Almost all of the options below will work on a timber door, except a magnetic hook. Wood is too dense for the magnetic force to pass through, to work, unless you have glass panels on your door. Weight of wreath Perhaps because they offer such a range of designs that they can easily be tailored to suit any home. Perhaps it’s just because they’re a simple way to bring Christmas spirit to the front of your home, without having to scale the rooftops wound in fairy lights. You can use the ribbon method that we’ve outlined above, and anchor your ribbon to the letterbox on the inside of your door. You could also use string to loop over your door.

Now you’ve considered the different ways you can hang a wreath on your front door without using nails or making holes in the surface of the door. Self-adhesive hooks are another great alternative for hanging your Christmas wreath on the door and they are really easy to set up. To use ribbon simply loop a length of ribbon through the centre of your wreath then feed it over the top of your open door, between the door itself and the door frame. Pull the ribbon taut then fix it in place on the other side of the door. It’s essential to properly install your wreath on your door to prevent it from falling off the door, getting damaged or leaving a scratch. Using any of the methods we’ve highlighted will guarantee that you have a beautiful hanging wreath that complements your artificial Christmas tree for the festive season.The wreath’s weight, the door type, and the appropriate hanging product are the first three factors to consider when deciding how to hang your wreath. Wreath hangers that go over your door work with gravity to provide extra stability and strength. Sturdy metal wreath hangers should be able to hold even a heavy wreath for the whole season. Size of wreath Using an over-the-door wreath hook is another easy method to hang your wreath. Typically, wreath hangers are long flat metal strips with a U-shape on either end. One end of the hanger holds the wreath while the other end fits over the edge of your door. An easy way to avoid this is to simply tie a loop of ribbon around your wreath and hang that on the hook. But it is something to consider. Height of wreath If you don't have one but you have a letterbox, you can do the same using ribbon or similar material to properly hang your Winter wreath through your letterbox. Otherwise, using a specifically designed form of hanger is likely the easiest way to hang your wreath on your door.

But warm and welcoming as they are, any seasoned wreath hanger will tell you that the process of putting one up is not without its challenges, particularly if you want to hang one safely and without damaging your front door. So today we thought we’d share with you our best secrets when it comes to putting up a welcoming winter wreath: the icing on the Christmas cake! How to Hang a Wreath on a Door with Ribbon Ask a group of people what their favourite Christmas decoration is and you’ll get a group of different answers. Some people like the tinsel, others the fairy lights and the tree itself is of course very popular. My mother’s favourite decoration though was always the wreath. And as I get older, I have to confess I’m starting to agree with her! Nothing welcomes you more warmly to a home at Christmas than a wreath on the front door. Adjusting your plastic wreath hanger is as simple as pulling it off and repositioning. But some of the magnets can be quite strong so you may need a little leverage. It’s important to note that wreath hangers may hinder some doors from shutting correctly, and the additional hardware may clutter your door's appearance. You should also note that over-the-door wreath hangers may scratch your door if it doesn't fit properly. Attach the soft side of the tape to the inner end of the hanger to protect your door. You can also prevent the door top from scratching by slipping a cloth or felt inside the hook.

If you like to decorate your front door every Christmas, a magnetic wreath hanger will probably be a worthwhile investment.