Transform Your Classroom Table with Contact Paper: Easy DIY Farmhouse Makeover when on a Budget

Easy DIY Farmhouse Classroom Table when on a budget

Are you tired of worn-out classroom tables ruining your vibe? This DIY classroom table makeover is a simple, affordable way to transform your teaching space into a stylish, farmhouse-themed classroom using just self-adhesive contact paper—and a little Windex!  


Applying Beach Wood contact paper to table surface

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✂️ Materials You’ll Need:

💡 Pro Tip: Choose a contact paper that matches your classroom decor—light wood tones give that modern farmhouse feel.

Turn ugly classroom table into a cute table
DIY Materials
*Don't have a squeegee?  Try a plastic dustpan with a rubber edge!


📏 Step 1: Prep Your Table

Wipe down the surface. Measure and cut your contact paper to size. Flip it over and trace your tabletop using the flat edge of a pencil for a custom fit.


🧽 Step 2: Apply the Contact Paper Like a Pro

Spray Windex directly on the table. This allows the sticky side of the contact paper to slide into perfect placement before it sticks permanently—making it beginner-friendly!


🚿 Step 3: Smooth It Out

Once the contact paper is in place, use your squeegee (or even a plastic dustpan!) to push out all the Windex and air bubbles. Go slowly from the center out.


🧼 Step 4: Clean & Seal

Use a dry cloth to clean up any extra liquid and press down the edges. If any corners curl up later, reapply pressure or add a dab of adhesive.


🌟 Final Look: Farmhouse Vibes!

Step back and admire your budget-friendly classroom table makeover! This easy classroom DIY is perfect for upgrading tired furniture—without spending a fortune.

DIY Farmhouse Classroom Table!

⚠️ Quick Tip: Always check with your admin before altering school-owned furniture. ..


💬 FAQs from Fellow Teachers

Q: Can you remove contact paper later?
Yes! Many teachers have success using a steamer for removal.

Q: Is this contact paper dry erase friendly?
The wood-textured one isn't, but you can purchase dry erase contact paper, which is super fun to use!


✅ Why This DIY Works:

  • Easy and low-mess

  • Inexpensive materials

  • Perfect for teachers who love decorating on a budget

  • Gives your room a cozy, farmhouse classroom makeover

Farmhouse classroom clean beach wood contact paper DIY
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6 comments

  1. How about removing it? Does it come off easily?

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    1. Hi! Thank you for your question. I have not tried to peel this paper off yet; however, I read the reviews carefully and saw that people were able to take it off using a steamer!

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  2. Amazing post! Is the contact paper dry erase-friendly?

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    1. Thank you so much! The beach wood paper I used has ridges on it, so dry erase marker does not work well on it. However, there is a brand called Better Than Paper (which I have used as well) that allows for dry erase markers! Try this link to see their farmhouse paper: https://amzn.to/2YI7LNm Also, there are plain white, dry erase contact paper rolls, too! Thanks again for your question--happy DIY'ing! :)

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  3. Hi! I'm from Argentina and I don't know what is WINDEX. Could to tell me what kind of product is it? or what is it for?

    It's a fantanstic project!!! Thanks a lot

    Viviana Schiel

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    1. Hi Viviana, Windex is a brand of glass cleaner. When the glass cleaning product is sprayed on the table, it allows you to slide the contact paper around until you have it exactly where you want it. Then you can use a scraper or squeegee to draw the cleaning fluid out. Then you will have your DIY Farmhouse Table upgrade! I hope that helps? Thank you for reaching out!

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