HOW TO APPLY DC FIX CONTACT PAPER | BUDGET KITCHEN MAKEOVER | PEEL AND STICK COUNTERTOP
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- čas přidán 12. 01. 2022
- Here's a quick step by step tutorial on how to apply D-C-Fix to a countertop. Peel and stick adhesives are a great budget friendly way to give your worktops a makeover.
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Am I the only one that liked the counters better without the paper?
That was my exact thought at the end. 😆
My view also. That paper will mark easily and over time will shrink The whole thing will start to look messy.
I have applied wallpaper to my counter top. Just to clean them easily.
@@mysticmeg111 yes, I can't see how it would be durable
You’re not alone. I thought the same.
Her Irish accent is soooooo soothing!
And then your husband cuts a sandwich on the counter top and cuts the contact and wrecks it. Or you pull something out of the oven and put it on the counter and melts the contact. Best is to use the existing counter and work with what you've got, eg: sand and polish the counter, or apply a clear sealant paint to the counter rather then covering it up.
I don't think I've ever in my life put anything hot directly onto the countertop. I always use a pot mat underneath pots and baking trays and whatever else is hot.
I also don't think I've ever cut directly on my countertop. That's what cutting boards are for, to protect the top.
Honestly, as long as you are mindful of what you are doing the contact paper is going to remain perfectly intact.
@@srn4004. - Yeah but that's you, not everyone is perfect and mindful like you are.
People have kids, kids don't listen, people forget to use a cutting boards or heat protection, we've all done it by accident (apart from you).
@@thar34 How do you forget to use a cutting board? If you grab a knife, you grab a cutting board. Simple as that. Why would I want to cut on my countertop? It's way simpler to just grab the cutting board and put it in the dishwasher afterwards (or just put it next to the sink for washing dishes), no need to clean your countertop.
And using a pot mat for hot stuff is literally just common sense. You should never put something hot directly onto any surface, if you forget you probably shouldn't handle hot things. I mean, you also don't forget a heat resistant glove when taking stuff out of the oven, do you?
And if your children can't remember to use proper utensils when cooking, they probably should have access to those things to begin with.
@@srn4004. - Because of everyday life, stress, things on your mind, in a rush, ect.
But like I said agin, not everyone is as perfect as you. People do forget, people do have things on their mind while chopping/cutting food or while taking out hot food from the microwave or oven. We've all forgotten at some point in our lives, just some people forget more then others as while getting/ preparing food is not the only thing we all might have to do. And even if we do remember, the next person living in the household might not be so mindful as we are.
@@srn4004. I don't have a cutting board lmao. I put hot shit on the counter all the time, because not everyone focuses 100% on the counter all the time. I'm just focused on setting that shit down.
I love white countertops aesthetically. But omg. My apartment has contact paper on the counters and it's the most ugly thing ever, and it's bubbled and cracked on all the seams, especially where there is water.
I sealed the seams. Time will tell. I’ll update again ☺️
I was thinking that. I mean if there is someone that doesn't use their kitchen. Good idea and hack. But for the common folk that have to use it. I could see it peeling and getting ugly like u mentioned.
They have waterproof removable stuff pretty cheap on Amazon. And just grab a few chopping boards. I’m getting the elevated chopping boards because our bench is kinda short.
@@homediydiary2468 how is it a year later? Please update because I am trying to do up my kitchen and I’d love to know how this paper is.
@@homediydiary2468please tell how its now.. pls update
As someone in the sign business I’d use Avery vinyl with an application spray. The felt squeegee are a lot more forgiving to a novice. Less chance of a rip if your a bit heavy handed.
is that a renter friendly option? like is that something you could remove later on without any damage?
Why adding contact paper? You just ruin the beauty of your granite countertop! I know you can remove it but covering the granite is like murdering.
That is obviously not real granite. And while I don't love the new pattern they chose it does still look a lot better than before.
It’s chipboard LOL
Looked better before
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@@homediydiary2468 good on them for seeing granite 😂😂 that’s the cheapest and most used in rental here in the U.K. I hate it so much
Hey if a paper surface is durable enough for you then ok. Buts its a huge no for me. Spend the money on quartz, it will increase your property value in the longrun anyway.
Not everyone has $7k to spend on a quartz ctop…
@@MissJChizz
This material won’t last.
Laminate will last as long as quartz and it is cheaper than quartz.
So you are never going to use your counter s ?
Preferred the top b4
I used this on ours a wood effect and its brilliant
I've seen so many people do this wrong, you have to spray the surface with water before applying, the glue is water based, you will be able to control the vinyl much easier, and allow you to glide the bubbles out, any bubbles left use a pin and squeeze the water out.
Thanks for the idea. My kitchen is so dark that drives me know and lower my mood.
Antes de pegarlo puedes cubrir la mesa con agua y jabón eso te hara mucho mas dacil el trabajo, saludos.
It’s a nice concept, but it made the countertop ghetto..
Thank you for the tips!! Very helpful!
Glad it was helpful :)
@@homediydiary2468 thank you!
So the first time you slice something and your knife slips its ruined.
Looks absolutely 💯 👌 👍 😍 amazing 👏
The contact paper reminds me of what you find in doctors offices from the 80s. I like retro
How to ruin your countertop for 20 dollars
Exactly why would you cover the granite 👎
@@christinepitlover66 because its not granite its chipboard
@@ToffeeCrunch contact paper is not very durable for a countertop. They actually make custom overlays for countertops if you don't want to go through a whole reno, my parents had that done and it looks great and its durable
Just don't
The point is I DID 😉
@@homediydiary2468 🙂 well hope it works out for you.
I'm sorry to say that I actually preferred your original counters and it's more durable. I wish you good luck with this.
Good for you 👍 to do that. Keep up the good work!!
My 73 year old home had floor tiles for counters so I removed them and put new floor tiles on. We have completely remodeled and now have real countertops.
Would never do this.
Very neat!!! I’m doing mine next week I’ll follow your tips 🔥🔥
Can I use the hair dryer trick around a curbed 90' corner?
Love it Shauna, I actually can't believe the hate.
Thanks Nichola 😘😘😘
Because it looks like fucking shit
Looks good just for selling your home, and thats about it
Anyone who cooks regularly ever try this? This seems like it doesn't work for high use counters?
No I wouldn't do this on my work tops I have seen people who have and after a while its nasty and cheap looking
Lovely the question is how durable is it against the scratches and heat?
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This tasks 2 people, measure and cut paper, 1 person hold paper, other pulls off backing. Spray paper with water down window cleaner. You can slide paper into place. Squegy out liquid. Trim paper. All done. YES, IT WILL STICK.
Why?
Thank you for including what you should NOT do, very helpful tips 🙌
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is she really covering a granite counter top with contact paper? contact paper holds all the germs and will be sliced within a week.
it’s not granite and you shouldn’t be cutting stuff on a countertop unless you’ve got a cutting board
@@Aj-sn1dp depending on your countertop material you can cut directly on it. Most people keep their counters continuously clean to be able to not use cutting boards. It is actually better though you need to have marble, granite, or quartz counters to do it.
@@serpentsnest3490 Still wouldn’t do it but yeah i guess
@@Aj-sn1dp that's completely fine. I use cutting boards often even though my house has granite countertops. Which if i remember correctly the reason people are okay with those 3 is not only that they are scratch and damage proof but also antimicrobial and antibacterial.
Thank you!!
Nicely done ✔️
I think it looks nice but wondering about durability.
8 to 12 months
Nice 👌 work
How do you apply it over a counter top with a sink?
Hi! My existing counter already has caulking around it, so I'm worried that if I put another layer of caulking around it and then come time to remove it, will it remove the previous caulking from underneath it? Thanks!
Is the paper cut proof though?
Bad idea.
Beautifull
“If your walls aren’t straight.” Tell me where a wall is straight!!! It is never
At my parents
Please share where you got the contact paper. It seems wider than usual and that is what I need.
It's DC Fix 67.5cm wide
@@homediydiary2468 Thank you. I heard you say it in the video but didn't understand that was the actual name of it. I thought it was just the adhesive you were referring to.
scissors. Have an adorable voice.
Very nice
Tis some bak n the days.😮
Looks trakty good
Does it melt with hot ppts
Does this reduce the amount of noise when putting or slamming down items hard on the counter? Our kitchen is very noisy and the trail sound travels far due to no soundproofing in the home that we bought last year.
Thank
What are the measurments of your roll? its huge!
Awesome job
Thank you :)
I really thought that was granite you were covering omg 😅
Amazing. I’m moving soon and don’t like the countertops in the new house, so planned to do this. So handy to see how easy it will be to do. Thank you!
You might want to call q company that makes an overlay for your countertops. Its less expensive than replacing but much more durable and looks great.
Does removing the contact paper cause any damage?
Do you have anymore videos I just found u on Instagram and I thought u would have more video on here. Will you be posting more?
Yes that’s the plan, working on it :)
Can anyone tell me how to do this for cabinets with handles?
looks nice
can you please put the details and can it be wet
المنظر جميل لكن هل الورق مقاوم للماء ؟
Hi what is the name of the tool you have in hand to remove bubbles?
If it’s your house would be a lot better to get dyi Epoxy countertop covering. Not that expensive, lots of videos on CZcams, and it’s beautiful.
Is there a link somewhere to buy this??
Ой, очень тяжело клеить, такую плёнку!!!
😮
Where do I get this stuff please and thank you 😊
Won't last
Wish I saw yours before I started.
Hi where did you buy contact paper ?
this is going to last like, a week, lmao
7 months, so far so good
It seems to me that contact paper isn't going to be very durable on a countertop. It can rip and idk what would happen with heat on it. But I would never put contact paper on a countertop
Where did you buy the contact paper
Id rather use resin that will last for ever and will look better
👌🏿👌🏿👌🏿👍🏾👍🏾👍🏾👍🏾❤❤❤❤
How is it looking right now?
Do u have a link to this paper please?
Hiw much was thst roll and where did u get it
It's DC Fix, cost less than €50, available in lot's of Hardware stores
Let’s see the 2 year update
Can we remove it easily?
What size roll did u get
I’m sorry… did you just put contact paper on granite!!!! 🤮🤦🏻♀️
Nope it's chipboard
Can you remove it if you want it anymore
Y won’t mine stay on been 2 days it coming up
bullcrap she made it look easy however I did have to go around a sink and I wasted about 4 ft before I got it 2 look decent but I haven't used the hair dryer yet that's that's great idea
Contact paper on countertops is quite possibly the dumbest idea and the biggest waste of time and money. You cannot use your countertops like a fully functioning kitchen without damaging this contact paper and having it looked really tacky after about a week. Go ahead and budget to get your countertops either replaced or refinished with laminate sheets - it's not as expensive as you think and you can be confident using your countertops for years. Or try the new, thick vinyl rolls. CONTACT PAPER IS FOR THE INSIDE OF CABINETS AND DRAWERS!!!
Why u so mad
Link??...
good from far, far from good.. No close-ups of the result I see
Yeah go ahead and set a really hot plate down on that watch what happens
Try spraying adhesive side with water with a drop of dish soap and then place on your surface (way easier to adjust without lifting up and possibly stretching) then squeegy the water out and voila perfectly applied! You're welcome 😊
That seems like terrrible advice
Would that then go mouldy underneath? Also the residue when taking this off would be a nightmareto clean. I don't understand why people that use this method don't just spend the extra money and replace the tops.
Or you could just go to noyeks and buy a new counter top cost around 140 euros
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Why would enyone do this?She ha such a nice table
Why. Just why. The counters looked better contrasting the walls before
Pog mo thoin
My husband told me don't do that to our counters.
Gross a paper counter. Like living at the junk yard