Have you tired of a piece of furniture? Do you like it but it is not in good condition? Self-adhesive paper is perfect for giving it a new opportunity to your furniture without investing a lot of money. And without the need to have a great hand for crafts, which is also important!
You will find them plain and patterned, in neutral and vibrant colors... It will not be difficult for you to find the right one for the project. And applying it to the furniture will be a simple task; You won't need tails, just scissors and a good hand. And if you're wrong? All you have to do is peel it off and start over. It will be so easy to transform your furniture with self-adhesive paper.
Advantages of self-adhesive paper
Do you know self-adhesive wallpapers? They are an alternative to paint and wallpaper to change the appearance of your furniture. Its great advantage is that you will not need to manipulate tails to paste it on the chosen surface, something that will facilitate the task for those of you who are not experts in these tasks. But this is not, much less its only advantage:
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- They don't need a tail. This type of paper includes the adhesive. Just peel off the back protective paper and stick on a smooth surface.
- you only need your hands to work with this material. To cut and paste the paper you will only need your hands, although it is advisable to also have the help of a spatula or similar (a piece of wood wrapped in a cloth, for example) to facilitate correct installation.
- You can fix what doesn't look right. What happens if you make a mistake when applying the self-adhesive paper and it doesn't fit as straight as it should? Nothing. The adhesive that incorporates the wallpaper is firm, but allows you to stick and unstick the strips as many times as necessary.
- Forget the blissful bubbles. Breathable tissue papers are very easy to apply and just run your hand over them to remove small bubbles. Also, remember that you can peel it off and paste it again if you are not convinced with the result.
- They are strong and durable: Self-adhesive wallpapers perfectly withstand the passage of time and are highly resistant to light, which prevents their colors from fading.
- can be cleaned. If they get dirty, you can clean them with a damp cloth. Always, yes, without abrasive products that can damage it
Use it to transform your furniture
Have we convinced you? Are you already thinking about how you are going to transform that piece of furniture that you have been bored with for years with this type of paper? Wait until you see the different ways in which you can transform your furniture with self-adhesive paper. You will be amazed at what you can do!
Paper the doors and drawers of the cabinets
A built-in wardrobe, a chest of drawers or a nightstand can totally change its aesthetics if you paper its doors. Employ a colorful and vital print, like the ones in the images, and you will bring freshness and modernity to the room. And you don't have to paper all the doors, or all the drawers; you can combine the chosen wallpaper with a painting of a color contained in it to create a game of contrasts.
Line the drawers inside
Does your chest of drawers have damaged drawers? If you prefer to keep it in a solid color on the outside, why not have fun with the inside of the drawers? Only you will see them when you open them, so do not hesitate to choose a paper that makes you happy. You can cover only the base of the drawers or also include the sides. And to achieve a surprising finish, do not hesitate to choose one of the wallpaper colors and paint the edges of the drawer lids with it.
Brighten up the bottom of a shelf or cupboard
Do you have a cupboard to organize the dishes and have you always thought that it is something bland? Take action and decorate the inside of the cupboard with self-adhesive paper. If you bet on flower papers You will give the cupboard a country and vintage air, while if you bet on a geometric design you will get a more modern air.
And in the same way that you line the bottom of a cupboard, you can line the bottom of a shelf or closet. It will be easier to do if you can remove the back and line it, but not impossible if you can't. Remove everything that can get in the way, measure well and cut out the paper and then paste it. Is the finish not good in the corners? You can always use ribbons, beads or other elements to hide it.
Transform surfaces and countertops
On a busy countertop, self-adhesive papers won't be as durable as they are in other places, but they're a great way to extend the life of a piece of furniture. To place something transitory that contributes to improve its appearance while you decide what to do with it.
Papers that imitate the finish of wood or stone they are a subtle alternative for larger surfaces. Now if what you want is to give a fun touch to a side table or a stool, the patterned motifs will help you achieve it.
Do you like the idea of changing the aesthetics of your furniture with adhesive paper?