porous, it might come off when the removable adhesive strips are repositioned.

Can I use tesa Powerstrips® on emulsion paint?

tesa Powerstrips® Poster are ideal for use on wallpaper and painted walls. It is generally possible to apply tesa Powerstrips® Large, tesa Powerstrips® Small, tesa Powerstrips® Transparent Deco and tesa Powerstrips® Transparent Large on emulsion paint although this will depend on the quality of the surface. If the paint is porous, it might come off when the removable adhesive strips are repositioned. If in doubt, do a small test first on an unobtrusive area.

Can I use tesa Powerstrips® on my car windows?

Generally no, because if temperatures rise to over 40 °C the adhesive bonding will be affected negatively. However, tesa Powerstrips® Transparent Large and tesa Powerstrips® Transparent Deco could be used for a short-term application as they have higher UV resistance than the other strips in the range. The UV resistance of tesa Powerstrips® Transparent depends on the levels of UV radiation, UV intensity and UV exposure time. Very high UV exposure might, however, make it harder to remove the die-cuts.

How much weight do the different tesa Powerstrips® strips hold?

tesa Powerstrips® Large (up to 2kg)
tesa Powerstrips® Small (up to 1kg)
tesa Powerstrips® Transparent adhesive strips (Large - up to 1kg)
tesa Powerstrips® Transparent Deco (up to 200g)
tesa Powerstrips® Poster (up to 200g)
tesa Powerstrips® Waterproof adhesive strips (up to 2kg)

What is the best way to remove tesa Powerstrips®?

Objects that have been fixed with tesa Powerstrips® can be removed without a trace. In order to do so, pull the non-adhesive tab (end) of the Powerstrips® down slowly and parallel to the surface, until the adhesive bond separates. Avoid a lot of pressure on the die-cut or object during removal. Attached objects should be secured while removing in order to prevent them from falling. Temperatures below 15 °C will restrict the removal process considerably.

Which product should I use for which application?

Use our Product Finder to find the right product to fix objects to the wall. For example, you will need tesa Powerstrips® Waterproof adhesive strips for fixing shower accessories or bathroom storage while tesa Powerstrips® Poster are ideal for hanging pictures and hanging posters.

How do I apply tesa Powerstrips®?

To apply tesa Powerstrips® Transparent adhesive strips or tesa Powerstrips® Large or tesa Powerstrips® Small removable adhesive strips the surface must be sufficiently solid, dry, clean and free from grease. Use a silicone-free window cleaner, methylated spirit or isopropyl alcohol as a cleansing agent. Bathroom or general-purpose cleaners are generally not suitable. Let the surface dry. Remove one protective cover sheet and place the Powerstrip on the object. Press down firmly for five seconds. Make sure the tab can be accessed for removal. Do not remove the clear foil strip from the end of the tab. Remove the other cover sheet and press the object onto the surface. Press firmly for five seconds.

To apply tesa Powerstrips® Poster removable adhesive strips the surface must be sufficiently solid, dry, clean and free from grease. Peel the Powerstrip from its protective cover sheet and place it onto the object. Press firmly for five seconds. Remove the other cover sheet and fix the object onto the surface. Press firmly for five seconds again.

To apply tesa Powerstrips® Waterproof adhesive strips the surface must be sufficiently solid, dry, clean and free from grease. Use a silicone-free window cleaner, methylated spirit or isopropyl alcohol as a cleansing agent. Bathroom or general-purpose cleaners are generally not suitable. Let the surface dry. Open one sachet, take out the primer tissue and wipe over the surface. Let it dry. Remove one protective cover sheet and place the tesa Powerstrip on the object. Press firmly for five seconds. Make sure the tab can be accessed for removal. Do not remove clear foil strip from end of tab. Take off the other cover sheet and press the object onto the surface. Press firmly for five seconds.

Visit our How to Use page for a step-by-step visual guide.

I’m having difficulties removing the strip. What should I do?

Depending on the surface you can twist the object and then peel off the strip from the back of the object. Please note the surface needs to be solid (ie. tiles or glass) to do so.

What happens if I pull too hard and the strip breaks?

Depending on the surface you can twist the object and then peel off the strip from the back of the object. Please note the surface needs to be solid (ie. tiles or glass) to do so.

What is the best way to clean the surface before I use tesa Powerstrips®?

To apply tesa Powerstrips® Transparent adhesive strips (Large), tesa Powerstrips® Transparent Deco, tesa Powerstrips® Large or tesa Powerstrips® Small removable adhesive strips clean the surface with a silicone-free window cleaner, methylated spirit or isopropanol. Bathroom or general-purpose cleaning agents are generally not suitable.

If you’re using tesa Powerstrips® Poster removable adhesive strips on wallpaper or plaster, clean the surface with a lint-free cloth. If using them on tiles or glass clean the surface with a window cleaner (without silicone), methylated spirit or isopropyl alcohol. Bathroom or general-purpose cleaning agents are generally not suitable.

When applying tesa Powerstrips® Waterproof adhesive strips clean the surface with a silicone-free window cleaner, methylated spirit or isopropanol. Bathroom or general-purpose cleaning agents are generally not suitable. Please note, the primer tissue supplied with the waterproof tape is not a cleanser but a device for preparing the surface for a waterproofed bonding.

Why can't I clean the surface with a household cleaner?

We recommend preparing the surface with silicone-free glass cleaners as silicone prevents an adhesive bonding and can’t be removed from surfaces with household cleaners. As many household cleaners contain silicone we recommend using a silicone-free window cleaner, methylated spirit or isopropyl alcohol.

What do I have to take into consideration before removing the Powerstrips®?

Objects that are fixed with tesa Powerstrips® can be removed without a trace. In order to do so, the non-adhesive tab (end) of the Powerstrip has to be pulled down slowly and parallel to the surface, until the adhesive bond separates. Avoid putting any pressure on the die-cut or the object during removal. Attached objects (e.g. bathroom storage or picture frames) should be secured in order prevent them from falling. Temperatures below 15 °C will restrict the removal process considerably.

Can tesa Powerstrips® Transparent be damaged by UV radiation?

Generally no, the adhesive bonding itself is not affected by the UV conditions. However, very high UV exposure might negatively affect the removability of the die-cuts. The UV resistance of Powerstrips® transparent depends on the levels of UV radiation, UV intensity and UV exposure time.

Can I use tesa Powerstrips® in cold climates?

The optimal temperature for application is: 20 - 25 °C (min. 15 °C). After applying, tesa Powerstrips® will be permanently temperature-resistant up to 35 °C and temporarily up to max. 40 °C. Temperatures above the recommended handling temperature will lower the holding power. However, lower temperatures after applying will not be a problem. Please note that tesa Powerstrips® are recommended for indoor use only.

Do tesa Powerstrips® contain any toxic or acid materials?

The adhesive used in tesa Powerstrips® contains no toxic materials. It is made of synthetic rubber.

Where can I buy tesa Powerstrips®?

Find your online shop or retailer in our Where to buy section.

Can I find an instruction manual online?

Yes. You can visit our How to Use page for a step-by-step visual guide or visit a specific product page to watch a How to video.
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