I am not sure why someone would say it would leave huge holes in the wall. Any kind of framed corkboard requires stabilization because it is meant to be used and touched. So, it has to be secure even though it is light. I know this from prior bulletin boards. So, instead of using mollies I used that super strong adhesive tape meant for outdoor use. Okay, my situation was for the back of a child/teen desk hutch. Okay, there is the desk and hutch and another set of two-drawers with a hutch on top. Problem was the manufacturer had made it with open slots on the back wood, I guess, for a TV or something, not sure. She lived with it for years and hated it. We moved and are tweaking the bedrooms and I found this to not only use, but cover up the ugly slots and add some decoration to the room. So, I did not mount it on a wall. Actually, mollies wouldn't even work. I know the issue of covering up holes from mollies since we just moved (and it isn't as big a deal as people think). Okay, there are two types of tape adhesives you can realistically use for this. The lighter weight version may be more possible to remove without a huge problem, but it is not as strong. I've used it in the past and you have to use a lot more, etc. I bought the heavy-duty version because I don't care what happens to the back. If I were to use it on a wall, I would totally expect that removal would remove the paint and know that ahead a time. My husband wanted to drill through the frame into the wood. That would be unsightly and I didn't allow him to do it. Most people are going to hang this on a wall. If you don't want to get into mollies (nails will not stand up to constant pushing and pulling on the push pins), I would recommend the strong adhesive tapes. Again, the lighter gauge one is not going to be as strong, and easier to remove. Also, in Florida, if you leave on vacation and turn down your air, I am not sure whether the lightweight tape will securely hold unless you use a lot of it. I went with the heavy duty one and didn't worry about the hutch back as we hate the slots anyways. If you used it on a wall, know ahead of time it will most probably remove paint. I think most people buying this corkboard are not just going for functionality as there are a ton of corkboard and utilitarian options out there for bulletin boards. This is definitely to add a decorative spice to a room and it does it wonderfully. Do not buy any kind of bulletin board for actual use if you are worried about using mollies or tape. You cannot hang bulletin boards on nails. If it is heavy one, like I have in my kitchen from Frontgate, someone can get hurt. I secured that one with mollies. A painter told us how to fill the holes when we left (well my husband did it). I believe you use Plaster of Paris, the wall patch type. If it is a really big hole, you can take a tiny amount of crumpled paper or plaster then use the Plaster of Paris. It works like a charm. You cannot use spackling. This is all fresh in my mind because she just fixed a ton of holes; such as, an affixed Elfa wall unit, Pottery Barn shelves, et cetera, all done with mollies. My personal opinion is go for the mollies and enjoy your home. When you move, use the Plaster of Paris and crumpled paper/plastic routine if it is a really big hole. Oh, to get the mollies out, you can't, you have to take a very small head type of instrument, maybe a tiny hammer or something. I don't know what he used and push it into the wall and let it fall down. If you can get the molly out without doing that, great, then you have a smaller hole. Don't fret about the holes. It was so much easier than I thought with the process I explained. It really made me less afraid of mollies and holes in walls. Repair men and painters do it; you can too!
| Manufacturer | Wall Pops |
|---|---|
| Part Number | HB0689 |
| Item Weight | 13.6 ounces |
| Product Dimensions | 17 x 23.5 x 1 inches |
| Item model number | HB0689 |
| Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
| Size | 23.5" x 17" |
| Color | Multicolor |
| Material | Cork |
| Pattern | Floral |
| Shape | Rectangular |
| Item Package Quantity | 1 |
| Mounting Type | Wall Mount |
| Special Features | Dishwasher Safe |
| Included Components | 2 Pins, Cork Board |
| Batteries Included? | No |
| Batteries Required? | No |
| Warranty Description | No Warranty |
