You’re not alone—and IKEA’s magnetic wall strips might just be the sleek, space-saving solution you’ve been waiting for. We’ve tested the top options to help you find the perfect fit for your kitchen. From sleek stainless steel to budget-friendly basics, these handy strips keep your knives, tools, and spices within easy reach while adding modern charm to your walls.
Editor's Choice
Best for a specific purpose
- Best for heavy-duty grip: Magnetic Strips Tape with Adhesive Backing Magnet – Heavy Duty Magnets Strip
- Best for colorful compact set: 6Pcs Magnetic Strip
- Best for sleek black organizer: 4 Pcs Metal Magnetic Strips for Wall Adhesive Backing Memo Strip Black Bulletin Board with 10 Pcs Magnets for Home Office (26 x 300 mm)
- Best for sleek space saver: TonGass Magnetic Strip with Adhesive Backing
- Best for damage-free hangers: Cainda 24-Pairs Magnetic Picture Hanging Strips
- Best for customizable strong grip: X-bet MAGNET Magnetic Strips with Adhesive Backing - Magnetic Tape for Crafts - Tool and Knife Magnet Strips for Kitchen
- Best for versatile thick strips: Magnetic Strip
- Best for matte black boards: Magnetic Bulletin Board 6PCS Frameless Iron Board Strips Memo Board Bar Adhesive Backing Stainless Whiteboard Strips with 20PCS Magnet for Classroom Office Kitchen
- Best for super-long sticky: Super Sticky Magnetic Tape (10 feet x 1/2 inch) - Stong Magnet Strip with Adhesive Backing for DIY & Crafts - Easy to Cut and Mount on Fridges
- Best for stainless steel elegance: Wukong 5 Pack | 30x4cm (11.81 x 1.57) Magnetic Stainless Black Board Strips
Product Comparison: Best Ikea Magnetic Wall Strips
Heavy-Duty Grip
Magnetic Strips Tape with Adhesive Backing Magnet – Heavy Duty Magnets Strip, with 10Pcs Metal Stickers for Double Sided Self Sticky Non Metal, for Tool and Knife Strong Magnetic Wall Holder
SAICOOS
- Superior Magnetic Force: Our magnetic strips have increased the thickness of the magnetic strips to 2.0mm and increased the magnetic density. With a magnetic force of 152g/cm², these magnetic strips for wall are 1.5X stronger than other brands.This means you can confidently use our products to securely hold up heavier items without worry of them falling.
- Suitable for All Materials - Pack includes 10 pieces magnets strip and 10 pieces metal plates stickers. Magnetic metal items can be directly magnetically attached to the strong magnetic strip. Non-metal items can also be indirectly attached to the strong magnetic strip.(First, attach the self adhesive metal stickers and non-metal item included with the kit together, and then attach them to the strong magnetic strip through the metal plate.）
- Reputable Brands Adhesive Backing - Our heavy duty magnetic tape with adhesive backing are made with reputable brands of adhesive tape and offer a strong bond to any items surface. Ensuring a strong and durable bond.
- Easy to Cut: The sticky back magnetic strip can be cut into any shape you need, it can be used for hanging artwork, photos, thin calendars, important announcements and DIY creations, a must for office and home kitchens
- Multiple Uses: Magnetic command strips can be used as tool magnetic strips, knife magnetic strips, stickers, wall magnetic strips, etc., and can also be used in various scenarios, such as: schools, kitchens, offices, etc.
Colorful Compact Set
6Pcs Magnetic Strip, Metal Magnet Board with 20 pcs Colorful Magnet, Frameless Magnetic Strips with Adhesive Backing for DIY, Art Projects, whiteboards & Fridge
FloraSea
- Super Value Pack: You will receive 6 pieces of magnet bulletin board and 20 colorful magnets, sufficient quantity can meet your daily needs or share with friends.
- Practical magnetic strip: The metal magnetic strips take up minimal space and not only maintain an organized and efficient work environment, but also add funny and warm atmosphere.
- Premium Material: Magnetic board for wall is made from premium Stainless Iron, and the surface is smooth and friction.
- Easy to Use: These magnetic board with adhesive backing, which are suitable for most surfaces without leaving any holes, such as smooth wall, dry tile wall or office glass partition, but not fit for any rough surfaces.
- Wide Applications: Perfect for displaying memo, document paper, messages, notes, schedules, handicraft at houses, offices, schools, wall, refrigerator, cabinet and other places.
Sleek Black Organizer
4 Pcs Metal Magnetic Strips for Wall Adhesive Backing Memo Strip Black Bulletin Board with 10 Pcs Magnets for Home Office (26 x 300 mm)
LINXIU
- Reliable Material: The memo strips are made of quality stainless iron, reliable and sturdy, can be applied for a long time.
- Stylish Design: This magnetic strip can maintain an organized working environment and a wonderful decoration for your space.
- Easy to Use: Our black metal magnet bulletin board with adhesive backing and can be attached to walls, doors, cabinets.
- Wide Application: These magnet boards are suitable for displaying memos, notes, crafts, calendars, at home, office, school.
- Package includes: You will receive 4 stainless iron board strips and 10 colorful magnets, the quantity is enough for your daily use.
Sleek Space Saver
TonGass Magnetic Strip with Adhesive Backing, 2"x15" Stainless Steel Strips Bulletin Bar Board, Metal Magnetic Strips for Wall with 48 Pcs Magnets for Home, Office, School Use - 6 Pcs
TonGass
- Multi-Purpose Magnetic Strips – These 2x15-inch magnetic bulletin board strips are perfect for home, kitchen, office, and school use. Use them as magnetic wall organizer for to-do lists, office memos, class bulletin boards, or a magnetic spice jar holder to keep kitchen essentials within reach.
- Strong Adhesive Backing – Designed for secure installation, these magnetic strips with adhesive backing feature 3M adhesive, ensuring a firm hold on smooth surfaces. Whether used as a magnetic knife holder, magnetic tool holder, or memo board, they stay in place without falling off.
- Durable & Scratch-Resistant Surface – Made from premium stainless steel, these magnetic wall strips have a smooth, scratch-resistant surface that withstands frequent use. Ideal for organizing kitchen utensils, garage tools, or office supplies, they function as a magnetic memo board without requiring extra maintenance.
- Space-Saving & Stylish Design – These sleek magnetic strips for walls offer a modern, clutter-free storage solution. Use them as a magnetic photo display for pictures, reminders, or artwork while maximizing space efficiency in any room.
- Easy Installation & Versatile Use – No drilling required! Simply peel and stick these magnetic wall strips to any flat surface for an instant magnetic bulletin board, magnetic spice jar holder, or tool organizer, perfect for home and workspace organization.
Damage-Free Hangers
Cainda 24-Pairs Magnetic Picture Hanging Strips, Magnetic Fixator Removable and Damage Free, Adhesive Strips for Frame Hanging and Home Decorations
cainda
- 𝐆𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐭 𝐏𝐢𝐜𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐞 𝐇𝐚𝐧𝐠𝐞𝐫𝐬: The Picture Hanging Kit (24 pairs) can replace nails or liquid adhesives for Wall Hanging or Desktop Fixation. Great for all sizes of frames, photos, artworks, Christmas or Halloween decor without damaging the wall.
- 𝐒𝐭𝐫𝐨𝐧𝐠 𝐀𝐝𝐡𝐞𝐬𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐄𝐚𝐬𝐲 𝐭𝐨 𝐔𝐬𝐞: 2 Pair of picture hangers can hold 4 lb (about 2kg) when installed vertically on wall. Easy to be used on Frames or Decorations without any tools, No nails No hammer.
- 𝐕𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐥𝐞: The magnetic fixators can work on a variety of smooth surfaces, Like Glass, Tile, Metal, Finished Wood, Painted Concrete Cinder Block, Laminates Etc. Not suitable for Painted Wall, wallpaper, fabrics, textured walls, brick, or other rough and non-stick surfaces.
- 𝐃𝐚𝐦𝐚𝐠𝐞 𝐅𝐫𝐞𝐞 𝐇𝐚𝐧𝐠𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐑𝐞𝐦𝐨𝐯𝐞 𝐂𝐥𝐞𝐚𝐧𝐥𝐲: These adhesive strips will completely avoid damaging the wall during installation and use. The adhesive can be completely cleaned when you remove these strips. No Holes, Marks Or Sticky Residue.
- 𝐒𝐭𝐫𝐨𝐧𝐠 𝐌𝐚𝐠𝐧𝐞𝐭𝐢𝐜 𝐏𝐫𝐞𝐜𝐢𝐬𝐞 𝐀𝐝𝐬𝐨𝐫𝐩𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧: You can freely remove the frame from the wall for clean or replacment. Repeated adsorption with zero loss. When re hanging, can ensure that the position is exactly the same as before.
- 𝐖𝐡𝐚𝐭 𝐘𝐨𝐮 𝐂𝐚𝐧 𝐆𝐞𝐭: 24 Pairs of Magnetic Hanging Strips. 48pcs Replacement Adhesive Pads.
Customizable Strong Grip
X-bet MAGNET Magnetic Strips with Adhesive Backing - Magnetic Tape for Crafts - Tool and Knife Magnet Strips for Kitchen, Garage and Garden - Adhesive Magnetic Tool Holder Strip for Wall(6 Pieces)
X-bet MAGNET
- STRONG ADHESIVE BACKING: Each magnetic strip features a premium adhesive material combined with a durable 675 Gauss magnet for maximum strength with that small thickness. The magnet securely sticks to metal, plastic, tiles, concrete, and more without leaving marks.
- SIMPLE TO INSTALL & USE: Peel off the backing, stick to any clean surface, and start organizing instantly. Easy as 1, 2, 3! For best results, press firmly and wait 24 hours before hanging items. The adhesive reaches 90% strength after 24 hours and full strength after 72 hours
- FULLY CUSTOMIZABLE: Our flexible magnetic strips can be cut to any size or shape to meet your specific storage needs, making them ideal for creating personalized small tool accessories organizers or small kitchen knife holders.
- VERSATILE LENGTHS & QUANTITY: We offer different packs, perfect for small or large setups. You can combine the strips for extended coverage or use individually.
- PERFECT FOR ORGANIZING: Keep your kitchen, garage, workshop, or garden tidy easily by using these magnets as knife racks, tool holders, key organizers, magnetic squares, or utilizing them in DIY craft projects.
Versatile Thick Strips
Magnetic Strip, Flexible Magnetic Strips with Adhesive Backing (10 Pack, 6" x 1") Strong Sticky Magnetic Tape for Kitchen, Garage and Garden - Adhesive Knife Magnet Tape Strip Holder Strip for Wall
Thaibear
- 【SIZE AND QUANTITY】10 pieces flexible magnetic strip with 3M adhesive backing, 6" x 1" each, ultra thick (2 mm) long magnet tape strips. Add several or more magnet strip for heavier things.
- 【HIGH QUALITY】We use high-quality magnetic materials and strong adhesives to ensure that peel and stick magnetic strips for craft are strong enough for better use. Premium 3M adhesives are made for sticking quickly and firmly while last for a long time. Ideal for any clean, smooth and uniform surfaces.
- 【WIDE APPLICATION】The strong adhesive magnetic tape strips with adhesive backing connects the objects easily with magnetic boards (e.g. whiteboards, blackboards ) and fridges, can be used as magnetic tool holder strip for wall, flexible knife magnetic strip, 3m magnetic key holder, magnetic garage tool, magnetic screw holder and tool stand for garage storage and kitchen magnetic fridge organizer.
- 【EASY TO USE】This magnetic strips self adhesive are alternative to magnetic tape heavy duty, stickers, squares, sheets and dots. Sticky magnet strip is easy to install. Great for teachers, students, nurses, office workers, DIY thinkers, mothers, craft artisans and people who love to organize.
- 【HIGH QUALITY AFTER-SALE SERVICE】our team will provide you with extensive advice and support. Your customer satisfaction is our first priority. If you have any questions to our thin stick on magnets with adhesive backing, please feel free to contact us, and we will do our best to meet you.
Matte Black Boards
Magnetic Bulletin Board 6PCS Frameless Iron Board Strips Memo Board Bar Adhesive Backing Stainless Whiteboard Strips with 20PCS Magnet for Classroom Office Kitchen
ILSSLI
- Strong Adhesive Backing: Back of magnetic bulletin board strips use strong adhesive 3M glue tape for easy installation on dry smooth wall, attache the bulletin bar securely and not easy to fall off.
- Updated Version: Our metal memo board is made of premium stainless iron with matte black, upgraded and widened, 5CM in width, practical to use, organizing your notes and message efficiently.
- Multipurpose: Frameless bulletin board for magnets is great for kitchen, office, bedroom, living room office glass partition or classroom decorations, to pin memo,notes, list and postcard or displaying schedules, handicraft or decoration etc.
- Value Set: Package come with 6PCS black magnetic iron board bar and 20pcs different color magnets, ideal for wall decor, hanging photo and displaying artwork or cards.
- Convenient: Magnetic wall board is easy to apply, with sufficient quantity magnet for flexible in use, suitable for most of surface and without leaving holes, can be applied to pin your notes and messages easily and firmly.
Super-Long Sticky
Super Sticky Magnetic Tape (10 feet x 1/2 inch) - Stong Magnet Strip with Adhesive Backing for DIY & Crafts - Easy to Cut and Mount on Fridges, Whiteboards & More
X-bet MAGNET
- 𝐏𝐑𝐄𝐌𝐈𝐔𝐌 𝟑𝐌 𝐁𝐀𝐂𝐊𝐈𝐍𝐆: Our magnetic adhesive strips feature a super-strong 3M adhesive backing, meaning that you’ll never have to worry about things falling off. Tape (0.49 X 0.49) can hold up to 30-40 grams.
- 𝐄𝐀𝐒𝐘 𝐓𝐎 𝐔𝐒𝐄: Clean the surface before applying the magnetic strip. For best results, press firmly and wait 24 hours before hanging items to allow the adhesive to set. It reaches 90% strength in 24 hours and full strength in 72 hours.
- 𝐂𝐔𝐒𝐓𝐎𝐌𝐈𝐙𝐀𝐁𝐋𝐄: Simply cut the tape into magnetic strips with adhesive backing to your desired length and stick it in place. The strong 3M adhesive backing makes installation quick and easy.
- 𝐄𝐗𝐓𝐑𝐀-𝐋𝐎𝐍𝐆 𝐑𝐎𝐋𝐋: This extra-long magnet roll has 1/2 Inch x 10 Ft feet of magnetic tape ready to go! Now you’ll always have enough magnet tape for whatever your project calls for.
- 𝐆𝐑𝐄𝐀𝐓 𝐅𝐎𝐑 𝐎𝐑𝐆𝐀𝐍𝐈𝐙𝐈𝐍𝐆: Magnetic tape is perfect for teachers, students, nurses, office workers, crafters, and anyone who loves to stay organized.
Stainless Steel Elegance
Wukong 5 Pack | 30x4cm (11.81 x 1.57) Magnetic Stainless Black Board Strips, Adhesive Backing Bulletin Bar, Memo Strip with 30pcs 5x3mm Magnets for Office, Home, Photo Wall, Documents
Wukong
- ✅ Durable Stainless Steel Surface – Made of stainless steel iron with a strong self-adhesive backing and a protective blue film. Just peel and stick to any clean, smooth surface — no drilling or tools needed. Stays securely in place without falling off.
- ✅ Quick & Easy to Use – These frameless magnetic strips are ready to use right out of the box. Simply stick them to your wall, peel off the blue film, and you’re good to go. Perfect for organizing notes, reminders, and to-do lists using small magnets.
- ✅ Strong N35 Magnets Included – Don’t be fooled by their size — the included 5x3mm N35 neodymium magnets are small but mighty. Great magnetic force ensures your notes and photos stay firmly in place.
- ✅ Versatile for Any Space – Ideal for home, office, classroom, or coffee shop. Use them to display photos, memos, kids’ artwork, schedules, or creative crafts. A clean and modern way to stay organized and stylish.
- ✅ Worry-Free Guarantee – Backed by a 60-day money-back guarantee and lifetime customer support. Got questions? Contact our friendly support team — we respond within 24 hours, guaranteed.
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Buying Guide
FAQs
What should I consider when choosing a magnetic wall strip for home use?
Look at the strip thickness and magnetic density, as thicker (2 mm) strips like the B0DSJFYQVN model provide up to 1.5 × more holding force. Check the adhesive type; 3M‑grade backing ensures a strong, long‑lasting bond on smooth surfaces. Also think about the strip length you need and whether you want a cut‑to‑size option for custom projects.
How does magnetic strength vary between the listed products?
The B0DSJFYQVN strips boast 152 g/cm² (about 675 Gauss) and are marketed as 1.5 × stronger than standard brands, while the X‑bet MAGNET (B087Z8QNZ2) uses 675 Gauss magnets as well but in a thinner profile. The TonGass (B08J3Z5SH8) and Wukong (B0DYNYRD7Y) rely on N35 neodymium magnets, offering high pull force in a compact size. Generally, thicker stainless‑steel strips with higher magnetic density hold heavier items more securely.
Can I use these magnetic strips on painted or textured walls?
Most strips with 3M adhesive, such as the B0DSJFYQVN and B0DQV1Y4PM picture‑hanging kits, work best on smooth, non‑porous surfaces like glass, tile, or finished wood. They are not recommended for rough, textured walls, brick, or wallpaper because the adhesive may not grip properly and could damage the surface. For painted walls, consider removable picture‑hangers that specify compatibility, or use a small amount of removable mounting putty.
Which product offers the best value for a small office setup?
The 6‑piece Magnetic Strip set (B0DP5ZDCHD) provides a good balance of quantity, stainless‑steel quality, and colorful magnets for under‑desk organization. It includes adhesive backing for easy installation without drilling, making it ideal for temporary office layouts. If you need a longer strip for larger boards, the 10‑piece 6" × 1" pack (B0C3LN1K6M) is also cost‑effective and can be combined for extra length.
Are the magnetic strips easy to cut and customize?
Yes, most strips in this list are designed to be cut with scissors or a utility knife, including the B0DSJFYQVN and B0C3LN1K6M models. Their flexible backing and thin profile allow you to shape them to fit corners, frames, or irregular surfaces. Just be sure to cut after the adhesive has set for optimal strength.
What are the advantages of magnetic picture‑hanging strips over traditional nails?
Magnetic picture‑hangers like the Cainda 24‑pair set (B0DQV1Y4PM) leave no holes, marks, or residue, making them perfect for renters or delicate walls. They can hold up to 4 lb per pair and allow you to reposition frames without losing alignment, thanks to repeatable magnetic adsorption. This flexibility also speeds up decorating changes compared to hammering nails.
How do I ensure long‑term durability of the adhesive backing?
Clean the surface thoroughly before applying, removing dust, oil, or moisture, and press the strip firmly for at least 30 seconds. Allow the adhesive to cure for 24 hours before hanging heavy items; most strips reach 90 % of their strength by then and full strength at 72 hours. If you need extra hold, consider using a surface‑compatible primer or a supplemental mounting tape.