Proper combination of wallpaper in the interior
Combining wallpaper - a fairly new design flow. It allows you to come up with a completely new design and create a unique interior of the room, to realize the wildest fantasies of both designers and ordinary people. Almost everybody can combine wallpapers, because wallpapering is not the most difficult process that you can conduct yourself.
Now, many manufacturers are starting to create their own variations on the theme of different wallpapers in the same room. Special kits and collections are created. However, often the buyer has his own opinion on the design of his apartment, everyone wants an experiment. Many people combine wallpapers not only with other wallpapers, but also with tiles or photo wallpapers.
Basic rules for combining
If you want to create a special composition using different types of wallpaper, you need to know about the main ways of combining:
- Horizontal combination. In apartments or private houses they prefer to abandon such an experiment. This usually causes associations with a hospital or an entrance. However, with the correctly chosen practical goal of such a design, it is possible to achieve a play of shades, which makes it possible to achieve comfort and coziness. One of the main principles when using horizontal alternation of colors is the presence of a certain structure, which can be easily seen and caught. This option does not tolerate randomness;
- Vertical combination. The combination of vertical stripes of various textures and colors gives an additional effect of high ceilings. Often this combination is used when dividing a room into zones. With this variant of combinations, two directions are distinguished: a combination of wallpaper of the same color, but of different shades, or diametrically opposite colors are used. The first option brings calm and comfort, the second is close to a strict style;
- Patchwork combination. Pieces of wallpaper as components merge into a single panel of a common style.There are two basic principles when applying this method of decorating a room: a combination of shades of the same color, or the pieces are completely diverse, but they are united by a common theme or idea. You can glue both overlap and end-to-end;
- Inserts from wallpaper. Usually, inlays are photowall-paper or a huge piece of a separate canvas to highlight a specific zone. Most often, a wall is used as a basis either with wallpaper for painting or simply painted. Technically, this method is the easiest, but you need to accurately determine the style and the desired result. Often these inserts are decorated with slats or just a frame;
- Creating an accent wall. One wall is made bright, the rest are made in more pastel colors.
There are several factors that confirm the need for this method of room decor:
- the allocation of zones in the same room;
- the ability to hide the shortcomings of the room;
- highlighting room features;
- creating an emphasis on a specific wall;
- visual effect of increasing the room;
- creating a point of focus;
- the possibility of creating a bedroom design under the exact wishes of the owner.
You can also highlight the basic rules when combining wallpaper:
- wall cloth must be strictly the same thickness;
- it is desirable to choose the wallpaper of the same width;
- it is desirable that all wallpapers are made from the same material;
- bright colors must be combined with neutral shades;
- the room can combine up to five shades of the same color;
- it is necessary to check the compatibility of colors in daylight;
- in the same room it is undesirable to use three or more different ornaments;
- if there is an accent wall, it must be perfectly aligned.
Popular combinations
There are a huge number of color combinations, as well as certain standards that will help to create it correctly with certain tastes.
Combination methods:
- Plain. Two shades complement each other;
- Complicated. Two colors that differ from each other;
- Extraordinary. Three or more shades.
Designers developed a color wheel. It is divided into sectors, where each sector - a certain shade. If you want to create a soft atmosphere, you need to choose those shades that are located next door on the color wheel.An example is the combination of yellow and yellow-green colors.
For active people and lovers of experiments it is better to create a bright interior. The main feature of this interior is the contrast. To obtain such a result, it is customary to choose colors that are located opposite each other on the wheel. An example would be combinations such as yellow with blue or green with red.
Such combinations are now quite common, especially in children's rooms.
Paired wallpaper
There is a huge amount of paired wallpapers that can already be sold in sets, or chosen by the buyer. For example, a combination of black and white. When combining such colors, you must remember that one of the colors should take up. It is desirable that there is more white than black.
Often attempts are made to combine only dark tones. It is quite difficult, because with the wrong selection of combinations, the room will be oppressive and will not create the necessary atmosphere. A good choice would be a combination of brown with green or red. Do not forget about the black, which can be used as the color of the patterns on the wallpaper.
Wall paper and wallpaper
Often with a certain layout of the wallpaper, you can find such a combination as lining the bottom and dark wallpaper above. This will give the apartment the effect of being in a wooden house. This style is most suitable for conservative people.
Also, the field for activity may be gray. It has a huge number of shades, and it is the game of shades that can truly create a unique futuristic room design.
To create a more comfortable atmosphere, it is better to choose a combination of warm colors and shades. However, it is worth remembering that warm colors make the room visually narrower. For courageous people, an excellent option would be a combination of different shades of red. If burgundy is dark for you, then it is better to choose pink wallpaper. You should not choose bright red wallpapers - they will press hard on your eyes and quickly get bored. With a pink color will be well combined purple.
Also often used is orange, which is recognized as the warmest color of all. It goes well with brown and caramel shades. Orange can create a warm atmosphere in any room. But it should not be much, so as not to get tired eyes.
With flowers
Horizontal combination looks great in any room. In the lower part, cloths with large-patterned patterns are usually glued, in a vertical strip, on top - wallpaper with flowers or in a small pattern. Between themselves, different types of wallpaper can be combined border. As it can be used a third type of wallpaper, molding, ceiling plinth or rail.
Color solutions
It is often difficult to determine the exact color that you want to see in the room. Each color carries a certain load, so when choosing colors it is necessary to know what the primary colors mean. Primary colors are most often used for companion wallpapers:
- Green. The color that leads to relaxation creates a feeling of unity with nature. It is best to use in the dining room, where the whole family is going;
- Blue. Color, meaning solidity, so it is most often used in the design of the workplace or office. In addition, blue shades create an atmosphere of calm and measured;
- Yellow. Bright color, which is associated with joy and something new. Preferably used in the hall;
- White. The most universal color, because it is combined with absolutely any color.
These four colors are the main and, according to the designers, will look good in any interior.
Professional Tips
When choosing combinations of colors for the decoration of a room, it is necessary to remember about the stylistic features of each of the areas:
- minimalism - monochrome combinations;
- pop art - the contrast of the active color with white or gray;
- Baroque and Classic - a combination of dark marsh and golden hues;
- modern - lime and burgundy;
- Country - imitation of natural materials and colors;
- avant-garde - contrasting plain wallpaper;
- modern style - bright yellow and a shade of a sea wave.
It should also be remembered that many elements of the decor emphasize the correctness of choosing a combination of wallpaper:
- textile;
- statues;
- furniture;
- photo frames;
- paintings on the walls.
The color of the wallpaper should show the advantages of the room, and not highlight its disadvantages. Therefore, for a small room should be a combination of light colors. For the big room, on the contrary, - dark shades. Two bright colors can not be combined. If you wish to share them in the same room, you must make the transitions or dilute the walls with interior parts.The combination of bright colors is always unusual.
It is also necessary to remember that a niche in the rooms can also be separated into a separate zone with the help of wallpaper. If this zone is working, then it can be accentuated with blue wallpaper. If this space is not planned as a separate zone, then you can stick there wallpaper of the same color, but of a different shade.
Stylish design ideas in the interior
There is a huge number of options that will be interesting for everyone. You can also highlight ideas for the design of each individual room.
In the living room is better not to use black and white. Dark wallpaper will create an atmosphere of gloom, and light will quickly stain. Best suited burgundy or blue, combined with soothing shades.
In the bedroom, the main thing is to create comfort, so there are no special rules. It is advisable to use two calm, close to each other tone.
The choice of wallpaper in the nursery - one of the most difficult. Do not use bright colors to avoid over-excitement. It is undesirable to use abstract drawings. Most often, children make out using white, blue and pink. Sometimes one wall is made brightusing wallpaper with the image of fairy-tale characters or with an ornament.
Countless options allow you to bring any, even the most courageous decisions to life. Proper combination of wallpaper - a pledge of excellent design of the room and a cozy interior.
On how to properly combine the wallpaper in the interior, see the following video.