How to Install Self-Adhesive Corner Guards (Easy Guide)
17th Jul 2025
How to Install Self-Adhesive Wall Corner Guards: Step-by-Step Guide
Looking for a fast and hassle-free way to protect vulnerable wall corners in your building? Self-adhesive corner guards offer quick installation with no drilling or specialist tools required — perfect for hospitals, schools, care homes, and offices.
This guide walks you through the full installation process to get a clean, professional result in minutes.
What You’ll Need
- Your self-adhesive corner guard (cut to length if needed)
- Tape measure or ruler
- Spirit level
- Pencil or masking tape (for marking)
- Cleaning cloth and mild detergent
Step-by-Step Installation Instructions
Step 1: Clean and Dry the Wall Surface
Use a cloth and mild detergent to remove dust, grease, or paint residue from the area where the guard will be installed. Let the surface dry fully.
Step 2: Measure and Mark the Position
Hold the corner guard in position and use a pencil or masking tape to lightly mark its placement. Use a spirit level to ensure it’s perfectly vertical.
Step 3: Peel Off the Adhesive Backing
Carefully peel back the release liner from the adhesive strips. Start from the top and work your way down to keep the glue clean and even.
Step 4: Press Firmly into Place
Align the guard with your marks and press it firmly onto the corner — starting from the top, and pressing down gradually. Apply even pressure across both legs to ensure full contact with the wall.
Step 5: Let the Adhesive Cure
Allow the adhesive to cure undisturbed for at least 24 hours before exposing the corner to impact or cleaning chemicals.
Important: Self-adhesive fixings are best for clean, smooth wall surfaces. For textured or uneven walls, we recommend using screw-fixed corner guards.
Need a More Heavy-Duty Option?
While self-adhesive options are perfect for quick installs, they’re not ideal for high-impact environments like warehouses or loading bays. If you need more robust wall protection, check out our screw-fixed or stainless steel options.
Download Installation Instructions (PDF)
Prefer a printable version? Download our full corner guard installation guide here.
Need Help or a Bulk Quote?
We supply a full range of self-adhesive and screw-fixed corner protectors with options for custom sizing and volume pricing.