What to choose wallpaper for the bathroom?

The bathroom is a place where you can cool off before the day begins and relax after a busy evening. The color and texture of surface materials play an important role in creating a comfortable atmosphere. One of the tools in decorating a bathroom is wallpaper.

Proper selection and availability of good ventilation allow you to use wallpaper in the design of the bathroom.

Before buying, you should carefully review the information on the packaging of the goods. It indicates the marking and describes the detailed instructions for their gluing. Marking determines the durability of products.

Wall-paper for a bathroom on properties differ on the following types:

• Moisture-resistant coatings - their surface can be cleaned and washed with a soft cloth.
• Washable samples can be washed with water or an aqueous solution, with a low detergent content.
• Resistant wallpaper resistant to detergents and sponges.
• Wear-resistant can be cleaned using detergent solutions and a brush.
• Self-adhesive cloths are distinguished by the fact that they already have an adhesive surface, they do not need to be applied glue. They are not only for walls, such wallpaper can be glued to furniture and objects.

There is a special category of moisture-resistant wallpaper, which are made with the possibility of their coloring, they fit the quality paint.

Another one of the original ways of finishing the bathroom is gluing wallpaper not only on the walls, but also on the ceiling.

When finishing the bathroom, the usual tiles and plastic panels can be replaced with wallpaper. They are more interesting due to its cost, color and original materials of manufacture. They can be easily re-glued during deformation.

According to the material of manufacture there are the following types:

• Paper wallpaper - eco-friendly, they are easy to handle, but quickly absorb moisture. For use in the bathroom, they will not fit.

• Vinyl - This is a two-layer wallpaper.The primary base may be paper, fabric or non-woven, the upper decorative layer is made of polyvinyl chloride. It is polyvinyl chloride that provides wall coverings with moisture resistance. Vinyl wallpapers are divided into foam, flat and dense models.

1. Foamed the surface is dense and relief, has a pronounced pattern, suitable for painting, can imitate ceramic tiles or other hard coatings.
2. Flat wallpaper in contrast to the foam samples are very thin and have no relief. This effect is achieved by applying a pattern and embossed vinyl under hot temperature. Look expensive and stylish.
3. Dense models are resistant to abrasion and moisture resistant. They are made of solid vinyl by hot stamping, due to the decoration they can mimic textiles and leather.

• Flizelinovye Fabrics are non-woven material based on cellulose fibers. They are held together by polymers. Several layers of non-woven fabric are pressed and impregnated with chemical composition. They do not need to additionally apply glue.When sticking, they only process the walls, which helps to keep the shape of the wallpaper.
• Cork Wallpaper is made from cork, more precisely from its bark. This material is very durable and has good insulating properties. Available in the form of panels, rolls, wallpaper. Panels and rolls have a cork base and a veneer surface soaked in wax. Cork coatings, in turn, have a paper base and a veneer top layer. Can be a natural shade or painted.
• Liquid Wallpaper is a dry mix of silk, cotton, bamboo fibers. It is mixed with water and applied to the primed surface of the walls. Additionally, you can cover a special varnish. You do not need to think about the joints, the coincidence of the pattern, the selection of glue. Such wallpapers will help to create an original look even in the simplest bathroom.

• Glass fiber They consist of fiberglass, they can be painted, glued both on the walls and on the ceiling. This will require a special glue. These wallpapers look very beautiful, aesthetic, eco-friendly and resistant to moisture. The price is more expensive than other wallpapers, but they will also last longer;
• Bamboo Wall-paper will be suitable for a bathroom in the event that to combine them with more moisture-resistant cloths and to place far from moisture sources. Natural material can deform when in contact with water and swell.
• Another unusual element of the decor - the so-called "Stone wallpaper". Silicone and polyurethane matrices imitate such hard surfaces as stone, brick, slate and others. They may have different reliefs and colors. Suitable for installation in the bathroom, perfectly tolerate high humidity conditions.

• Metallized Wall-paper represents two-layer cloths, where the basis from fabric or paper, and the top covering from aluminum foil. Suitable for well-ventilated rooms;
• Moisture resistant Photo wallpaper will help to diversify the interior of the bathroom. Distinguish self-adhesive, moisture-resistant fabric-based and made of polyvinyl chloride, with a glossy or matte surface.
• Oilcloth made of synthetic materials, so it is not afraid of water. Suitable for any flat surface, be it a wall, mirror or tile. Oilcloth is produced on a paper, fabric backing or even without a base. It can be embossed or foamed.Usually oilcloth has a low price.

The width of the domestic production of wallpaper 53 and 106 centimeters. In everyday life from called half meter and meter. European manufacturers produce wallpaper widths from 70 to 100 cm.

Paper rolls are mainly produced in a half-meter version; vinyl wall coverings on non-woven base are made wider.

Typically, the standard length of one roll is 10.05 cm. 15-meter rolls are found among vinyl wallpapers 53 cm wide. For meter vinyl wallpapers, a length of 25 meters is used. Non-standard wallpapers 50 meters long are encountered.

When calculating the number of rolls, it is necessary to consider the height of the ceiling and the number of sheets in one package.

Acquire products is recommended only after you have thought out the overall style in the bathroom. The color of the wallpaper in the bathroom is important to combine with the color of the floor, furniture and other small items. Even such a detail as towels or rugs can play a significant role in the design.

Cork and bamboo wallpapers have a natural color. Such coatings will suit lovers of natural shades and natural themes.

Oilcloth and photo wallpaper will give the beauty of bright photos and drawings. You can make canvases using your photos. The main thing is to choose the type of surface - matte or glossy. Gloss is suitable for bright colors. Matte finish will be appropriate with more restrained shades, with pastel tones.

For stone wallpaper is characterized by the use of gray, brown, sand, dark shades. Glass wallpaper can be painted after gluing. And liquid wallpaper is already sold in color.

Versions with a multi-colored pattern will help to hide the irregularities and defects of the wall, solid colors, on the contrary, should be purchased for smooth walls.

Large patterns will visually reduce the size of the room. Therefore, if the area of ​​the bathroom is small - choose light wallpaper with a small pattern. In a more spacious bathroom, you can experiment with bright colors and large patterns.

Blue shades visually expand the room and give a feeling of freshness. Soft pink, pastel colors will be pleasing to the eye and will produce a calming effect. Green color will help to cheer up in the morning and relax before bedtime. Shades of yellow will cheer up and set up in a positive way.

It will be interesting to use a two-color bathroom wall decoration. The wall can be divided into two parts, to make a dark bottom and a bright top. Or adjoining walls arrange in different colors.

The modern market is replete with wallpaper with different decor options.

On sale you can find paintings with the following design:

• embossed, convex or ordinary drawing patterns;
• geometric shapes of various forms;
• nature theme - landscapes, animals;
• floral motifs - flora, insects, fruits;
• sea ​​theme with the image of drops, waves, with coastal beaches, with dolphins;
• abstract and bright drawings;
• imitation of materials (fabric, mosaic, glass, wood, brick, metal).

Classic style is always relevant in the design of the bathroom. Classic is restraint, practicality and elegance in one bottle. White wallpaper, pastel shades will help create the appropriate interior. It is advisable to choose paintings with patterns or drawings of medium size.

If you want to create your own little Provence, then light wallpaper with small images of flowers and plants will come to the rescue.Color may vary, depending on your preference. Your choice - lavender, pink, green, blue, blue, brown, gray, all pastel gamma.

For high-tech style liquid wallpapers with original texture and models with geometric patterns are perfect.

In the forefront and pop art, use rich colors, large abstract paintings, wallpapers and wallpapers with an unusual texture.

Primary colors in the creation of marine style - a combination of white and blue, blue, green shades. And, of course, used wallpaper with thematic images.

To create a Japanese style, you can safely use bamboo or cork wallpaper, wallpaper.

Stone wallpaper, cork, wallpaper with natural motifs will help to create a country style. But in the modern style it is more appropriate to use monochrome variants without all the excesses.

Before purchasing wallcovering, decide on the appearance of the bathroom and style of decoration. Based on this, it is better to decide in advance what materials you will use in the repair.

It is more practical to combine wallpaper with other materials, for example, with tiled masonry or plastic panels.You can partially paint the walls using waterproof paints.

Of course, in the bathroom it is preferable to choose moisture-proof models. The leaders on this criterion are vinyl, glass and liquid wallpaper.

In general, there are several zones in terms of humidity.

• The very first of them is directly the surface of the bathroom, sink, shower. Naturally, nothing is glued to them.
• Next - the walls around the bathroom. Water drops and splashes fall on them. Here is perfect fit glass or liquid, durable, wear-resistant wallpaper.
• The third zone is located on the sides of water sources at a distance of half a meter; on these surfaces, waterproof, washable cloths of all kinds are applicable.

Taking into account all of the above types and features will help you make the final choice. It directly depends on the budget, room space, ventilation conditions, your individual preferences and creative ideas.

The undoubted advantages in the use of wallpaper:

• beautiful appearance;
• low price (compared to other finishing materials);
• a variety of textures and colors;
• easy to use, fairly easy to glue and can be removed if desired;
• possibility of combination with other materials.

Among the drawbacks, it is worth noting that, in the absence of good ventilation, the texture of the wallpaper will deteriorate, and deformations in the form of swelling, detachment, fungal growths and mildew may appear.

Among foreign manufacturers, good reviews from buyers received products from Germany (for example, Rasch, Novamur, Hohenberger), Italy (4 Seasons, Armani Casa, Giardini), Great Britain (Graham & Brown, Sanderson), Canada (Bluemountain).

Domestic factories are not inferior to foreigners in quality. Among the Russian factories, the following companies are worth mentioning: Moscow Wallpaper Factory, Saratov Wallpaper, Art, Palitra, Elysium, Eurodecor, Mayakprint, Silk Plaster, Antimarker, Interio Nova.

High-class products with exclusive design solutions are produced by Viktoria Stenova, Loymina, Malex Design.

To create a French interior in the bathroom used white wallpaper with a rich floral pattern. The upper part of the wall is decorated with wallpaper, and the lower part with plastic panels of snow-white color.This solution protects the coating from water ingress.

Wallpapers in harmony with the Provence style bathroom, towels and a hardwood sink. The combination of light and green tones creates an atmosphere of freshness, lightness and peace. It is an ideal place to relax after a hard day.

When skillfully applied, abstract drawings can transform a room beyond recognition. Fantasy pattern with modulations in dark green tones perfectly hides the irregularities of the wall. Even the presence of a window on this wall does not spoil the overall impression produced by the room. The color of the flooring and side walls harmonizes well with the photo wallpaper.

The classic-style bathroom is decorated in warm pastel colors. Wallpapers are not full of colors, they look restrained, however, due to the delicate color and relief texture with pearl flowers, they create a luxurious atmosphere.

Refinement in simplicity - so you can describe a bathroom with cork wallpaper. Nothing superfluous and screaming. No detail strains the eye.

It is in this setting that you can relax and unwind.

In order for the process and the result of finishing the bathroom to delight you, you should consider some recommendations when glueing wallpaper:

• Pre-calculate the height of the wall and the amount of the desired material. Purchase products from the same batch, otherwise the color may vary.
• Think over the style and combinations of wall covering with other materials (combination with tiles, with plastic panels).
• Thoroughly prepare the surface, clean and level wall - already 50% of your success. If necessary, apply putty and prime. If you can not align the walls - better buy embossed wallpaper.

• Before you begin, carefully read the instructions for the wallpaper and strictly follow the instructions.
• Choose a good glue, paint, protective varnish, read the rules of their application. When using low-quality glue wallpaper is often peeled off. Pay particular attention to the handling of the joints of the canvases.
• Do not air the room while working. Air flow will interfere with the adhesion of the fabric to the wall surface.
• It is desirable to entrust the gluing of glass, “stone” wallpapers to specialists.

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