I'm renting a house with old wardrobes and worn cabinets that I want to re-decorate. I have an idea that a solution is to find an adhesive, peelable, opague, decorative film or laminate that I can paste over the existing surfaces which I can remove without damaging the original surfaces when I eventually move out. And so I don't get hassled by the landlords.
Does anyone know of such a product? Or does anyone have another solution for me? Thanks.
2006-09-02 09:03:37 · 3 answers · asked by Anonymous in Home & Garden ➔ Do It Yourself (DIY)
I'm renting a house with old wardrobes and worn cabinets that I want to re-decorate. I have an idea that a solution is to find an adhesive, peelable, opague, decorative film or special laminate that I can paste over the existing surfaces which I can remove without damaging the original surfaces when I eventually move out.
The landlords are not open to any suggestion of permanently remodelling their fittings.
Does anyone know of such a product that is not the usual laminate in the market? Or does anyone have another solution for me? Thanks.
2006-09-02 19:02:23 · update #1
I would get some 3/16" or 1/4" masonite - you can get it up to 4'x8' sheets - You could put a decortive finish on the masonite - either laminate, paint or even contact paper. This could them be installed over the existing surfaces with Velcro strips or a few very thin finish nails. And then they could be reused as well for your next apartment or made into permanent tops for a cabinet of your own
2006-09-02 11:12:15 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Well, typically anything you "paste" on is going to be permanent, so, my advice is, if you're going to do it, do it right, lol.
Here is a link to Rockler, at their veneer index. You can find everything you need in the way of veneer right here... and check out their finishes too. Ive bought from this company for a number of years, both professionally, and for my own home shop, and Ive never been disappointed.
Have Fun!
2006-09-02 11:27:58 · answer #2 · answered by thewrangler_sw 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Well, typically anything you "paste" on is going to be permanent, so, my advice is, if you're going to do it, do it right, lol.
2006-09-03 01:00:10 · answer #3 · answered by sameer 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋