Vinyl wallpaper in the interior

The modern market offers a wide selection of all kinds of wallpapers for every taste and budget. Among this variety, vinyl wallpapers stand out. It is a practical and beautiful wall covering. More and more buyers choose this type of wallpaper for its long service life, excellent quality and wide range of designs.

Vinyl wallpaper differs from other types in its composition. They have two layers - top and bottom. The upper layer, the main one, is polyvinyl chloride (vinyl), and the lower one is a paper or non-woven base, which is glued to the wall.

Both layers affect the strength and characteristics of the wallpaper. If the bottom layer is paper, such a product is worse in density and strength than on a non-woven base. As for the top layer, the look and feel of the vinyl is reflected in the thickness and appearance of the entire web, as well as in the way it is looked after.

Vinyl wallpapers are distinguished by a very rich selection of colors, patterns and embossing, which is why most designers prefer this particular wall covering. In addition, there are options that are designed for staining, which expands the possibilities for decorating a room.

To choose a wallpaper, you need to pay attention to the packaging. On it you can see special icons that indicate the material and quality of the wallpaper.

The letters indicate the material:

• BB - foamed vinyl (wallpaper was created using foaming technology);
• PV - flat vinyl (the wallpaper underwent additional pressing, as a result of which the surface became flat);
• PB - embossed vinyl (wallpaper is distinguished by a distinct relief, their basis is non-woven).

All vinyl wallpapers are divided into different types. Depending on the material of the lower layer, wallpaper based on paper and non-woven wallpaper is distinguished. The paper base is found on smaller rolls. The top, decorative layer of such wallpaper is most often made of foamed vinyl. Non-woven wallpaper serves as the basis for wide wallpaper, since paper wallpaper would not be able to hold their large weight.

Depending on the top layer, wallpaper is distinguished:

• Foamed;
• Dense, having a relief on their surface;
• Hot stamping;
• Silkscreen.

The most common type of wallpaper is foamed vinyl. During the manufacturing process, the vinyl composition undergoes volcanic foaming and is subsequently applied to a substrate. After that, the wallpaper is embossed under the press.

This type of canvases is the cheapest and simplest type of vinyl. They are distinguished by their clear relief. The roll width is usually 0.5-1 m. The pattern and texture can be made using a wide variety of colors, as well as with the addition of sparkles.

Foam vinyl wallpaper is highly susceptible to mechanical stress. The top layer peels off and deteriorates easily as it is very soft and airy. However, with careful use, such wallpapers will last a long time. They do not fade in the sun and can withstand light wet cleaning.

Another type of vinyl is dense, or embossed. Such material undergoes additional pressing. This adheres the vinyl to the backing and creates an embossed pattern.

The most common type of embossing is imitation of natural materials. They are made for stone, brick, tile, wood, plaster. An appropriate pattern is added to the embossing, so this type of wall covering looks as close as possible to a natural finish.

Dense vinyl wallpaper has a lot of advantages: it does not fade in the sun, it is quite easy to use when pasting walls, it is durable, does not deform under mechanical stress, and also has a sound-absorbing function.

Embossed wallpapers are washable, which makes the process of their use simple and convenient. They can withstand an almost endless amount of wet cleaning and are unable to absorb odors. You can choose such wallpaper by paying attention to the label and the corresponding sign. Most often they are chosen for the kitchen or for rooms where small children live.

Hot stamping wallpaper is one of the most modern types of wall covering. A hot press is used to make them. Under its influence, vinyl wallpapers acquire the desired embossing, and also become very durable in their qualities.

The rolls of such wallpaper are usually wide enough - from 1 m. The canvas is very dense to the touch, the embossing is perfectly felt, the relief is very pronounced. Such wallpapers are durable, do not wear out over time, are sufficiently moisture resistant, resistant to sunlight, do not fade under its influence, have the widest palette of colors and textures.

Another type of vinyl wallpaper is silkscreen. They are made by hot embossing vinyl, but fabric fibers are added during the manufacturing process to make the material look like silk.

The canvas is embossed to the maximum, so it is very thin and smooth. Such a thin, but embossed surface has the effect of color transfusion. This wallpaper is only suitable for very flat, well-finished walls without flaws. The slightest imperfection will be immediately visible through the wallpaper. Despite this shortcoming, silk-screen wallpapers are considered an elite product and have already won the love of many designers.

In some cases, combined wallpapers are used in the same room. One wall is pasted over with one type of wallpaper, and the other with another. This technique allows you to bring to life modern design solutions, making the room original and unique.

In order to correctly determine the number of rolls that will be required per room, firstly, you need to know the area of ​​the walls, and secondly, carefully choose the wallpaper in accordance with the dimensions indicated on the label.

Wallpaper is packaged in rolls. The thickness of the web affects the width of the roll diameter. The most popular width of the canvas is 53 cm. The length in such a roll is usually 10 m. This is the simplest and most inexpensive wallpaper.

If the base of the wallpaper is foamed vinyl, the roll width can be 1 m or 1.06 m. These are wide wallpapers, which are called meter wide. The length of the roll with this width is usually 10 or 25 m. The rolls of the same size are produced for painting. Wide wallpapers reduce the number of joints on the wall and speed up the process of pasting the walls, but at the same time make it more painstaking. Such wallpapers are heavy, so usually their base is non-woven.

Wallpaper with a width of 70 cm is gaining more and more popularity. This size is produced only by European manufacturers, and European quality is considered one of the best.

It is better to calculate the required number of rolls in advance and buy all the required volume at once. In case of fluctuations, the choice should be made upward, since different batches of wallpaper may differ in shade, which will clearly be striking on the wall.

Like any wallpaper, vinyl has its pluses and minuses.

Their undoubted advantages include:

• Beautiful appearance and a wide selection of all kinds of colors and textures. Vinyl wallpapers can be one-color and with patterns of different colors, with glitters, imitated under a stone, tile, fabric and other natural materials.
• The walls, covered with vinyl wallpaper, visually seem to be voluminous, which makes the room refined, cozy, and unique.

• Sound absorption is another plus of vinyl wallpaper, which is especially important for apartment buildings.
• Such wallpapers are able to hide the irregularities and imperfections of the walls. Small cracks, pits, bumps do not have to be removed before wallpapering, which will help save time and money on additional leveling materials.
• Durability. With the recommended wallpaper care, they can serve for many years without fading or deformation.

• Special types of vinyl wallpaper are resistant to mechanical stress and moisture, they can withstand wet cleaning, including detergents.
• When making their choice in the store, many are wondering whether certain wallpapers are harmful to health. Vinyl wallpaper is absolutely safe for humans. They do not emit harmful substances into the environment. However, when buying, you should always pay attention to the availability of quality certificates for the selected product. Only in this case can you be sure that the material will not harm your health.

Along with a lot of advantages, vinyl wallpaper has disadvantages:

• In the process of applying glue to the canvas, the material can swell, and after drying it can narrow, so for this procedure it is advisable to have experience in order to avoid uneven joints.
• They are airtight, so it is better not to use such wallpaper in rooms with high humidity, poor ventilation, as well as where small children live.
• Not the cheapest price. Among competing materials, there are options that are an order of magnitude cheaper. However, this price of vinyl is due to its high quality and long service life.
• Wallpaper in wide rolls is quite heavy and dense (their base is non-woven), so they dry for a long time and require more work when gluing.

Vinyl wallpapers are represented by a very rich selection of all kinds of designs, textures, colors and colors. Each buyer will be able to find a suitable option for himself.

Thanks to modern technologies, it is possible to apply any pattern to the surface of the canvas and make it in any color. In addition to the diverse color palette, you can also make your choice based on reliefs and structures.

Exclusive models offer matt or glossy surfaces. Often such a coating is produced in large, meter-long rolls, which can be glued horizontally rather than in the usual vertical way. With this method, only one seam remains on the wall.

The most beautiful and colorful vinyl wallpapers are silk-screened. The material resembles silk with its unique shine, the texture is almost weightless. With the help of silk-screen printing, canvases are also made that imitate leather.

Vinyl wallpaper is suitable for any room. For example, for a children's room, many options are available from high-quality material in rainbow colors. You can find canvases with educational drawings. Recently, wallpapers for coloring have been produced for children's rooms. For drawing on them, paints, felt-tip pens, and pencils are suitable. Such a canvas is easy to wash and return to its original form. Most often, they already have black and white drawings for creativity. In addition, adults have already come to love these wallpapers.For them, wallpapers with a complex pattern are produced, the coloring of which will serve as a good anti-stress.

In order to choose the right wallpaper for a certain room by color, you can follow several rules:

• It is advisable to choose light colors for dark rooms, where little natural light enters. This will help brighten the room.
• Dark wallpapers are good for very light rooms, so that dark shades soften the excess light a little. However, it is worth remembering that the dark color heats up quickly and cools down slowly, so it can get hot in the room.

• If the room has low ceilings, you can use the technique of visually enlarging them with vertical striped wallpaper. A narrow room will help to visually expand the walls in a horizontal strip.
• Drawing on the canvas can also affect the visual perception of space. A small ornament or a plain light wall helps to enlarge the room, and a large drawing and a plain dark wall, on the contrary, reduce it.

A bright poisonous color, appropriate, for example, in the style of pop art, is not suitable for rooms in which it is supposed to rest. He is able to irritate and excite a person. Therefore, red and orange shades are not recommended for bedrooms, despite the fact that sometimes it seems that only these colors are able to reflect the character and temperament of a person. For bright colors, a living room or dining room is suitable, where noisy feasts are held and guests are welcomed.

Cold shades should not be used in living rooms. They are considered good only for bathrooms or corridors. Such colors can provoke depression, induce fatigue and drowsiness, and sometimes even reduce immunity.

Black and white are not recommended for rooms where people rest and sleep. They can be used in the living room, in the kitchen. These colors have a strong "polarity" and can have a negative effect on a person's mood. For bedrooms, neutral pastel colors are the best option: beige, powdery purple, pink, green, yellow.

If the room is planned to be decorated in a certain style, the right wall covering can do most of this task. Different textures, colors and patterns are suitable for a particular style. Retro style involves a symmetrically repeating pattern with small flowers or abstract ornaments. Wallpaper with large flowers (peony, rose, sakura) in powdery pink or lilac shades or in a rhombus is suitable for the Provence style. The industrial style assumes wall decoration with natural materials: stone, brick, plaster. Monochromatic coatings are suitable for the minimalism style, preferably in white, black or metallic shades. The pop art style allows you to use and mix together bright multi-colored wallpapers or plain ones with large images on them.

Most vinyl wallpaper options are washable. Before wet cleaning, you should always pay attention to the packaging, which indicates whether this material is subject to such care and what degree of wetting it allows. Different types of canvases have different densities: porous or dense, respectively, allow different types of cleaning.

One wave can be seen among the signs on the label. It means that cleaning is permissible only with a damp, well-wrung out cloth. The three-wave icon permits wet cleaning with detergents. If a brush icon is added to the waves, you can use not only a rag, but also a brush to clean.

All vinyl wallpaper has a raised surface texture, so dust constantly settles on it. It must be removed with a dry sponge or vacuum cleaner. If you start with a damp wipe, dust may leave streaks.

To get rid of the dirt on the wallpaper, you can use plain water. For stubborn dirt, soapy water or alcohol will help. It is not recommended to use more aggressive chemicals (bleach, turpentine, thinner). They can permanently damage the coating. To be sure of the result, you can try the detergent on a small separate piece of wallpaper and see the reaction of the material to it. A rag or sponge should be chosen from natural materials so as not to damage the wallpaper.

When using detergents, complete cleaning by wiping with plain water and then with a dry cloth. Do not press hard on the sponge, so as not to deform the decorative layer of the coating.

Many countries are currently involved in the production of vinyl wallpaper. Each brand has its own strengths. Let's consider the most popular ones.

Among the Russian brands, one can single out the market leader - the Palitra company. This impressive factory produces a huge variety of wallpapers. With some of the companies leading the world market, she has signed contracts and organized joint production. For example, one of them is A. S. Creation (Germany).

Another popular Russian factory is Mayakprint. Recently, they are entering a new level of wallpaper production, for which they receive extremely positive customer reviews. The company takes a responsible approach to the quality of its products, as well as to the construction of the work process of the entire enterprise: careful selection of professionals, the use of domestic and foreign innovations in production.

One of the recognized leaders of domestic manufacturers is the Moscow Wallpaper Factory. Here, the products meet all modern quality standards, the production is constantly being modernized. Only high-quality materials are used in the manufacture of canvases. One of the most popular series of wallpapers are canvases depicting poppies and trees, which have become popular throughout Russia.

In general, reviews of Russian products are positive: a wide selection, high-quality canvases, ease of working with the material are presented. However, some buyers note that there may be defective rolls, in addition, the canvases are not dense enough, therefore, a perfectly flat surface of the walls is required, in addition, the wallpaper can shine through. Consumers who have chosen Russia as a country of manufacture of wall coverings are strongly advised to be careful about the batch number, since the shades of different batches may differ significantly from each other. It is best to immediately purchase the required number of rolls so that there are no troubles during the repair process.

Erismann stands out among German manufacturers on the market. This company has its own factory in Russia, so it is well known in our market. In addition, these products are of high quality, which Russian buyers have been satisfied with since the beginning of the 21st century.

Among the reviews about the Erismann company, there are extremely positive ones. Buyers note that these wallpapers are very durable, resistant to mechanical stress, they do not leave scratches, they are presented with a huge selection, they do not fade in the sun. In addition, it is easy to work with them in the process of pasting walls and subsequent maintenance. It is noteworthy that the joints of the paintings are practically not visible on the wall.

Italian brands belong to the class of exclusive, chic wallpapers. These products are distinguished by their particular chic, style and high quality. Most often, it is in Italy that new trends in the fashion of wall coverings, innovative technologies in production are born.Therefore, people who prefer to always remain at the height of fashion must definitely choose Italian wallpaper.

Among the Italian brands, the company Sergio Rosselini can be distinguished. These exclusive materials are popular all over the world, in the most elite and expensive houses in Europe and America.

Another well-known Italian company is Vincenzo. The products of this factory are distinguished by painted canvases with stunning patterns of high quality. With their help, you can create real works of art on the walls.

Reviews of Italian manufacturers are extremely positive. High quality is noted, one of the best on the modern market, unique textures and patterns on the canvas, which cannot be found on products of other countries, the density of the material, as well as ease when working with them.

Products made in China are among the affordable wallpapers. But this does not mean that these factories are producing poor quality wall coverings. All well-known Chinese brands strictly adhere to world quality standards. In addition, their canvases meet the latest fashion trends and always keep up with the times. Wallpapers from China are presented in a wide variety of styles, textures, patterns, colors. The most common version of Chinese wallpaper is paper-based, because in China they first thought of making this finishing material from paper, and factories have mastered this process to perfection. But non-woven wallpaper is also produced in the factories of the Celestial Empire.

However, among the reviews of Chinese products, there are both positive and negative opinions. On the positive side, there is a low price, a wide selection for every taste and density of the canvas. Negative ones include errors in instructions, average or below average quality, inability to adjust the drawing and difficulties during work, “capricious” material.

There are a great variety of vinyl wallpapers. Buying really good ones can be tricky.

Several tips can help you make a choice:

• First you need to understand what kind of room the wallpaper is needed for and what functions should be performed. If you plan to paste over the walls in the bathroom or kitchen, the coating must be washable and have the appropriate instructions on the packaging.
• In addition to moisture resistance, wallpaper should be suitable for the room in its texture and pattern. In one room, sometimes something that looks beautiful in another does not suit at all in style. For example, a wall imitating a brick looks beautiful in a hallway or living room in the loft style, but it does not fit at all in a child's room.

• An important factor is the color of the coating. Light colors help to expand the space, make the walls voluminous, dark ones, on the contrary, narrow, make some places more invisible. This property must always be taken into account, starting from the size and illumination of the room.

• The next important property is resistance to mechanical damage. It is worth considering who lives in the room and how many people. With small children, pets, a large number of people, the wallpaper must be dense and durable.
• When choosing wallpaper, great attention should be paid to their type and production method, especially if you plan to make repairs yourself. If there is little or no experience in working with wallpaper, paper-based wallpaper in rolls of small width is the best option, it is easiest to work with them. Do not start silk-screening right away. Such material is very capricious, the canvases are thin, often produced in meter rolls. In this case, it is better to entrust the repair to a professional.

Below are images with vinyl wallpaper in the interior. Here you can find wallpapers, different in colors and textures, made in various techniques, as well as used in various rooms: children's room, kitchen, living room, living room, bedroom.

You can see how to properly glue vinyl wallpaper in the next video.