How to Remove Contact Paper

It’s that time of the year to remove the contact paper on your shelves. 

To learn how to remove contact paper, here are some suggestions.

One of the most recommended methods to remove contact paper is with a hair dryer. 

The heat generated from the hair dryer will allow the glue to melt and allow the contact paper to peel off easily from kitchen shelves.

Set the hair dryer at high speed and a distance away from the contact paper.  Continue this process until you begin to see the contact paper peel. Apply an even gentle pressure as you remove the contact paper. If the glue sticks in stubborn spots, then direct more heat on those spots until the paper starts peeling.

If there is any remaining glue residue, use cola to clean the surface of the wood. Then clean and dry the surface before placing new contact paper on the shelves.

Some homes have contact paper on walls.  By pulling too hard, you can rip off the paper from the dry wall as well.  In this case, use warm water to loosen the glue that holds the contact paper to the wall.

Once warm water is applied, you will be able to gently pull off the contact paper.  If there are any traces of glue remaining on the wall, use one of many products for hard to remove glue stains.