Where can I buy contac paper?

19 years ago

For years and years I have used contac paper for many reasons in the home. And now I have a hard time finding it in the stores. Sometimes a few rolls only. Would any of you have ideas for me as where to shop for it?

Thanks for your help, I didn't know where to ask.

Shirley

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craftfetish
19 years ago
This tends to be something I am really looking for when I move, which I haven't done in about two years, but...

I have always been able to find it at large discount dept. stores - Target, Meijers, (I'm not a WalMart fan, but I would assume they have it too), etc...

When I moved into my current home, I had picked out a bunch of generic shelf liner paper in the regular aisle only to find several rolls of the soft rubber basket weave-y shelf liner stuff in the clearance aisle. It was cheaper than the stick-on paper and easier to install. So, I would definitely recommend taking a tour of the back wall and not just the home section when you go.

Here is a link that might be useful: craftfetish blog
steve_o
19 years ago
I've found it in hardware stores like TrueValues, ACEs, DoItBests, etc.
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jannie
19 years ago
I found a big display of it in Bed Bath and Beyond in Commack NY.
anettemartinrn
19 years ago
walmart, in the kitchen accessories area
susan209
19 years ago
Just saw it recently at Target and Walmart, selection wasn't too bad either.
Janine Starykowicz
19 years ago
Home Depot also carries it.

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