Reusable Wall Calendar Instructions & Tips

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Writing on your calendar

Size & spacing details

Hanging your calendar

Using sticky notes & washi tape

what can i write on my calendar with?


Our reusable wall calendars are erasable when used with white or silver liquid chalk markers.  

We only recommend using white liquid chalk markers on our rainbow and navy blue calendars. For our white calendar, we only recommend using silver liquid chalk markers. Other colors or types of markers may leave residual color behind (also called "color ghosting"). 

Traditional pens and markers will not write well on the smooth, coated surface and are not erasable. 

We are not responsible for and cannot issue refunds for damage caused by what you choose to write on your calendar with. 

what chalk markers do you recommend?


Silver chalk markers can be difficut to find, so all of our reusable white calendars include two silver chalk markers that we had specially made.

We recommend these white chalk markers for our rainbow and navy calendars.
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Can i use dry-erase markers?


No. The matte coating on our reusable calendars is very different than a dry-erase surface or typical glossy lamination and is not compatible with dry-erase markers.

Can i use any other colors of liquid chalk markers?


There are so many different brands and colors of liquid chalk markers that we can't test them all to confirm which will erase cleanly. 

Generally speaking, the more pigmented or saturated the color (black, red, etc.) the higher the chance of color ghosting. Please watch the video below for a demonstration.

If you would like to assume the risk of testing other colors, we recommend that you do so on an inconspicuous area to ensure it erases cleanly and completely before using it to write all over your calendar. We are not responsible for and cannot issue refunds for damage caused by what you choose to write on your calendar with.

how much wall space do I need?


It totally depends! Each month is 16 inches wide by 20 inches tall. The arrangement possibilities are endless depending on how much wall space you have and what your preferences are.

Hang all 12 at a time, 4 at a time, 3 at a time (perfect for businesses who are focused on quarterly goals), or even 1 at a time.

Below are some examples that show the range of wall space you might need for different arrangements.

how should i hang my calendar?


By far the most frequently asked question we get about our large wall calendars is "how do I hang them?" The short answer is that you can hang them however you would hang a thick art print or poster. 

You can find some specific ideas and recommendations at the bottom of this page.

What is the best way to hang them so that they last as long as possible?


It depends.

If you plan to hang them in a high traffic area and/or where little hands might touch them frequently, the most durable option would be to hang them in frames.

If you plan to hang them in your office where you only touch them when you need to add an appointment or deadline, frames should not be necessary.

Let us explain a bit more...

Our monthly wall calendars are made from thick 250gsm paper that has a special coating on the front. The thickness of the paper is similar to what you might find a high-quality greeting card printed on.

The thickness of the paper makes them far more durable than similar products you may have seen. But they are still PAPER, so how they hold up over time will depend on how much and how gently or roughly you handle them.

The special coating on our paper calendars is VERY different from typical dry erase or laminated surfaces that are thick and shiny. Our coating has a beautiful, matte finish and adds very little weight to the paper. The coating does not make the paper stiff or rigid like traditional dry erase calendars.

Calendar Hanging Inspiration

Option 1: Hang them directly on your wall.


Thumb tacks and push pins are easy and inexpensive. Click here to see several options that won't leave holes in your calendar. You can watch the video below to see some of them in action :)

Option 2: Put them in frames.


If you are only going to hang 1 to 4 months at a time, I love the idea of hanging them in 16 x 20-inch frames. Liquid chalk markers work great on glass or plexiglass! You can find some of my favorite frame options listed below. Click on any image below to see product recommendations.

Option 3: Add faux oversized poster hangers.


This is how I personally display the calendar that is in my office. It's a very simple DIY project! You can see the tutorial for how to make faux oversized poster hangers here.
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Option 4: Hang all 12 months with a large clip.


This is my favorite hanging option if you are short on wall space! Just use a large clip like this one for a simple and beautiful way to hang all 12 months of your calendar.

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Want more ideas?

Checkout how our customers hang and display their calendars!

Can i use washi tape on my calendar?


Using washi tape is a fantastic way to mark events that last multiple days or weeks (see the photo below for an example). Washi tape should not damage your calendar, but note that washi tape should never be placed over/on top of liquid chalk marker. The adhesive from the washi tape can cause the writing to stick to the calendar and may make it impossible to erase. So be sure to only write on (and not underneath) your washi tape!
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is it safe to use sticky notes on my calendar?


Yes! In fact we sell our very own sticky notes that coordinate perfectly with our calendars. 
rainbow color sticky notes with scalloped edges by Kaleidoscope Living
colorful scallop sticky notes on large rainbow wall calendar by Kaleidoscope Living
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rainbow color scallop and rectangle sticky notes by Kaleidoscope Living

Colorful Sticky Notes

If you find that your sticky notes curl or have a tendency to fall off of things, you may find this video helpful!