How to get suction cups to stick to tile
Suction cups are pretty important when it comes to adding storage space in an already crowded place like kitchens and bathrooms. If you want to take advantage of this big plus, especially if you’re not the handy kind who would prefer not to drill bothersome holes in the wall or use adhesives, then you need to know how to get suction cups to stick to tile.
One thing to note is that the biggest secret behind long-lasting suction cups, especially in a smooth tile like a suction cup is to make sure they’re clean. If not, chances are they won’t be able to remain stuck for long, if at all.
Step 1
Suction cups will always stick best on surface that are smooth and untarnished. Any impurities such as mineral deposits from hard water, soap scum or even traces of water on the tile wall will degrade the suction cup’s ability to stick.
Thoroughly clean the tile with water and a household cleaner of your choice. When you’re done, dry away any traces of water using a dry cloth or a sponge.
Step 2
In order to get rid of sneaky grime that may still be hiding out in the suction cup, rinse the insides of the suction cup using rubbing alcohol or methylated spirit.
Step 3
This is a very important step in how to get suction cups to stick to tile. To further ensure that your suction cups will stick properly, rinse them with warm water lathered with your favourite cleaning agent. This is important to get rid of even the most obscure traces of dirt.
Once you’re done, use a paper towel or a dry cloth to pat the cups dry.
Step 4
Once again using warm water, rinse the undersides of each of the suction cups and shake off any excess water. However, this time around you shouldn’t dry them off because the small amount of moisture that’s left on the suction cup helps it to stick onto the tile.
Step 5
Using a significant amount of force, press each individual suction cup onto whatever position on the wall that you desire. For all of the suction cups that have separate hooks (those that you can usually hang multiple items on) allow them to rest for about 24 hours before use.
Step 6
Lastly, you should note that despite the great role moisture plays in the process of how to get suction cups to stick to tile, sometimes it just isn’t enough.
In such cases, apply a small amount of petroleum jelly or even cooking oil on the underside of each of the suction cups before pressing them down to whatever location you wish to have them.
