Chalkboard film: Create your own decorative elements that you can write on

The days when chalkboards were mainly found in children’s bedrooms are long gone: these versatile decorative items have found their way into every area of the home and are becoming real eye-catchers in kitchens, bedrooms and hallways. Restaurants and cafés, too, have long since stopped using chalkboards merely to display menus and daily specials – funny sayings, little nuggets of wisdom and attractive designs create a cool atmosphere in which guests are happy to linger a little longer. Special self-adhesive chalkboard films have been particularly popular for some time now; compared to the traditional version, they offer the advantage of being extremely space-saving and can be applied to almost any surface.

In our shop, amongst our wide range of self-adhesive films, you will also find the black blackboard film from Ritrama, which can be applied to any smooth, dust- and grease-free surface and is suitable for writing on with standard chalk. The film can also be used on rough surfaces. However, it is important to note that it adapts to the surface, meaning that any prominent texture will show through the film. As Ritrama’s blackboard film can be applied both indoors and outdoors, it offers a particularly wide range of design possibilities. This means you can give doors and furniture – as well as smaller items such as flower pots and boxes – a truly personalised touch, not only in your home but also in the garden! Furthermore, unlike chalkboard paint, chalkboard film can be removed quickly and easily without leaving any residue.

Applying the blackboard film is also child’s play. If you decide to cover a larger area, it’s a good idea to ask a second person to help you, so that you can apply the film straight and without any air bubbles. If you’d prefer to cover smaller areas, you can simply cut the film to the desired shape beforehand using a craft knife. In our shop, you’ll find Ritrama blackboard film in various sizes, which you can cut to size as you wish, allowing you to let your imagination run wild.

Step 1: Peel back the backing paper on the reverse side of the film by a few centimetres.

Step 2: Carefully apply the film to the desired surface, section by section. Take particular care not to stretch the film, but to keep it loose, as otherwise unsightly bubbles may form.

Step 3: First, smooth the film out evenly by hand. Then use a squeegee to help you. Work your way from the centre towards the edges.

Step 4: Trim off any excess film. Your blackboard film is now ready to use! You can now write on it however you like using ordinary school chalk. Of course, you can use coloured chalk instead of white chalk. And if you ever get tired of a particular design, you can quickly and easily remove it with a damp cloth or sponge, so you can get creative again straight away. There are no limits to your creativity!