Photowall-paper helps to decorate an interior, to make it brighter and more effective. When buying wall murals for room decor, you can’t use only the “just liked” principle. Be sure to take into account several important points: whether the image will fit the style of the interior of the room, how long it will be able to serve in the conditions of a particular room the material from which the photo wallpaper is made, what textures manufacturers can offer.

Rules for using photo wallpaper in the interior

What are the wallpapers?

You can undress all the murals presented on the building materials market by the following types:

  • paper;
  • vinyl;
  • non-woven;
  • latex.

Depending on the material of manufacture, the photo wallpaper in the interior looks different, has a different service life, and also differs in operational characteristics.

Paper mural

Made from several layers of thin paper, products with the image are glued to the surface using wallpaper glue. Since paper segments are very thin, they are instantly saturated with adhesive. This quality applies to both positive and negative.


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+ The advantages of paper photo wallpaper

  1. the material adheres well to the prepared smooth surface, quickly adhering to it;
  2. wallpapers have an economical cost, a wide range of images;
  3. products produce various sizes of square and rectangular shapes;
  4. the material allows the walls to breathe, does not emit harmful substances.

 

- Cons of paper photo wallpaper

  1. if you were not able to glue the paper segment to the surface treated with the adhesive the first time, then it is unlikely to redo it. Thin material after wetting cannot be moved or peeled off without damaging it. Therefore, before gluing, it is necessary to try on several times;
  2. the surface of the product is not protected from moisture and sunlight, may deteriorate under their influence;
  3. gluing paper segments with the image only on a perfectly smooth surface, since all the imperfections of the unprepared wall will be noticeable.

Non-woven Vinyl Wall Mural

The most unpretentious to surface conditions vinyl wallpaper on a non-woven basis. They can be glued on top of old wallpaper, on wooden surfaces, on a rough wall.

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+ Advantages of Vinyl Wall Mural

  1. vinyl serves for a long time, does not fade;
  2. vinyl wallpapers look bright and beautiful;
  3. the surface conveys well the volume and texture of wood, waves, sand, abstract and floral motifs;
  4. self-adhesive products adhere well, if it doesn’t work out evenly the first time, there’s a chance to immediately correct the error.

 

- Cons of vinyl photo wallpaper

  1. if there are animals in the house, and the texture contains images of small objects, then the image may be scratched and scratches will be very visible;
  2. Vinyl-coated surfaces do not breathe.

Latex photo wallpaper

Modern latex photo wallpaper in the interior looks like a stretch film. They have a very flat and smooth surface. They are made on a paper basis, and the image is applied with latex paint.

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+ Pros of Latex Wallpaper

  1. products of pranks in the form of drawings with paints and markers are easily removed from the surface of latex;
  2. the surface can be cleaned with a damp cloth, the pattern will not be damaged.

 

- Cons of latex wallpapers

  1. it’s difficult to work with material without skill; unevenly glued segments cannot be corrected;
  2. walls under latex do not breathe.

Non-woven

Smooth and textured surfaces, black and white and color patterns - all these are the distinctive qualities of non-woven photo wallpaper.They are fixed with an adhesive suitable specifically for non-woven, applying a layer of adhesive only to the wall.

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+ Pros of non-woven photo wallpaper

  1. this material is also environmentally friendly, like paper;
  2. It withstands humidity, temperature changes, scratches;
    the surface of the material can be textured - with the effect of sand, murals, jacquard;
  3. printing is transferred to the material brightly, realistically, lasts long and does not fade.

 

- Cons of non-woven photo wallpaper

  1. difficult to stick without special skill;
  2. emphasize all the disadvantages of an uneven surface.

Rules and methods of using photo wallpaper in the interior

Choosing a beautiful and stylish image for the design of the room is only the first step on the road to translating the whole idea. Photowall-paper still needs to be competently combined with other components of the interior.

Contrast combination

You can safely use a bright accent spot in the form of an image contrasting in color if the colors of all other surfaces of the room are correctly selected for it. For example, if in a room a picture occupies the entire wall and plays a major role, then you need to find several neutral colors in this picture. It is with their help that you need to draw the rest of the surface.

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The game of black and white

Black and white wallpapers look attractive in different styles. They can be safely used to design a bedroom, kitchen, dining room living room. They do not distract all attention, do not bother with time, look fashionable and stylish for many years.

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Living room decor in retro style.

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Art Deco dining room with black and white print and accent on fuchsia textiles.

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Sydney landscape in a Scandinavian bedroom.

Space increase

If the room is small or its shape has certain disadvantages, then with the help of photo wallpaper with certain compositions, this situation can be corrected. A visual expansion of the room can be achieved by choosing an image with an open spatial composition or focused on the perspective, with the so-called 3D effect. 3D murals are among the latest in design.

Three-dimensional panoramic images are impressive, plunging into the illusion of a room without clear boundaries. Of the shortcomings, it should be noted the high cost and great demands on installation.

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3D image in a Mediterranean living room design.

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Room Zoning

Wall murals can be conveniently used for zoning large rooms, especially for the kitchen combined with the living room and studio apartments. Having pasted wall murals on the entire wall, and sometimes with the transition to the next one, it is easy to achieve a visual separation of the interior. In order to avoid discomfort, it is necessary to choose an image corresponding to the purpose of a particular area of ​​the room.

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What photo wallpaper is better to use in some interior styles

Applying a decorative element such as photo wallpaper, you need to remember that they are an important tool to create the style, mood and atmosphere in the room. The image on the entire wall attracts increased attention, often being an accent. Therefore, it must necessarily fit into the general idea of ​​design.

Classic style living room

The white and beige interior of the living room in the classical style will effectively complement not only an exquisite crystal chandelier, but also a full-size reproduction of a famous artist. For example, the work of Rafael Santi “The Creation of Adam” with the fresco texture favorably emphasizes the luxury and style of decor.

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The decor of the room in a classic style.

Extremely carefully, a wall decorated with a pattern should be supplemented. You can not hang pictures, watches, photographs on it. The maximum that can be allowed is wall lamps, and, in some cases, a TV.

Favorably in classical design landscapes look. Nature, filled with tranquility and peace, on a clear, fine day. Antique columns can complement this image. White marble sculptures and fountains are also welcome.

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The view from the antique gazebo over the Greek city is well complemented by the decor of the living room.

Provence style kitchen

Cozy cuisine in the rustic style of Provence is to many's liking. Its basis is precisely the color scheme. To create a relaxed home atmosphere, pastel colors are used, as if whitened by the hot southern sun. White color complement the color of lavender fields, ripe olives, coastal waves. Particularly relevant in the Provencal style are photo murals depicting a rural landscape or blooming lavender. They harmoniously complement the created image.

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Loft Studio

Urban loft requires a large area for the implementation of ideas. It is not surprising that in such an interior there are undisguised masonry and huge windows consisting of small segments. Wall murals illustrating natural spaces can complement this interior very well.

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Volumetric mural in the design of the loft.

Scandinavian style bathroom

Scandinavian-style rooms combine all shades of white. They are made out using natural materials: wooden floors from bleached oak, white walls (painted or from brickwork), white window frames not covered by anything. Simple furniture made of natural wood complements the decor. All objects have straight geometric lines. You can imagine a living room or bedroom in this style. However, the bathroom, skillfully complemented by voluminous photo wallpaper, looks amazing in this style.

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Eco-friendly room ideas

Perspective images are a godsend for small spaces. Among the images of nature there are a lot of pictures that take you away into the distance. They are very well suited for rooms decorated in eco style. Their decor and decor consist of natural materials: wood, stone, bamboo, wool, jute, vines. Living plants are welcome in such interiors, which complement the atmosphere very harmoniously, emphasizing the unity of man with nature. When choosing wall murals in an ecological style, it is worth paying attention to photographs of the forest, sea landscapes, views of the city drowning in greenery.

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The idea for the kitchen in eco style.

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The bedroom is surrounded by nature.

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Living room, complemented by a wonderful view of a flourishing city.

Minimalism style bedroom landscape

Designers use simple lines to realize minimalism, fill the space with understandable forms. The color scheme of rooms in the style of minimalism is based on the use of two colors with a single bright accent. An idea for decorating a bedroom can be a black and white image, emphasizing the modern style of the interior.

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A minimalist black and white bedroom with an azure textile accent.

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Ideas for inspiration

The most interesting ideas for using photo wallpaper in a setting are collected in the gallery.

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The use of photo wallpaper in residential and public buildings makes them unique. This technique allows you to solve many questions: the embodiment of the interior style due to the plot of the picture, creating perspectives in a small space, giving the character and dynamics of a boring room. The use of photo wallpaper in the interior of the apartment is also a good way of self-expression, a way to tell others about your taste.

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