Don’t worry, these contact paper projects do not use the kind your mom used to line her drawers. This self-adhesive paper has come a long way. From simple crafts to completely updating your kitchen, you will want to check these DIY projects out!
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What is contact paper?
Contact paper is a vinyl adhesive that is used for a variety of reasons from decorating to protecting flat surfaces.
We love the variety of contact papers you can purchase. From classic marble contact paper to patterned contact paper and everything in between there is a pattern for you.
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DIY File Cabinet Makeover
Using this fun geometric contact paper to makeover a file cabinet was an inexpensive way to makeover a boring file cabinet. We just love how clean and modern it looks now and really adds to the eclectic home office.
Another great idea of how contact paper can easily help to redo parts of your home. And erasable contact paper in your work area is another brilliant contact paper makeover idea. Write lists and ideas right on your cabinets!
Contact paper or "peel and stick" wallpaper was an easy way to add an accent wall to this bedroom makeover. We love this birch pattern and how just doing one wall helped transform the space.
A Complete Guide to Countertop Contact Paper [with VIDEO]
You won't believe how awesome this countertop makeover came out using granite looking contact paper. We honestly can't even get over how nice the edges of the countertops look. You would think it is real granite!
Easily Transform an Old Desk with Marble Contact Paper
We can't get over how awesome this desk makeover looks. Even looking at the close-up pictures, it is hard to tell that it is marble contact paper. I am sure the quality of the contact paper really matters for a desk makeover like this!
Add Contact Paper For Windows in Just a Few Minutes
Are you looking for a little extra privacy in your bathroom? Easily install frosted contact paper on some parts of the window so you can enjoy that shower in peace. Using frosted contact paper will still let that natural light shine through.
DIY Faux Marble Table Lamp Makeover with Contact Paper
This West Elm look alike completely has us blown away that it was created with marble contact paper. This modern and clean lamp would be the perfect addition to any home.
Create your own blackboard labels using contact paper and chalkboard paint. We may have to start labeling everything around here! If you don't like the idea of making your own, you can always purchase chalkboard contact paper and save a step!
Stained Glass Rainbow Suncatcher With Clear Contact Paper
Keep your little ones entertained with this easy rainbow craft using clear contact paper. Such a great idea to use black construction paper to keep the rainbow suncatcher looking neat…even if a toddler creates it!
Most newer contact papers will come off easily. Contact paper is meant to be removable and why it is such a great way to update something on a budget. If you are remodeling something with older contact paper you may have some difficulty removing it. Check out our list of easy ways to remove sticker residue if you run into problems.
Erin Nutter is the DIY enthusiast, writer and photographer behind TheDIYNuts.com. She loves sharing her passion for do-it-yourself projects along with her husband, Eric. As an artist, mother, and lover of all things DIY she hopes to inspire you to be creative to make a life and home you love.
