How to glue furniture self-adhesive film.

The person is designed so that he needs to periodically update the situation. If finances allow, this can be done through the purchase of new furniture. But if the family budget does not allow such spending, then simply update the facade of the old headset with self-adhesive film.

With its help, you can give the furniture a new look and eliminate the defects that appear during its operation.

Recently the self-adhesive film intended for various furniture becomes more and more popular.

How to choose a film for furniture

To give the 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 PVC coatings.

Each potential buyer can count on a variety of textures and colors.

It can be noted strength and durability, maximum safety in use, a variety of design options.

In addition to the material that forms the basis of the film for furniture, you need to pay attention to the presence of a protective layer. In the kitchen, this layer is important for protection against high temperatures and high humidity. If self-adhesive film is used for pasting children's wardrobes and the table, then here the protective layer plays an important role.

It will help protect the furniture from the careless handling of the child.

If direct sunlight falls on the headset, then glue it over the lining with a layer that protects against UV light. Today you can buy transparent models with this layer.

He, not hiding the facades, protect them from fading.

The presence of a protective layer adds additional cost to this material. But, it is impossible without it. If you are going to use the lining in the bathroom, then be sure to ensure that it has a high degree of moisture resistance.

The coating can be matte or glossy, imitate various materials.

Pasting of the objects which are located near heaters, a stove and other similar devices, make by means of a self-adhesive film on the basis of thermally steady polymer.

The modern assortment has an amazing variety, so you will definitely find a suitable option for yourself.

The decorative layer can be made under stone, ceramics, fabric and wood. Furniture suitable "wooden" cladding or marbled material. Recently popular wallpaper.

Especially if they are used for pasting wardrobes.

In addition to furniture, old doors, glass and even walls are suitable for processing such material. Surfaces glued in this way can be easily cleaned.

Even non-moisture-proof material easily tolerates short-term contact with a wet sponge.

How to glue furniture self-adhesive film

One of the advantages of this material is the ability to work with it independently. No need to look for specialists and pay for the service. You yourself can easily cope with this task.

You can successfully use self-adhesive film to protect the table, window sill in any room, worktop and furniture in the kitchen.

The most important stage in the processing of facades is the preliminary preparation of the surface.

1. It should be inspected for defects, remove dirt, a loose layer of paint or varnish, protruding pieces of glue, etc. Use sandpaper.
   
   

   It is necessary to clean the base from dust, dirt and irregularities.

2. After processing the surface can be primed and wait until it dries.
   
   

   Rough and porous surface should be primed before gluing the film.

3. Some masters advise to pre-cover the area of ​​lacquering. But if you choose high-quality self-adhesive film in this is not necessary.
   
   

   In the ideal case, the surface should be wood and varnished.

After cleaning the surface from contamination, it must be degreased. Thanks to this procedure, it is possible to avoid wrinkles during pasting.

As a means for degreasing the surface, any detergent or alkaline solution is used.

After preparing the surface, proceed to cutting the material. Sheets need to cut with a margin. So they are easier to stick to the surface. If you need to take into account the pattern, then a margin of 2-3 cm is required. Without it, it is impossible to precisely adjust the picture. Excess pieces are neatly cut off after pasting furniture.

For the convenience of cutting material on its back side, manufacturers print a centimeter scale (grid).

Stick self-adhesive film is not difficult.

1. It is necessary to take the piece cut off from the roll and separate the paper from its top. The paper should not be completely separated, but by 5 - 7 cm.
   
   

   Try to evenly pull the paper.

2. Stick the sheet to the surface with the adhesive side and smooth out the contact area.
   
   

   Smooth the film carefully, it should lie down well and any defects should not be allowed.

3. Now slowly pull the paper down. Remove it completely. The film will adhere itself evenly and gently to the surface.
   
   

   To eliminate the appearance of air bubbles between the surface of the furniture and the material, it is necessary in the process of gluing it to be smoothed by hand.

If we did not succeed in eliminating the bubbles, they are easily removed by piercing the lining with a thin needle. After gluing, the puncture site will not be visible.

The nuances that can appear when using a self-adhesive film

Pasting smooth surfaces will not cause problems for those who first encounter such work. Difficulty may occur when pasting corners. And here you can use the trick.

To make the corners of the sheets easier to bend, you need to take an ordinary hand dryer and heat the material with it.

It also causes difficulty for a person who first encounters a self-adhesive film, drawing up sheets of material. In order not to form 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 stock along the entire length. And on it, using a sharp knife, make an incision.

Unnecessary strip removed. The joint will be perfect.

When working with this material is important lighting. If it is not enough, then it is easy not to notice small flaws. They will be visible on the general background or in bright light.

With the help of the film, you can create unique interior and decorative solutions.

If you purchased a self-adhesive film that adheres too quickly to the surface and is difficult to work with, use powder or talcum powder.

Sprinkle the surface with powder over the entire area and you will not have difficulty adjusting the sheets.

How to remove the self-adhesive film from the furniture

Sometimes it becomes a problem to remove old cladding from furniture. If the material quality, then remove it will not be difficult. But, if you are unlucky, and it is removed very difficult, then heat the surface. Use all the same hair dryer.

Warm the material with it, and it will be removed without any special difficulties.

Adhesive tape — This is an inexpensive modern material that will help to update the look of the furniture and protect it from moisture and ultraviolet radiation. It is not difficult to stick. The main thing to do everything carefully and follow the tips described in this article.

Now you know how to ennoble, protect furniture and various surfaces with self-adhesive film.

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