A person is designed in such a way that he needs to periodically update the environment. If finances allow, then this can be done by buying new furniture. But if the family budget does not allow such expenses, then simply update the facade of the old set with self-adhesive film.
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How to choose a film for furniture
To give furniture an unforgettable look, you need to choose the right self-adhesive decorative film. Modern industry offers various options for this material. From cheap polypropylene and polyethylene models to practical polyvinyl chloride facings.
In addition to the material that forms the basis of the furniture film, you need to pay attention to the presence of a protective layer. In the kitchen, such a layer is important for protection against high temperatures and high humidity. If self-adhesive film is used to cover children's cabinets and tables, then the protective layer plays an important role here too.
If the set is exposed to direct sunlight, cover it with a covering that has a layer that protects against ultraviolet radiation. Today, you can buy transparent models with such a layer.
The presence of a protective layer adds additional cost to this material. But, you can’t do without it. If you are going to use the lining in the bathroom, then be sure to make sure that it has a high degree of moisture resistance.
The pasting of objects located near heaters, kitchen stoves and other similar devices is done using self-adhesive film based on a heat-resistant polymer.
The decorative layer can be made to look like stone, ceramics, fabric, and wood. For furniture, "wooden" facings or marble-like material are suitable. Photo wallpapers have become popular recently.
In addition to furniture, old doors, glass and even walls are suitable for processing with this material. Surfaces covered in this way can be easily washed.
How to cover furniture with self-adhesive film
One of the advantages of this material is the ability to work with it yourself. No need to look for specialists and pay for the service. You can easily cope with this task yourself.
The most important stage of facade processing is preliminary surface preparation.
- It needs to be inspected for defects, dirt, poorly adhering paint or varnish layers, protruding pieces of glue, etc. removed. Use sandpaper.
It is necessary to clean the base from dust, dirt and unevenness. - After treatment, the surface can be primed and left to dry.
Rough and porous surfaces must be primed before applying the film. - Some experts recommend covering the area to be pasted with varnish beforehand. But if you choose a high-quality self-adhesive film, there is no need for this.
Ideally, the surface should be wooden and varnished.
After cleaning the surface from dirt, it must be degreased. Thanks to this procedure, it is possible to avoid the appearance of folds during pasting.
After preparing the surface, we proceed to cutting the material. The sheets need to be cut with a margin. This makes it easier to stick them to the surface. If you need to take the pattern into account, then a margin of 2-3 cm is required. Without it, it will not be possible to accurately match the pattern. Excess pieces are carefully cut off after pasting the furniture.
Applying self-adhesive film is not difficult.
- You need to take a piece cut off from the roll and separate the paper from its upper part. The paper should not be separated completely, but by 5 - 7 cm.
Try to pull the paper evenly. - Place the sheet with the sticky side against the surface and smooth out the contact area.
Smooth the film carefully, it should lay down well and no defects should be allowed. - Now slowly pull the paper down. Remove it completely. The film itself will stick evenly and neatly to the surface.
To prevent air bubbles from appearing between the surface of the furniture and the material, you need to smooth it out with your hand during the gluing process.
If bubbles cannot be eliminated, they can be easily removed by puncturing the lining with a thin needle. After gluing, the puncture site will not be visible.
Nuances that may arise when using self-adhesive film
Pasting flat surfaces will not cause problems for those who are faced with such work for the first time. Difficulty may arise when pasting corners. And here you can use a trick.
Another difficulty for a person who encounters self-adhesive film for the first time is putting together sheets of material. To avoid a gap, the sheets need to be glued so that the next sheet overlaps the previous one by 1.5 cm. Then we apply a ruler to the central part of the allowance along the entire length. And along it, using a sharp knife, we make a cut.
When working with this material, lighting is important. If it is not enough, it is easy to miss small flaws. They will become visible against the general background or in bright lighting.
If you have purchased a self-adhesive film that adheres to the surface too quickly and is difficult to work with, use powder or talc.
How to remove self-adhesive film from furniture
Sometimes the problem is removing old upholstery from furniture. If the material is of high quality, then removing it will not be difficult. But if you are unlucky and it is very difficult to remove, then heat the surface. Use the same hair dryer.
Self-adhesive film — This is an inexpensive modern material that will help update the appearance of furniture and protect it from moisture and ultraviolet radiation. It is not difficult to stick. The main thing is to do everything carefully and follow the advice described in this article.
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