Scrubs63 Posted July 12, 2008 Share Posted July 12, 2008 Hi Folks. I was hoping someone could help me with this little problem. I had vinyl siding and windows installed on my home this year. I want to be able to hang my mini lights on the gutters and windows without making holes in the siding or window frames:shock:. I thought I would build a frame for each window and door and attach the lights to the frames and hang them that way. If anyone has done this, could you please let me know how you did it and the materials you used. Thanks Scrubs:cool: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
evan.a Posted July 12, 2008 Share Posted July 12, 2008 without drilling, its going to be tough. but there is always a way. look into brick surface clips.https://ssl.adhost.com/noveltylights/merchant.cfm?pid=153&step=4https://ssl.adhost.com/noveltylights/merchant.cfm?pid=343&step=4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dr. Jones Posted July 12, 2008 Share Posted July 12, 2008 you can use the sticky backed cable tie mounts Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
terryj529 Posted July 13, 2008 Share Posted July 13, 2008 I use white duct tape cut into small strips on our vinyl windows and along the downspouts. It blends in nicely and there are more colors available now. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dennis Cherry Posted July 13, 2008 Share Posted July 13, 2008 How about carpet tape. its double sided and thin, no foam center, just a vinyl center with sticky on both sides. Fairly reasonable in price.Dennis Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bruce Womack Posted July 14, 2008 Share Posted July 14, 2008 Paperclips! Bend to suit you. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
zman Posted July 14, 2008 Share Posted July 14, 2008 You could create wood frames easily and use the following:http://www.liteclipstrip.com/There has been several threads along this topic on Planet Christmas. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cajun Cheesehead Posted July 14, 2008 Share Posted July 14, 2008 If the windows are recessed, you could try this type of product.http://www.wind-o-light.com/index.htmI haven't peronally tried them yet but I was thinking of using them for some of may windows. In my case the windows are flush on the outside, so I would need to mount them inside. That isn't an issue since this part of the house is still static (not on LOR controllers). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steven Posted July 16, 2008 Share Posted July 16, 2008 You could also try hot glue. I have heard it recommended for brick, and it seems it would stick to vinyl and still come off without damage, but I would try an out-of-sight test area first. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Al Singer Posted July 16, 2008 Share Posted July 16, 2008 I made boxes/frames that slip in my windows. Takes some time to make, only takes 1 minute to hang boxhttp://www.freewebs.com/anjpro/assemblypics.htm Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
John Hertig Posted July 16, 2008 Share Posted July 16, 2008 Suction cups on the glass. To hang things below the window, I use small brass S hooks wedged into the crack at the bottom. Then the appropriate amount of chain/wire/string hooked to the S hook. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scrubs63 Posted August 12, 2008 Author Share Posted August 12, 2008 Hi All, Well I finally made my decision on how to attach my lights to my windows. I made wooden frames out of 1x2's. I used staples and brads to afix the mitters. I also primed the joints with black primer (didn't have any white lol) to protect against the New England weather. They came out great!. Now to paint them and attach the lights with staples. They will be an easy install and easy to remove at the end of the season. Plus, I will be able to use them for many years and store them in the garage after the holidays! WOOO HOOO! I want to thank you all for the great ideas. I attached a picture of the finished frame.Thanks Again Scrubs Attached files Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rikerz Posted September 4, 2008 Share Posted September 4, 2008 I use the weather stripping around my windows and door and attach them directly.. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
grump010 Posted September 4, 2008 Share Posted September 4, 2008 This is a link for vinyl siding clips used for wire management in the Telco/Cable industry:http://www.primex.ca/wiremanagement.htmHope this helps.CheersDaryl B. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scrubs63 Posted October 7, 2008 Author Share Posted October 7, 2008 UPDATE: Hi All,Well I put my frames one the house this morning. They fit between the stormwindow and the siding molding. I just tapped them in place with a rubber mallet. The fit was snug and tight so I didn't have to use screws to hold then in place. I attached a picture of the finished project. Thanks again for all the great ideas.Scrubs63 Attached files Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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