You have purchased a home or decided to renovate it, and to decorate the walls you chose the traditional option for our country - wallpapering. Plain wallpaper with all their diversity, they will help to realize the most daring ideas. You just need to figure out how to choose the best option.
Kinds
If you want to buy not just beautiful wallpaper for walls, but also a high-quality, durable product, then it’s worth understanding the classification of wallpaper:
- Based on the type of surface, they can be divided into two groups: smooth and textured (with embossing, a small carved pattern, a pasted pattern or any other relief).
- By the number of layers - single-layer and multi-layer.
- According to the degree of gloss - matte and glossy. The shine may be slight or highly reflective.
- According to the density of the canvases: light with a density of less than 110 g/m2 (most often single-layer), medium (110-140 g/m2) and heavy with a mass of more than 140 g per 1 m2 (thick multi-layer).
- Based on moisture resistance, wallpapers are divided into:
- ordinary, intolerant of contact with moisture;
- moisture-resistant with a special moisture-protective layer. They can be wiped with a damp cloth;
- Washable, cleanable using various cleaning solutions. There are also super-washable wallpapers, which can even be treated with powders with abrasive particles and brushes.
Material
It depends on the material how the wallpaper will be pasted, adhered, and look over time:
- Paper wallpaper are the most budget-friendly ones available in stores. At the same time, they have a huge selection of colors and shades, and even come with a textured surface. There are two types: simplex (single-layer) and duplex (double-layer)
- Non-woven wallpaper. Manufactured on the basis nonwoven fabric with natural or synthetic fibers- non-woven fabric. The lower the density of such wallpaper, the longer it stretches. This important aspect when performing repairs.
- Vinyl wallpapers are made by applying foam vinyl to a paper or non-woven base. There are products both smooth and with large embossing. Finishing with a large ornament will look good in the hall country house with a high ceiling.
- Fabric wallpaper are obtained by applying a layer of fabric to a layer of paper or non-woven fabric. Through use different types fabrics such as silk, viscose, linen, cotton and others, they can have a smooth, textured, or silky structure.
- Technique for creating acrylic wallpaper similar to vinyl. Only acrylic is applied to the paper or non-woven layer. But it cannot cover the entire surface of the base, so the texture of the wallpaper is only embossed.
- Popular liquid wallpaper in the world They are just beginning their journey in the market of our country. This is a mixture of glue and various fibers with additives, which must be applied to the walls with a spatula.
- Glass wallpaper are created by interweaving glass fibers in the form of different patterns. They are very durable, so it is advantageous to use them in new houses: during shrinkage, you can not be afraid of cracks and tears in such material. They are coated with paint to obtain different shades.
- Wallpaper made from natural materials. They are made using cork veneer, bamboo or metal foil with various patterns.
Dimensions
Russian stores offer wallpaper in two widths:
- half-meter(mostly cheaper wallpapers are presented in this category). Their width is 53 cm with slight deviations;
- meter(they are faster to glue on the wall).
The length of wallpaper in a roll is usual for Russian buyers - 10 meters.
Dimensions vary depending on the material. Paper wallpaper is standard half-meter and meter, in a roll of ten meters. Non-woven fabrics have roll lengths up to 25 meters. Acrylic and vinyl wallpapers They are made 70 cm wide with a standard ten-meter length.
Fabric ones start with a width of 70 cm due to the manufacturing features.
And when buying expensive fabric wallpaper, they will count you not in rolls, but in linear meters.
Colors
Light shades are considered optimal: white, beige, gray. It is easier for a novice amateur designer to work with them, and professional designer In this case, the imagination of interiors is limitless. But don't be afraid to use colored wallpaper. It’s just worth exploring the beneficial combinations of shades a little deeper:
- Yellow gives a feeling of joy, symbolizes energy and intelligence. Suitable for decorating a kitchen, office for extraordinary individuals.
- Shades of blue decorate the bedroom. This is the color of peace and is also ideal for marine theme. But don’t get carried away with dark blue variations – they can add gloominess.
- Pink, delicate peach, sand wallpapers are the most versatile and give a feeling of space, comfort and warmth.
- Olive, lilac, red gold - many are afraid to use such complex shades. But you just need to choose the right combination.
- Olive color gloomy for a nursery, but in a living room or bedroom in combination with green, beige or pale blue it can look very fresh and fashionable.
Varieties of red, orange, gold should not be used on all walls; just one accent will add unique character to your home.
Style
Plain wallpapers are great for decorating interiors designed in different styles:
- Wallpaper in Scandinavian style, usually, light shades, without pronounced ornament, it is possible to use natural materials.
- In the classics, light shades with gilding, glitter, and shimmer are preferred.
- Decor in the style of oriental countries - brighter and plain walls can be combined with trim with a textured floral pattern (for example, Turkish cucumbers).
- The Baroque and Rococo styles are similar, but Rococo has more delicate shades. It is better to decorate large rooms in a classic or palace theme.
- Modern style involves plain wallpaper in cool shades for bedrooms, and warm and rich colors in living rooms and halls. The texture can be leather, suede or even plaster. Eco-style is gaining popularity, where natural materials are appropriate. Loft-themed wallpaper can be painted or liquid, imitating metal, concrete, as well as brick and stone.
Decor
Decorating a room with wallpaper not only serves as decoration, but can also help hide imperfections. If there are unevenness and cracks on the walls, you can hide this by highlighting a smooth wall with a bright contrasting color or combining matte textures with glossy ones.
Vertical plain stripes of contrasting colors, such as gray and pink, will look very impressive in the living room, creating dynamics and mood. You can also vertically combine plain and patterned wallpapers, working in classic style or imitating a palace interior.
Horizontal combining also involves decorating plain wallpaper with borders. A darker finish with a bright pattern on the bottom can be separated from a solid light shade of the same range on top. The room will not seem squat. Or, on the contrary: a dark monochromatic bottom and a small floral ornament on top that is pleasing to the eye.
The decor under the plaster will be well emphasized by bright photo wallpapers. And the texture is embossed rich color will decorate a niche in a room with light, uniform walls.
Design
For each room, designers have their own techniques. The bedroom should be cozy, conducive to rest and tranquility. Pastel shades without patterns predominate here. If you decide to highlight one of the walls with color or texture, then the entire interior should be expressed in calm colors.
There is a lot of movement, conversations, and activities in the living room. Therefore, you can add brightness to the interior or zone the room using calm and rich shades in combination.
How to choose?
Let's formulate the rules for choosing wallpaper:
- Decide on the purpose of the purchased product. For rooms with low ceilings will fit bright hues, embossing with vertical lines and small ornaments. IN the living room is suitable non-woven covering, vinyl for the hallway and kitchen, and mostly paper or natural materials for the children's room.
- If there is a relief pattern, then adjustment will be required. And the number of wallpapers should be increased.
- Pay attention to the size of the rolls.
- For different materials exist specialized adhesives. Using the wrong composition can ruin the entire repair. Also, the methods of applying glue differ. For paper, glue is applied to the wallpaper, and for non-woven fabric - to the wall.
- Wallpaper density must be at least 110 g/m2. Otherwise they are very easy to tear.
- At the time of purchase, you must check all rolls by color. It must be identical. Because the manufacturer may supply slightly different shades in different batches.
- For rooms located on the sunny side, it is better to choose wallpaper that fades little.
For some of the intricacies of choosing plain wallpaper, see the following video.
Advantages and disadvantages
Paper wallpaper is budget-friendly, environmentally friendly (good for a child’s room), easy to apply, but cannot be washed and fades badly. Waterproof wallpaper is easy to clean, but does not allow air to pass through (it is better not to use it in bedrooms). Fabric wallpaper is expensive and difficult to use, although it is very effective in the interior.
You can add sophistication and originality to even a simple interior. A design that is not overloaded with unnecessary accents and details creates a feeling of freshness and spaciousness. This is why plain wallpapers are incredibly popular.
Assortment of shades and textures
The advantages of the canvases from our catalog are modernity, durability and versatility. You can choose canvases for the living room, hall, bedroom and kitchen. We offer wall coverings trusted brands: Paravox(Germany), ArtHouse(Great Britain), Chivasso(Holland), Carey Lind(USA), Loumina (Russia), etc.
Features of monochromatic collections:
- roll widths are 0.52, 0.53, 0.68, 0.70 and 1.06 meters;
- the length of the canvas varies from 10 to 25 meters;
- The catalog contains non-woven, paper and vinyl wallpapers for walls of various colors (with photos);
- cost from 1800 rubles per roll.
Models with vertical lines are perfect for rooms with low ceilings. Wallpaper with ornaments will fit into the interior of the room. The geometric pattern will brighten up unevenness and other defects of the walls.
Where is it profitable to buy wallpaper?
Visit our store in Moscow and choose plain non-woven, paper or vinyl wallpaper at a competitive price. You can also buy your favorite wall coverings online. Within 2 hours after completing the application, the manager will call you to clarify the method of payment and delivery. We accept payment in cash and card, online banking and electronic account.
