Use zip ties as drainage cleaning devices
Cut small hooks into a zip tie to catch hair or light debris from a shallow drain opening.
Fix, Fasten & Secure
Zip Tie Tricks
Light-duty cable tidying, temporary holds, garden supports and non-critical repair ties.
Practical tricks
View all tricksUse zip ties as light-duty temporary clamps
Pull small parts together for a short hold when a proper clamp is not available.
Use zip ties as temporary repair ties for non-critical items
Hold a loose non-critical part together until you can make a proper repair.
Use zip ties for temporary cable management
Tidy loose cables for a temporary, inspectable setup without pinching or over-tightening them.
Use zip ties to support garden plants
Support plants loosely against canes or frames while leaving room for growth.
Guides
View all guidesChoosing the right zip tie for a DIY job
How to choose size, material and style for light-duty DIY tying without overclaiming strength.
How to cut zip ties neatly and safely
A short guide to trimming zip ties without leaving sharp ends.
When not to use zip ties
Situations where zip ties are the wrong fixing or only a very temporary option.
Glossary
View glossaryFlush cut
A trimmed cut that sits close to the tie head or surface.
Releasable zip ties
Zip ties with a small release tab so they can be opened and reused.
Tensile strength
The pulling force a tie or material is rated to resist before failing.
UV-resistant zip ties
Zip ties made with materials intended to last better in sunlight.