Magnetic or Adhesive Hooks: What Is The Best Option For Hanging Cabinet Wreaths?
November 24, 2025
Guidelines to Maintain Your Decorative Cabinet Wreaths
November 28, 2025A festive way to add some holiday spirit to your home is to hang some mini holiday wreaths to your kitchen cabinet doors. Clip-on wreaths and greenery are inexpensive and easy to transform your kitchen into a winter wonderland. If the thought of damaging your cabinet doors makes you cringe, don’t worry, you’re not the only one, and the good news is, there are many beautiful and damage-free ways to hang holiday mini wreaths
This holiday decorating article aims to help you decide the best mini holiday wreath to use based on your room, other decor, and your decorating confidence.
- Looping Ribbon (Classic, Tool-Free Technique)
It is no surprise that ribbon is the most common way to hang wreaths on cabinets, as it is simply the easiest. Simply take some ribbon, thread it through the wreath, and hang it over the front of the cabinet door. Then, stick the ribbon ends to the inside of the door with some removable tape. This allows the outside to stay pristine, and you can decorate it as holiday, seasonal, or just plain festive.
If the non-damaging tape seems too visible, you can always use double-sided tape that is more expensive, but totally worth it since it won’t be visible and will remain securely adhered, minus the damage when it’s time to take it off.
- Damage-Free Removable Adhesive Hooks (No Damage and Dependable)
Command-style hooks are always the most popular option for renters and homeowners, and for good reason. adhesive hooks can be placed onto the inside of the cabinet door so the wreath can hang from a ribbon that is then looped over the top. This keeps the front of the cabinet door free from any adhesives, and still allows them to hang a wreath securely.
Utilize the provided installation strategy of preparing the surface, pressing the adhesives to the surface, waiting, and repeating the process as needed.\
- For Metal Cabinets. (Magnetic Hooks. Best)
Magnetic hooks are great for cabinets as long as they have metal, either fully or in parts, as they attach magnetically. You won’t have to worry about sticky residue, and the only other thing needed is a ribbon or string to hang the wreath. You can put the magnet behind the cabinet door and use the ribbon to hang the wreath on the front.
These options are great to have if you like to change wreaths or decor for the season.
- Suction Cups. (Great for Cabinet Doors With Glass)
Small hooks and suction cups are great for placing decorations on glass. Since the suction cup and hook are mounted to the glass, they are very easy to put on and take off. They also don’t cause damage to the glass, so you don’t have to worry about cleaning the surface. These suction cups are best for lightweight creations or for ones that require less detail.
- Over-the-Door Hooks (Appropriate For Thick, Sturdy Doors)
Over-the-door hooks are not just made for main entrance doors. They are just as practical with thicker cabinet doors, pantry doors, or laundry room cabinets. Look for the thin, padded hooks that help with scratching the paint over time because of the hooks and also help in avoiding pressure markings.
- Subtle But Functional Thin Floral Wire Or Twine
Even more discreet is the use of thin wire or untwisted natural fibers to tether a wreath to a hinge or knob on the cabinet’s inner side. It is fully concealed and the hanging height can be adjusted to your liking. Just be careful to make sure that it is fastened loosely to avoid exerting pressure on the hardware of the cabinet.
Conclusion
There is no need to stress out— or damage— your cabinets while decorating for the holiday season. Whether you use decorative ribbon loops, conventional adhesive hooks, or brilliant magnetic techniques, cabinet wreaths can be hung worry-free. Your kitchen will radiate warmth and hospitality with no scratches or residue leftover. Relish the opportunity to hang your wreaths!


