It is usually sold in roll form and the material is cut to size by the user.
While its traditional use was as a shelf or drawer liner, or for covering cupboard doors, it can be used in many creative ways.
[1] Other uses of contact paper include use as laptop skins and protective book covers.
[2] Contact paper is usually categorized by the kind of surface that it is supposed to stick to.
The material can be cut to size with scissors for custom applications depending on the requirement.