What can I use as a dresser drawer liner?
While you could line drawers with yesterday’s newspapers, there are so many other possibilities. Try leftover fabric, removable wallpaper, oilcloth, or even sheet metal (for utility drawers). You may have to cut your lining down to size. Measure the inside of the drawer to get the dimensions.
Are drawer liners worth it?
Lining the drawers and shelves will protect the paint and prevent any nicks and scratches. Be sure to choose a non-adhesive liner, like the Clear Classic, as adhesive liners may end up doing more damage to your painted furniture.
Can you use contact paper to line drawers?
If you are not familiar with contact paper, Wikipedia defines it as “an inexpensive material that has a decorative surface on one side and a highly adhesive material on the other side.” In other words, it’s perfect for lining drawers! It stays in place AND it is pretty.
How do you make a homemade drawer liner?
- Choose the paper you’d like to use in your dresser.
- Measure the inside of the drawer bottom you would like lined with the scented paper.
- Cut your paper to the desired size.
- Mix a water and essential oil mixture.
- Pour mixture into a clean spray bottle.
- Mist the mixture onto your paper until completely damp.
What is the purpose of dresser drawer liners?
Drawer liners improve the cleanliness of the dresser. Dust can easily be stirred up without the addition of drawer liners. Drawer liners also make it easier to wipe down the inside of each drawer without damaging the dresser.
How do you put contact paper on a drawer?
Peel the contact paper backing and stick them to the drawer. Then use a dry rag to press them to the surface firmly (it would be even better if you have wallcovering smoothing tool) If your wallpaper(or wrapping paper) is not self-adhesive, apply mod podge to the drawer surface the stick the wallpaper in.
Can you make your own scented drawer liners?
Create a mixture of essential oil and water. The ratio you should aim for is 50ml of water to every 1 – 2ml of the essential oils. We know this can be difficult to measure but an easy solution is to count your drops: for every 50 drops of water you add 1 or 2 drops of essential oil. Alternatively, use kitchens scales.
How do you make drawer fresheners?
DIY Drawer Freshening Sachets
- Fabric (breathable options like cotton work best)
- A small bowl, about 8 inches in diameter (soup/cereal bowls are the right size)
- Pencil or pen.
- Pinking shears (these prevent the fabric from fraying)
- ¼ cup dried herbs (dried rose petals, lavender flowers, or orange peel are good options)