WINDEX Hack for Applying Contact Paper FLAWLESSLY | Superholly

[@chrissydowns5414]

Super Holly you are the best! I can't believe your tip worked. I sprayed on warm water and dish soap and ran my hand over the mixture to spread it out evenly, then with my dollar store squeegy I moved the paper around until it fit just right. I rolled the paper up from the bottom and used two chip clips to keep it out of the way. It took 5 minutes. I still can't believe the difference.

[@sammy.knuckles]

You can also use soapy water if you don't have any Windex on hand :) In a spray bottle put a generous squirt of dishsoap and fill it up with warm-hot water, spray the surface and squeegee. Works the same. Just don't oversaturate. If the adhesive isn't as sticky afterward, you can use a hairdryer to heat it up and make it sticky again.

[@nathy0308]

Is the soapy part necessary? Can just water do the trick? Or is the soap the thing that makes it slippery?

[@TheBooban]

The windex or soap or water must affect the adhesive of the paper making it loosen earlier

[@AshleyN654420091]

I was wondering i know this how we did with window tint..🤫😉

[@skwerl81]

@@TheBooban right?? That's exactly what I'm wondering

[@inactiveuser555]

repent TODAY, forsake your sinful way of life, and believe in the Gospel. salvation is found only in the LORD JESUS CHRIST alone, Who took upon the sin of the world on that cross, bearing the pain and punishment we deserve(d), that our sins may be atoned for, and He is risen [in glory] for our justification, that we may be made right with GOD, that we may know Him, be adopted by Him and reconciled to Him -- forgiven, set free from the curse of sin and death, and made as new creatures in CHRIST alone.

[@GARYHYPERAMPED]

Suggestion: Windex is ammonia and water (scented with blue coloring - to make it worth $5.99). Save $$ by making your own. When wet most adhesives no longer stick (try wetting a piece of scotch tape). The key here is to spray a liquid (a little soap with water works fine), align the paper, squeegee out as much liquid as you can and use a blow dryer on warm to evaporate the remaining liquid.

[@LAHenna]

Gary Schummer thanks

[@Rosemont1021]

This is the way to go. I've applied thousands of stickers to my product at work and they have to be perfectly centered. Water and a little dish soap in a spray bottle is a trick of the trade.

[@barbarapisarski4144]

Thank you for that tip, I can not handle the smell of Windex or anything like it. I thought water alone would be a good idea.

[@bonitabromeliads]

i think the point is that most people already have windex laying around.

[@forliberty1805]

@@bonitabromeliads Only people who don't care about toxic products. I certainly don't buy that garbage.

[@TheAlharris13]

I was a visual merchandiser for years, and Windex and a squigee were always key, that's how those huge "30% OFF" signs in the windows look like they were painted on.

[@superholly]

😮

[@itsmarzentines]

GONNA MARBLE ALL THE THINGS

[@superholly]

+Megan French 😂 🙌🏼🙌🏼🙌🏼

[@Kaylalabama]

Me too!

[@MsMiniDope]

Haha

[@_catulus]

Like Midas but turning stuff to Marble instead of Gold.

[@kathyleslie1903]

God bless you! Just used your genius technique to lay marble shelf paper on actual shelves and drawers--usually a nightmare of bending and kneeling and working around four vertical walls around each surface, but the Windex (I used Target Method glass cleaner) and squeegee made it SO much easier. Thank you!

[@jashelps]

The texture is repeating so you can look for the point where it repeats and align the paper in a way that the seem is not visible.

[@barbarapisarski4144]

I think you mean the pattern, not texture, but yes, you are right.

[@jashelps]

@@barbarapisarski4144 Calling it a tileable texture is also correct. It has many different names like seamless texture, tileable texture, pattern,... Usually these things are called textures as they are simulating a real life material and trying to recreate the look and texture of said material. Patterns are more in terms of vector art and simplified tileable things.

[@barbarapisarski4144]

@@jashelps gotcha! Being a seamstress it drive me nuts when some one calls fabric material. lol. Thanks for the 411 on the artistic terms.

[@SoullessMermaidGames]

MAKE SURE AMMONIA CAN BE USED ON YOUR SURFACE BEFOREHAND. If you're doing this on countertop like porcelain, wood, etc make sure Ammonia is safe because original windex is ammonia. You don't want to peel this off later only to have a super discolored and ruined counter that you now have to replace or refinish anyways (especially if you are a renter).

[@inactiveuser555]

repent TODAY, forsake your sinful way of life, and believe in the Gospel. salvation is found only in the LORD JESUS CHRIST alone, Who took upon the sin of the world on that cross, bearing the pain and punishment we deserve(d), that our sins may be atoned for, and He is risen [in glory] for our justification, that we may be made right with GOD, that we may know Him, be adopted by Him and reconciled to Him -- forgiven, set free from the curse of sin and death, and made as new creatures in CHRIST alone.

[@PacoOtis]

Thanks for the video! Well done! We appreciate your narrating instead of, as many others do, playing intrusive music! Best of luck!

[@superholly]

+Joseph Stokes awww thanks, Joseph!

[@msmisty0711]

Funny thing is years ago I had a bedroom suit that was just like that and I've used that marble paper. Definitely did not come out like yours needless to say the project was stopped but now I'm coming back. That was AMAZING, HOLLY..FANTABULOUS

[@michaelfrudakis1873]

I really thought this was gonna turn out great; the video looks easy and the theory behind seems rational. In practice, however, the Windex created as many problems as it solved. While Windex does give you a little more movement once you initially put the contact paper on, the trade-off is that the paper loses some of its overall adhesiveness-even after ensuring that it is squeegeed out the side. This led to bubbles popping up later on, especially on the sides. My tabletop actually turned out decently in the end, but the sides were another story. Perhaps there wasn't enough surface area for it to work.

[@maryhaynes9493]

Yeah, wondered how it would stick after you wet it.. I don't think it will work for me! Sticky isn't meant to get wet, makes no sense!

[@juliecarlee5154]

This!! All of this!!! Liquid to stick sticky paper ? 🤔 😅

[@christinamahoney2200]

Ok! So I was skeptical that this would work for doing my kitchen counter tops since it needed to be waterproof. It’s one thing if the edges of a office desk don’t stick the best but a kitchen is different. I was already one small section into my project when I found this video. My 1st second was good but still had bubbles and I’m very meticulous! So I googled- “how to apply contact paper”. I had already watched all the other faux marble installs. BUT this time this video popped up. After watching, I stopped what I was doing and ran to the store for a squeegee and windex. Come home and went for it! Super easy! BUT I the adhesive was not so sticky even after all the windex was out. I was worried!! I got out the hair dryer for the final setting (normal final step when using this material- especially with edges). It finished drying the windex out and then everything stuck! It was AMAZING! I continued with the rest of the counters and I ended up with BEAUTIFUL, BUBBLE FREE kitchen counters!!! The hair dryer is also good for getting flaws in the contact paper- like wrinkles! Poof! They are gone with some heat! Tools I used: pencil xacto knife, putty knife, hair dryer, squeegee, windex, and long ruler for straight cuts.

[@christinamahoney2200]

Wish I could add a photo!

[@donnettethayer4956]

Thanks, this comment answers the exact question I had in my mind.

[@_Majoras]

@@donnettethayer4956 you're an indie legend :D

[@susanmei9980]

After three years is it still holding up?

[@LifeSculptedWell]

Best video for contact paper DIY.. My first attempt at this and you saved me!! Thank you!

[@ninjarabbitx2-2515]

Man! Wish I saw this before starting my table project.

[@ThePinkpetals]

Holly, thank you for your super fast, super informative get-to-the-project video! Because of your video, I will now go back to Walmart and purchase more contact paper because I only purchased one roll LOL! I am repurposing my old woodgrain, octagon top, pedestal table into an office desk! And that Windex tip-- outstanding!

[@gailferraiolo1476]

I did my kitchen countertops came out so pretty. Them used a gray stone for my dining table and out dated tv oak tables so pretty. Oh and the rest i used on my nightstand top what a huge difference; the backsplash behind the stove did in a texture aluminum

[@KristiBee]

I am so glad you posted this video! I just wish I had seen it before my contact paper bubbles galore kitchen countertop disaster, where I had to return 4 unused rolls because I thought there was no hope for my orange laminate! 😣Maybe I'll try again! 😜

[@rickbarg3980]

One of the best diy I've seen yet, the wet method is the only way to install, I'm an auto Detailer and I always use Rapidtac on installing graphics on cars and trucks.

[@TRADERSFRIEND]

Soap and water works well too, thanks

[@therealdaneidan]

Seeing this after purchasing windex

[@TRADERSFRIEND]

@@therealdaneidan I hope it works great for you (^_^)

[@TheAlyssaLea]

Stumbled upon your video for looking at how to apply contact paper, and I love you vibe and energy!!! So thankful for the tips, love it. Even with the sideways contact paper, it looked flawless after it was pushed all the way down.

[@cvf253]

I agree!! 👍🏻 🙆🏻‍♀️

[@funyogi516]

Alternatively to windex you can use a hint of soap with water in a spray bottle which is less likely to mess with the adhesive. Also, when going around 90 degree corners you can lightly heat the paper with a blow dryer to work with it better and form a crisp edge

[@Lindsea2]

@superholly Does the contact paper get damaged when you write on it? Not on the actual contact paper but when you are writing on a sheet of paper on your desk?

[@LeighZV]

OMG! the Windex is genius! I initially tried without and was going crazy with wrinkles. Then I used the Windex and it was easy! Thank you!!!!

[@jewelliannew6172]

The easiest and best way to cover a counter. Thank you, I have to redo mine and I'm following your steps, I'm sure it'll come out great.

[@AnnaM157]

*pause* "that's pretty much it" 😂😂❤️❤️❤️ you're the best

[@agentlier6974]

Just mix regular liquid soap of any kind with water and use it.

[@stephaniebastiaans7383]

What is the surface like? Have you noticed writing on it being affected? I’m worried about doing this on my art desk, I need a hard sturdy surface and don’t know if the contact paper will be too soft? Any feedback on that?

[@juliebz2038]

Finally, a video that does it right this looks NICE! Thanks

[@lucy_180]

That makes a huge difference!! Your desk looks great! Thank you for sharing.

[@deeterr1227]

how does the contact paper stay sticky after all that windex?..Im a bit skeptical about using windex..not understanding how the paper remains sticky? :/

[@mibel1025]

I will just try a little piece first! 👍🏼

[@KodakByabee]

With wall paper you’re meant to paint the wall with a pigmented sealer and then when you applied your glued paper it allows you to slide it into place so I think this makes sense. Lol

[@jerredcebula1412]

It just works, that’s how most sticky things are applied. I do it with the clear film on cars all the time

[@EZFAUXDECORLLC1]

I found one that I found that is 36" wide Ez Faux Decor on Amazon. Looks awsome!!!

[@brithegoddess]

Bombest contact paper application I've seen thus far 💣💥

[@mermaiddiyartist8119]

I bought some on amazon! Can’t wait! I’ll use rubbing alcohol in a spray bottle to clean prep. Also takes away any gloss. Great job. How’s the paper holding up.

[@shaunatate]

So did it work? Wanna try it but worried it won't stick.

[@kayedeedid]

I've contact papered bathroom walls, kitchen walls, mailboxes, cabinet doors, the bathroom window in the shower has white contact paper on it since the bathroom window actually looks out onto the back porch that had been added on after the house was built. It takes patience, but it can be done. Gotta make sure it's dry, dry, dry and grease free, too.

[@stephanieibarra5992]

i love it! i just ordered mine! since i have a fairly huge kitchen i ordered 7 praying thats enough. husband and i been lookin non stop $3grand+ to change our countertops, $150 is soooooooo much more affordable!!

[@Loafie8]

Thanks for the video! Did you overlapped the paper on top of each other?

[@chey-roze]

I did the windex trick and now the corners won’t stick under neath 🙄🙄 I’m about to give up on contact paper, I don’t understand why everyone says it’s sooo easy.

[@patriciashanks5870]

@@justhereforthe_comments8994 I've used contact paper for years. Small and large areas. I think it's easy. I've never used Windex with it. What's hard for some, is easy for others. And I'm not a trained decorator. Just a hobby decorator for over 40 years.

[@patriciashanks5870]

@@justhereforthe_comments8994 I said, what might be hard for some people, is easy for others. It happens to be easy for me. What is your point? It's not something I have to lie about, just making a comment.

[@teresahaven9222]

Use a spot of hot glue on the edge. Push down and rub out the lump as much as possible. And DON'T let the glue get too hot! Better a small lump than the entire project coming undone. I used hit glue when I needed a very small piece. Rather than cut a small piece I tried a piece the kids had been playing with. Worked great

[@nami7_7_72]

What about some of the spray glue you use for vinyl flooring tiles?

[@alexpurcell3737]

Use a heat gun or blow dryer, it helps shape and reactivate the adhesive as well as aids in drying out the water!

[@bylisabernardi]

I just used this method and it was like magic!

[@Gen-vf2lp]

Would the contact paper stick after wetting it with windex? Do you unroll a little bit and apply the sticky part after spraying the windex.

[@Kellykittymom]

Great top thanks!!!!! I just moved into an old condo that had those old, ugly almond counter tops, so I definitely planned on doing this! 👍

[@AnnaM157]

Love thisss 😍😍 I always think of you when I see anything marble

[@tmorgan8556]

Not to sound stupid but how is the Windex gonna dry? Won't you have mold underneath?

[@kalikagraesser966]

Thank you so much. I must have seen that same review because I already did this hack once before but couldn't remember how I did it. I looked on youtube and you had the only video, so thank you so much for posting it. It was so much easier finding this video than even remembering I must have seen it in a review. Going for it again on a different wall. 🤞

[@trroop17forever]

Brilliant! I'm applying under my sink. Painted with a gloss paint, so I should get good adhesion! 😁👍

[@FreezingFroggie]

I was looking to do the same, but with white vinyl instead over my wood desk.

[@nathy0308]

I've been figuring out how to do this and watching a ton of videos, clicked on this one and I was like "Omg! It's Super Holly!" Lol

[@jacksontheweim]

Oh my gosh!! that is going to help so much for my next project. My last one I wasted so much paper with mistakes. Thanks.

[@stevebeyer1881]

just see this..got a question..is there something in windex that helps make it stick??..or can u use like spray bottle of soapy water like you use on window tinting??

[@joecool1984]

Great post! I checked product at Amz, a little spendy, kept searching and found this; Duck brand peel and stick laminate rolls. Comes in marble and many more, has dots/lines and ruler printed on back according to reviews, has quite a few positive product reviews and width/length options of 12"x26'. 18'x24' and 20"x15' and found the 20"x15' white marble on Amz for $6 per roll vs. your 24"x7' for $20. Now to decide on color etc. and I'll try to come back and follow up with a post after using it!

[@maryhaynes9493]

Walmart is usually WAY cheaper for the exact rolls of these! Always check both for anything many times Walmart is cheaper!

[@susanhendrix8701]

How does it stick if it's wet with Windex?

[@victoriajones410]

Hi. I'm wondering exactly how the trick works. You don't need to take the sticker part off if you use the windex?

[@superholly]

yes, yes you take the sticker part off! you just apply it on a lightly damp (windexed) surface instead of a dry one, and then squeegee all the moisture out once it's perfectly in place.

[@emmaw4131]

Hey Superholly. I think what is confusing is that I am assuming you unpeel the first bit and put that on the windexy part and then unpeel the rest. In the video you don't say that specifically. Thanks so much for this video - have been searching for a while on how to do this!

[@lisamartin3798]

I didn't see where and when you took off backing. Please explain. I have been watching this for days. Thank you very much

[@jameskid81]

Im thinking the windex works coz its got alcohol in or some other sort of solvent that dissapears into thin air so rubbing alcohol in a spray bottle could possibly work tho i havent tried it

[@nktfiesty05]

This video was LIT! Thanks girl!

[@angeldork]

I just did a project using contact paper and man where was this video when I was doing it. I got bubbles, wrinkled paper etc. Luckily tho they’re basically covered by being in the back of the furniture or because my paper is that dark you can only see if you’re really looking for it.

[@autismichomelife8796]

On the right side of the comp screen far right, where did u get your paperwork file folder stand organiser thingy... I need one x

[@ruthannalston]

Does it work on wood surfaces as well? I’ve been watching vids about this because my paper is coming today. It’s wood paneling and the paint on top feels kinda chalky

[@lizzmunster3390]

It’s visible because you placed it vertical and not horizontal like the other pieces. Still looks amazing. Good job. I’m going to do this for my daughters desk.

[@mizonazero]

Hi! I'm thinking of doing this with my desk and so far this is the easiest video I found! But in my country we don't have the same brand of window cleaner so I wonder if there is anything special with the windex? And also, doing it dump doesn't it affect the adhesive to some extent? Or make the paper itself hard or something?

[@mizonazero]

Thank u for a nice video anyway! 😊

[@superholly]

+Marian Laine that's the crazy part! The windex doesn't affect the adhesive at all! As long as you squeeze it all out at the end, of course... Make sure you only spray it lightly, you don't want it to be soaking wet. As far as what to use, I'm pretty sure any window cleaner will do. 😊

[@feliciaayers4098]

You can also use just plain soap and water 😊

[@billyhilton]

Thank you. You may have solved my nightmare. Just ordered more contact paper to redo part of my counter.

[@ljcole12]

Do you mind sharing where you found that desk chair??

[@janierlarcheveaux3057]

Do you butt the edges together or do you overlap them?

[@cali415ification]

Janier Larcheveaux you don’t want to overlap contact paper.

[@justhereforthe_comments8994]

Yes match, overlap, then cut, creates perfect seam.

[@shaunatate]

@@justhereforthe_comments8994 thanks. Gonna do bathroom sink top. Trying to figure out how to deal with seams and tricky curves around the sink.

[@deneshamoore535]

@@shaunatate have you tried it yet?

[@LacyG]

Can I ask how this held up?

[@matthewcetorelli8451]

You COULD but the only reply it will get is from me...

[@kuckian]

Omg YESSSSS!!!!

[@kuckian]

i NEEEED to do this!

[@kuckian]

Sorry but I am LIVING for this tutorial. I'm doing to do it all around my house

[@superholly]

+John Kuckian yay!!!!! So excited! And never, EVER be sorry! 😂😉 I wanna see pix!

[@itsmarzentines]

SAME JOHN SAME I have gorgeous bedroom furniture but its sage green and pine. I'm thinking white with marble tops and silver hardware!!! love ya, btw

[@Ramdileo_sys]

@@superholly ohhhh marble??.... no wood grain.. @LGR would not approve :-D ..

[@barbaraherrera3984]

Thank you for sharing this lil bit of info, since I plan on doing the same with my kitchen counters... contact marble paper.. 💕

[@SerenaPla365]

Thank you for posting this. It looks so great

[@nenahernandez701]

Fabulosa idea!! Lo vas hacer en español?

[@superholly]

Si!!! Pero sale hasta mañana... Besos y qué bueno que te gustó 😉

[@jenniferlee652]

Tabletop and your nails 💅🏻 are fabulous too!

[@SiilviaScaar]

se ve super bonito Holly excelente video!

[@derendacragg409]

BRILLIANT! ABSOLUTELY BRILLIANT!!

[@Dreamweaver777]

GREAT job! Thanks for the video...you got me wanting to cover every surface in my house now. lol

[@lpr7694]

how much windex do you recommend spraying on top? I'm afraid that it WON'T stick if I've got too much on

[@pjdanitatrends7091]

Wow gorgeous transformation

[@Dawns_Creative_Carousel]

I found a roll at Walmart that is 20”wide and 15’ long for $7 I got marble but they had so many kinds it was in the kitchen area ❤

[@beereal924]

Thank so much, great video,great editing,love this tip..

[@KristiBee]

And P.S. this tutorial is really good! Ty for the close ups and all of the helpful tips!!

[@dove111]

Gorgeous Holly! Thank you 👍

[@robinlambert934]

Ty Ty . so you remove Windex before putting adhesive side on counter??

[@HH-yz7vx]

What if u don't have a squeegee? What could u use instead?

[@jwl2469]

COOL! It looks great!

[@codcoffee1500]

Massive help! thank you!

[@kathyball1973]

Gonna try this on my shelves! Thanks for the tips!

[@leeannpaman1240]

Thank you for getting right to the point and for the windex tip.

[@jenniferjones1309]

im in the uk whats windex

[@heatherwhiteley3556]

jennifer jones it's a glass cleaner.

[@sheilafoley6276]

THE UK IS NOT A STATE. IT IS IN EUROPE.

[@justhereforthe_comments8994]

It’s just window cleaner

[@jameskid81]

we have it in the UK anyway

[@mommygarcia9137]

Why do you need to spray with windex ???? Is it not peel & stick ????? Looks gorgeous !!!!!

[@garleeblock9390]

Yes, it is peel and stick. The surface is sprayed with a fine sheen of Windex (or even mildly soapy water) before you apply your contact. You peel the backing paper off your contact a bit at a time, and apply it like you usually would- however the fine sheen of fluid on the surface area prevents the contact from immediately sticking- and allows you to get out air bubbles, and line the contact paper up straight (this method gives you the benefit of being able to move your contact around, to make sure you've got it just right).

[@aliciaduran815]

Is contact paper permanent? I live in a furnished apartment so my desk isn’t technically my property so is it as easy to remove as it is to apply?

[@nikkiross8872]

Alicia Duran I've just removed really old contact paper from my pantry shelves. I used a hair dryer to warm it slightly then it just peeled off.

[@zulmalopez3930]

Hi there , I'm new to your channel, the desk turned out great , thank you for sharing. Blessings

[@Wannabe-rockstar-fan]

Good video quick into the point and you're cute so it's easy to watch I've been procrastinating on my projects because the first section I did it was so sticky so now I'm going to try it for realsies like very soon maybe tonight.

[@jessicanguyen6283]

Could you do this for a bathroom or kitchen sink? I'm wondering if it gets wet will it ruin it? Also, is it hard to take it off? I'm renting an apartment and I'm wondering if this is a good temporary design to use? Xoxo

[@superholly]

I'd say absolutely! The most important thing will be being very precise with your cuts. And yes, you can totally remove it when your lease is up 😉

[@ChawnHeart]

Question will this come off once you want to remove it

[@mandyinseattle]

Good execution!! Thanks :)

[@4evercurliegurlie]

Thanks for this video!! I am going to go try this out now on my daughter's dresser and book shelf! :)

[@Mstanahinck]

How do U wrap canisters?😊

[@cyndy152000]

looks like its real marble 👍 love it

[@jeanettekniebusch9532]

Yes its called book marking just learned

[@sk8victorious]

Does anyone know if this marble contact paper is removable? I am thinking about doing this to my desk in an apartment I'm renting that came furnished, but I have to be able to take it off when my lease is up!

[@savoringsierra1749]

Yes it is!

[@teresahaven9222]

I have some marble contact paper that I needed to remove. It didn't come off in 1 piece but not itty bitty pieces by far. Left no sticky residue but if it had I'm sure rubbing alcohol would have removed it. Or oil. Contact paper won't stick to an oily surface

[@dianeg2687]

It helps to remove out by warming with a hair dryer as you go. You might need oil to remove any sticky residue after but it does come off. Go slow on wood surfaces so you don't take the finish off. I rent and have contact papered my closet door that had holes in it and my back splash and a desk. Gonna do my table.

[@Geneattenborough]

I’m confused ... the contact paper i bought has an adhesive well this work for that?

[@mpowell3250]

love this video...so useful and a great idea!

[@Ken15643]

Stunning, and thank you. I'm going to use this tip..

[@danielchrisronan2281]

This is the exact same method for tinting your windows too! 🤓