chalkboard ideas

Do you want to create a giant chalkboard wall – without having to paint it? This chalkboard wallpaper is super simple to install because it has a peel-and-stick backing and doesn’t require messy glue.

Easy, DIY Chalkboard Wall Comes as a Ready-to-Install Kit:

Making a chalkboard wall can’t get any easier than this. Even if you have never hung a wall mural before, you can do this. All you’ll need is a pair of scissors or knife to cut the paper.

In addition, you can easily re-position this wallpaper as you stick it to the wall. Therefore, you don’t have to worry about making a mistake.

The roll of paper included step-by-step instructions. However, I focused on 3 main steps for installation.

1. Make sure the wall is clean prior to hanging the wallpaper.
2. Move from one side of the room to the other, starting at the top of the wall, moving down.
3. Smooth out any air bubbles as you go, either with your hand or something like a plastic putty knife.

Then, you can actually remove the chalkboard contact paper simply by peeling it off the wall. It won’t damage the underlying surface. (This factor makes this wall covering great for renters as well as homeowners!)

When I first heard about this effortless removal, I assumed that the adhesive backing wasn’t very strong. So, I figured the decal might detach itself from the wall and peel away.

Will This Wall Decal Really Stick?

However, I now know (from personal experience) that this giant chalkboard decal has plenty of sticky-ness. Just make sure you apply it on a flat painted wall, preferably with a satin or semi-gloss finish.

This product is a breeze to clean, simply wipe down the surface with a damp cloth. Any chalk residue easily rubs off because the decal paper is waterproof and non-porous.

Note: Furthermore, you can actually install Tempaper in a kitchen or bathroom. The product resists both heat and moisture (even steam), so you can have a blackboard is places you might not have thought possible.

More Chalkboard Wall Ideas:

You also don’t have to cover an entire wall. For example, you can turn an accent wall or a door into a chalkboard, or maybe just the wall area underneath a chair railing.

People have used peel-and-stick chalkboard wallpaper on more than just walls. Think headboards, bookshelves, stair risers, furniture, cabinet doors and even tabletops. So get creative!

Note: By the way, each roll of wallpaper covers 28 square feet. So, for example, let’s say you want to cover a wall that measures 8 feet tall by 13 feet wide. You would need 4 rolls.

Specs for Chalkboard Wallpaper:

• Dimensions: 16’6″ Long x 20.5″ Wide x .13″ Thick
• Coverage Area: 28 Square Feet
• Weight: 2 lbs
• Color: Matte Black (also comes in white dry erase version)
• Peel and Stick: No paste Needed
• Removable
• Model #: CH10587
• Brand: Tempaper
• Phone: 732-920-2654
• Made in the USA
• For Sale: Where to Buy the Peel-and-Stick Wallpaper

Magnetic Chalkboard Contact Paper VS Wallpaper:

If you want to create a magnetic surface, you can use magnetic contact paper instead of regular chalkboard wallpaper.

Installation works virtually he same way, since both types have a peel-and-stick backing.

However, the magnetic version costs quite a bit more (more than 3 times as much). It has an iron material within the paper that attracts magnets, and therefore makes the contact paper more pricey.

Plus, it only comes in a smaller 48″ x 24″ size. In other words, it’s not ideal for covering an entire wall.

That said, magnetic chalkboard paper still provides a good option for covering refrigerators, cabinet doors or tabletops. For example, it may cost a little more than magnetic paint/primer, but it can save you a bunch of time and a lot of work.

Note: This magnetic paper also comes with additional items. The package includes dust free chalk, an eraser cloth (and a self-adhesive hook from which to hang it) and magnetic letter stickers.

Plus, the waterproof surface cleans really easily and works with both regular and liquid chalk markers. (Not all chalkboard-painted surfaces work with liquid chalk, because the surface may be porous.)

Simply cut the chalkboard sticker paper to the size you want with a pair of scissors or a knife.

Compared to painting, contact paper allows you to achieve a clean edge without taping. Plus, you don’t have to worry about brush marks. =)

Then, peel off the backing and adhere to the desired surface.

If you want a larger roll of magnetic chalkboard wallpaper, you can buy it in bulk here.

Do you want to make your dining table more festive for the holidays? Chalkboard table runners are easy to make, inexpensive and fun.

No, you don’t have to paint your table with chalkboard paint, nor do you have to spend a lot of money buying table decor. This is actually an easy, inexpensive and fun project – that you might likely use again for years to come.

In fact, you can get a long chalkboard decal for only about $15-20. One piece can extend the entire length of a 6-foot long table, and then all you need is chalk or liquid chalk markers.

This can be a great way to entertain kids at the table while keeping them engaged with other guests. Even if you don’t have children at Thanksgiving dinner, a writeable surface can be very entertaining for adults as well. You could even make a game out of it, have a contest or simply use the writing surface to display name tags for seating or the evening’s menu.

First, let’s talk cheap table runners.

This will work best if you have a long rectangular table. (By the way, this idea could also be used on bars or coffee tables as well.) It can be as easy as buying a sheet of chalkboard contact paper at your local craft store or online for less than $10. In fact, Amazon sells a few varieties of this product that measures 6 feet long by 1 1/2 feet wide for about $8.

As your dining room table is likely wider than 18 inches, you have a few options here. You can lay a table runner directly down the center of the table where guests can reach it from either side – or you can get a few sheets and cover a wider section of the table (or the entire thing).

Of course, you don’t have to remove the adhesive backing of the contact paper. You can leave it intact and simply tape the ends of the paper to the table surface so it is quick and easy to remove. What’s also cool is that the paper can be erased and re-used for future parties or events. When you look at it this way, chalkboard paper is a really cheap (and functional!) party decoration.

And what about chalkboard placemats?

You can actually use the contact paper mentioned about and cut it into placemat-sized sections. This is probably the cheapest option, but if you want something a little more durable, I suggest using vinyl chalkboard squares. When purchased in packs, each “mat” will cost between $2 and $4 each, depending on how large you want them.

For example, Wallies sells peel-and-stick chalkboard sheets that are designed for sticking on walls or other vertical surfaces. They can actually work as perfectly-sized chalkboard placemats as well. A set of 4 runs about 9 bucks, which is not a bad deal, especially if you plan on using them again as placemats. Keep in mind that you can also use these peel-and-stick mats on your fridge, walls, doors, cabinets, etc… They make great grocery lists, to do lists, family memo boards and more.

Here’s more ideas for creating a more finished table runner with a border, using them for serving areas, how to cure your chalk mat and more…