Most commonly sold in roll form, contact paper is a material that has a decorative surface on one side and a highly adhesive material on the other side. Contact paper sticks to the desired surface with minimal effort. more »

In the midst of spring cleaning, you decide to go through your cabinets and replace the contact paper on the inside of your shelves. The contact paper under the sink is wet from a dripping pipe. You've tried pulling it up, but it just rips and peels off in jagged little strips. Before you resort to dynamite, use this method to remove that nasty wet contact paper in a jiffy. more »

Contact paper is very useful in covering books so that they don't get ripped or drawn on. Contact paper can also be used to protect photographs. When handling contact paper, you will immediately notice how sticky it is. If you are not careful, it will stick to itself. The adhesive can leave a residue on your table, clothes or anything else that it gets stuck to while you are working with it. more »

Contact paper is an excellent product for lining shelves, laminating craft projects, creating decals, and various other art and home improvement projects. Contact paper can be pricey, especially when you order online for that rare color or pattern that you can't find in stores. It also may not come in the exact shade you desire. Luckily, you can inexpensively make contact paper at home with simple items. more »

Contact paper stencils can be used with your own hand drawn designs or with artwork printed from your home computer. Cut stencils from contact paper to use to create t-shirt designs for holidays, special events or as a craft project for kids. Attach your contact paper stencils to fabrics or hard surface items to make hand made gifts for your friends and family. more »

Using contact paper to decorate cabinet doors is a cheap alternative to other, more expensive redecoration methods. Contact paper is also easier to clean and maintain, making it an optimal choice for kitchen and bathroom cabinets that must frequently be wiped down. Applying contact paper to cabinet doors is moderately easy, provided that you take your time and prepare the cabinet door surfaces properly. more »

Contact paper can be very difficult to remove without damaging the surface underneath, particularly if it is old. However, it isn't impossible to peel up contact paper gently and efficiently. The first step is to get the paper off of the surface. To do this, set a hair dryer on its highest heat setting and, holding it a few inches from the paper's surface, blow the hot air directly on the contact paper until it peels back from the corners. Pull the contact paper off of the surface using gentle, even pressure. Apply more heat to stubborn spots, if necessary, until the paper peels up easily. more »

You may think that contact paper is only good for lining shelves and walls, but it also makes a fun toy on a rainy day. All you have to do is find some contact paper and you have the makings for a tiny city in your living room. more »

Contact paper is an economical way to renovate dated surfaces such as old metal cabinets. It is applied much like a large sticker. A paper backing is peeled back to reveal a large adhesive surface. The adhesive creates a strong bond that keeps dirt and moisture from seeping under the surface. However, when it comes time to remove contact paper, this same adhesive backing can create quite a challenge. Removing old contact paper from surfaces, such a metal cabinets, is not always an easy task, but with the right tools, it can be eliminated without a trace. more »