How to glue a kitchen set with self-adhesive foil: how to choose a foil, how to glue furniture.

Different methods are used to renovate furniture. The simplest and most affordable way is a self-adhesive film. She will help change the design of the kitchen.

How to choose a film for furniture

The material is used for almost any surface. When buying it, pay attention to the manufacturer. There are budget options and exclusive products on sale.

Products from Chinese manufacturers are inexpensive, but they can quickly lose their appearance. Not all products are designed for use in the interior; there are products for short-term use.

When selecting such products, take into account the following:

• the quality of the purchased decor;
• material thickness;
• condition of the base.

Glossy and matte options are available for sale. You can choose products for ceramics, wood and others. High-quality materials will help transform the interior and will serve for a long time.

By structure

There are various types that are used for interior decoration. A single-layer look is produced with the addition of pigments, stabilizers, plasticizers. To update the kitchen, the paper is removed from the film, under which there is an adhesive layer. This side attaches the material to the headset. Its properties depend on the amount of plasticizers in the composition.

The two-layer type consists of a paper or cloth backing and a PVC resin cover. It will cost more. A two-layer canvas is more convenient to use, but its strength and durability are slightly lower. Before buying a material, the consumer must decide on its intended purpose.

By material

The classification of the film is based on its basis. Polyvinyl chloride is popular due to its low price and durability. It can withstand high temperatures and is moisture resistant.

Propylene is the most durable base. It provides high strength of the glue seam, product resistance to environmental influences. Products with such a base retain their properties at elevated temperatures.

Polyester is similar to fabric. Differs in high temperature resistance, UV stability.

By design

Products resembling silk, beautiful tapestry, simple chintz are produced. Products with holographic and mirror images look spectacular in the kitchen space. You can get creative with a task by combining multiple materials. The price of the decor depends on the manufacturer and the surface decor.

The glossy type will give the surface a lacquered sheen. It is used for high-tech kitchens. The matte version is suitable for any room. Mirror elements are also used for the kitchen. Transparent film is used for glass cabinet parts. It will help protect them from scratches. The holographic view creates a three-dimensional image.

How to glue a kitchen set with self-adhesive film

Kitchen furniture can be updated quickly and inexpensively. For this, a self-adhesive film is used. First of all, prepare the base. Then the material is attached. To get rid of traces of abrasion, stains, use a special material.

IMPORTANT! Self-adhesive film cannot hide surface irregularities and deep scratches.

Before renovating kitchen furniture, it is worth renovating it. All surface irregularities must be removed. The fittings and doors are removed and the surfaces are sanded. Then you need to degrease them using a solvent.

The practical material has the following advantages:

• it is moisture resistant;
• does not fade under the influence of sunlight;
• he is not afraid of temperature drops.

Before pasting, measurements are taken of all components of the headset. It is necessary to make an increase of 1 cm. If the material is not fixed correctly, the stock will help remove the deficiency. The excess is carefully cut off with a knife.

On the reverse side of the decor, markings are made, then the details are cut out. A clerical knife is suitable for this operation, scissors are taken for uneven lines. The glued film is smoothed out from the center to remove all air. Any person can do such work.

IMPORTANT! So that there are no gaps at the joints of the parts, each sheet overlaps the previous one by 1.5 cm.

Pasting with a film is carried out only on a dry surface, which avoids peeling of the material from the base during operation. The underlay is removed gradually to get the job done neatly. Peel off a few centimeters of paper, glue the film. The procedure is repeated until the panel completely covers the area to be decorated.

If small air bubbles appear, it is convenient to remove them with a needle. Self-adhesive tape will be an excellent alternative to renovation, since it does not require significant financial costs to renovate the kitchen.