Resurface Instead of Replace
Apply our premium dry-erase film right over old whiteboards, chalkboards, tables, and cabinets - no demolition required.
Save Money and Reduce Waste
A fraction of the cost of buying new furniture or boards, and you keep usable infrastructure out of the landfill.
Works on Almost Any Surface
Great for classrooms, tables, desks, walls, cabinets, and doors - anywhere smooth and writable helps students.
Custom Sizes and Printed Layouts
Order custom sizes plus printed grids, music lines, charts, dot patterns, and logos to fit your exact room.
Easy Cleaning
No special spray needed. Wipe clean with water and a cloth, and it works with every dry erase marker you already own.
Professional Install Available
Prefer a turnkey job? Our team can handle installation so your boards and surfaces are ready to use right away.
What Are You Trying to Cover?
Pick the surface you want to make writable - each option below links to the right product or collection to get started. Not sure? Request a quote and we'll recommend the best option.
Whiteboards & Chalkboards
Resurface tired or damaged boards into a clean, modern dry-erase surface. Shop whiteboard & chalkboard resurfacing.
Tables
Cover group-work and kidney tables in premium clear or white. Shop classroom table resurfacing.
Student Desks
Turn individual desks into personal whiteboards with our classroom desk set.
Walls, Cabinets & Doors
Add floor-to-ceiling writable space with our Premium Think Board XL.
Custom Printed Boards
Music lines, math grids, charts, dot patterns, and logos, printed to your spec.
Think Board X / Rocketbook
Write, then scan student notes to the cloud with the Rocketbook app. Meet Think Board X.
Resurface Old Boards - Like New, Without Replacing Them
Old whiteboards that won't erase clean? Chalkboards you're ready to retire? Don't replace them - resurface them. Our premium dry-erase film bonds right over your existing boards in about 15 minutes each, turning tired, ghosted, or dusty surfaces into a smooth, bright, erase-clean finish.
- Chalkboard conversion: Turn dusty chalkboards into modern dry-erase boards - and clear chalk dust out of the air for healthier classrooms and electronics. And because resurfacing upgrades the board without disturbing the materials behind it, older buildings can often skip a costly abatement project entirely.
- Whiteboard resurfacing: Cover stained, scratched, or ghosted whiteboards so they write and erase like the day they were installed.
- Sliding board systems: Keep your existing sliding and multi-panel boards - we resurface each panel in place instead of scrapping the whole system.
- Magnetic vs. non-magnetic: Choose standard resurfacing film, or upgrade to magnetic resurfacing film when you need magnets to hold up student work, charts, and supplies.
See the difference in the before-and-after photos and resurfacing videos below - then send us your boards' dimensions for a quote.
Before & After: Resurfaced Boards
Learn How Easy It Is To Resurface
How To Resurface A Whiteboard & Chalkboard
Classroom Collaboration Ideas
Once a surface is writable, the whole room opens up. Here's how teachers put Think Board to work:
- Table covers: Cover group tables in clear (to keep the table's color) or white so students can brainstorm, solve, and erase together.
- Desk covers: Turn individual desks into personal whiteboards for practice problems and quick checks for understanding.
- Music room lines: Add printed staff lines so students can write and erase notation right at their station.
- Math gridlines: Printed grids and coordinate planes make graphing and geometry hands-on - and reusable.
- Library collaboration spaces: Give students more places to think out loud and work through ideas together.
- Student-centered learning: Cover cabinets, walls, and doors to get kids up and moving - studies show students are more engaged and creative working on their feet. Some teachers set up a Socratic circle so they can give instant feedback while students work.
Product Recommendations
Not sure where to start? These are the products schools order most - each picked for a specific job. Every one is part of our Think Boards for the Classroom collection.
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Whiteboard ResurfacingFrom $69.99From $69.99$99.99 -
Magnetic Whiteboard ResurfacingFrom $299.99From $299.99$505.99 -
Think Board Desk Classroom SetFrom $260.00From $260.00 -
Whiteboard Table ResurfacingFrom $34.99From $34.99$51.99 -
Whiteboard Resurfacing Sample FolderFrom $5.00From $5.00 -
The Student Bundle$55.99$55.99$80.00
Premium Resurfacing Film
For old whiteboards and chalkboards. Resurface to an erase-clean finish.
Magnetic Resurfacing Film
When you need magnets to hold work and charts. Magnetic dry-erase resurfacing.
Classroom Table Covers
Make group-work tables fully writable, in premium clear or white.
Desk Films
Individual student workspaces - a whiteboard on every desk.
Custom Printed Think Board
Music staff lines, math grids, charts, and logos - printed to order.
Think Board X
Write, then scan notes to the cloud with the Rocketbook app.
Better Than Paint. Tougher Than Cheap Films.
Vs. whiteboard paint: Paint adds up fast - the paint itself, a professional install, about 7 days of downtime before you can use the wall, and VOCs offgassing while it cures. It's also unforgiving; roughly 85% of the people we talk to couldn't get a clean, even coat. Think Board installs in minutes, is usable right away, and even sticks right over old dry-erase paint (just scrub the wall well first).
Vs. cheaper films: Bargain films tend to crack, bubble, and yellow over time - we've tested them all. Think Board uses a scratch-resistant, graffiti-proof premium finish backed by free replacements for 10 years if you ever have an issue.
Bottom line: a cleaner write, a faster install, and a finish that lasts.
Installation and Lifespan
Easy to put on, built to last - here's what to expect.
Smooth Surfaces Work Best
Think Board adheres to any clean, smooth surface. Wipe it down first and remove any bumps or drips so nothing shows through.
Wet Install for Slick Surfaces
For old boards, glass, and very smooth desks or tables, mist the surface with water for a bubble-free install. It dries clear in a few hours.
Watch the Install Video First
A two-minute video shows the technique - floating the board on goes a long way. See our step-by-step setup guide before you start.
Vertical Surfaces Last Longest
On walls, cabinets, doors, and resurfaced boards, expect 10+ years, backed by our 10-Year Warranty. The finish is scratch-resistant even with daily classroom use.
Horizontal Surfaces Vary by Use
On desks and tables, plan on 1-2 years depending on wear - kidney and group tables typically hold up longer. Backed by a 100-day return policy.
Get a School Quote
Send us photos, dimensions, room numbers, and your ideal timeline. We'll help recommend the best product and install option for your school.
Prefer email or phone? Reach us at hello@think-board.com or 617-657-9616.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which product should I use?
Match the surface: Premium Resurfacing Film for old whiteboards and chalkboards, Magnetic Resurfacing Film when you need magnets, Classroom Table Covers for group tables, Desk Films for individual workspaces, a Custom Printed Think Board for music lines, math grids, or logos, and Think Board X if you want to scan notes to the cloud. Not sure? Request a quote with photos and we'll recommend the right one.
Does it work on chalkboards?
Yes. Converting old chalkboards into smooth, modern dry-erase boards is one of the most popular things we do - and it gets dusty chalk out of the air for healthier classrooms and electronics. Old boards are very smooth, so we recommend a quick wet install for a flawless result.
Is it magnetic?
Standard resurfacing film is non-magnetic. If you need magnets to hold up student work, charts, and supplies, choose our Magnetic Resurfacing upgrade, and we'll confirm the right option on your quote.
Can you install it for us?
Absolutely. Most schools install it themselves in about 15 minutes per board (we have a step-by-step video), or you can have our team handle professional installation. Tell us your preference on your quote.
How long does it last?
On vertical surfaces like walls, cabinets, and resurfaced boards, expect 10+ years. On horizontal surfaces like desks and tables, plan on 1-2 years depending on use; kidney and group tables often last longer. Every Think Board is scratch-resistant and backed by free replacements for 10 years and a 100-day return policy.
Can we get custom sizes or printed lines?
Yes - we cut to fit your exact boards and desks, and we print music staff lines, math grids, dot patterns, charts, and logos. Just send your measurements with your quote request.
Hear From Teachers and Schools
We didn't script any of this. Watch a teacher react after her school surprised her with Think Boards, then hear from a district that made the switch.