Wall decoration in the apartment, the options for which must be selected for each of the rooms individually, should take into account their functional purpose. When making a choice in favor of a particular material, it is necessary to pay attention not only to appearance but also other important characteristics. In addition, I want to make the interior of each of the rooms special, unlike the others, but it should be remembered that their design should overlap with each other and create a general harmony throughout the apartment.
Today, the market is literally “flooded” with building materials, and it is quite difficult to stop at just one. Therefore, it is worth figuring out which one is better to choose for a particular room.
Criteria for choosing wall finishes
So, when creating a room decoration project and choosing wall decoration, it is necessary to take into account the following factors:
- Environmental safety of the material. It should not release toxic substances into the environment during its operation.
- Finishing should not become an allergen for people living in the apartment, especially in cases where one of them has a predisposition to such reactions.
- Technology of installation (application) of finishing material. This is especially important to consider when repair costs are limited, since the work of the craftsmen may even cost more than the cost of the material itself. Therefore, in such circumstances, it is advisable to choose a finish that you can handle yourself.
- One of the most important criteria are the technical and operational characteristics of the cladding, such as hygroscopicity, abrasion, resistance to temperature extremes, available ways to care for the finish, and others. Each of the rooms requires a special approach:
— For example, when choosing a cladding for the walls of a bathroom, a toilet or a combined bathroom, as well as a kitchen, you should pay attention to its resistance to moisture, the appearance of mold colonies, and the possibility of regular wet cleaning.
- For an adult bedroom and a children's room, you need to choose environmentally friendly breathable wall coverings that do not attract dust.
- The walls of the hallway, corridor and living room require finishing with a more durable wear-resistant material, as they are walk-through or most frequently visited rooms.
- And, of course, the aesthetic side of the issue. It is recommended to think over the design of the rooms in such a way that they complement each other and are united by one interior style.
The color scheme is also important. For example, for a bedroom it is better to choose calm pastel colors, and for rooms where there is no natural light, light-colored finishes.
Despite the wide range of finishing materials in the construction markets, the most sought-after finishes remain traditional wallpaper, plaster and paint, wood paneling and ceramic tiles. Of the facings that have relatively recently come into fashion, one can name laminated or plastic lining, as well as fake diamond.
Wallpaper - traditional decoration of the walls of the apartment
Wallpaper can be called the most used wall decoration option, as it is suitable for almost all rooms and has an affordable price. Therefore, we can safely say that in 85÷90% of cases the walls modern apartments covered by them.
The advantages of this material over other finishes include the following:
- A wide range of wallpaper types allows you to choose them for any of the rooms, according to aesthetic design, material of manufacture, as well as cost. For example, paper or liquid wallpaper is the most affordable option. Other types, such as vinyl, non-woven, textile, as well as canvases made from natural materials, are more expensive finishes. True, in some cases, despite the high price, wallpaper can have not only positive, but also negative qualities.
- The simplicity of sticking canvases on the walls allows you to do the work yourself and save quite a decent amount.
Wallpaper classification
Wallpapers are classified according to different qualities, which will determine which option to choose for a particular room. Such criteria include moisture resistance, surface structure and pattern, as well as the density of the material.
In terms of performance
Resistant to moisture and regular cleaning
According to this quality, the wallpaper is divided into ordinary, moisture-resistant, moisture-resistant and moisture-proof (washable).
- Ordinary wallpapers. These include paper options that do not tolerate moisture and, when it rises in the room, begin to warp. Remove dust from them only with a vacuum cleaner. Glue them only in dry rooms, where any strong evaporation is unlikely.
- Moisture resistant wallpaper. It can be paper wallpaper with a moisture-resistant coating. They can be wiped with a soft, damp cloth, but washing will not work. Such material is also not used for finishing the kitchen or in the bathroom, as it will not withstand high humidity and numerous cleanings.
- Washable wallpaper tolerate wet cleaning with a sponge and detergents, so they can finish the kitchen or toilet. It is not recommended to use them in the bathroom.
- Waterproof wallpaper when properly glued to the wall, they can withstand rising moisture and wet cleaning, since they have a coating that does not let water through to the base on which it is applied.
Surface texture and wallpaper colors
Wallpapers differ in the texture of the top layer. They are smooth, with a pattern applied to the surface, with a deep or small relief obtained as a result of embossing the coating of the canvases.
Wallpapers are produced in a single-color version, with a chaotic pattern that does not require adjustment of sheets, as well as with a clear ornament located with a certain step (rapport). When purchasing the latter, you need to know that the pattern of neighboring paintings will have to be customized, so they must be bought with a margin.
Table of wallpaper types according to different criteria:
| wallpaper type | Surface structure | Number of layers | Strength | moisture resistance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paper | Smooth and embossed | Single layer and double layer | Fragile | Non-moisture resistant |
| Vinyl | Embossed | Double layer | durable | Waterproof (washable) |
| non-woven | Smooth or embossed | Double layer | durable | Moisture resistant (washable) |
| Textile | Embossed, embossed | Multilayer | durable | Non-moisture resistant |
| metal | Embossed | Multilayer | durable | moisture resistant |
Prices for non-woven wallpaper
non-woven wallpaper
Material density
According to this quality, wallpapers are divided into light and heavy. Lightweight options include paper and non-woven options, heavy ones include vinyl, fabric, and canvases made from natural materials. Those that have a density of 110 g / m² or more are considered heavy, and it is quite difficult to work with them, especially in cases where there are irregularities on the wall surface. Thin paper wallpapers are no less difficult to glue, as they quickly get wet and can tear when smoothed on the wall. Therefore, the best option for a master without work experience is to choose a wallpaper of medium thickness.
Wallpaper durability
Depending on the type of wallpaper, they can last from 4 to 10 years, but subject to certain conditions:
- The correct technology for sticking canvases on the wall, for which the surface should be well prepared, leveled and carefully primed.
- When purchasing wallpaper, you should pay attention to the pictograms located on the packaging, which will indicate how this type of material is glued correctly and what characteristics it has.
- After gluing wallpaper, they must be properly dried. This process is carried out with closed doors and windows, without drafts, the temperature in the room should be approximately +25 degrees. Do not use heaters or fans to speed up drying, as the work may be spoiled and will have to be done from the very beginning. Properly dried finish will last a long time without repair.
- It is very important to choose the right adhesive composition for a certain type of wallpaper - this is also one of the factors that ensure the reliability and long-term operation of wall cladding.
Now that general information about this material received, it is worth considering each type of wallpaper in more detail.
According to the material of manufacture
paper wallpaper
Although manufacturers have developed and are producing completely new types of wallpaper, paper ones are still in demand. It is explained, apparently, by the fact that it is an environmentally friendly, "breathable" material and is excellent for finishing residential premises with a normal level of humidity. Modern versions of paper wallpaper are quite diverse in color and ornamental design, so some high-quality samples cannot be distinguished from more expensive material. The service life of this type of finish is from 4 to 10 years, depending on the production technology and sticking them on the wall. Imported wallpapers are considered more durable - they are less sensitive to ultraviolet rays, therefore they retain their original appearance longer.
The main disadvantages of finishing this type can be called low strength, a rather complicated process of sticking to the wall, as well as the impossibility of applying wet cleaning to them. Therefore, they are not recommended for use in hallways and corridors, as well as on the lower part of the walls in children's rooms, since they will not last long in these areas of the apartment.
It should be noted that the paper version of the canvases can consist of one or two layers. Some wallpapers are designed for painting and can withstand up to 15 layers of paint, while others are impregnated with a moisture-repellent composition. True, wallpapers with similar qualities have a higher price.
This photo shows paper wallpapers in light, delicate colors that can be used to decorate the walls of a bedroom, nursery or even a living room, if they fit the chosen interior style. It is clearly seen here that wallpapers of similar colors can add light to the room, increasing it visually, as well as giving it neatness. Such decoration will have a positive effect on the mood of the residents of the apartment, creating a favorable microclimate.
Another option for using paper wallpaper, which has a deeper color, is great for decorating the walls of a room in the “English” style. This material is more restrained in shades and has become a good background for pieces of furniture with light trim, and also harmonizes well with the color of natural wood. Such wallpapers give the room comfort, but at the same time, they seem to compress the space, so they are best used in rooms whose windows face south, which is why they have too much sunlight.
Non-woven wallpaper
Interlining is made from cellulose, which makes up 70% of the total volume of the material, and the remaining 30% is occupied by binders. This material is highly durable and wear-resistant, and is also breathable.
Non-woven wallpaper can be divided into three types:
- those that are completely made of interlining;
- non-woven fabrics;
- the top layer of non-woven fabric, which is applied to paper base.
The first type consists of several layers, and all of them, except for the outer one, are even and smooth. Top Coat most often embossed and monophonic. As a rule, it is designed for repeated staining.
The second version of non-woven wallpaper may have an outer layer of paper, textiles or vinyl.
The third type of canvases is covered with a foamed or regular layer of non-woven fabric. Such wallpapers are decorated with embossed reliefs, they look aesthetically pleasing on the wall, can be wet cleaned and have a long service life.
Purely non-woven wallpaper or made in combination with paper can be called an environmentally friendly, “breathable” finishing material, so it can be used for any of the rooms.
In addition, non-woven wallpaper is able to hide small defects formed on the wall, and due to its elasticity, the material will not tear at the corners, as well as when expanding cracks on surfaces.
Non-woven fabrics are perfect for decorating a kitchen, so quite often they have a pattern of kitchen utensils, picturesque vegetables, fruits or plants. In the interior shown in the photo, wallpaper with the image of decorative plates was used, which was previously used as decoration for walls and kitchen shelves. The wallpaper goes well with the chosen color and style of the curtains, as well as with the furniture installed in the kitchen dining area.
In this case, the wallpaper is used to decorate the walls of an office or living room. If you look closely at this interior, you can be sure that every detail is important in the design of the room, and in combination they create the intended style. Pieces of furniture, window frames, indoor plants - everything is in perfect harmony with the color scheme, as well as the ornamental pattern of the selected wallpaper. Calm shades of all elements of the composition contribute to the balance of mood and create a favorable atmosphere for both rest and work.
Vinyl wallpapers
Vinyl wallpapers, which relatively recently appeared on the construction market, are very popular. Cloths consist of two layers - the bottom (paper, non-woven or textile) and the top, consisting of polyvinyl chloride, which has an embossed pattern with a corresponding color design.
Most of all, users fell in love with one of the types of these wallpapers, called "silk screen printing", since the top layer imitates silk threads, not only with its structure, but also with its characteristic sheen.
Vinyl wallpaper has an amazing decorative effect, resistance to ultraviolet rays, mechanical stress and pronounced moisture resistance.
The disadvantages of the finishing material include the complexity of its gluing. You can also note a peculiar smell that comes from the canvases during their installation and at the beginning of operation, but some time later it completely disappears. Be that as it may, vinyl wallpapers cannot be called environmentally friendly, in addition, they do not pass air well, so it is not recommended to glue them in rooms with high humidity, otherwise mold may form under them. They are well suited for decoration of living rooms, hallways and corridors, where surfaces must have a strong protection.
Silk-screen printing is suitable for decorating halls in a palace style. With high-quality gluing of paintings on the walls, it will be difficult to distinguish them from natural silk. It is this effect that creates a rich decoration of surfaces, and all that remains is to choose furniture made in the same style, as well as the necessary accessories - and the room will take on an unrecognizable look, striking in its splendor and gloss.
There are several other styles that this type of wallpaper will fit well into. These include such as "Provence" or "Country", since the floral patterns used in the design of the canvases are exactly what is characteristic of these design trends. If you wish, you can choose wallpapers made in calm or, conversely, bright bright colors - this factor will depend on what mood you plan to create in the room.
Textile wallpapers
Textile fabrics consist of two layers - a base consisting of paper or non-woven fabric, and an outer layer of fibers interwoven into a pattern or finished natural fabric - it can be cotton, linen and silk, as well as a mixture of different materials.
Textile wallpaper has a number of advantages over other finishes, but it also has its drawbacks. Their positive qualities can be safely attributed to the ability to absorb extraneous noise and keep the heat inside the room. The fibers are treated with special compounds that make them inert to ultraviolet rays. Since natural raw materials are used for the manufacture of canvases, the finish is an environmentally friendly material, and linen also has bactericidal properties.
Velor wallpapers with a velvet surface have a special decorative effect, which creates a special chic in the room, as their color looks deeper and more saturated.
This finish is also made from synthetic threads, which are fixed on foam rubber - such material is used in those rooms where it is necessary to create good sound insulation. But it is still not recommended for use in residential areas.
The process of making textile wallpapers is quite complicated, which is why, and also because of the use of natural raw materials, they have a rather high price.
This type of finish cannot be called popular both because of the high cost and because of the ability to accumulate dust, which is detrimental to people who are prone to allergic reactions.
Do not use textile lining in the kitchen, as it will inevitably leave traces of fumes and odors from this room. It is not suitable for a bedroom or a children's room either - extra dust is not needed here. Wallpaper can be used in the living room if you want to create a rich and exclusive interior with deep shades.
What wallpaper is more suitable for the bedroom?
For this room, you should select the finish, taking into account its specific features - it should have a good rest and be completely harmless. Nuances - in a special publication of our portal
In addition to these, the most popular types of wallpaper, I would like to mention others, which in some cases are indispensable.
Wall mural
Photo wallpapers can be made from any of the materials mentioned above and are used often enough to create a certain accent in the room. This type of finish is able to visually expand the space of the room, since almost all images printed on them have a 3D effect. It can be a landscape of a city, a natural corner or floral romantic motifs. Each of the options is able to transform the interior and set the desired style direction.
Liquid wallpaper
"Liquid wallpaper" is suitable for those who like to be creative, and also want to save on works that can be done by anyone, even an inexperienced master. It is impossible to spoil this material, because if it was not possible to reproduce the intended pattern the first time, the process of applying the mass to the surface can be easily repeated by removing the superimposed layer of the composition from the wall and adding a little water to it.
Linkrust
Linkrust is a wallpaper on a paper base, on which a relief of vinyl chloride or lonoxin mastic mixed with wood flour or other filler is applied. This finish has the appearance of stucco and is able to mask shallow flaws on the surface of the wall. Thanks to the outer coating, the finish is easy to care for by wiping it with a damp cloth.
jute wallpaper
Jute wallpapers are made on a paper or fabric basis - this is a natural material that can significantly improve the microclimate in the premises of an apartment. This finish is perfect for the bedroom, nursery and living room, it is durable and strong, and also quite aesthetic, but not suitable for all styles. Therefore, if it is decided to use a similar material for decorating walls, then it is worthwhile to think carefully about the rest of the design of the room and choose the appropriate pieces of furniture for it. Wallpapers are made from natural raw materials, so the price for them is quite high.
Glass fiber
Fiberglass wallpapers are made from natural environmentally friendly raw materials such as lime, quartz sand, dolomite and soda. Fiberglass cloths are not a favorable environment for the formation of mold and other microorganisms, they are vapor-permeable and do not cause allergic reactions, and besides, the material has dielectric properties. Thanks to all these qualities, these wallpapers can be used to finish any of the rooms, including those in rooms with high humidity. Very often this type of wallpaper is designed for further painting.
Cork wallpaper
Cork is a unique finish that can insulate and soundproof a room, as well as create a favorable microclimate for apartment residents, as it is an environmentally friendly material with antibacterial properties. Cork wallpaper is resistant to mechanical stress. They have soft ocher shades that “rest the eye”, so wall cladding with them will be ideal for the bedroom and children's room, as well as the hallway or living room. The price of cork finish is quite high, but its durability and unique properties- are quite justified.
How to glue wallpaper?
If this style of wall decoration is chosen, then it is necessary to determine the number of wallpapers for pasting. For this, our portal has a special one. Well, the nuances of practical work with such a finish are covered in the publication.
Original finish - decorative plaster
If the design of the walls of the apartment is planned to be exclusive, then decorative plaster is suitable for this purpose, which can take on a wide variety of forms. The work of applying this finish to the surface is a creative process and requires the master to have the skills of not only a plasterer, but also an artist.
Plaster is translated from Italian literally as "alabaster" or "gypsum", since it is from these materials that it is most convenient to create reliefs of different depths. In addition, during solidification, these materials can be corrected with cutters. Today, to reproduce three-dimensional drawings on the wall, different solutions are used, basically the same as those used for the usual leveling of surfaces. Mixtures are made from cement, lime and sand, sometimes fillers are added in the form of granulates of different fractions - their role is played by stone chips, quartz sand or fibers different origin(cellulose, fiberglass, etc.)
Plaster compositions are sold ready-made or are compiled independently, they can already be mixed and packed in plastic buckets or they need to be closed before starting work. Each master chooses for himself the option with which it is convenient for him to work.
Decorative plaster - types
Plaster mixtures are used to level walls, which is the traditional way to prepare surfaces for painting or wallpapering. In addition, there are types that are designed to create a decorative finish on surfaces.
Plaster compositions are finely dispersed powder or finished mass, completely homogeneous or interspersed. Plaster is divided among themselves according to two criteria - according to the basis on which it is made, and according to relief.
According to the binder, mixtures can be of the following types:
- Mineral composition, the binder for which is cement or gypsum. This type of finish is made in a dry mix, kneaded before work. Cement based mineral finish suitable for bathroom or even facade works, as it endures exposure to ultraviolet rays, high humidity and is an environmentally friendly material. Gypsum, as a rule, is intended for interior work, for rooms with a normal level of humidity.
- Acrylic the plaster mixture is made on the basis of acrylic resin, which provides it with elasticity, so it is comfortable to work with. The plaster is sold packed in plastic buckets and does not need to be kneaded or diluted.
This material has low vapor permeability and UV resistance, so the composition is limited in use - it is undesirable for them to finish rooms with high humidity, as well as the facade of the building.
- Silicone the mixture is made on the basis of synthetic resins and can be used for both internal and external finishing work. The material is highly UV resistant, water-repellent and does not attract dust.
This mixture is sold ready-made in plastic buckets.
- silicate plaster produced on the basis liquid glass and therefore has high strength, resistance to external influences and the appearance of mold. The material can be used in rooms with any humidity conditions, and is one of the most reliable and durable coatings, the service life of which reaches 50 years or more.
Also, plaster can be divided according to external aesthetic data, or rather, according to the depth of the relief, which can protrude above the wall surface from two to 10 or more millimeters.
Prices for decorative plaster
decorative plaster
- Embossed textured plaster is applied to the wall in different ways, depending on the desired result. A three-dimensional drawing can differ significantly, be evenly distributed over the entire surface, stand out in single fragments or consist of several elements, and also represent whole pictures with different themes.
The most common uniform textured patterns are such as "fur coat", "lamb" and "bark beetle", which are used for interior and exterior wall cladding.
Such types of a mixture uniformly distributed over the wall look quite aesthetically pleasing on the wall, such as roller, which has in its composition fillers of mineral origin of different fractions of 1 ÷ 2.5 mm. With the help of these granules, the desired relief pattern appears on the surface.
- Venetian plaster. This type of finish consists of several layers, and upon completion of work does not have a pronounced relief, as it has an almost uniform texture. Visually, a wall finished using this technique resembles a surface lined with marble. The work of applying the cladding requires special skills, as the process consists of several laborious steps, each of which is important to reproduce the desired pattern. Such plaster is used in interiors designed in classical, antique or baroque styles.
Depending on the goal, the surface of the wall can be made glossy or matte. A coloring pigment of the desired shade is added to the composition, which emphasizes the relief of thin, numerous layers, imitating the surface of a cut stone.
In addition to the visual effect of "stone trim", with proper selection of the right shades, Venetian plaster can look like precious metal cladding. Most often, this option is used as a background for voluminous thematic panels.
There are several more techniques related to the "Venetian":
- The “wet silk” technique is somewhat reminiscent of the “Venetian” technique, but it has absolutely smooth surface, and relief is simulated by strokes and color differences.
- Another version of the plaster finish, which will become a real decoration of the walls of the room - "sea breeze".
Any of the mentioned wall designs will last much longer than wallpaper, although it will have a look reminiscent of vinyl “silkscreen”.
Decorative plaster has a lot of advantages, which include the following:
- The ability to use this finish in rooms with different conditions. The main thing is to choose the right type of plaster composition.
- The solution can be applied to any material - to a cleaned and prepared surface.
- Plaster is able to mask the defects of the wall.
- It is possible to create a variety of relief drawings - it all depends on the imagination of customers and the skill level of the performer.
- Resistance to mechanical influences.
- Environmental safety, durability and practicality of the coating.
This decor option is good to use in a small room that I would like to visually expand. By using the effect of the horizon viewed through a simulated open balcony door, it is possible not only to give the wall an exotic design, but also to create the impression of increasing space.
The decoration made in the technique of Venetian plaster or “wet silk” looks rich on the walls. Many apartment owners are trying to find wallpapers with a similar texture, but do not forget that the canvases pasted on the walls have joints that will inevitably negatively affect the overall picture. In addition, even the highest quality wallpaper will last a much shorter period than skillfully applied plaster. The right color scheme of the walls and furniture accessories can turn the room of an ordinary apartment into a “castle or palace apartment”.
Decorative plaster - can I do it myself?
It is possible, but, of course, if the owners have an "artistic streak." If there is a desire to apply your creative abilities and independently decorate the walls of the apartment in one of the techniques, then you should familiarize yourself with the corresponding article of our portal.
Decorative rock
Wall decoration with decorative stone is quite an expensive pleasure, both for the price of the material itself and for the performance of surface cladding. This factor can be called the only drawback of such a finish, since high performance characteristics make it possible to use it in any room of the apartment.
Probably, you should not use this material in small rooms, as the stone is able to visually narrow and "weight" the room. In case it is still planned to decorate the walls with stone small apartment, then it is best to perform "torn" masonry in combination with a plastered wall.
For decoration, natural stone or artificial stone is used, which, if desired, can be made at home based on gypsum or cement mortar.
Artificial stone is not necessary to buy!
Read the instructions, prepare the right materials, tools and accessories, even if you make a couple of unsuccessful first attempts - and it will work! How the process is carried out, which allows you to significantly save money - is described in detail in a special publication of our portal.
Natural stone has a very high price, which is explained by the complexity of its processing. An artificial version of the finishing material is more accessible. Moreover, if the solution from which it is made is colored in bulk, then the “stone” is not afraid of abrasion, and laid on the wall is practically indistinguishable from natural cladding.
Artificial stone has more diverse color scheme than a real natural material, which expands the possibilities of interior design. In the construction markets, you can find artificial stone imitating rocks, limestone, round sea boulders, bricks of different colors and others.
Artificial finishes are easier to stain than natural stone, so if you want to change the "mood" of the interior, you can simply take a water-based paint and change the color of the masonry.
Stone decorative wall cladding has its advantages, which also need to be evaluated:
- The finish has a high resistance to temperature extremes.
- Both natural and artificial stone are not combustible, so it is almost always used for facing or imitation fireplaces.
- The material is resistant to abrasion, so it is well suited for wall decoration in the hallway and corridor.
- Due to the environmental friendliness of such a finish, it is also used for wall cladding in bedrooms and living rooms.
Having decided to clad the walls in the apartment with any type of stone, you need to remember that they should not be abused, otherwise the interior will be “heavy”, and the room will turn into a “cave”, which can be unfavorable for the human psyche. Therefore, in the application of this material, it is necessary to observe the measure, and it would be better to combine it with one of the types of plaster.
Ceramic tile
Ceramic tiles are used for finishing rooms with high humidity and high traffic intensity. In the apartment, these rooms include a kitchen, a bathroom, an entrance hall and a corridor.
It must be said that it is rare to find a hallway, the walls of which are lined with ceramic tiles, although it will be most welcome there, especially in cases where pets live in the apartment - a dog or a cat.
Today, the construction market presents many varieties of ceramic tiles designed for wall decoration - these are glazed, unglazed, clinker and porcelain stoneware.
- glazed tiles- the most popular option for wall decoration, as it has a smooth glossy surface, on which dust practically does not accumulate, which greatly simplifies its cleaning. Such a coating has a tile made by the double firing method, which includes cottoforte, majolica and faience, as well as single firing material - monocottura and monoporosa.
- Unglazed tiles has a matte surface and most often - deep red, brown, pastel purple or terracotta shades without additional pattern. However, some options are particularly luxurious, due to the ornaments applied to them, which have a coating that usually imitates precious metals - gold or silver.
The most popular unglazed tile facings are such style collections as cotto, gress porcellanato, red gress and others.
- Clinker tiles applies to both internal and exterior finish, because due to the high temperatures during its manufacture, it has excellent strength and resistance to any external influences.
In apartments, this facing material can be used to decorate the walls of balconies, loggias, hallways, as well as areas around real or imitation fireplaces. Clinker tiles can be unglazed or have a glossy finish, but the second finish is most often used for walls.
- Porcelain stoneware It is made from components such as quartz, spar and coloring pigments, the binder for which is clay. The material is processed in special furnaces at very high temperatures and under high pressure. The result is a non-porous monolith having a high density and a beautiful pattern. The surface of porcelain stoneware can be polished, matte, smooth or embossed.
All types of ceramic tiles are different coefficient moisture absorption, and is divided into groups according to it. So, the first of them includes products that absorb up to 3%, the second - up to 6%, and the third - up to 10% of moisture in 24 hours. Therefore, when purchasing a finish for a particular room, it is necessary to pay special attention to this characteristic - data on it are indicated on the packaging of the material.
For example, if you are thinking about renovating a bathroom or a combined bathroom, you will need tiles that have the first moisture absorption group, and any of the groups is suitable for the hallway.
According to the design design, ceramic tiles can be plain or have a certain pattern on the surface. In addition, flexible mosaic products or made in the form of decorative panels are produced.
Alkyd paint prices
alkyd paint
A set of ceramic finishes, assembled into a single composition, will become a real decoration of any room. Moreover, the color or ornamental solutions of this design option are very diverse, so you can choose for any chosen interior style.
Ceramic tiles are one of the most popular finishing materials.
If the reader chooses this finish option, then we can help in some way. Special as well detailed instructions for cladding - in a special article of the portal
wall painting
Today, it is not so common to find painted walls in apartments, as a large number of new materials have appeared that do not require such laborious surface preparation, which is necessary for painting. But still, some designers prefer this particular type of finish, because it provides great opportunities for creativity.
Any paint will look good if the wall is perfectly leveled and smoothed. To do this, you need to do a lot of work on puttying or covering the surface with drywall.
Construction stores present colorful compositions made on different bases - these are oil, enamel, silicate and water-soluble.
Water based paints
For wall decoration in residential premises, aqueous solutions are most often used, which may already have the desired color or require the addition of pigment to form the selected shade.
White paint is purchased if it is planned to use several colors for staining. Then it’s easier to buy several colors for one package of the coloring solution, which will be useful for painting.
Water-based paints can have different binders, but their unifying qualities are the ecological purity of the solution, quick drying and the almost complete absence of smell.
- Water emulsion paints can be called the most popular of all in this series due to their affordable price. They are made using polyvinyl acetate (PVA glue). The mortar has good hiding power and adhesion to primed walls, so it is enough to apply two coats to obtain an evenly painted surface. This paint is easily tinted, acquiring the desired shade.
Water-based paints have an affordable price, and this has also become an important factor in their popularity.
However, you should also know the disadvantages so that they do not come as a surprise already during operation:
- Instability to mechanical stress, so they are best used for painting the upper part of the wall;
- The paint will not hide the flaws of the wall, so the surface should be well leveled before painting;
- The paint does not like moisture, and this suggests that it cannot be used in "wet" rooms and often subjected to wet cleaning.
- Water-dispersion silicone the compositions have higher strength characteristics, so they are not damaged by moisture, do not lose their original color and are able to mask cracks on the wall surface up to 1.5 ÷ 2 mm wide. After applying paint to the wall, it forms a smooth, vapor-permeable film on which dust does not accumulate. This composition can be used for painting walls in rooms with high humidity, such as bathrooms and kitchens.
The main disadvantage of silicone paint is its high price, but the service life of such a finish far exceeds other coatings.
- Acrylic water-dispersion paints have good characteristics too. They are easy to apply on prepared surfaces and are able to mask cracks with a width of 0.5 to 1 mm, UV resistant, vapor permeable and moisture resistant. Surfaces painted with these compounds are difficult to damage, and they are also amenable to wet cleaning with detergents. Among the disadvantages can be called a lower hiding power compared to silicone solutions.
The paint has an affordable price, so decorating the walls with it will not cost too much.
- Decorative textured paints make it possible to make the surface embossed. They are made on acrylic water dispersion with the addition of coloring pigments, as well as fillers having different fractions. From the latter, it will depend on what kind of drawing you get on the wall. Used as fillers mineral supplements and quartz sand.
A distinctive feature of these paints is their thick consistency, so they can be applied with a spatula, roller or brush. The textured pattern on the wall will also depend on what tool the composition is applied to the wall with. For better adhesion of the paint to the surface material, the latter must be well treated with a primer and then dried.
Compositions are produced with additives that imitate the texture of suede or fabric on the wall, as well as mother-of-pearl stains. In order for the work to be successful, before starting it, you should carefully study the instructions for use that come with the package.
Alkyd paints
Alkyd paints are made on the basis of alkyd resins and resemble oil paints in consistency, but differ somewhat in their characteristics. This type of composition is resistant to moisture, elevated temperatures and ultraviolet radiation. Alkyd-based paint can be semi-matte, matte or glossy, so before buying it, you need to decide what effect you want to get as a result. This type of composition has an affordable price, but it has a number of serious drawbacks:
- Low vapor permeability, that is, they cannot be called "breathable".
— Paints are used mainly for metal and wood surfaces – due to their composition, they protect these materials from external influences.
- Alkyd paints are diluted with turpentine, gasoline or white spirit, which have a specific smell, so painting should be done in a ventilated area.
- The painted surface loses its color brightness over time, but not due to fading, but due to the property of the paint to acquire a yellowish tint.
Judging by the characteristics presented, it can be concluded that these paints are not suitable for residential walls. They are more often used to tidy up pipes and heating radiators, but for this purpose it is necessary to purchase heat-resistant alkyd compounds.
silicate paints
Silicate paints are produced on the basis of "liquid glass", so they have high specifications which allow them to be used in rooms with high humidity. Silicate solutions have excellent vapor permeability, strength and resistance to any mechanical stress, so walls painted with them can be cleaned using detergents. In addition, paints successfully resist the formation of mold and fungus, and thanks to all the qualities mentioned above, they are perfect for kitchens and bathrooms.
It is necessary to identify the "cons" of these compounds in order to avoid unpleasant consequences when using them:
– During the dyeing process, paints emit fumes that are harmful to human health, so work must be carried out in a ventilated room, that is, with open doors and windows, and the respiratory tract must be protected by a respirator. After drying, the paint is absolutely harmless.
- Silicate paints have poor adhesion to surfaces previously painted with paints on other bases. In addition, the composition on a different basis will not fall on the silicate layer in the future. Therefore, the surface in both cases will have to be deep cleaned before painting.
- Tinting can be done only with mineral pigments, and their color range is not too wide.
Oil paint
Oil paints are made on the basis of natural and artificial drying oil. They are considered the most durable, since after drying the layer acquires excellent strength characteristics. Thickened formulations and ready-to-use formulations are produced. Thickly ground paints are a kind of concentrate, which is diluted to the desired consistency before being applied to the wall. Oil compositions can be produced on hemp, linseed or sunflower drying oil - the latter provides the paint with faster drying compared to other bases. However, any of them dries much longer than other types of coloring compositions.
With the advent of modern paints, the oil version is practically not used for decorating walls - it is more often used either for outdoor chores, or for coating pipes and radiators, since it is quite durable and heat-resistant.
enamel paint
Enamel paints are made on the basis of varnishes. They can be polyurethane, alkyd, perchlorovinyl, melamine, nitro enamels and others. Such compositions differ in quick drying and the formation of a sufficiently strong and smooth layer on the wall, therefore they are suitable for the walls of different rooms.
When stained, the enamel emits a characteristic bad smell Therefore, the room where the work is carried out must be well ventilated. Maybe this was the main reason that such paints are rarely used for interior wall decoration.
So, the paint is still in the "top" finishing materials for the walls in the apartment. For painting the walls of corridors, hallways and kitchens, water-based silicone and acrylic paints are well suited. The surfaces painted with them can be washed, as they are sufficiently resistant to abrasion and moisture. Do not use compositions in these rooms that create relief on surfaces - it will be difficult to clean such a surface from plaque and dirt.
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Decorative lining
Lining made from various materials has been a popular finishing material for many decades, as it has a large number of advantages common to all types of this series - this is ease of installation and the ability to mask wall irregularities.
The traditional material for the manufacture of lining is wood. But today, in addition, it is made from polyvinyl chloride (PVC) and MDF, which are more affordable. All types of wall paneling are suitable for finishing the walls of an apartment, the main thing is to choose the right ones for environmental friendliness and water resistance for different rooms.
- Wooden lining- this is a type of tongue-and-groove profiled perfectly processed board. It can be made from different breeds wood and has a number of significant advantages:
- environmental friendliness of the finish;
- aesthetic appearance;
- creating a favorable microclimate in residential premises;
— durability;
- low thermal conductivity;
- additional sound insulation of walls:
- the material is easily painted or varnished;
- wooden clapboard is easy to level the walls;
– installation of the material is clean – without the formation of dust and dirt.
For the interior decoration of the apartment, a lining made of pine, larch, linden, alder, cedar, ash and other species is well suited.
The lining is suitable for any of the rooms, including the bathroom. Keeping in mind that wood is hygroscopic, when using it in wet rooms, it is necessary to carry out high-quality treatment with water-repellent compounds, both on the outside and on the back of the boards.
Wooden lining is divided according to grade as follows: the highest grade is “extra”, the first grade is class “A”, the second grade is class “B”, the third grade is class “C”.
The cost of finishing from natural wood is quite high, but it will last a long time. If the wall has significant distortions, and you have to choose how to level it, then the wooden lining can be called one of the most simple ways cope with this task.
- Panels (lining) PVC can be called a modern material, since compared to wood trim, it has become widely used relatively recently, but has already gained quite a lot of popularity.
Plastic panels can be fixed directly on the wall, provided it is even, or on a frame crate, with which the wall surface is leveled.
PVC panels are great for decorating the walls of the bathroom and bathroom, as they have the necessary qualities for the specific conditions of these premises. Here we include the following:
- moisture resistance;
- ease of installation;
- the presence of an assortment of fittings that make the finish neat;
- aesthetic appearance;
- ease of care, including the possibility of wet cleaning;
- the strength of the panels;
- a wide range of colors and a variety of patterns, including imitation of the textures of various natural materials.
The "cons" of plastic finishes include low resistance to accentuated mechanical stress.
Based on these data, we can conclude that PVC panels are used for finishing hallways, kitchens, balconies, corridors. Although manufacturers present plastic panels as a completely harmless material, plastic cannot be called completely environmentally friendly, so it is not recommended to use it for finishing residential premises, especially bedrooms and children's rooms.
- MDF lining no less popular than PVC panels, as it has an affordable price and can be used in heated rooms of balconies and loggias, and is also perfect for decorating the walls of hallways and corridors.
On sale you can find several varieties of this finishing material, which differ from each other in the outer coating.
— Laminated an option that has a glossy smooth surface without roughness. Most often, such lining is used to decorate the walls of balconies and kitchens, sometimes for corridors and hallways, sheathing the entire wall with it or only its panel part.
- Veneered lining , that is, MDF is covered with the thinnest cut natural wood. For this, rocks with beautiful natural shades and textured patterns are used - veneer is often chosen fruit trees(cherry and pear). In addition to them, veneer is also made from maple, oak, pine, as well as more valuable and exotic species.
Mounted on the walls, such a finish is indistinguishable from a lining made of natural wood, and sometimes it looks even more advantageous.
- Painted wood - a type of lining, which is very popular, as it is able to create the desired style direction in the interior.
However, a big "minus" can be called a rough surface, which makes the finish unprotected from dust and moisture. Therefore, wall cladding with such clapboard is recommended only in dry, heated rooms.
The advantages of any type of MDF lining include:
- strength of the material;
- ease of installation work;
- low thermal conductivity.
The negative qualities of the finish are the following points:
- moisture resistance, so it can not be used in rooms with high humidity;
- frequent wet cleaning cannot be applied to this material, which means that it is not recommended to clad walls with it not only in the bathroom, but also in the kitchen.
Having considered all the materials presented above, we can conclude that the construction market is so rich in various finishes that, given their characteristic features, you can easily choose the right cladding option for the walls of any room in the apartment, both in terms of decorative qualities and price. But before you go to the store for materials, you should really evaluate the quality of the surface of the walls and think carefully which of the options will look better in the intended interior.
As a bonus, the reader is offered an interesting video selection with various options wall decoration in the apartment. Perhaps this will prompt someone to choose one or another solution.
Video: Interesting wall decoration options in the apartment
Various types of coatings are applied to the walls to decorate the room. There is a large selection of them in hardware stores. Wallpaper, paint, decorative plaster - this is what the walls in the apartment are most often decorated with. In addition to the decorative function, the design helps to hide surface defects, zone the space, and achieve a visual change in the size of the room. Often materials contribute to additional heat and sound insulation. They are also able to protect the base from negative external influences (for example, high humidity). When choosing, not only beauty is taken into account, but also the practicality of the decor. Often different materials are combined, for example, as the photo below shows a combination of soft panels with Venetian plaster.
Wallpaper - a versatile finish
Wallpaper on the walls is the most popular way to decorate rooms. Due to the huge variety of textures, colors and patterns, as well as affordability, they remain relevant.
A wide range of wallpapers are presented on the modern market. Product types vary:
- materials used for their production;
- appearance;
- appointment;
- features of care;
- the weight of the canvases.
Wallpaper is a good option for decorating the walls yourself. They are divided into the following groups:
- paper (simplex, duplex);
- vinyl
- non-woven
- cullet;
- jute;
- textile (fabric);
- canvases with a 3D effect are divided into single (standard), panoramic, LED, fluorescent varieties;
- liquid wallpaper;
- beaded products;
- wallpaper.
The photo above shows a wallpaper with a floral ornament.
The material is glued to different types of surfaces: wooden, concrete, stone, brick, plasterboard, but the base for the canvas must be prepared. The scheme of work with wallpaper is as follows:
- remove surface defects;
- level the walls with plaster;
- putty is applied and, after drying, the formed coating is polished;
- treat the work area with a primer;
- stick wallpaper strips.
When decorating walls instead of wallpaper with other facing materials, all work is performed in a similar way: prepare the base, fix the decorative coating. At the same time, the required level of surface quality and installation methods differ.
The considered wallpaper options differ in addition to their appearance, price, and also in their strength (wear resistance), environmental friendliness, durability, resistance to moisture and ultraviolet rays.
Thick canvases prevent heat loss through the walls, increase the level of sound insulation.
Glass fiber is non-combustible products that increase the level of fire safety in the premises.
3D materials make it possible to obtain three-dimensional images enhanced by the glow of diodes. The latter can be controlled using the remote control, creating various paintings.
The original way of pasting is a combination different types canvases, allowing you to achieve a number of visual effects.
The use of wallpaper allows you to decorate the wall surfaces in the room the best way in terms of price and required functionality of the created coverage. A huge selection allows you to choose canvases for any design project and decorate the interior in a unique way.
wall painting
Painting is one of the most common ways to cover walls in an apartment instead of wallpaper. A huge selection of various coloring compositions allows you to cover the bases with them in an original way, to embody various design solutions.
In practice, the following paint compositions are used:
- water-based: water-based, acrylic and silicone water-dispersion, textured decorative dyes;
- silicate paints made from "liquid glass";
- alkyd dyes, their main component is alkyd resins;
- oil paints made from artificial or natural drying oil;
- enamels - their basis is varnishes.
Each type of paint has its own characteristic features, for example, alkyd compounds are not recommended for use in residential areas. General Benefits paints are as follows:
- painted surfaces are not afraid of moisture, they can be washed;
- walls can be easily repainted if desired;
- a large selection of colors;
- the presence of various compositions.
The disadvantages of staining are:
- perfect alignment of work surfaces is required;
- over time, the formed coating cracks;
- to create drawings or patterns with paint, you need to have artistic skills.
In terms of prevalence, coloring competes with wallpaper, and prices for materials are approximately in the same range. They depend on the quality of the product.
Interior decoration with decorative plaster
Plaster is construction material, allowing both to finish the wall for other materials, and being a finishing coating. its variants compete with wallpaper and paint. They allow you to veneer surfaces in a unique way.
According to the binding component, the following types of plaster are distinguished:
- acrylic;
- silicone;
- mineral;
- silicate;
- relief;
- Venetian.
Various samples of plastered surfaces are shown in the photo below.
These varieties differ in their performance. The advantages and disadvantages of decorative plaster compositions are presented in the table below.
| № | pros | Minuses |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | decorative plaster used to imitate various materials: granite, marble, leather, wood, wallpaper and others | higher price compared to wallpaper |
| 2 | an extensive range of textures and colors, while the coating is "not afraid" of moisture, has no seams | different mixtures require the use of different application technologies |
| 3 | the finishing layer will well cover the defects of the base, even preliminary perfect alignment is not required | the problematic dismantling of the created coating |
| 4 | can be used for a much longer period than wallpaper (more than 50 years) |
Decorative plaster - that's what else you can finish the walls with, except for wallpaper and paint. With its help, you can give the room a luxurious look and hide the existing irregularities of the base. Due to its properties and environmental safety, the material is suitable for use in any room.
Alternative finishes
In addition to painting and applying decorative plaster, there are many more ways than to replace the design of rooms with wallpaper. These options are able to bring variety to any interior. in the apartment you can still, presented in the table below.
| № | Finishing material | Description |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | decorative panels | this is a modern material for walls instead of wallpaper, which does not require special preparation of the base when laying |
| 2 | the cloth | walls are “sheathed” with it, while it requires certain skills and careful preparation of surfaces |
| 3 | cork "wallpaper" | environmentally friendly products with high performance |
| 4 | ceramic tile | strong, durable, but requiring special skills during installation products |
Not all rooms are decorated with wall panels instead of wallpaper, but you can make them yourself.
Do-it-yourself walls are quite problematic in the absence of experience. Laying out decorative stone and tiles beautifully is also not a task for beginners.
Woodworking is also best left to the professionals. The photo below shows a beautiful example of such a finish.
Products alternative to wallpaper are more difficult to install and often cost more. The better to finish an apartment (house), it is necessary to select in each case according to the properties of materials and financial capabilities.
After considering all the listed materials, everyone will be able to choose what can best replace the wallpaper, based on their needs and capabilities. Subject to the installation technology, each finishing coating is able to create a beautiful, unique, original decor on wall surfaces. With proper use, it can be used for the maximum possible time for this material.
When choosing the type of cladding, it is necessary to think over the general style of the interior of the apartment and correctly combine different decorative coatings. Then comfort and a comfortable, harmonious atmosphere will always dominate at home.
The following videos cover various.
There are various finishing materials for interior walls on the market. The material differs in the manufacturer and its properties. Therefore, it is not always easy to decide how best to decorate the walls. The features of the modern interior are very diverse, you can often see combinations of several materials in the decoration of the room. A variety of beautiful materials will help turn walls into masterpieces of renovation art.
Plaster and wallpaper for decoration
Wallpaper is one of the most popular materials for interior decoration. Wallpaper is much easier - the variety of colors and textures is simply amazing, and even a beginner can handle wallpapering.
The material can be divided into several subspecies:
But, if you want to give the house an unusual and unique look, then decorative plaster will be the best solution. Many are accustomed to using different plasters only when the walls need to be leveled and cracks repaired. But today this coating is used in the final decorative design of the walls. It has a wide variety of species, each of which has its own unique properties.
Decorative plaster will create stylish design and unusual structure on the surface. Plaster isolates the room a little, it can absorb extraneous sounds.
The material is divided into the following types:
- Structural finishing - this refers to the famous "bark beetle" and the equally famous "fur coat". After application, the wall acquires a beautiful and interesting structure, large or fine-grained;
- Textured layer - an option for unusual surface effects;
- Mineral plaster - environmentally friendly and economical effective method processing.
Cladding with tiles and panels
Tile is considered the most versatile and inexpensive material. It is used for finishing various surfaces. The technology of laying tiles, although it has features, but if you follow all the rules, it is quite feasible.
Wall cladding with tiles of different sizes is a fairly popular option for decorating rooms. Tiles have many advantages, but above all, they are valued for their resistance to extreme moisture and temperature changes. Because of this, it is often used to decorate walls in the kitchen and bathroom. As a rule, this type of decoration is not used in living rooms.
Ceramic tiles are divided into the following types:
- double fired tiles;
- white clay material;
- porcelain tiles;
- individually finished tiles.
Due to the fact that the tile is laid on top of the applied layer of adhesive, it acts as good insulation and makes the walls thicker.
Panels for interior walls can be in sheets, slabs. One of the main advantages of this type of surface treatment is the ability to place an insulating layer - mineral wool or standard foam - between the wall and the decorative panel.
Internal Wall panels made from the following materials:
- Chipboard - it is allowed to use it only in a dry room, such a plate is poisonous;
- Fiberboard - only afraid of direct contact with water;
- Plastic - easy to clean, moisture resistant;
- Natural wood is the noblest and most attractive, but at the same time expensive material.
Textile dyeing and finishing
Wall painting is considered the most budget option for decorating a room. It should be noted that the paint should only be applied to a flat and clean surface.
Textile decoration is often used in recent times. True, the price is high, but this design looks quite elegant.
This finish is divided into several types:
- Wallpaper in rolls. The structure has a textile that is attached to the bottom of the paper.
- Silk, linen and other materials per meter can be used for covering. There are many colors and shades on sale that can decorate almost any room.
Interior wall material
It is important to choose finishing materials for decorating interior walls in accordance with the principle of their use in a particular room.
Parameters, which should be considered when choosing finishing material for interior work, the following:
- Air humidity;
- Air temperature;
- Fire safety;
- Style.
Almost all types of wallpaper and particle board, wood and fabrics do not like moisture, so it is better not to use them in rooms with high humidity. But they will look great in other rooms. For bathrooms, kitchens and hallways, it is better to choose PVC panels, stone or ceramic tiles.
Fire safety is very important when you choose the finishing material for the interior walls of your home. The most stable fire-resistant materials are stone, ceramics, plaster. Other materials, unfortunately, are not as strong.
Selection of finishes taking into account the interior
Wall decoration inside the house is divided into classic and modern and is selected according to preferences. Finished products are selected taking into account the conditions in which they will be used, for example, indoor humidity, air temperature, and so on.
The characteristics of products include color, texture, various patterns and much more. The chosen color must necessarily match the interior of the room. If little light enters the room, then the wall cladding should be as light as possible. It is better if the walls are completely white.
Light shades visually increase the space, and the room is filled with warmth and comfort. Experts recommend using finishing material for walls inside the house of blue color. This creates an atmosphere of calm.
If you want to create an emotional and original interior, it is better to use bright red and orange colors. However, do not forget that such colors are contraindicated in rooms intended for family vacation and in the nursery.
In order for the room to acquire the style of an office, it is recommended to use wooden panels. Rooms decorated with this decor look just great, and visitors feel the strength and firmness of the owner of the room. This is especially true in classrooms.
When choosing several types of materials for covering the walls of one room, make sure that they do not contradict, but complement each other. For example, when decorating a room in a country style, you should not combine delicate wallpaper with futuristic or avant-garde elements.
Wall decoration requires a lot of responsibility. Particularly important in this case is the preparatory stage. Before starting work, it is necessary to determine what the finishing material will be, since for each option it is necessary to prepare the walls separately.
Before work, you must remove the old coating. Everything is removed mechanically using a spatula, brush or grinder. Old fasteners are removed.
Then you can smoothly proceed to the processing and leveling of the surface. Alignment occurs only after cleaning the walls to concrete. The wall is degreased and treated for mold. This should be done with special substances. After applying the product, the surface must be primed.
Repair is not always a pleasant experience. Although for many, this is an exciting process in which all the most daring ideas and decisions become embodied in reality. Interior decoration is the last stage in the construction of a house, during which it is important to observe all the nuances, requirements and rules for working with the material.
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TO A beautifully designed house is not just a picture. A cozy atmosphere creates a pleasant mood, residents always want to return to their "fortress". Properly selected materials for wall decoration inside the house are the key to successful interior design. Each room has its own type of decoration. In this case, you always need to rely on your tastes and preferences.
An example of finishing the walls of a country house
For interior work, the technology is fundamentally different than when processing facades. First, rough surface treatment is carried out, during which the basis is prepared for applying the next layers - decorative.
Types of applied coatings:
Tiling
Tiles are the best material for decorating kitchens and bathrooms. In terms of strength, functionality and service life, it has no equal. In any specialized hardware store you can find more than 100 types of tiles, colors and textures. Popular types are porcelain stoneware, single-fired tiles, white clay surfaces, majolite, etc.
The only drawback is the price, but given the long service life, this material fully pays for itself.
Materials for finishing the walls of a wooden house inside with natural stone
The main advantage of this finish is non-toxicity and a sophisticated look. For decoration, noble stones are used - marble, granite, cobblestone. Slate, sandstone and limestone can be used to create unique designs. The cost of materials is quite high, so often designers suggest using artificial materials. They are almost identical to the originals, the lining is used in rooms with fireplaces, dining rooms and kitchens.
The use of lining
For finishing, wood with high performance characteristics is used - birch, aspen, pine, linden, etc. Along with natural ones, plastic imitation is used under the structure of the tree. This method is quite popular due to the fact that plastics do not have such disadvantages as wood.
Clapboard lining is an easy, labor-intensive process that is usually done on your own. Execution does not require prior skills with building materials.
Other coatings
- Vinyl. Unique material. Looks great on walls. It has high technical characteristics. Does not collect dust and is easy to clean.
- Textile. Natural material. It is used to organize unique interiors. Usually combined with other coatings.
- Cork fibre. Eco-friendly material, great for country houses and cottages made of wood. Harmoniously fits into the overall interior. Possesses magnificent sound insulation, is elastic, does not give breaks and cracks. It helps to normalize the mood and calm the nerves.
- Linoleum wall. PVC coatings look great both on the floor and on the walls.
Lacquer coatings
After applying the finishing putty, varnishes and paints can be applied. For internal processing, water emulsion, acrylic, latex and oil suspensions are used. The main advantage of this processing is a wide color palette. Even if you find a ready-made color, you can always mix paints to get the expected shade. Properly painted walls can serve as a quality zoning room.
Panels
Panels can be used for finishing. There are sheet, type-setting and tiled. Each type carries a certain functionality, so you need to decide on the finishing material:
- Natural tree. Reliable material absolutely non-toxic. Gives nobility to any interior. Most often used in dining rooms, offices and living rooms. It is not recommended to use in rooms with high humidity.
- Plastic. Apply in the kitchen and. A great option if there is an animal in the house - it is weakly amenable to mechanical wear. An important point is absolute water repellency.
- Compressed wood shavings. Pretty practical stuff. Used in living rooms.
- Wood fiber structures. Found application in kitchens and bathrooms, provided that the material does not come into contact with water. Stronger than plastic, more environmentally friendly.
Wallpaper
The most popular finishing materials for wall decoration inside the house. They are classified according to the following features:
- moisture resistance;
- density;
- structure;
- presence of patterns.
Paper(classic version) do not interfere with the natural circulation of air masses in the room. Properly chosen color schemes can visually increase or decrease the space of rooms. The use of several colors helps to perform high-quality zoning.
Acrylic- combine in positive traits vinyl and paper.
Vinyl. Durable and moisture resistant material. Screen printing is done on vinyl.
Textile- from natural materials (viscose, silk). Recommended for gluing walls in living rooms. They are not used in kitchens due to the absorption of moisture and odors.
photo wallpapers decorate part of the wall. Used to create exclusive interiors.
Velours. It is used to decorate cabinets and living rooms. The material does not tolerate contact with water.
non-woven. Durable and practical. Most species can be repainted several times.
Fiberglass coatings I. They do not support combustion. Suitable for kitchens and halls.
Liquid wallpaper . popular material. Easy to apply. Increase sound insulation in rooms. They do not have seams.
woody. They are used in the houses of their bars to maintain an eco-style. Sold in fixed size panels.
Linkrust- a plastic material that is applied to a paper base. After gluing with the help of building tools, you can extrude a variety of patterns.
Plaster
Distinguish between dry and wet leveling. The disadvantage is the high complexity of the process and the formation of a large amount of dust. Now you can buy finishing plaster of any color that does not require post-processing. Such decoration increases the sound insulation of the room and insulates it. Plaster is an excellent material for decorating walls inside the house.
- If the work is planned in a wooden house, then you should take care of high-quality moisture and heat insulation, for example, make a layer of foam or tow.
- If the building consists of foam blocks, then the finishing material is selected insensitive to temperature changes, for example, to isolate surfaces
Wall decoration in the kitchen is a creative and complex process that sets the tone for the entire interior. The kitchen belongs to the premises with difficult conditions. There is always high humidity, evaporation of moisture, greasy deposits settle on the walls. Despite the presence of a hood, the apron and walls should be protected as much as possible from the adverse effects of steam, grease and burning. That is why the requirements for finishing materials are high. If you dream of a stylish kitchen space, pay the main attention to the wall decoration.
Requirements and finishes
Properly finished walls should be well washed and not deteriorate under the influence of water. To finish the working area, you can use ceramic tiles, marble, washable wallpaper, waterproof paint, MDF panels, decorative plaster. High demands are placed on finishing materials. They should not ignite, emit substances hazardous to health, but must absorb moisture and grease. Durability is the key quality material for finishing.
A huge variety of textures, colors allows you to create an interesting and unusual space. Taking into account the fact that the kitchen is divided into two main zones - working and dining, the walls are also being repaired. Surfaces that will take on the main load can be made of sustainable materials, and decorative finishes can be chosen for the dining area.
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Treatment of the working area is practicality, reliability, ease of maintenance; dining room - comfort and beauty. Near the table at which the family gathers, it is appropriate to choose as a finish fabric wallpaper, photowall-paper, plaster. The more creative designers show, the better! A modern kitchen combines two types of finishes, which saves on materials and basic work.
Types of finishing materials
A large selection of finishing materials allows you to create interesting interiors. Beautiful and original textures look luxurious on the kitchen wall. A huge plus of modern materials for decoration is relevance and durability.
Plaster. A popular material for wall decoration in the kitchen. It is easy to apply but expensive. Only professionals who have special skills and artistic taste can cope with it. Decorative plaster can be of different types: flock, Venetian, polymer, water-based, silicate, structural, lime, marble chips.
Before applying plaster to the walls, the surface should be treated with a special primer. The plaster looks original and modern. Its advantage is that it does not lose its relevance over time. The main advantage is that it washes well, retains a presentable appearance for a long time, and does not fade.
Stone slabs. A non-standard, but original solution is the decoration of the walls with decorative or natural stone. This material creates a spectacular kitchen space. The slabs naturally imitate the surface of the stone, are stacked quite simply. It is easy to decorate the wall with such plates on your own, but certain skills will be required.
First you need to level the surface before laying the material. The plates are held on with glue, and the seams between the stones are rubbed with a special solution. After laying the plates are varnished. This simplifies the process of caring for them.
Brick. If you dream of a loft-style kitchen, try using brick as wall decoration, including an apron. It can be decorative or natural brick, processed in a special way. Textured material is in perfect harmony with furniture with metal elements. It is fireproof and wear resistant.
Clapboard. A great option for decorating the walls in the kitchen. It is suitable only for the kitchen, it is better not to use it in other rooms. The lining is made of wood, glass, plastic and MDF. This material has a specific appearance, but it looks beautiful and stylish in the kitchen. The disadvantage of this material is that it ignites quickly. The brown lining on the wall harmonizes well with light-colored furniture.
Mosaic. It looks interesting and unusually small mosaic on the wall. It can be ceramic, glass, made of ceramic or glass. The mosaic looks like a small square. Many squares are glued to the wall in the form of a pattern or picture and create an impressive and large-scale effect.
Mosaic is more expensive than ceramic tiles. Due to its aesthetic appearance, this material can be used to decorate not only the work area, but also the dining area. In order to realize the design idea, it will take patience and time. Plus mosaic - it is easy to clean and lasts a long time.
Plastic panels. A good way to make repairs quickly and inexpensively. Plastic panels are not afraid of fungus, mold, temperature changes, pests. This material hides the unevenness of the walls, it is inexpensive, therefore it is in great demand. For the kitchen, it is better to use moisture-resistant, rather than mirrored, plastic panels. A large selection of panels allows you to create an interesting and modern interior.
Wallpaper. Classic wall decoration. Ordinary wallpapers are not suitable for the kitchen, so it is better to use the following types for processing: liquid, glass, vinyl, non-woven.
Liquid wallpaper - new fashion material finishes. They are sold in bags, not rolls. They should be diluted with water before application, and then coated on the walls. Liquid wallpaper looks aesthetically pleasing, does not deform or scratch.
Glass fiber is made from glass threads. The resulting canvas is glued like wallpaper on the wall. Material advantage: resistance to damage, fire safety, strength, reliability, environmental friendliness. They are glued on a special glue and are inexpensive.
Vinyl wallpapers are perfectly washable, resistant to moisture, are not afraid of dirt, soot, grease, sun.
Tiled (ceramic tiles). The working area in the kitchen can be finished with sustainable ceramic tiles or tiles. This material is durable and strong. It is not affected by high temperatures, the tile washes well, and a large selection of colors and designs adds to its pluses in the piggy bank. The tile is smooth, matte, textured, glossy.
Using ceramic tiles, you can make an apron or part of the wall near the dining table. Designers do not recommend finishing all the walls in the kitchen with this material, as it will look heavy and narrow the space.
MDF panels. This finishing material is environmentally friendly and durable. It is easy to work with him. MDF panels are mounted on a crate, but they are more expensive than plastic ones. Panels are great for creating an apron, they can also be used to decorate a wall near the dining area. MDF panels are made from shredded wood waste, which are pressed into slabs. The resulting tiles are covered with a special film with a different pattern, shade or color.
Parquet boards. Beautiful and original solution in eco style. Parquet boards are often used to create a Scandinavian interior. Boards effectively fill the empty space. They use the board not only for wall decoration in the kitchen, but also in the bathroom, living room, bedroom. The parquet board washes well, wear-resistant, has an attractive appearance. The advantages of this material are environmental friendliness and aesthetics. A wood board on the wall looks luxurious.
Dye. Finishing paint differs from the usual coating in composition, color, stability. When choosing, be guided by the criteria. choose acrylic paint. It dries quickly, washes well, creates a protective film on the wall. Finishing paint resistant to steam and humidity.
Matte well hide the imperfections of the walls and irregularities. Paint can create interesting spaces. Before you start painting the surface of the wall, it should be prepared - leveled and primed. Good for processing water-based paints. They are easy to wash and repaint. The paint is applied to the surface in several layers.
An interesting decorative technique is light furniture and bright walls or contrasting furniture and light surfaces.
Glass panels. A rare and unusual way to decorate the walls in the kitchen. Such panels can be used to process both the working area and the dining area. This material is beautiful and durable. Glass can be interestingly decorated, put on it a drawing, pattern or photograph. This means that the kitchen will acquire exclusivity.
For the manufacture of glass panels, reliable armored glass is used, which is difficult to damage. Glass panels are easy to care for, they are not afraid of humidity, temperature changes, mold and fungus do not apply to them. Grease and dirt can be easily removed from the glass panels with a damp cloth. It is durable and beautiful material.
Metal finish. Metal externally and in fact is a heavy material, which is difficult to imagine in the interior. But today it is often used to organize spaces in the style of minimalism, high-tech or loft. Metal panels are durable, reliable, fire resistant. They are easy to care for (wash and clean).
How to choose
In a private house, it is better to use natural and textured materials. These include wood, stone, lining. In a small kitchen, it is appropriate to use mosaics to finish the work area or washable plastic wallpaper. If you choose the right color and pattern, as well as the manufacturer, such wallpapers will last at least ten years.
The apartment looks appropriate tile, paint, plastic and MDF panels. If the repair is started in the "Khrushchev", it is important to carefully approach the processing of the walls. A kitchen in such a small apartment is easy to make even smaller if you choose the wrong finishing material. For example, parquet panels, tiles on all walls, lining, brick will take up space. It is better to use wallpaper or paint.
In the matter of wall decoration in the kitchen in Khrushchev, it is important to take the choice of color seriously. It is good if these are light, neutral shades: gray-blue, beige, white, light green, lemon. The space should be as organized as possible. Do not overload the kitchen with details, unnecessary interior items. If possible, hide small appliances in niches or cabinets.
Repairs must be approached individually. Consider not only the fashion trends of the interior and design, but also your own budget. Remember that the finish can look modern and stylish, even if you allocate a small amount for repairs.
DIY finishing
For self-finishing walls it is better to choose simple materials that are easy to work with. Among them are wallpaper, plastic, paint, ceramic tiles. The walls in the kitchen are a versatile platform for work due to the large selection of materials.
Any repair begins with the release of the premises from the furniture and all items.
The next step is to clean the walls from old wallpaper, paint, tiles or plaster. This occupation is exhausting, but further repairs will depend on the quality of its implementation. If tiles need to be removed, use a perforator or a mallet with a flat head.
Then the walls must be primed. This stage ensures reliable adhesion of finishing materials to the wall. The wall is primed with a roller. After the surface is dry, apply the first coat of putty to the wall. After it dries, a second and finishing layer. When the wall dries, it should be primed again to make it easier to decorate in the future.
The next step is finishing. The most common options are painting, tile, plastic siding, wallpaper, drywall, decorative plaster.
In order to bring any idea to life on your own, you need a layout or project. It is necessary to measure the room - length, height, width, take into account many nuances. If the repair is done from scratch, you will need the help of professionals.
Eco style
The most eco-friendly style to date is Scandinavian. The walls in the Scandinavian style are finished with parquet boards. However, designers advise choosing a finish that contrasts with the floor, otherwise the kitchen can be turned into a box.
The combination of dark wood and light furniture, the division of partitions into two horizontal parts - interesting option decor. The lower part is finished with wood or plastic, and the upper part is painted with wallpaper. This option is reminiscent of English style. The kitchen partition can also be finished with MDF or glass.
best material for eco-style - wood. Lining, stone fit organically into the style. All four walls can be treated with these materials, taking into account that the material will be light, not dark. Appropriate and most organic scandinavian interior fits into the kitchen of a country house.
The classic style of kitchen wall decoration with modern details is gaining popularity. In this case, glass wallpapers are perfect for repairs.
Modern materials and creative ideas combine to give interesting and unusual results. White and dark color, calm and bright shades, tenderness and contrast - it's beautiful and stylish. Do you dream of transforming the kitchen space and not spending a lot of money on repairs? Everything is possible thanks to the variety of finishing materials. Pay attention to the original interiors and try to bring the idea to life.
White wall and furniture in tandem with dark wall, horizontal imitation of a parquet board gives the kitchen lightness and style. Weightless curtains, a metal lampshade, a glass table, white chairs of a simple design - the ideal space in a minimalist style.
White furniture in the kitchen is a modern trend. It goes well with white furniture contrasting walls. For example, wallpaper with a floral pattern looks organic and gives a feeling of comfort.
An excellent example of finishing the dining area with decorative bricks. Wall mural will bring a rustic element to the kitchen. Clear lines of the working area, White color, the backlight is in perfect harmony with textured wall against. Green plants will add naturalness to the room.
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