Here Are Five Clever Ways To Use Peel And Stick Wallpaper, A Perfect Decor Solution For Renters, College Students, Or Anyone Who Wants A Temporary Makeover

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Peel-and-stick wallpaper is perfect for those who need a temporary makeover. It’s an easy fix for anyone who loves the idea of wallpaper as a statement-making decorative feature but is not ready to commit to actually pasting a pattern or style to the wall.

Since peel-and-stick wallpaper can be removed without causing damage to walls, it’s also great for renters or college students who want to personalize their living space for the short term.

Although peel-and-stick wallpaper typically covers the wall, as its name implies, the product is much more versatile than that. It can pretty much go anywhere in your home, creating a big impact by adding color, texture, and pattern.

To instantly make your rooms feel cozy and interesting, here are some unconventional places to use peel-and-stick wallpaper.

Liners

Drawer liners will prevent your delicate items from getting caught on wood. They’re practical, but they can also be playful.

Line your drawers with peel-and-stick wallpaper so you’ll be met with a beautiful, custom look every time you pull them out to get dressed. It might even make the chore of putting clothes away a bit more pleasant. In addition, it’ll make a guest room feel fancier.

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Add a little pattern to the fronts of drawers and plain cabinet doors, behind the shelves of a bookcase, or on the back of an old medicine cabinet with peel-and-stick wallpaper.

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Introducing a graphic print to a room will give it a quick style boost and a dash of contrast. It is recommended to do this only in areas that don’t get a lot of activity.

Tablescapes

Got leftover scraps of wallpaper from previous projects? Use the material to cover the top of a basic table. It would add a pop of color and detail to a nightstand or a side table in a minimalistic space.

You can also cut the paper up to create a table runner or individual placemats to decorate your dining table. This way, there’s no need to worry about dirtying a tablecloth. Just pull the paper up after guests leave, and everything will be delightfully mess-free.

Ceilings

Ceilings are often overlooked when it comes to interior decor, but they deserve some love, too! Add interest to your ceiling by applying some peel-and-stick wallpaper. If covering your entire ceiling is a little too much for you, simplify it down to something you can swallow.

For instance, incorporate removable stripe decals in a criss-cross pattern on your ceiling in a hallway. It provides the space with what appears to be an architectural element that offsets the other surrounding features.

Furniture

Paint isn’t the only way to refresh furniture pieces that you’ve had for a while. Instead of throwing out an old console table, make it look brand-new again with the help of removable wallpaper!

You can even dress up the back of an old chair that you’ve gotten bored with to give it a bright, colorful flourish. This would be a fun weekend project that will save you money in the process.

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