Zhuluck 100 Pcs Thumb Tacks White Flat Rounded 11mm/0.43" Nailhead L13mm/0.51" Decorative Pin Push Pins Home/Office for Bulletin Board,Notice Board/Map Nails,Tape Adhesives Fasteners

I reach for push pins more often than I’d like to admit—maps, fabric swatches, project timelines, kids’ art, you name it. After a week living with the Zhuluck white thumb tacks, I’m convinced they bring a little more engineering than usual to a category that’s easy to overlook.

What you’re getting

These are simple, white, flat-headed thumb tacks with an 11 mm (0.43-inch) head and a 13 mm (0.51-inch) pin. The pack contains 100 pieces. The sizing matters more than it sounds: the head is broad enough to be grippy without being bulbous, and the pin length strikes a balance between holding power and avoiding deep holes in walls and boards.

The heads are low-profile and slightly domed, so they sit neatly without looking clunky. The white coating is even and consistent, and it resists scuffing after repeated handling. I didn’t notice any flaking or rough edges on the heads or under the lip—often a problem with cheaper tacks.

Build and finish

Out of the box, the batch quality was consistent. No misaligned pins, no heads spinning free, and no burrs that catch skin or fabric. The pin itself feels marginally thicker and stiffer than bargain-bin tacks I’ve used. That extra rigidity makes a difference once you’re pushing into anything firmer than soft cork.

The white head coating looks more like a baked enamel than a cheap dip. It has a satin finish—not glossy, not matte—which helps it blend on white walls and look tidy against cork and fabric. If you need color coding, these won’t suit, but for clean, uniform setups they look professional.

Everyday use: boards, walls, and wood

I ran these through the usual surfaces:

• Cork board (standard density): No drama. One-hand push-in, straight seating, and clean removal. Holes closed reasonably well after removal.
• Foam board: Effortless insertion with solid bite; the shorter pin length kept the rear clean with no bulge.
• Drywall (without anchors): Took more pressure to start, but once set, the tack held firm with less wobble than lighter-gauge pins. I used them to tack up a schedule and a laminated poster; no sag after several days.
• Softwood (pine trim and plywood backer): The tacks went in straight and didn’t bend. They’ll leave slightly larger holes than ultra-thin pins, but still minor.
• Hard surfaces (MDF, hardwood, masonry): Not recommended. MDF is doable with care, but I wouldn’t push these into hardwood or anything with a tough veneer unless you’re fine with making a pilot indentation or using a small tack hammer.

The standout scenario for me was hanging a light-blocking fabric panel around a window in a workspace where drilling wasn’t an option. With multiple fabric layers, the tacks seated securely into drywall and avoided the annoying micro-gaps you can get with bendy pins. They required a bit more pressure to set, but once in, they didn’t creep or loosen over the week I left them up.

Holding power and limitations

Thumb tacks are for paper and light materials, not shelving brackets. Within that scope, these feel dependable. The thicker, shorter pin resists flexing and keeps a snug fit in cork and drywall. I found:

• Paper stacks up to roughly 12 sheets stayed flush in cork and drywall.
• Laminated posters held in drywall without curling at the edges.
• Two layers of blackout fabric stayed put around a window frame; the tack heads sat flat and the fabric didn’t slip under the head.
• On thick cork (over 10 mm), the 13 mm pin length is close to ideal; you get full engagement without pushing through.

The limitation is the same thing that gives them their strength: a slightly stouter pin. You might leave a more noticeable hole in drywall than with super-thin tacks. If you swap displays frequently on painted walls, you’ll still be better off with an adhesive solution or a rail system. Also, for very dense substrates or multiple heavy layers of fabric, a longer pin would be safer.

Ergonomics and ease of use

The 11 mm head is a sweet spot. There’s enough surface area to press with fingers or the side of a thumb, and the dome keeps edges from digging into skin. That said, because the pin is sturdier, insertion into drywall or dense board takes a deliberate push. Two tips that helped:

• Start the hole with a gentle twist while applying pressure; the tip bites faster.
• Use a wide eraser or a thimble-like cap to protect your finger for lots of placements.

Once set, the low-profile head is a plus: papers lay flatter, and sleeves don’t catch as often as they do on taller, conical heads.

Aesthetics and visibility

If you’re pinning on white walls or light boards, these disappear nicely. On cork, the white heads create a clean grid that can look intentional—almost like minimal hardware. On dark surfaces or fabrics, they stand out by design; if discretion matters on black foam board or charcoal felt, you’ll want black or nickel tacks instead.

Because the heads are flat and round, they present a neat, uniform face even in clusters. For gallery-style pin-ups or map work where the hardware becomes part of the look, these are aligned and tidy.

Durability and reusability

I cycled roughly 40 tacks through multiple insertions and removals. The pins stayed straight; I didn’t encounter any bent shanks unless I tried to leverage them sideways to pry something loose (not recommended). The coating on the heads resisted nail marks and minor abrasion. Points stayed sharp enough to reinsert cleanly.

If you tend to reuse tacks repeatedly in the same zones, the slightly thicker pin helps maintain grip where the substrate has loosened. In cork that’s been punctured many times, these felt more secure than lighter-gauge options.

Quantity and consistency

A 100-count box is the right size for outfitting a couple of boards, a project wall, and still having a handful to lose in a desk drawer. More importantly, this batch had consistent pin alignment and head seating, which matters when you’re pinning in straight lines or tight grids. There’s nothing more annoying than a lopsided tack nudging a poster off square; that wasn’t an issue here.

Where they fit—and where they don’t

Best uses:
- Bulletin and cork boards in home or office
- Drywall pin-ups where you want minimal flex and a clean face
- Maps, posters, timelines, and photo contact sheets
- Lightweight fabrics and banners where low-profile heads help reduce gaps

Not ideal for:
- Very dense wood or hardboard where pilot holes are needed
- Masonry, tile, or metal (obviously)
- Situations requiring color coding or stealth on dark surfaces
- Extra-thick foam or fabric stacks that benefit from longer pins

Practical tips

• For drywall, a gentle twist while pressing saves your fingers.
• If you’re placing dozens at once, a soft-faced tack tool or the rubber end of a screwdriver handle can speed things up.
• Remove by lifting the head straight out; avoid rocking sideways to prevent enlarging holes.
• Store them point-down in a small magnetic tray or a capped container—white-on-white makes escapees tough to spot.

The bottom line

These Zhuluck white thumb tacks are sturdier than the average push pin, with a thoughtful balance of head size, pin length, and finish. They ask a bit more of your fingers in firm materials, but pay it back with straighter seating and better long-term hold. The clean white heads look tidy and consistent, and the 100-count pack is a practical, no-nonsense quantity.

Recommendation: I recommend these if you want reliable, clean-looking tacks for standard boards and occasional drywall use, especially when you need a little extra stiffness to avoid bending and gaps. If your use case is dense hardwood, dark display surfaces, or very thick materials that need a longer pin, look for a specialized alternative. For most home and office pin-up tasks, though, these have earned a spot in my desk organizer.