Best way to adhere old map
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Julie
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I would like to decoupage an old map onto a table. I tried it once before but it started to bubble after about 6 months. I used high tack spray adhesive on the back of the map. When i thought I had all the bubbles out, I over coated it with a polycrylic. Any suggestions on how to do it better so it lasts longer without bubbling?
10 answers
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Use Modge-Podge or thinned matte medium.
Darla
on Mar 15, 2015
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Any suggestions for modge podge? I heard that it isn't an easy medium to work with...
Julie
on Mar 15, 2015
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Modge podge. Apply the Modge podge to the table first, smooth out the map and let it dry, then apply the top coat of the modge podge, it's my experience you will get little or not bubbling.
Karen
on Mar 15, 2015
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Hi have you tried using 'cling film'? I've seen this being used on You Tube under 'decorating furniture with decoupage'. A lady was painting a white table and cutting out flowers from table napkins & that is what she was using! You could perhaps give that a go? 😀
Denise Hardy
on Mar 16, 2015
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I agree, use Mod Podge. It really is easy to work with. Look it up on Youtube to get some idea of how it works. Youtube is a great teacher. :) Best of luck!
Amy Petracek
on Mar 16, 2015
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I have also tried lots of different products and have yet to find the perfect one. I find that with Modge Podge, unless you are using small pieces of paper, bubbles and ripples do occur-especially with the top coat- and that drives me crazy! This might help- Dede from Designed Decor just blogged about the different mediums to use when decoupaging with pretty much any material: http://designeddecor.com/decoupage-furniture/ I just got the Wunda Size and am going to give that a try. Will let you know!
Country Design Home
on Mar 16, 2015
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Does anyone else have any suggestions for applying old maps to a wooden surface? or am I destined to have ripples and bubbles and not a long lasting smooth surface?
Julie
on Apr 05, 2015
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Julie, you have to wet your map and let the fibers in it relax before Mod Podging it to your table. You will always get bubbles if you try to decoupage with dry paper.
Mary Zellers
on Apr 11, 2015
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@Julie, you don't have to soak it, though I've known people who actually lay their paper in a tray of water before decoupaging. Just spritz it with water from a spray bottle until there are no longer any dry spots. By the time you cover your table surface with Mod Podge, it should be ready to go.
Mary Zellers
on Apr 12, 2015
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I use a "smoothing tool'', meant for wallpaper, bought for less than $2. Modgepodge. No need to soak paper, etc. Let dry thoroughly before sealing. Works GREAT!
Nancy
on Sep 06, 2015
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