Having beautiful plants in your home or garden brings joy and fresh air, but it can also leave marks and stains on your floors or outdoor surfaces. Pot feet are the perfect solution to avoid such unwanted marks, and they are easy to install with a few simple steps. Here are some installation tips to ensure that your Pot Feet stay securely in place, protect your surfaces effectively, and look good while doing so.
**Step 1: Preparation**
Before you begin, make sure that your flower pot is clean and free from dirt or dust. A clean surface will help the double-sided tape adhere better.
**Step 2: Choose the Right Spot and Aesthetics**
When selecting where to place Pot Feet under your pot, consider both stability and the visual appeal. Placing them further in makes them nearly invisible, but this might compromise stability. Find the perfect balance for your aesthetic and functional needs.
**Step 3: Treat Porous Surfaces**
If your pot is made of porous materials like concrete or certain types of stone, the double-sided tape may have trouble adhering properly. To remedy this, ensure that the surface is smooth and tight by applying a primer or clear nail polish. This will help the tape adhere better.
**Step 4: Attach the Pot Feet**
Pot feet always come in sets of four, but you can also use just three of them for smaller and lighter pots. This gives you the flexibility to protect up to four pots with one set of three packs of four. Here's how to attach them:
- **Remove the protective film** from the double-sided tape on the Pot Feet.
- **Carefully place the Pot Feet** under the pot. You may not need to treat the surface if it's already smooth and tight.
- **Ensure the Pot Feet are correctly positioned** and gently press them down to ensure good contact with the surface.
**Step 5: Test the Stability**
After attaching the Pot Feet, you can place the pot directly on them. However, be cautious about pushing the pot sideways until the Pot Feet have properly set, which typically takes about 24 hours.
With these simple steps, you can protect your floors or outdoor surfaces while maintaining an aesthetically pleasing appearance for your plants. Pot Feet provide the necessary balance between style and function when you have plants in your home or garden.
