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... soft surfaces, such as wallboard, without damage to the surface. It can be removed from slick hard surfaces, such as glass, with solvent or a razor blade. 5. Velcro. Adhesive-backed Velcro spots or strips are effective for flat-bottomed items sitting on shelves. As with other tapes, the adhesive can be difficult to remove. 6. Wire bracket. For dishes or other items that stand on a narrow edge, a wire bracket that clasps the item and can be attached firmly to a wall or shelf is recommended. These may be purchased or made at home. 7. Monofilament and eye hook. Similar to the wire bracket, but less visible, monofilament (fishing line) can be wrapped around an object, such as the neck of a vase or a piece of sculpture, and attached to a screw eye (eye hook), which is screwed into a stud in the wall or into a wooden shelf. For tall items, a combination of adhesive beneath the base and monofilament line near the top is recommended. 8. Pictures, mirrors, and wall-hung items. Prevent wall-hung items from jumping off their hooks by using screw eyes rather than open hooks in the wall, and run the hanger wire through the screw eyes. 9. Recessed shelves with sand. For very valuable items, or an extensive collection of small items, you can have a recessed shelf made, and fill it with fine sand. The sand help to hold items upright and provides cushioning if they fall. Caution Regarding Florist's Clay: While florists' clay has sometimes been recommended ...
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... soft surfaces, such as wallboard, without damage to the surface. It can be removed from slick hard surfaces, such as glass, with solvent or a razor blade. 5. Velcro. Adhesive-backed Velcro spots or strips are effective for flat-bottomed items sitting on shelves. As with other tapes, the adhesive can be difficult to remove. 6. Wire bracket. For dishes or other items that stand on a narrow edge, a wire bracket that clasps the item and can be attached firmly to a wall or shelf is recommended. These may be purchased or made at home. 7. Monofilament and eye hook. Similar to the wire bracket, but less visible, monofilament (fishing line) can be wrapped around an object, such as the neck of a vase or a piece of sculpture, and attached to a screw eye (eye hook), which is screwed into a stud in the wall or into a wooden shelf. For tall items, a combination of adhesive beneath the base and monofilament line near the top is recommended. 8. Pictures, mirrors, and wall-hung items. Prevent wall-hung items from jumping off their hooks by using screw eyes rather than open hooks in the wall, and run the hanger wire through the screw eyes. 9. Recessed shelves with sand. For very valuable items, or an extensive collection of small items, you can have a recessed shelf made, and fill it with fine sand. The sand help to hold items upright and provides cushioning if they fall. Caution Regarding Florist's Clay: While florists' clay has sometimes been recommended ...