Wallpaper is the most traditional and popular material for wall decoration. They can be used to decorate the walls, replace their painting and even insulate them a little. It depends on the coating how furniture and other interior details will look against its background. There are countless types of wallpapers, and their characteristics allow them to be applied to all kinds of rooms.
It is easier to change the trellises than to repaint the walls in a suitable color.
Pasting a room is a kind of summing up the results of the renovation. After all, this work is done almost last. Upon completion, all that remains is to paint the floors.
There are many ways to glue wallpaper.
They are all different from each other, but general rule one thing: color, pattern and texture should be in harmony with the individual characteristics of the room.
The price of products is also different, it mainly depends on the type, manufacturing method and quality of materials. Cheap wallpapers are based on light thin paper, and the front side is covered with paint, which is not the best. In the production of expensive options for this finishing material, thick, heavy paper is used. The best paint is applied.
Types of wallpaper, classification and characteristics - this is what you need to navigate in order to choose the right "outfit" for the walls of your home.
In general, they can be classified into several basic types. The main ones are: paper, vinyl, textile, metal and cork options. There are other types, but they are not as popular.
Paper ones are smooth, structural, with an applied image (photo wallpaper). Vinyls are also divided into many types, including flat vinyl, textured version, silk screen printing and so on. Textile wallpapers are realized on a paper, fabric or synthetic basis.
How to navigate in such a variety? Is it realistic to choose exactly what you need? We'll cover all of this below.
Vinyl
Of all types, they are considered the most durable and practical. They are not subject to fading and can be washed. Such finishing materials can be used in damp rooms. The modern version of the product has a porous coating, which allows it to pass air to the walls.
A vinyl-based coating is chosen when high-quality, but not the most expensive wallpaper is needed. The types and characteristics are so diverse that it is worth talking about them separately.
Vinyl wallpapers are made on paper or non-woven backing.
The quality indicators of the material depend on the substrate. A vinyl product gives room for imagination, allows you to realize the most bizarre and colorful drawings and patterns. It is of four types. Among them are smooth vinyl, hard, silk-screened and foamed. The first two are dense and not embossed. The foam cover is airy, but convex. Silk-screen printing outwardly resembles textile wallpaper, but it is made by embossing.
Vinyl trellis is a two-layer material. The first layer, paper or non-woven, is covered with PVC foil. Then a drawing or print is applied to it. This second layer protects the walls from moisture and other unwanted influences.
Vinyl wallpapers, the types and characteristics of which are very diverse, are the most popular among others.
Below is a list of the advantages and disadvantages of finishing materials of this type.
Advantages and Disadvantages of Vinyl Wallpaper
Vinyl finishing material can serve for a very long time, up to 20 years. In this case, it is enough to wipe them with a wet cloth from time to time. Moisture resistance, by the way, is also an indisputable advantage of vinyl. The advantage is the widest range of colors, textures, patterns. Wallpaper does not fade and resists damage well.
This material is perfect not only for decorating walls in the hall and hallway, it will perfectly manifest itself in the kitchen, in the corridor, in the living room.
These types of wallpaper and their characteristics also have negative qualities. Among them, the release of substances that are unsafe for health, such as formaldehyde. On the packaging of the roll it may be written that the materials used are absolutely environmentally friendly and meet all standards, but nevertheless, it is better not to glue them in the children's room. In rooms in which such wallpaper is used, it is advisable to often open windows and doors for ventilation. Another disadvantage is that the porous top layer has been made relatively recently. If you buy wallpaper of the old type, they will not allow air to pass through, which means that moisture can accumulate under them, which is fraught with the appearance of mold on the walls.
Paper wallpaper
If you are looking for suitable types of wallpaper for the bedroom, then you should pay attention to traditional paper ones.
Such wall coverings have the longest history among all other types, it goes back centuries. Their homeland is East Asia, from where they came to Europe in the 18th century. Since then, wallpaper has been widely used, and today it is difficult to find at least one house that does not use finishing materials of this or a related type.
Paper wallpapers are relatively inexpensive, easy to glue, and can be water-repellent. They can be painted in any color, thereby refreshing the look of the room.
There are different types paper wallpaper.
Now they are produced not only smooth, but also with an impression (structural).
Two main types can also be distinguished: two-layer (duplex) and single-layer (simplex). The former have a protective coating that protects from the effects environment... Single-layer wallpaper is not as durable, but it costs less. Despite the difference in price, two-layer ones are in great demand. In any case, such a wall covering will delight the eye for about 5 years.
Advantages and Disadvantages of Paper Products
Let's discuss the main pros and cons of these types of wallpapers and their characteristics.
The main advantage of paper finishing material should be considered its environmental friendliness. It will not provoke allergies, will not spoil the atmosphere with harmful secretions. The paper allows air to pass through, this will prevent mold from developing. A minor plus of this product is its relatively low cost.
Now a few words about the shortcomings that all types of paper wallpaper have. And their characteristics also matter.
Paper is not a waterproof material, therefore wallpaper made from it is not designed for use in wet rooms such as a bathroom, kitchen, or corridor.
For the same reason, they cannot be cleaned with water; even wiping with a damp cloth can harm the paper.
Only a few species, the surface of which is covered with a protective layer, can be washed with a damp cloth.
Compared to vinyl counterparts, paper ones are not so practical to use.
Textile
Long before paper wallpaper was invented in Asia, the walls were covered with fabric. This method of interior decoration became the prototype of a new material - textile wallpaper.
Nowadays, covering with a cloth testifies to the wealth and good taste of the owner of the apartment. The variety of choices will impress you if you decide to purchase such wallpapers. The types and characteristics of fabrics are described below.
As a decorative layer, not only fabric can be used, but also threads glued to the paper base, located parallel to one another. These materials are made in Germany and are expensive, up to $ 40 per roll.
With its luxurious appearance, wallpaper with a fabric surface is very whimsical to the operating conditions. It is undesirable to use them in children's rooms. There they will quickly lose their ideal appearance.
Suitable rooms for this material can be considered an office, bedroom, living room.
Some of the nuances of using textile wallpaper make this process more difficult than gluing other types of wall coverings. The difference is that you need to be careful not to get any drops of glue or water on the front side of the canvas.
To avoid this, you should not glue the back of the wallpaper, but the wall itself. Fortunately, the non-woven material used as a base allows it.
The advantages of the material are that it allows air to pass through, absorbs noise, looks very beautiful and elegant. Disadvantages - in the difficulties of pasting and maintenance, because surfaces of this type cannot be washed, only dry cleaning is permissible.
Velor
Such wallpaper is a paper web on which nylon fibers are applied. The fibers are arranged vertically.
The production process looks like this. The roll of paper is placed in a special hopper, into which the nylon nap is then fed. The length of each villi is no more than 1 mm. A mesh rotates over the paper, creating an electromagnetic field, due to which the fibers falling on the paper become vertical, just as hair is pulled in the direction of an electrified comb. The villi are glued, and the finished canvases are dried in the oven. These types of wallpaper are suitable for the guest room, office.
Advantages and disadvantages
The process of gluing them is quite laborious. The glue should be quickly wiped off with a soft cloth, the seams should be smoothed out with a brush.
Among the advantages of velor wallpaper, noise-absorbing qualities are noted. The walls covered with them shimmer like velvet. The coating will not fade, no matter how much used. Designers often use this type of decoration for decorative purposes, decorating and highlighting areas of rooms.
But there are also disadvantages. Due to its hairiness, the surface collects dust. It also absorbs odors and is easy to get dirty, although it only needs to be cleaned using dry methods. If a stain appears, it will be nearly impossible to remove. And, as already mentioned, this type of wall covering is quite difficult to glue.
Non-woven
These types of wallpaper, the characteristics of which are described below, are of two types. The first type is a wall covering that actually consists of this material. Wallpaper of the second type has a non-woven base, while the covering is made of vinyl.
In order to better understand the properties of the material, you first need to understand what the interlining itself is. In fact, these are cellulose fibers glued with a special polymer, resembling paper in quality. The difference is that the non-woven material is stronger and burns worse.
This material is used to make wallpapers that can be painted frequently. The substance will repeat the texture or embossing done on them. Acrylic or any other water-based paints are best suited for this wall renovation.
Like other products, non-woven wallpaper has its own advantages. They are made on a thick base, which means that by gluing them to the walls, you can hide some defects, such as cracks and irregularities.
They are poorly flammable, which positively characterizes them from the point of view of fire safety.
They do not interfere with the penetration of air to the walls, so that fungus will not appear on them.
The material does not tear, does not stretch, it is easy to work with it. Glue should be applied to the surface of the wall. Therefore, there is no need to lay out long strips of material in the middle of the room.
Non-woven fabric is not afraid of water, the wall decoration will be easily kept clean, periodically cleaning it with detergents.
Combined
Combining different types of finishes when gluing one room is the simplest and most inexpensive way to give a room a unique and original design. The main types of wallpaper and their characteristics are described below. Photos will help you better understand what is at stake.
You need to have good taste and a sense of proportion in order to harmoniously combine different types of wall coverings. The resulting result should not "argue" with the general decoration of the interior, it is intended to emphasize it and enhance its positive qualities.
The types are different, they are due to the rules for combining colors and qualities of materials.
When choosing suitable options, you need to consider the following nuances:
- In rooms with low ceilings, it is undesirable to use a dark color finish, especially if it is accompanied by ornaments with large fragments. Such a room can be visually enlarged with light wallpapers, especially plain ones. Patterns with small details are acceptable.
- If the ceilings are very high, then the use of materials with large patterns can go to the rescue. This will make the room feel cozier and less cumbersome.
- Light-colored products are not very suitable for covering the walls of a large spacious room.
- When combining wallpaper, one should take into account the function of the room. In a children's room, a combination of plain materials with bright and cheerful wallpaper will look good. For a living room, combinations of large geometric shapes, stripes or squares with monochromatic zones are better suited.
- If the room for which the materials are selected is located in the southern latitudes, then in the summer products of cold tones will look pleasant in it. Warm shades work well where it is often cold and rainy.
- You need to take care not only that the types of wallpaper are combined, and their characteristics suit you. Their thickness should also be the same, otherwise when gluing it will turn out that the joints are too conspicuous.
- Think about the color combination of wallpaper and furniture that will be in the room.
What products to choose in the bedroom
What types of wallpaper in the bedroom are suitable and which are not? This is a rather difficult choice, given the variety that is presented on the market of wall finishing materials in our time. Each species is good in its own way, but it also has disadvantages. Some of these drawbacks make certain wallpapers unsuitable for use in the bedroom.
Let's take a look at the types of wallpaper and their characteristics that are suitable for a living space.
The best option is the use of materials made from natural ingredients for this purpose. Vinyl flooring is beautiful, but not very natural and safe, and is not medically recommended for use in poorly ventilated areas. A good but expensive option is textile or non-woven wallpaper. They are completely harmless.
In the case of non-woven materials, it is also necessary to take into account the environmental friendliness of the paint, which may be applied over them.
You can use paper wallpaper for the walls. The types, characteristics and disadvantages of this material have already been described in the article.
What color the walls in your bedroom will be is a matter of your taste. One can only advise when choosing materials to resort to the same principles that apply when combining wallpaper. A small bedroom will benefit from the use of light-colored materials, a large one, on the contrary. It is always better to choose calm colors for the bedroom, because this is a relaxation area.
All of the above rules and principles are by no means a binding guide to action, because history is full of cases where breaking the rules led to the best results. The main thing is that the apartment is comfortable for you and your loved ones.
So, we found out what types of wallpaper are and how to choose them correctly.
Wallpaper is a significant part of the interior, they give a finished look to the design or can themselves be the main highlight of the room. A huge variety of canvases with different performance properties, different designs make you confused in the choice. Therefore, when buying, you should first of all be interested in quality characteristics, and not only in the appearance of the canvases.
Wallpaper classification
Unfortunately, not all sellers are conscientious, and may not know or not agree on the properties of the material. It is better to study the types of wallpaper before visiting the store in order to know their characteristics and your requirements for them. This will make it easier to make choices and engage in dialogue.
Types of wallpaper
We list the types of wallpaper depending on the material of manufacture and present their photos:
The most expensive and natural ones are textile ones. They are chosen in the hall or in the bedroom, they are not suitable for the corridor and the kitchen, since the material collects dust well and requires careful maintenance. It is because of this that they are not recommended for allergy sufferers.
Glass cloth
- the most durable. Can be used for walls and ceilings. The texture allows you to hide the structure of uneven surfaces. Can be repainted up to 10 times while maintaining texture. An important requirement is that the paint for the coating must correspond to the characteristics of the wallpaper, otherwise the purchase of high-quality material will be useless. The same applies to glue: glass cloth wallpaper is heavy and requires special glue.
Non-woven wallpaper- another type of coating for both walls and ceilings. They are lighter than fiberglass, but they are painted no more than two times. To preserve the pattern, they require staining with latex paint with good hiding power. Such wallpapers are soft, easily scratched, therefore they are often used for the ceiling, the texture of the canvases hides irregularities. It is very convenient for work that the glue is applied to the ceiling, and not to the canvas.
Vinyl wallpapers, depending on the manufacturing technology, are foamed and pressed. Foamed - they have a convex volumetric texture, they seem very warm and cozy. The versatile design allows it to be used in all rooms, but the wear resistance characteristics warn that such material cannot withstand washing with aggressive detergents and brushes. And the pressed analogue creates the effect of silk-screen printing, is not afraid of washing and scratching - the cost of such wallpapers is much higher, but they will also last longer.
Paper wallpapers are chosen for bedrooms and children's rooms, they are painted with safe paints and do not emit toxic substances. They can be cleaned with a damp cloth, but do not withstand aggressive cleaning. The price is comparable to the embossed vinyl wallpaper. Visually, they are easy to distinguish due to the large volume of the roll, the paper base is not so flexible and does not allow to maintain its shape.
Liquid wallpaper - based on gypsum plaster and polymers. They are sold dry and require dilution with water. Safe and durable, create additional heat and sound insulation. Coarse grit can be applied to uneven surfaces even by non-professionals. This will create a unique pattern.
Professionals are able to create real masterpieces with it.
Stereoscopic canvases
In terms of visual effect, wallpapers can be ordinary and 3D stereoscopic. Common - all of the above. Stereoscopic canvases are the most modern type of wall material. The drawing on them is applied in such a way that a full sense of the presence of the image is created. It is especially important to use such material in small rooms to create additional space. When choosing, it should be borne in mind that the image must be viewed from a distance of 1.5 meters.
"Windows", "doors" and "balconies" are suitable for small kitchens, bedrooms. An example of correct use in the photo.
Wallpaper depicting large flowers and animals - for large loggias, halls.
How to choose wallpaper
By appointment
The choice of wall and ceiling coverings depends on their purpose: for which room, for which surface they are suitable.
Non-woven and fiberglass wallpapers are ideal for the ceiling. In a new house that has not yet settled, it is better to use the second option, it is more durable and is able to maintain a flat surface even if a crack occurs. For the same reason, fiberglass wallpaper is popular for pasting walls in new buildings. Correct use of flowers and others design solutions will allow you to make the interior original and fun.
Non-woven wallpaper for the ceiling - a good option when updating the finish of an already settled house. In this case, an overpayment for the material is useless, such wallpapers will cope with the task of leveling and decorating the surface. Also the material is suitable for pre-sale cosmetic repair... The cost of a 25 m roll of such wallpaper is comparable to the price of a 10 m roll of regular wallpaper.
Textile wallpapers are chosen to emphasize their status if desired. They are pleasant to the touch and create special atmosphere coziness and comfort. Such a choice is not always advisable, visually the difference between embossed vinyl and natural textiles is insignificant, but the difference in price is huge.
Paper rolls are created for allergy sufferers and simply connoisseurs of their health. Although certificates of other types of wallpaper speak of their safety when used in residential premises.
Vinyl wallpapers are the most common and versatile. Suitable for all types of rooms, even bathrooms.
By room size
Depending on the size of the room, the color and pattern of the wallpaper is chosen. For a small room, it is impractical to use bright colors and contrasting patterns; such a design will make the room even smaller. But the correct use of color can be beneficial and create a sense of comfort in a miniature bedroom, example in the photo.
The combination of a yellow background and white furnishings creates a feeling sunlight and airspace. The absence of a pattern on the wallpaper and the floor to match create a holistic image and remove unnecessary boundaries of space.
By design
Having decided on the style of the room and furniture, you can start choosing wallpaper. Country-style interior design requires walls with simple colors, lack of sheen and pretentiousness. This is how the romantic room turns out, as in the photo.
Classic and modern minimalistic styles are compatible with solid color wallpapers. The photo shows an example of using bright walls in large room... The absence of patterns and lines on the wallpaper and floor is replaced by the shape of furniture and lamps. The interior is original and boring.
Bold creative options modern design emphasize the wallpaper with an original geometric pattern. A minimum of furniture and a "clean" floor create free space necessary for a comfortable stay in the room.
How to choose wallpaper glue
Choosing wallpaper glue important point under repair. You should not skimp on this material, it must correspond to the labeling of the wallpaper. The packages have data on compatibility, each type of canvas has its own glue.
When preparing a solution, there is a possibility of error in calculations, therefore it is convenient to use ready-made compositions. The use of such mixtures is especially important when pasting walls and ceilings with heavy wallpaper. The finished glue retains its properties for a longer time and there is no need to prepare more and more new portions.
A special category of wallpaper is borders; a special glue has also been created for them. It is thicker and has greater adhesion; this is required by the specificity of the decorative element. Curbs are subject to frequent tactile effects, thin stripes tend to return to a roll shape and do not straighten well. The use of special glue will exclude the possibility of self-unsticking of the decor.
Photo of modern wallpaper
Modern fashion trends allow you to use any imagination in design. The types of wallpaper are so diverse that you can create an interior of any dream. And if you do not find a suitable drawing, draw it on fiberglass or non-woven canvases, contact the design masters.
The craving for bright colors, for nature in the interior perfectly replenishes green color... It is worth noting that it has the most beneficial effect on a person's well-being. Psychologists believe that by surrounding yourself with green shades you can become more balanced, more attentive, calmer.
The borders on the walls, it would seem, are outdated, but new canvases with their imitation are being created. Look great in classic design, especially suitable for spacious corridors, as in the photo.
The use of light walls in the interior will allow you to change the design and mood of the room with the help of decorative elements and accessories. Such a canvas is a great background for any ideas.
Japanese style in the interior is relevant. To create it, you need bamboo trunks or their imitation, walls of calm gray, beige, green tones.
A luxurious interior for lovers of gold and silver is created with matching walls.
Green kitchen - fashion trend modernity. This is especially true for nature lovers. A green corner in the kitchen is the dream of most housewives.
If in reality it is not realized, then you can create a visual effect that will please no less. After all, it does not need careful daily care.
The variety of finishing materials on the market allows you to choose the ideal option for each case. The choice is always individual, depends on many factors. For an adequate solution, first you need to study all types of wallpaper offer for walls and ceilings.
Wallpaper is one of the types of building finishing materials designed for interior walls and ceilings. In appearance, the wallpaper is a canvas that is tightly rolled into a roll.
The main dimensions of the wallpaper can be: length - 10 m, width - 0.53 - 1.06 m.
This is what the wallpaper displayed in the hardware store looks like now.
Originally, the word "wallpaper" was applied to skins or fabrics that were used to upholster the walls of a dwelling from the inside. Now there are a huge number of types of wallpaper, so everyone can choose any to their liking.
When the first wallpaper appeared - an excursion into history
About a thousand years BC, the first type appeared - this is a woven wallpaper. At first they were black and white, and only at the end of the 11th century AD did they acquire color.
In the Middle Ages, instead of wallpaper, tapestries were used, which occupied the entire wall from ceiling to floor. Tapestries were large canvases of fabric with images historical events and ancient battles.
Ancient English tapestry with the coats of arms of the knights of that era
Tapestries were only available to the wealthy, as they were made from high quality fabrics and were expensive. Beautiful and decorated dwellings were in vogue, so people covered the walls with cheap fabrics with drawings.
Cloths of fabric were usually attached to the wall with special brackets, but not glued in any way. So the woven wallpaper gradually became more elegant and thinner, images of plants, animals, scenes from the Bible appeared on them.
The use of tapestry in the interior
Gradually, wallpaper production began to take place in Europe. We built several factories that made custom wallpaper. The best artists were invited to create woven wallpaper.
Such wallpapers turned out to be very expensive, and then there was a need to find ways to reduce production costs. The famous artist Jan Van Eyck offered to apply drawings to the finished fabric, because it is cheaper and easier. This method gave rise to a new direction of production, now, printed wallpaper, which significantly helped to reduce their cost.
And already at the beginning of the 16th century, France and England began to produce new wallpapers in an industrial way. The first machine for the production of fabric wallpaper was invented in England. This also helped to keep the cost of the wallpaper down.
This is how the wallpaper on the walls used to look luxurious.
The birthplace of paper wallpaper is considered Ancient China, from there they came to us along with many useful objects such as paper, which appeared at the beginning of the 2nd century AD, porcelain, compass and silk. The Chinese decorated their walls with paper as soon as it was invented. They covered the passageways in the room with thick paper, as if dividing it.
For many years, the wise Chinese kept the papermaking process a closely guarded secret. In the 6th century, the Japanese were able to bring out their technology for the manufacture of wallpaper.
A room decorated with Chinese painted paper canvases
Further, already in the 8th century, the production of paper wallpaper passed to Europe. People got used to the strength and beauty of woven wallpaper, they wanted paper wallpapers to be of the same excellent quality. But the methods of making paper wallpaper would not allow this to be achieved. And the drawings were applied by hand, which increased the cost several times.
Once an Englishman with an inventive mind, by the name of Zahner, came up with an original way of making wallpaper so that it looks like matter.
The method was as follows: first prime the paper, and then sprinkle a lot of silk thread scraps on it. These silk threads dried out and adhered firmly to the paper.
Blue wallpapers are great backgrounds for pictures.
Enough time has passed, and in the 14th century another new method for drawing a picture on paper appeared. The workers made a printing plate out of wood, on which they applied layers of paint, then carefully applied the paper to it and finally rolled it with a roller.
Wallpaper with drawings from China has always been highly appreciated all over the world, they were not even influenced by the vagaries and variety of fashion. In Europe for the production of paper wallpaper long time England was considered the recognized leader.
The idea of our ancestors about the interior and wallpaper
Currently, there are various technologies for the production of wallpaper, a variety of materials. And only the ways of using such inventions have remained the same to this day - to decorate your home, to make it more comfortable and beautiful.
Types of modern wallpaper
Let's briefly consider all types of popular wallpapers, their pros and cons:
Today this type of wallpaper is very popular. This can be explained by many factors, for example, the fact that the material from which the wallpaper is made is natural, which means it is natural. In the manufacture of wallpaper, materials are never painted, even with a colorless varnish. Therefore, a distinctive feature of bamboo wallpaper has become natural color and the naturalness of the surface itself.
An example of an interior made on the basis of bamboo and wood combinations
can be a great decoration for your walls, natural and eco-friendly.
Pros of bamboo wallpaper: can be used indoors and outdoors; long service life (can be up to 10 years); wallpaper has excellent heat and sound insulation properties; do not lose color when exposed to sunlight; resistant to mechanical stress; due to their large width, they can be glued both horizontally and vertically, and so on.
Cons of bamboo wallpaper: it is difficult to hide the connection points; having joined the drawing, it is also difficult to make a cross section, because it often has irregularities; for the sticker you need a special organic glue with an unpleasant odor.
Conventional paper wallpapers have excellent breathability and moisture permeability. Such wallpapers are not recommended for use in rooms where there is constantly high humidity and strong odors. The material is capable of performing both decorative and hygienic functions. Paper wallpaper can give the walls a beautiful look, mask irregularities, cracks and pores that are on the surface.
The use of paper wallpaper in high-tech style, modern minimalism
- a section of the site dedicated to paper wallpaper. It is recommended to look here for more complete information on this topic.
Pros of paper wallpaper: simple manufacturing technology; low price and a huge range of patterns and designs offered.
Cons of paper wallpaper: the wallpaper quickly loses its freshness, darkens; can not be cleaned with detergents (wet), only dry cleaning; fast abrasion.
Vinyl wallpaper consists of two layers - the upper one is made of polyvinyl chloride, which can withstand mechanical stress and dirt, and the lower one is of paper or non-woven quality. Top layer vinyl wallpaper decorated with illustrations or embossing. Finishing materials of this class always come out very reliable, strong and durable.
The texture of bright red vinyl wallpaper is visible to the naked eye
- a separate range of articles in the context of PVC wallpaper. More detailed information on this type of wallpaper.
Pros of vinyl wallpaper: vinyl wallpaper is elastic and dense; moisture resistant (they are well cleaned and washed), can be washed with a brush or wiped with a damp cloth; do not fade in the sun; durable; rich decorative structure.
Cons of vinyl wallpaper: Vinyl wallpaper has one but serious drawback - it is airtight. Some versions have special micropores that allow the wallpaper to "breathe", but such wallpapers are in the most expensive segment of the market.
Wood is one of the best finishing and building materials. Although the abundance of new building and finishing materials is off scale, the tree does not lose its relevance. More recently, the usual lining for interior work has been replaced by wooden wallpaper, which can give style and personality to the house. The wallpapers are small and rather thin wooden planks.
Bedroom design made using wood finishing materials
Wallpaper made of wood has great decorative possibilities, and they also allow the walls to "breathe". Such wallpapers themselves do not require much maintenance. But the disadvantage of wooden wallpaper is that it does not tolerate moisture, because of it, the joints can swell, which will ruin the design with a sloppy look.
Metallic wallpaper is a relatively new type of wallpaper. They differ from others in their interesting properties and features that other wallpapers do not have. The main function of such wallpapers is, of course, beauty and unusual appearance. But the uniqueness lies in the ability to extinguish the electrical radiation that emanate from the TV, refrigerator, computer and other electrical appliances in the house.
An interior that, in addition to wallpaper with the use of metal, has absorbed objects of different styles
Pros of metallic wallpaper: ease of cleaning (you can simply wipe it with a cloth); very beautiful appearance, since such wallpapers are mainly made for silver or gold, they have a shine; easy to install (glued in the same way as paper wallpaper) and climate control in the room.
Cons of metal wallpaper: the surface on which such wallpaper will be glued must be perfect, the walls suffer from mechanical damage and do not "breathe" at all.
Increasing popularity among a huge number of different wallpapers today they buy - cork wallpaper. The most important feature is that such wallpapers are made from natural wood, or rather from the bark of a cork tree, they have energy-saving and sound-insulating properties. Cork wallpaper is fireproof, durable and dust-repellent.
Using cork wallpaper in the interior of an ordinary room
- environmentally friendly and natural finishing material, moreover soft and durable.
Pros of cork wallpaper: incombustibility; high level of noise absorption; resistance to mechanical damage; the ability to combine colors and textures in one room; resistance to detergents; the ability not to absorb odors; the ability not to electrify, not to fade over time.
Cons of cork wallpaper: vulnerable to excess moisture (they can swell strongly if the coatings are poorly processed) and relatively high prices, since the wallpaper is made of natural material.
Textile wallpapers always look expensive and beautiful, as they pay tribute to the past. The basis of such wallpaper is ordinary non-woven, and a layer of another material is applied on top, for example, it can be viscose, linen, silk or cotton. The cost remains at an average level.
Luxurious retro style interior with textile wallpaper
- a modern idea of fabric wallpaper, popular types of finishing material.
Pros of textile wallpaper: UV resistance; high aesthetic quality; environmental friendliness; sound absorption; high thermal insulation.
Cons of textile wallpaper: complexity of installation; easily and quickly get dirty; reduced strength; absorb odors; dry cleaning.
Non-woven
A wide variety of materials is now offered for pasting the walls of any premises, and non-woven wallpapers are especially popular among them. After all, one of the elements of the interior is wallpaper, they help in every room, be it an apartment or an office, to create a comfortable and cozy atmosphere. The basis of non-woven wallpaper is cellulose fibers and various additives to them.
You can use non-woven wallpaper in any room, and even in the kitchen
- modern wallpaper long length, high-quality adhesion to walls, wear-resistant and environmentally friendly.
Pros of non-woven wallpaper: resistance to ignition; dense structure; do not impede air circulation; convenient installation, ease of gluing; you can repaint the wallpaper; do not absorb dust; ease of care.
Cons of non-woven wallpaper: susceptible to mechanical damage; embossed areas of wallpaper can collect dust; the price is quite high.
Recently, photowall-paper is becoming more and more popular as an element of interior decor. There is just a huge selection of photo wallpapers with different images, you can also make such wallpapers to order with the photo that you would like to see on your wall. Such non-standard wallpapers can easily decorate your interior, make the design of this room original and unique.
The successful use of photowall-paper allows you to qualitatively transform the atmosphere in the room
- are able to revive any interior with their presence, beautiful, elegant, easy to use.
Pluses of photowall-paper: very interesting and beautiful appearance; smooth texture; durable and easy to apply; you can choose from options, or you can make it to order.
Disadvantages of photo wallpaper: the wall must be perfectly smooth and even in order for the wallpaper to look good; the image may get bored after some time; some wallpapers are made of poor quality and made of cheap material, after a certain time they can exfoliate.
If you have started a renovation and your soul wants something creative and new, then you definitely need to pay attention to liquid wallpaper. In the CIS countries and Europe, many people actively use them, therefore, hardware stores very often offer this type of wallpaper to customers.
The interior of the children's room, made with liquid wallpaper
- modern decorative plaster is called "liquid wallpaper", it is easy to apply and looks great.
Pros of liquid wallpaper: dry quickly; consist of natural materials e.g. silk, cotton and textile fibers; help to hide irregularities, seams and roughness; are flexible and allow the walls to "breathe".
Cons of liquid wallpaper: should not be used in rooms with very high humidity, such as a bathroom or hallway; subject to mechanical damage.
Everyone remembers from childhood that it is impossible to paint on the walls, because it is difficult to fix it. Nowadays, wallpaper for painting has appeared, and everything has become much easier. The choice of such wallpapers is very large, they can be with or without pictures. Wallpaper is painted for painting well and dries quickly.
Modern interior made using paintable wallpaper
- what kind of paintable wallpapers are, why they are good and why they are universal, all the answers are in a special section.
Pros of paintable wallpaper: no need to level the walls before wallpapering; economical; you can zone the room and change the color of the walls whenever you want, without changing the wallpaper.
Cons of paintable wallpaper: you still need to prepare the walls before gluing, you can paint the wallpaper only 12 hours after gluing; do not tolerate chemistry when cleaning, detergents are prohibited; should not be used in rooms with very high humidity.
From year to year, the modern market expands its construction assortment in order to satisfy consumers, take into account their taste and material capabilities, thereby offering them a variety of wall coverings. These new wall coverings include fiberglass. Very often they can be found in hotels in Turkey, pay attention to them while traveling.
Glass fiber allows you to create a simple and understandable design
Pros of fiberglass: strength, resistance to any impact; moisture resistance; the possibility of accumulating electric charges (dust does not accumulate); easy to clean; let the walls "breathe".
Cons of fiberglass wallpaper: can be glued only on perfectly flat surfaces, which must be carefully prepared before gluing; can be glued only on special and expensive glue; when gluing, it is necessary to apply increased safety measures: wear gloves and a respirator, because glass particles can get into Airways, after painting, the wallpaper ceases to be dangerous to humans.
In the modern construction market, there is a very large number of various interesting wallpapers, both in structure and in appearance, but everyone should choose those wallpapers that they like, suit and like. Banal thesis, but damn correct.
Wallpaper is the most common decoration material. More than 90% of the walls are finished with wallpaper. There are a wide variety of wall murals.
According to the material from which they are made, the wallpaper is divided into:
- paper
- non-woven
- vinyl
- fabric or textile
- fiberglass wallpaper
- the liquid wallpaper
- exotic types: quartz, cork, metallized
In relation to humidity, there are 2 types of wallpaper:
- moisture resistant
- non-moisture resistant
In appearance, wallpapers are:
- smooth
- embossed or embossed
There are plain and patterned wallpapers; with a rapport, that is, a repeating pattern, or without a rapport. There are wallpapers, a drawing or a photo on which you can choose from the available ones or order individually. Wallpapers come in various colors, and if you wish, you can purchase paintable wallpapers and paint them in the desired color yourself.
With so much variety, how do you choose the right wallpaper for your apartment? Consider different types of wallpaper.
Main types of wallpaper
Paper
They are made of paper with a print applied to it, that is, a pattern. They can be single-layer (simplex) and two-layer (duplex). Most often, the drawing is applied by typographic method. For extra-class wallpapers, hand printing is used. To prevent the drawing from fading, some types of paper wallpaper are covered with a primer. In addition to smooth wallpaper, there are paper wallpapers with a textured surface. They are colored and white, such wallpaper white used for painting. There are also embossed paper wallpapers and even corrugated duplex wallpapers.
Advantages of paper wallpaper:
- they are air and moisture permeable;
- well mask small irregularities in the surface of the wall.
Disadvantages:
- low strength, especially when gluing;
- they cannot be used in rooms with high humidity
Non-woven
Non-woven fabric is a material made from a mixture of natural (cellulose) and chemical (polyester) fibers. This material was invented in Germany for use in the garment industry. Later they began to use it for wall decoration. It is more durable than paper and more moisture resistant.
Advantages of non-woven wallpaper:
- they are environmentally friendly, breathable;
- such wallpaper is easy to stick, since you only need to apply the glue to the wall surface. You do not need to grease the wallpaper with glue;
- if desired, they can be repainted many times;
- non-woven wallpaper mask the unevenness of the surface of the walls;
- they have good sound insulation;
- non-woven fabric does not deform when the glue dries after gluing the wallpaper on the wall;
- the wallpaper can be easily detached from the wall during subsequent renovations.
Disadvantages:
- this wallpaper is pretty transparent. When gluing light-colored wallpaper, you need to prepare the wall so that there are no contrasting spots on it, the wall should be light in color. A dark wall needs to be primed;
- Non-woven wallpaper is not moisture resistant, it cannot be washed.
Vinyl
This is the most durable type of wallpaper. They have 2 layers and are on a paper or non-woven base. The top layer is made of polyvinyl chloride. This material is resistant to mechanical stress and dirt. There are vinyl wallpapers that are embossed or smooth. Hot stamping wallpapers have several varieties:
- compact vinyl imitates various materials - stone, embossed plaster or textiles
- silk-screen printing allows you to realize a wide variety of design ideas. They have a smooth texture and a pleasant shine. Only used on well aligned walls
- chemically embossed wallpaper has high UV resistance, excellent strength and water resistance
Advantages of vinyl wallpaper:
- their outstanding strength;
- the ability to wash with household detergents;
- resistance to UV rays;
- this wallpaper smooths out the unevenness of the wall well.
Disadvantages:
- the main disadvantage of vinyl wallpaper is its insecurity. When burned, they release toxic substances containing chlorine compounds. In Europe, these wallpapers are prohibited for use in public buildings.
Textile
This coating consists of 2 layers. The bottom is paper or non-woven, and the top is a textile material. It can be silk, linen, rayon or other fabrics. Fabric wallpaper is the most sophisticated type of wall decoration. They can be of various colors, fabric textures, be monochromatic or have a pattern.
Advantages of textile wallpaper:
- environmental friendliness, this wallpaper is good air permeability;
- a wide variety of colors and fabric structures will satisfy the most demanding designer;
- the seams between the wallpaper stripes are almost invisible. You can create a solid wall effect.
Disadvantages:
- absorb odors well, attract dust;
- require careful handling, they can be easily damaged by children or pets;
- the wall under such wallpaper should be perfectly flat; the pasting process requires special skills. It is advisable to entrust the pasting of walls with fabric wallpaper to professionals.
Fiberglass
This species appeared not so long ago. Wallpaper is made of fiberglass, which is produced on special machines from quartz sand, dolomite, soda and limestone. They are absolutely safe and hypoallergenic. You need to glue the fiberglass wallpaper on the cleaned wall with a special very strong glue. Usually they are used for painting. These wallpapers have several types of weaving patterns: twill weaving (Christmas tree), matting, parquet, rhombus, jacquard.
Advantages:
- very durable, service life up to 30 years;
- do not burn and do not emit harmful and hazardous substances. Compliant with European safety standards;
- moisture resistant - Glass wallpaper can be used even in the bathroom and other rooms with high humidity;
- can be washed even with a stiff brush.
Disadvantages:
- low plasticity;
- difficult to separate from the wall;
- used only for painting.
Liquid wallpaper is called decorative plaster... A special dry mixture is diluted with water and applied to the wall. The result is a continuous decorative coating. It can be smooth or textured. Unfortunately, a small number of colors of such wallpapers are still produced.
Advantages:
- environmentally friendly, safe;
- do not fade;
- high degree of noise insulation;
- lack of joints.
Disadvantages:
- afraid of water;
- damage must be repaired with a special repair compound;
- a small variety of colors.
Quartz
This is a new, unusual type of wallpaper. Quartz sand is applied to the non-woven base and an interesting wall covering is obtained. The sand can be of different shades, and if necessary, they can be repainted. This wallpaper contains only natural ingredients. It is not necessary to glue quartz wallpaper in damp rooms.
Advantages:
- quartz is a non-combustible material, therefore wallpaper has excellent fire resistance;
- wallpaper is easy to stick, form a continuous canvas, on which the joints are invisible;
- it is a very durable and abrasion-resistant wallpaper;
- environmental friendliness of the material allows them to be used in any premises;
- quartz wallpaper will not fade. They are painted to the full depth of the decorative layer, so slight scratches and abrasions are invisible on them.
Disadvantages:
- insufficient moisture resistance does not allow their use in damp rooms;
- they have a rough surface that not everyone likes.
With so many different types, how do you find the right wallpaper for your home or apartment?
How to choose wallpaper
For wet rooms vinyl or fiberglass wallpaper is suitable. If the room has low air humidity, then any type of wallpaper will do.
For a children's room, wallpaper should be safe, easy to clean, and pleasant to the touch. It is best to paste over it with non-woven wallpaper. An interesting option is fiberglass wallpaper. They are environmentally friendly and durable. They can be repainted if the child gets dirty, or just wants to change the appearance of the walls. Or you can give the teenager the opportunity to paint such walls himself. You can paste over the nursery and paper wallpaper. They breathe, are pleasant to the touch, but it will not be possible to remove traces of paints or felt-tip pens from them.
The bedroom will be very cozy if it is pasted over with textile wallpaper. Non-woven and paper wallpapers will also be appropriate in this room. And it is better to refuse vinyl wallpaper. They do not breathe and may have an unpleasant odor.
You can decorate the hall, corridor or kitchen with liquid wallpaper. Quartz wallpaper is usually used in expensive office premises, you can paste over with them some rooms in the apartment, such as an office.
Which wallpaper to choose depends on the size of the room. For example, in small rooms striped wallpaper looks good. A horizontal strip will visually expand the room, and a vertical one will make the ceiling higher. Moreover, wide vertical stripes will not only raise the ceiling, but also visually increase the area of the room. Large patterns on the walls in such a room will be inappropriate, but a small pattern will make the room more voluminous. Light colors of the wallpaper will also visually expand such a room.
After you determine which wallpaper is best for each room in the apartment, you need to imagine how these wallpapers will be combined with each other. It is desirable that color solutions all rooms were in harmony with each other. Then it will be comfortable to be in any room of the apartment.
According to Finewall.ru