Decorating a space with your favorite pieces makes it truly yours, whether you’re displaying a luxury candle, a brass sculpture, or a thrifted vase. But if you have kids, pets, or are prone to clumsiness, home decor can easily be knocked over. The best-case scenario is that you pick it up and put it back…
Treat Your Home Decor Like Works of Art
Museum gel is a clear gel adhesive that holds items firmly in place. It’s typically used in museums to prevent fragile items from tipping over, but it can also be used in your home. This clear, nontoxic, reusable adhesive works well on most smooth, nonporous surfaces. Best of all, it doesn’t cause discoloration or leave behind a sticky residue, making it the ultimate home hack to prevent small or breakable items from moving.
According to TikToker @sweetandtidy_, it’s especially useful for securing lightweight items such as candles or glassware since they’re fragile and can easily slide around.
How To Use Museum Gel for Home Decor
To use museum gel, scoop out a small amount and roll it into a ball. Stick it to the bottom of the item you want to stabilize. (For larger or heavier items, you can add multiple dots of museum gel for extra security.) Next, place the item in its designated spot and press down firmly for five to 10 seconds. Finally, wait at least 30 minutes for the gel to bond before testing it.
(Not So) Sticky Situations
Beyond its use for home decor, museum gel is also fantastic for keeping your drawers in check — more specifically, the organizers that nest inside drawers. Whether it’s in your kitchen or home office desk, you can add museum gel to the bottom of drawer organizers to keep them from shifting when opening and closing the drawers.
