13 contact paper ideas most people have never thought of.

[@LifeWithAnnie7]

These individuals are much more talented at laying the paper down. Mine would have more bubbles than a bubble bath.

[@sophiek3292]

Yeah, I've never managed to lay contact paper straight either.. 😕

[@johnnyemitchell8539]

Anyone who has ever worked with contact paper knows it isn’t that easy. The camera work was so fast, I bet if we could inspect the finished work it would have bubbles too.

[@wendybutler1681]

Practice makes perfect! I was pretty good by the 15th drawer. I would recommend trying small projects first to get the hang of it.

[@daArt708]

I've learned to use some type of scraper to rub the sections as you are unrolling the paper. 🌈💞🌈

[@paulettestegall8530]

Me too guys. Glad to hear others that r honest like me. I don't find it easy. Looks bad I get tired of the mess

[@sharenwatson7352]

This is where I get a lot of inspirations from, my neighbours threw out a 2 tier study desk so I took it home and put contact on the top and the sliding table..came up a treat, plus I cover old filing cases, shoe boxes for storage, cover various size cans for flowers, pen ,paint brush holders and great for picture frames

[@wendybutler1681]

The last rental I was in was disgusting so I got creative with contact paper. Astonished at how well it held up--for years. Even with frequent scrubbing it looked like it did when I first put it up. Great to have inspiration for more ideas! I've always wanted to line my dresser drawers in a small, feminine floral.

[@robinpesek3657]

Yes! Happy to hear contact paper is still as tough as it was in the 60’s. My 60’s covered hair spray lid looks exactly as it did 50+ years ago.

[@bonitahobbs2097]

Gifted hand eye coordination!!!

[@VioletJoy]

That's awesome! Totally worth the effort, especially in a rental.

[@esat189]

I moved into a rental that had disgusting contact paper in it and I couldn't get it off couldn't apply new because it had just been plopped in the middle of the shelves and the drawers and did not go all the way to the edge it was disgusting removable wallpaper is so much better and paper shelf liner for drawers is much nicer

[@lillybellep8956]

I am 71. These ideas are not new and many thought of them years ago. What is new is ConTac has much more of a variety now.

[@eoharrison7499]

Agreed. I remember the old ConTact glue used to bring roaches too since they loved that. Hopefully, that's changed now.

[@judymckerrow6720]

I’m not sure about using contact paper on the floor❄️💚🙃

[@ediewall6360]

a catastrophe waiting to happen

[@foxxymoxxy2433]

Very slippery when wet..

[@perrywalton2464]

@@foxxymoxxy2433 yes indeed....yes.

[@nancyayotte2297]

Yes I agree. But the other ideas are great and you get the hang off it pretty quick. I endorse contact paper. 😁

[@laurieriehl2042]

Me too. The edges in middle of floor(seams) would start coming up with traffic.

[@tashacherry1480]

The stair case!!!! Omg thank you!!! Been trying to think of a way to cover the risers bc the previous owners put a 100 staples in the carpet so there's just to many holes to simply sand and stain.

[@betty91706]

It’s a labor of love making a house a home. Your ideas are very sweet. ♥️

[@crickett4877]

I liked that some of the papers used were the adhesive paper from Dollar Tree. Meaning these could be inexpensive as well. Nice ideas.

[@everybodyluvsmonkeys]

I love the frosted paper on the door/windows. I have been looking what to do on the windows around my front door. This is great!

[@sishowser848]

Be careful if you're in a cold or humid climate using contact paper can cause condensation to build up on the glass. The water will then puddle on you're framing/will and cause rot/mold problems

[@everybodyluvsmonkeys]

@@sishowser848 ha. I totally live in a humid climate (Houston). I will try it and see. I've been begging my husband to tint these windows but in the meantime I'm going to try this. I will turn gray waiting for him.

[@brayz4boyz976]

I used tissue paper. Just sprayed water on window, then added the paper. It worked well through cold winters on my kitchen window.

[@jonaeflure]

These have got to be some of the worst places to apply contact paper! The floor? The microwave? The refrigerator? And on and on. People please be careful. Contact paper is one of the hardest things to remove not to mention it scratches and tears easily. You've been warned...😉

[@valsptsd814]

I just did this on a double mirrored closet door. I absolutely LOVE IT. Super easy to install. Volcanics Window Privacy Film Static Window Clings Vinyl 3D Window Decals Window Stickers Rainbow Window Film for Glass Door Heat

[@lhmcd5538]

I’ve done most of these. I’ve also done windows with white contact for privacy near a stove as blinds and curtain were a fire hazard.

[@2degucitas]

Great idea!

[@shondarenee3186]

I must try this. Our new home has a gas stove in front of 2 large windows. I have put off window treatment for almost a year to avoid a fire.🤦🏾‍♀️😂

[@maggiesmith4699]

Where did you get the things @ that you use ?

[@marycrowder35]

Just a helpful hint: before placing your contact paper down, spray the area with water and squeegee the water out and the paper sticks as if you used wall paper paste! 🥳

[@crickett4877]

Thank you, I've never heard that but what a great tip. I would have thought the water would make the adhesive NOT stick, this is good to know!

[@cheryl-annwent468]

Wouldn't that destroy some of the surfaces?

[@yup_its_ME.512]

@@cheryl-annwent468 that's why you use a squeege to get the water out. It's easier to move the contact paper too in case is a little crooked

[@cheryl-annwent468]

@@yup_its_ME.512 oh ok

[@Arid_OasisLLC]

Great tip 👍🏽 thanks

[@joyce9523]

Sweet I really liked the staircase idea👍

[@charmyers5461]

If I could physically do my stairs, I would do that. That is a good idea

[@hippychic8860]

Yes it made the stairs look lovely

[@Oonagh72]

Don’t use contact paper on the floor. It won’t hold up.

[@dwandascott3947]

unless you intend to never walk on it if you weight more than one ounce.

[@emmamccoy8381]

They have sooo many beautiful peel and place tiles to use in your floor as well as for the back splash 🙂

[@theshadowfax239]

I know, the only reason I'm subbed to this channel is for the face palm moments like that. 🤦‍♀️

[@joltjolt5060]

Meh if you wax it and wear socks a lot it might.

[@kymclinton3140]

I've had contact paper on the kitchen and bathroom floor of my rental flat for over three years it still looks good as the day I laid it it's hovered and washed frequently both my fridge freezers and they are both tall ones are covered in it too

[@leonida6024]

Just a tip to lose the bubbles. Before applying the contact paper, spread the diswashing liquid all over the surface you'll put the paper on. Then just keep pushing the liquid out by using some kind of smoothing tool. Bubbles will disapear and the liquid will seal the paper you wan't even know that the liquid was ever there. Been there, done that many times!

[@Arid_OasisLLC]

Cool tip, thanks.

[@1meanelf]

It is amazing what an old credit card can do and can be used as a scrapper or will wipe those bubbles away. Use a credit card in my papercrafting too.

[@tammy091863]

I mix soap and water and do it that way.

[@katie195]

what about the adhesive backing and soap?

[@madwhitehare3635]

@@katie195 ….yep. It’s going to ruin the adhesive ability…..😬

[@georgiawild4332]

My laundry room has a huge furnace that is an eyesore. I used the weathered wood patterned Contact paper and made it look like an old lake shed. I then covered the water heater blanket with fabric that was covered in fish to make it look like a giant aquarium. It gave it a fun "marina" theme to make the room more enjoyable. I've used many of these ideas, but also saw a few new ideas to try out, thanks!

[@stevewiles7132]

I used wood grain contact on the dashboard of my late 60s' car, worked a treat.

[@Rebecca-zw4pm]

Omg that is so magnificently and awesomely tacky and I love everything about it!! 😂😂 Please know that I mean that as a totally sincere compliment. 🙏🥰

[@TracyAllenVideos]

Very nice! Watching you cut away the excess and pull it up somehow makes it feel like all is well in the world😆 Like popping bubble wrap… That kind of feeling😊

[@DeeDee-dn1zn]

I used an old old hospital laundry barrel as a clothes hamper for about 20 year. Some contact paper around the outside and a homemade cushion on top made an extra spot to sit on the sturdy cardboard barrel.

[@MCNY7]

I like your idea! I have an old hamper that I want to refurbish but I've just been thinking spray paint. Contact paper offers more design options. 👀 Or maybe I'll use fabric.

[@carleenpring3404]

Top tip: my husband broke our loungeroom window, right where my kitty used to sit on the window sill. I used clear contact to cover the area that was broken and saved my fluffmeister from hurting himself. The window repair man was very impressed!

[@kathylansford2142]

In the latter part of 1960's my sister and her husband bought a house that had metal kitchen cabinets and wasn't that attractive. She covered them in contact paper that looked like wood what a difference it made beautiful.

[@truthdogschell8473]

Putting it on the floor is actually ridiculous.

[@auntmaryspals7978]

My Mother was an expert on using Contact paper. She even used it on walls where the plaster was falling off and it lasted for years. I know for a fact that the product would not last for five minutes on a floor. Well, maybe if it were chained off so that nobody could walk on it.

[@jackieo8693]

I love the marble paper. Mine would be so wrinkled and bubbly though lol

[@monicaroberts1336]

I use it to line my kitchen cabinets floor, that's as far as I will go with it

[@southernbelle6838]

I put contact paper on my empty liter buckets! Great for storage and outside plants😁

[@auapplemac1976]

Putting Contact Paper on a toaster oven would seem to be very dangerous. It's a form of plastic and most toaster ovens get very hot on the exterior.

[@jeannewalker1107]

Wasn't it a microwave?

[@alisonmary1443]

Contact paper, I don't have good memories of that stuff, hope it's better adhesion now cos some of these ideas are worth a go, Thank you.

[@bari2883]

I wish you had also shown the reality of contact for first time users : air bubbles misplaced contact that sticks to the furniture and becomes unaligned. Oh I remember those days nightmares.

[@beerock7617]

Great ideas ! She must have an inside connection to a vendor. They make many beautiful designs but they cant be found to purchase ;/

[@dashiajames1882]

Very nice & neat. Mine probably would have little bubbles. And I might have to apply it like 2 more times..!! I luvvv appling it to my candle jars, vases, note books/journals, the boxes I create & to my cell phone cases.

[@stinkiitofu]

Do they ever post the names of the people to see the instructions? Also if you need privacy but keep light, press and seal works and easy to remove unlike contact paper

[@robinpesek3657]

I had to watch this. In the 60’s contact paper first came out. My mother and every mother I knew covered EVERYTHING in contact paper. It was like magic. In fact I still a hair spray lid covered in contact to hold sewing do dads in my machine cabinet. Sorry to say, nothing new here.🙂

[@znycelondon5313]

Might not be new… However the selections of designs they are making and projects being done using the contact paper are different " never before" items and places…..yes…..that’s new!!!

[@lindachadwick7358]

My mom contact papered the wall in our small bathroom in the mud 60’s. It was pink and had sort of gold bubbles in the background.

[@ChaplainBettyBradley-Frazier]

@@znycelondon5313 YES!!!

[@susanjohn6506]

New to some of us.

[@destined4blessin]

Nice! How do you mop or clean the floor with the contact paper?

[@cheekypiper512]

How do you think? It's waterproof.

[@Rebecca-zw4pm]

I don't use contact paper much outside of lining drawers and shelves. But when I was little, I used to decorate animal cracker boxes to make purses for me and my friends with contact paper and stickers. They were a total hit! 😂😂

[@karebear9374]

Y'all don't be covering ya appliances with this . Over heating can be an issue.

[@goodmeasure777]

@Karebear, That's exactly what I was thinking. How foolish. That's why there's all these apt/house fires. Folks using product, for which it wasn't intended. Smh.

[@Leah-ic1et]

Yep and voids your warranty too.

[@nisar6339]

And it looks trashy.

[@ophilianecr]

And well, nobody will EVER believe your microwave or toaster oven is made of marble!!! LMAO 🤣🤣😂 just as terrible as the chippy paint contact paper. It's not "shabby chic"; it's just "shabby cheap"🙄🤣

[@nisar6339]

@@ophilianecr The Flintstones keep coming to mind when I read your post! 😂

[@Suntan38]

I'm loving the contact paper on the stairs! Mine Re so boring and 2 sets of stairs are in your face when you walk into my house. I wonder how much they hold up with ppl maybe scuffing it?

[@shari9721]

You might be able to paint some type of clear coat over it that might work .

[@maryallen8036]

This is really beautiful work I thought about using contact paper in the bathroom on the wall but never thought about using it on the kitchen floor ❤️

[@emmamccoy8381]

They have removable tiles now that you can Use for the floor and back splash. They have so many designs. Look at some on Amazon to see how many are out there 😁

[@theshadowfax239]

Please don't put contact paper on your floor. It will never hold up and end up looking terrible.

[@catherinepowers2750]

Oh DONT DO IT! It looks so stinking bad in days! DAYS!

[@ediewall6360]

@@theshadowfax239 Agreed

[@Lynniescorner]

@@theshadowfax239 that is exactly what I was wondering. I know what's happened with some of my other projects, and we didn't walk all over them.

[@CoffeeTeaAndPotpourri]

Seriously...if these are ideas that you think most people have never thought of...then want do you think most people use contact paper for?

[@MCNY7]

I'm pretty sure "most people" don't think about contact paper at all. IMO, those who do simply think of it for covering shelves and lining drawers.

[@Trikerchic]

If it was only this easy!!!

[@znycelondon5313]

It is!

[@JesusisKing03]

I think I'm going to do that staircase hack that looks awesome with some extra heavy duty paper

[@carolkerylow3966]

Love the wood look on the cabinets.

[@florastewart7920]

Necessity is the mother of invention. Broke is it’s grandma.

[@dogmom2023]

I have that exact first contact paper on my shelves by my fireplace I love it the gray and white triangle looking.

[@3glitch9]

You've got a sticky thumb! The way you make that look so easy and painless has made me doubt my past nightmare struggles with contact paper, and want try again!

[@jacquelinecarmichael4564]

I’ve used sticky back “chalkboard” and magnet on a roll on my yellowed refrigerator front - works a charm

[@Katydidit]

My Mom w as super creative w contact paper when I was a kid!!

[@lavonX1]

Love that stair riser idea... Would be perfect on my basement stairs!

[@girlnextdoorgrooming]

@1:33 Wilma Flintstone microwave

[@user-vp4qq4it7i]

contact paper over a textured floor... I don't see that holding up for long.

[@charityfrazier8639]

I can't believe you guys have missed out on the best parts of these contact paper DIY videos... The cursing, yelling, and throwing.

[@helene615]

I'm going to give it a go for an extremely hideous bathroom cabinet. I'll get my hubby to video tape for those extra-special moments!

[@charityfrazier8639]

@@helene615 It's just more real right? 🤣🤣

[@suecanada2313]

SWEET WORK WITH CONTACT PAPER ! THANK YOU SO MUCH FOR SHARING ❤

[@ImHappyToBeHereToo]

They make it look so simple. It's not!

[@tammywilliams9832]

I've tried most of the ideas..... was very impressed with the staircase

[@MaryamAli-vd1xv]

So cool love wall paper just never knew what to do with it.

[@lindapeters5497]

I have a small chest freezer. I've thought about painting it. I do like the stainless idea though. I just think it might not last as long as paint.

[@mothra_mothra]

But, you know when the paint is done, by it's chipping. So you'll have to chip off all the old paint or paint over the spots, in which case they will show through texturally. Like badly patched nail polish does. When the Contact paper is done (splitting, peeling or cracking) you can peel the remainder off by putting heat on it and warming the adhesive. Light heat like a hair dryer! And it should peel off in big sections.

[@lindapeters5497]

@@mothra_mothra that's a very good point. My chest freezer is fairly new doesn't haven't any chips just don't care for the white.

[@wendybutler1681]

You might be surprised at how well it holds up. I know I was.

[@lindapeters5497]

@@wendybutler1681 thanks im a little nervous I've never used it before. I think I will try my hand at something small first just to be sure I can do it well.

[@wendybutler1681]

@linda peters There's the little sharp pin trick for any bubbles, too, if you need it. Just a tiny pinprick to let the air out so you can smooth it down. I often cut to fit, sometimes I do the trimming after I apply (with a razor blade of some sort). Good luck and have fun!

[@suzannebunbury2961]

I like these and I think stencils would be better in most of these applications ❤️🌻

[@ediewall6360]

Do NOT use contact paper on the floor. Common sense.

[@sharonwilliamson4592]

Tell us how long the contact paper lasts on the floor..please👍💕

[@kymclinton3140]

So far three years and it's hovered and mopped frequently

[@erinnsixkiller2794]

Remember how impossible it was to work with

[@janeolinger8038]

I usually get more wrapped around me than on the surface I am attempting to cover!

[@davidgentz1731]

That stuff peels off really easy

[@charmyers5461]

Great ideas, and pretty paper 😃

[@davidpotter3777]

It's the rubbing it down and getting it flat that I find to be the fun part

[@rhondaturner2254]

Exactly the uses stated: perfect examples

[@susanthesassycrafter4620]

How does the contact paper hold up to mopping? I would do my whole apartment if I had the money to buy all of the rolls I would need. I want to do my bedroom walls but it's going to take SO many rolls.

[@mothra_mothra]

Not well. It isn't made for that so, it's not going to stand up and all that work would be for nothing. 😑 There are vinyl tiles that are pretty cheap, many

[@Etianen7]

@SusanTheSassyCrafter If you want to do your entire walls, I think it will be cheaper (and sturdier) to use wallpaper instead of contact paper.

[@susanthesassycrafter4620]

@@Etianen7 I can't, I rent and am not allowed to change anything that is considered Permanent. Can't paint the walls, change a fixture, All of the fun stuff.

[@ophilianecr]

@@susanthesassycrafter4620 you can't change out the light fixtures and put it back when you leave? When I rented, i took pics of everything and stored the original fixtures, knobs, outlet covers etc, together and replaced it back before I left. Or painted everything back the way it was. I even had landlords see it and like it, disappointed that I didn't leave it behind. Either way, i wouldn't recommend doing your whole walls in that stuff. You have to use a metal scraper or spatulas to remove it, or it tears and leaves behind pieces if you only pull it. Maybe do one or two walls. And use large artwork or mirrors to fill out the rest of the space. You won't need so many rolls either. If you go online, you can choose the length of the rolls. I got a 3ft x 30ft roll of contact paper for $11 last year.

[@sunnyscott4876]

Amazing what you can do with perfect editing and catchy background music!

[@lliamjurdom9505]

Very good up load - is going to easily hit 5 million views - well done !!!!

[@alitaart]

Wonderful

[@irmahardnett]

PRETTY NEAT IDEA' S love it ❤

[@patriciareeps3389]

I have never been able to use contact paper without getting wrinkles or bubbles. These people are pros

[@rebeccahenderson2983]

I can't work with contact paper, it's a pain in the rear.

[@sharonwilliamson4592]

She didn’t! That’s just where it ended up! I can empathize.

[@ardithshea2570]

Try doing it in smaller sections.

[@rebeccahenderson2983]

You're all so funny, I have to do some cabinets and drawers, so wish me luck that my rear can handle it 😅

[@mothra_mothra]

The only one I take issue with is the kitchen floor. Sure, you can put Contact paper on the heavily trafficked floor...which it's not made for. How long until the pattern starts to wear off leaving wear marks of blank paper, makingit look totally crappy and cheap? 1 week? 2 weeks? If you want to "cheap " out, use the cheap vinyl floor tiles. They'll last several years (5 or so) and by the time they start looking lousy, you'd probably want to change your decor anyway.

[@msvicky5599]

These are excellent ideas for bringing back to life thrift store 🏬 finds 🤟!

[@geekelly000]

How durable is contact paper on a kitchen floor though? I wanna do it 🤩

[@suecollins3246]

And how long do you think this will last before the corners start popping up and the edges start to raise. As for _walking_ on it...

[@deniselaviar311]

Am learning alot from this thanks

[@ricog8209]

I have to admit I love the morrocan print, the cubed one and the distressed wood pattern used to cover the cans but contact paper shouldn't be used for most of these surfaces.

[@paulettestegall8530]

I never find much of a selection u like. I prefer floral alot but not the appliances or such

[@Brian.001]

Hello again to the formica craze of the 1960s!!

[@sharilynfritz247]

Thanks for the chuckles anyway!

[@muzicluvr2]

My Grandma's had been doing this and my self to specially for arts and crafts .I even showed my daughters and nephew

[@djf57]

Cool ideas I never thought of the floor

[@peaceofrefuge]

Great ideas. But also definitely all ideas that I have seen several other creators do. So I don’t understand the title saying most never thought of. These are not super unique. Great video. I would just change the title

[@debz6110]

I am worried about the durability in surfaces that need to be cleaned. Although some people are saying it will hold up. Also, how easy is it to be removed? 🤔

[@ardithshea2570]

Most now a days are repositionable. If you find it being difficult, you can use a hair dryer on low setting to soften the "contact" paper. A needle, straight pin, or something similar stuck close to an edge will help start lifting the paper.

[@conniel.4601]

Contact paper on the floor?

[@nanettehuse8213]

Love these ideas 💡

[@tammerahanes1792]

Very Nice. So Creative.

[@naomiemoore5725]

All cute and clever!

[@janedoe805]

They were all fabulous ideas and that woman is very talented! However, I’m not too sure about how long that floor is going to last. Was that a specific type of Contact Paper for floors?

[@fabienneclavier5984]

I don't think such a thing exists, it's just regular contact paper. I personally wouldn't use it on floors!

[@Cyrilmc222004]

Yes there is a definite nack to getting this contact paper in place without bubbles and creases. But, once that’s mastered then the world is your oyster 🦪. Thank you so much

[@anithamanohar6964]

Great ideas!

[@maggiesmith4699]

Thanx for the cool 😎🆒 💡 ideas, does it stick to everything ?

[@lindaburgundy5301]

Beautiful creations

[@ladyday5063]

Amazing!! Awesome Idea's 🤗

[@cynthiamartinez3192]

BUT, How long does it stay on before moisture and air traveling start to peel the corners ?? Anyone?

[@wendybutler1681]

I would not use it on a floor. If your surface is clean and you apply it right it can last a very long time. Dampness of a steamy bathroom and frequent wiping down with disinfectant cleaners didn't hurt it at all. I've always been really pleased with how well it holds up. Applying it onto a dusty surface would give you problems with corners and edges, I would think. It doesn't have to be the namebrand, either. I've used others with equally good results.

[@cynthiamartinez3192]

Thank you for your help. God Bless you and your family. ☺

[@Candice1965]

Great ideas 👍🏾Thanks for sharing 🙂

[@theterrestrial3267]

Is this stuff removable?.. Like to try a project or two but will be living in an apartment

[@ardithshea2570]

Most are in this day and age. Look for repositionable on the label.

[@theterrestrial3267]

Thanks! I will☺️

[@Stray..]

Sometimes I can lay it straight, and sometimes I can get the bubbles out, but never both and more often than not I can’t accomplish either one.

[@pricer39]

Anyone know how to deal with edge that doesn't stay stuck tight? I covered some cans like at 0.:57 and the paper doesn't stick tight when it gets to where it overlaps on the side and tends to start peeling fairly quickly. Thanks in advance!

[@pricer39]

@@grannym2880 Thank you, I will try that. Do you have a particular kind of glue you like?

[@sylviaseri4235]

All look good now but they won’t even last a couple of months. The sticky back is not long lasting.