They are used in decoration. Wall decoration: types and features of their application

What types of wall decoration are the most popular today, which are the most practical, and which are fashionable and spectacular?
Let's try to answer these questions.

All options for wall decoration, an overview of materials, advantages and disadvantages.

Wallpaper

Wallpaper is the most familiar, publicly available way of decorating walls. For a long time, wallpapers in Europe were exclusively made of fabric or leather. Hence the name - they were not glued, but nailed.

Wallpaper today - a diverse range of products for all occasions and wallets. Here and paper, and textile, vinyl and non-woven, acrylic and fiberglass, wood, cork, metal ... Wallpaper in the form huge photos and paintings, as well as 3D images. And each variety has its undeniable advantages.

Paper wallpapers are affordable and organic, and an impressive range of colors, textures and patterns opens their way to any room. Also with adhesive paper wallpaper everyone can handle it, which saves on repairs.
Most of all, paper coating is suitable for the walls of the hallway, living room and bedroom.
A variety is glued in the corridor, which, in which case, can be painted, and the living room is decorated, as a rule, with multi-layered, embossed, primed types of wallpaper. Inexpensive, but “funny” paper wallpapers are also used in the nursery - if an artist wakes up in a child, it will not be difficult to quickly change such a finish.

To disadvantages paper covers can be attributed to their fragility, fragility: only the best, multi-layer samples are able to serve without visible loss of quality for 5 years or more.
And also paper does not tolerate moisture, is easily flammable and fades fairly quickly.

Wall murals became popular in the late 80s of the last century, and still do not leave their homes. This is because their range is truly limitless, the price is not sky-high, and you can stick such wallpapers yourself. In addition, modern photo wallpapers are highly resistant to fading, repel dust, have an additional protective film and can be made to order - for example, with portraits of household members.
Actually, this is the pluses of paper photo wallpapers.

The disadvantages include the fact that such wallpapers require absolutely flat surfaces and, like any paper, are not very durable. Average term operation - 3-7 years.

Textile wallpapers are linen, felt, silk, velor; on a non-woven, paper or synthetic basis.

The advantages of fabric upholstery are its naturalness, good thermal insulation, greater resistance to fading compared to paper wallpaper, decent appearance and a wealth of textures. And also a solid - an average of 10 years - service life.

The most environmentally friendly option, paper-based linen upholstery, can be safely advised to the nursery. Silk wallpaper, as if by magic, will turn an ordinary living room into a chic salon. And felt or velor wallpaper will make the bedroom warmer, more secluded.
If more insulation is required, the walls are covered with textile wallpaper on a porous synthetic base: their thickness can reach 5 millimeters. This variety is the least susceptible to deformation. The maximum period of use of such a coating is up to 10 years.

Negative qualities of fabric wallpaper: the need for regular cleaning, instability to mechanical stress, relatively high price. In addition, fabric wallpapers require perfectly flat planes, as well as knowledge of the nuances of applying to walls.

Jute wallpapers belong to an extensive family of decorative materials with a natural vegetable coating. They are also called wallpaper-mats. They can be based on both paper and interlining.

Jute wallpapers are valued for 100% naturalness, breathability, resistance to ultraviolet radiation and mechanical stress. And the characteristic, nodular structure elevates these wallpapers from the category of ordinary coatings to the rank of stylish design chips.
Most often, jute is used when they want to emphasize the character of the interior.
These wallpapers are primarily used for living rooms and bedrooms; however, the safety, hypoallergenicity of jute makes it a welcome "guest" in children's rooms.

The disadvantages of jute coatings include their ability to absorb odors (which is why you rarely see jute in kitchens), the need for regular cleaning and a considerable price.
The average service life is 10-15 years.

Vinyl wallpapers are on the crest of popularity today. Still, because this type of finish is able to imitate stone, wood, plaster or, say, suede.
It should be noted that vinyl wallpapers are also divided into a considerable number of subspecies: structural, with a relief and a layer of foamed vinyl, with hot stamping and silkscreen effect.

To strengths such coatings include a high degree of sound insulation, the ability to mask small irregularities, roughness on the walls, resistance to fading and moisture. Due to the fact that water and steam are not afraid of vinyl wallpaper, they are relevant in kitchens and bathrooms.

But vinyl wallpaper also has disadvantages: airtightness, difficulties in self-gluing, relatively high cost, and also not very nice smell, which can exude cheap samples.
The service life is on average 20 years.

On the basis of non-woven fabric, there can be paper wallpaper, and fabric, and vinyl.
These are rolls of cellulose fibers bonded with polymers. Their advantages are environmental friendliness, breathability, a wide palette of patterns, and also the ability to repaint these wallpapers, smooth out small bumps and flaws on the walls with their help. The service life of non-woven wallpaper is about 10 years.

And now for the shortcomings. Firstly, not everyone can afford high-quality non-woven wallpaper. Secondly, dust accumulates in the “folds” of their embossing. They are also quite easy to damage, for example, when rearranging furniture. Finally, the non-woven coating must be glued to exemplary clean, plain walls. Otherwise, spots and stains may be visible.

It is believed that this is an analogue of vinyl coatings, which are based on paper, and foamed vinyl replaces polymer coating.
Advantages - hypoallergenicity, strength, practicality, moisture resistance, which allows you to use the wallpaper in the living room, and in the kitchen, and even in the bathroom. And also resistance to mechanical stress and ease of handling. No wonder acrylic wallpapers are preferred by families with naughty children or pets.

Disadvantages: such wallpapers are inferior to vinyl "brothers" in thickness and, therefore, in durability. Yes, and their color scheme is not so diverse.
The term of application is 10-12 years.

This, yet non-trivial type of finish is gaining more and more points - thin, glass yarn rolled into rolls. It consists of dolomite, sand and similar additives, therefore, naturalness, harmlessness is one of the "trump cards" of glass.

There are other advantages: high strength, resistance to chemical and mechanical stress, fire and moisture, the possibility of coloring.
Fiberglass is so presentable that it often adorns the walls of pretentious bars and restaurants.
Nothing prevents the use of glass wallpaper in any room, but they look especially impressive in classic as well as modern living rooms.

The disadvantages include the complexity of installation and, especially, dismantling, the requirement is absolutely flat surface walls. In addition, glass wallpapers, due to complex production technology, are an expensive pleasure.
But the service life of the glass coating is up to 30 years.

The raw material for their production is the bark of the Mediterranean oak with its unique resinous substances. The advantages of the material are obvious: environmental friendliness, bactericidal properties, creation of a special, healing microclimate.
The cork coating also has enviable insulating properties. If someone in the apartment, for example, plays music, then the neighbors are unlikely to hear, because the cork will absorb decibels.
It is also important that, unlike wooden coatings, cork does not ignite and does not support combustion.
After all, the velvety feel of cork bark is pleasant to the touch, which is why it is used in rooms for the smallest children.

Among the shortcomings of cork wallpaper, a relatively narrow range of colors should be mentioned. It cannot be said that their patterns are uniform, but their natural color is in the range of natural wood - from light yellow to dark brown. And it is also worth considering that they will cost a lot, although the high cost in this case is offset by a rather long service life.
Service life - up to 30 years.

It may seem that we are talking about a novelty, but this material was invented back in 1877.
These are rolls that are formed from wood flour mixed with wax, rosin, linseed oil.
The surface of the linkrust is embossed, patterned, which gives the finish an expensive, respectable look.

The best qualities of linkrust - environmental Safety, commendable thermal stability, durability, resistance to deformation, a wide selection of colors and shades, the possibility of painting, unpretentious care.
The shelf life of linkrust wallpaper is practically unlimited, which can be confirmed by the perfectly preserved interiors of many old houses.

Linkrust looks great in,. However, it also has some flaws - for example, instability at low temperatures, a complex installation process, and high cost.

Metallic wallpaper

Metallic / metallized wallpapers can be embossed, blackened, etched, painted, patinated ... Due to the decorative variety, this type of wall covering is a signature technique of many well-known designers.

Wallpaper covered with a layer of foil, namely they are called metal, are resistant to moisture, wear, good thermal insulation. Well, if they are of a mirror type, then they also have the ability to visually “push apart” the space.

Metallic wallpaper of a noble shade is adored by fans of expensive, pretentious styles such as, and. Designers especially recommend these wallpapers for decorating halls, lobbies and halls.

The disadvantages of such a coating are airtightness and low resistance to mechanical stress. Metallic wallpaper also requires perfectly smooth walls ... and a lot of investment.
Their shelf life is on average 10 years.

Liquid wallpaper, they are also flock, silk plaster. Despite the natural base, after hardening on the walls, such a coating is not much like wallpaper.
pros liquid wallpaper- practicality, damaged fragments are easy to restore, environmental friendliness, the ability to pass air, sufficient strength.

Cons - relatively high cost, as well as not such a wide selection of patterns and colors, as is the case with ordinary paper ones.

Suitable liquid wallpaper in the hallway, hall, nursery, bedroom and living room. The average service life is 6-8 years.

Decorative plaster

This general term refers to a layer of building and decorative mixture applied to the surface of the walls. It levels the walls, insulates them, insulates them, and, of course, is one of the most ancient methods of ennobling the home inside and out.

Plaster mixtures can be divided according to two criteria - according to the composition of the mixture and artistic qualities.

Mineral plaster is the most economical type of plaster. This is due to the basis of the mixture - cement, which is "seasoned" with chemical additives that give increased moisture resistance. To this we can add environmental safety, vapor permeability, resistance to fungi and mold, temperature extremes, as well as fire safety.

Among the shortcomings are not a very diverse color palette and the complexity of application.
But the average period of operation of the mineral coating does not exceed 15 years.

In addition to the mineral, there is also: silicate, based on liquid glass; silicone, based on silicone resins; polymer - with acrylic resin in the composition.
The longest service life of silicone and mineral plasters.

Textured (structural) decorative plaster- a way of decorating walls, which can be called an unfading classic. Due to the fact that various additives (pebbles, fibers, marble chips or ground bricks) are included in the plaster mixture, such a finish can look like rock, valuable wood, cork bark, sand patterns, cracked clay, dug velvet.

The textured types of plaster include the famous “fur coat”, as well as bark beetle plaster - a method of finishing halls and hallways that has been popular for many decades.

Textured plaster is a great solution for those who want to get a unique interior. It will definitely provide picturesqueness, sophistication. And at the same time also strength, durability, fire resistance.
Plaster will help hide small defects on the walls, and its price does not bite at all.
Textured plaster will not disgrace any of the palace, will be a good find for the hall, living room, dining room.

Judging by the reviews, there is only one drawback to this design - it is difficult to remove it when a new repair is needed.
The time during which textured plaster will not lose its attractiveness is 15-20 years.

It is hard to believe that this type of coating is over 500 years old. "Venetian" gives the impression of a noble stone - marble, granite, onyx, jasper, opal, malachite, amber. Such a sophisticated type of decoration literally asks for the walls of spacious living rooms, where there are fireplaces, canvases in magnificent frames hang and the spirit of the Renaissance hovers.
Venetian plaster is unique: there are no two identical copies of it in the world!
It is she who can be seen inside the palaces of the Venetian doges, the villas of Italian aristocrats.
"Venetian" is not only charmingly beautiful, but also safe, moisture resistant, durable and able to please the eye not for years, but for centuries!
But the price is right for her.

Dye

The market offers a truly huge number of various interior paints. Water-based paints are considered the safest and most non-toxic, while solvent-based paints, when dry, form a denser, shiny layer. You can choose moisture-resistant paint, which is suitable for the kitchen, and vapor-permeable, which will be in place, for example, in the hallway.

Concerning decorative properties, then the paints are glossy, matte and even embossed. The former are suitable for impeccably flat surfaces, while the embossed one is able to hide roughness and minor errors on the walls.

• Water based paints have the "softest" chemical composition. Their other advantages include an attractive price and a huge selection of colors and shades.
  The disadvantages are instability to abrasion and high humidity.
• Acrylic paints more tolerant of vapors, but drops or jets can destroy them.
  The most durable among water-soluble paints are latex paints. They are even allowed to be washed, but they are not too tolerant of ultraviolet radiation, and they are more expensive.
  Walls covered with acrylic-based paint are not afraid of sunlight, are non-toxic and do not fade for 15-20 years.
  The disadvantage of such colors - long term drying.
• Alkyd paints They are inexpensive, easy to use, have a wide range of colors and dry within an hour of application. True, alkyd-based dyes are short-lived - a year later, the walls can become stained and lose their original brightness. They also do not like sunlight, and most importantly, they are quite toxic. In connection with the last point, these paints are not recommended in bedrooms and nurseries.
• silicate paints created on the basis of liquid glass with the addition of pigments and fillers. Most often they are used on verandas, balconies, in basements - where exposure to moisture and temperature changes is required.
• silicone paints vapor-permeable, have dirt-repellent qualities, are not afraid of water and create a sufficiently strong coating layer.
  It is not surprising that their service life is equal to a quarter of a century.
  Silicone paints can decorate the walls of the bathroom, use them in the hallway, in the kitchen. However, it should be remembered that the bumps and depressions on the walls covered with this relatively new type of paint and varnish products will become more noticeable.
• Oil paints with drying oil at the base today are rarely used for interior decoration. The reason is the harmful components that are used in their production. In addition, oil formulations dry for a long time, do not allow surfaces to "breathe", and can bubble and crack.
  The merits of oil paints include, perhaps, their affordability. Because of this, oil paints can be useful in utility, utility rooms - they paint pipes, window frames, heating batteries.
• Enamel often call for help when they start repairs. Among the advantages of enamel dyes are the budget price, aesthetics (it forms a smooth, glossy film), strength exceeding the strength of oil and alkyd paints.
  Enamel is called a universal coating, because it easily falls on any surface, be it brick, concrete or wood, and dries within a day. The paint resists moisture well, so enamel sometimes covers the walls of the bathroom.
  But we must not forget that enamels are flammable, which is why they should not be used near cooker.
  The durability of enamel paint depends on the type and ranges from 10 to 15 years.

Decorative brick / stone. Today, few people will be surprised by this way of decorating living rooms and bedrooms, although recently brickwork further hallways were not "let". It's all about fashion. It turned out that brick as a way of decor is organically combined with many current styles- from classic to minimalism and.

Rigid tiles imitating brick are based on gypsum, cement, clay and other compounds. So, white gypsum tiles are the most affordable. By weight, it is quite light, for its masonry it is necessary to purchase a special glue.

The main disadvantage of this material is its high moisture absorption - this should be taken into account when planning repairs and should not be used in rooms with high humidity.
The average service life is at least 15 years.

In addition to brick, walls can be covered with decorative artificial stone that imitates sandstone, shell rock, slate, tuff, basalt, and more. Despite the variety of textures, decorative stone is produced mainly from gypsum, sand, clay, cement and appropriate dyes.

The advantages of this finishing option are diversity, which allows the wildest design fantasies to roam. Artificial stone is quite easy to install, it is hygienic, has a low weight, which can also be attributed to the advantages.

Decorative stone is used most often to highlight corners, openings, arches, framing a fireplace, in other words, to create stylish accents.
The service life with careful attitude is up to 30 years.

This finishing material can be called eternal: trends change, and bathrooms and kitchens are still decorated with tiles. Ceramic tiles have earned confidence due to such qualities as environmental safety, moisture resistance, hygiene and unpretentiousness in everyday life, immunity to fungi and bacteria, abrasion and burnout. And the variety of formats, colors and textures, replicating the appearance of precious stones, minerals, crocodile skin and much more, gives the tile a pass to any room.
A high-quality ceramic facing material can serve for 50 years or more. The only thing that is required is to restore the seams between the plates.

For ceramic granite tiles are characterized by strength, greater than that of tiles, environmental friendliness, low degree of water absorption, resistance to chips, as well as to low temperatures. The last point makes porcelain stoneware a leader in finishing when it comes to balconies, terraces, loggias and verandas.

As for the range of colors and textures of porcelain tiles, it will satisfy any tastes and whims. Porcelain tile will last more than one generation.
Among the disadvantages of such a coating is an impressive weight and relatively high cost.

Finishing with PVC panels will cost 30-40% cheaper than with ceramic tiles.
In addition to low cost, PVC panels are practical, easy to use, and resistant to temperature extremes.
Installation of panels is also quite simple.
Contrary to rumors, PVC does not emit toxic substances and is considered a safe finishing agent. For the appearance of the panels, and they come in different colors, you can not worry about 8-10 years.

Among the disadvantages of PVC finishes, it is called its lower strength, toxicity during combustion, and, oddly enough, low cost compared to ceramics: for many, this is an indicator lack of prestige.

MDF panels are a modern modification of particle boards, known as chipboard. In the production of MDF, however, harmful phenol is not used, which makes this product environmentally friendly.
The advantages of MDF include a wide range of products: manufacturers offer multi-colored, ornamented panels, smooth and with a relief surface. They are easy to mount on the walls, they are durable, with a high coefficient of thermal conductivity, insensitive to fungus and mold, and since they are covered with a laminated film, they are also resistant to moisture.
The service life of MDF panels is 15 years.

3D panels

Most of these three-dimensional, embossed products are made from gypsum, although they can be made from MDF, bamboo, reed, plastic, glass, aluminum… backlight.
What unites all these variations?
In general, 3D panels are hypoallergenic and non-toxic, they fasten quickly, and have good insulating qualities.

A serious bonus is the ability to manufacture custom-made panels.
Wide selection samples allows you to fit such a finish into any style: 3D bamboo panels will suit simple, emphasized eco-friendly interiors, 3D panels with a metallic sheen and a futuristic pattern will emphasize and, plain 3D panels will add zest to , and panels with a patina effect will harmoniously complement art deco and .

Among the disadvantages of this coating, consumers call the ability of panels to accumulate dust on a relief surface. And psychologists add: an excessive amount of convex patterns will not only overload the interior, but can provoke irritability and poor health. Based on this, it is better to use 3D panels in fragments - on one wall, for example.

Drywall

Drywall is a worthy alternative to plaster. It is used to create suspended, sub-ceiling systems, to decorate ventilation, pipes, utilities, as well as to cover walls.

Most often, drywall decorate rooms with normal humidity - hallways, living rooms, bedrooms. But there is also a special, moisture-resistant drywall, the service life of which can last up to 10 years.

Drywall is a good sound insulator, it absorbs excess moisture and creates a perfectly flat surface. Installation of drywall products is not difficult, while they can be cut, create various shapes for decoration from them.

The disadvantage of drywall is that it “eats up” the volume of the room, and after installation on the walls, it requires puttying the seams and finishing. It is also depressing that hanging a TV or a shelf on a wall covered with drywall is problematic.

Mosaic is a favorite in bathrooms and kitchens. It is produced from a wide range of materials: for example, from natural stone, which gives the product special strength and durability, or from ceramics, glass, wood, metal.
The source of raw materials, of course, greatly affects the type of mosaic, its lifespan, as well as what styles and rooms it suits best.
The most common mosaic is ceramic-based. It is used in bathrooms, toilets, as well as in kitchens - for example, in the area of ​​\u200b\u200bthe work surface.

The merits of the mosaic coating include, firstly, the possibility of using it in niches, on ledges, and uneven surfaces. Secondly, a variety of structures and colors make it possible to create plots from mosaic tiles: walls are monochrome and colorful, patterned and in the form of paintings. Add to this the fact that the mosaic perfectly adheres to any surface - concrete, plaster, wood.
But each finishing agent has flaws, and the mosaic is the price. However, it is justified, because we are talking about an exclusive product that is made from natural materials and lasts 15 years or more.

Wall decoration, like nothing else, affects the interior and the overall appearance of the room. Therefore, the choice of material should be approached not only from the side of “oh how beautiful it will look”, but also pay attention to practicality. After all, each room has its own functional areas. Let's look at the most popular options for wall decoration in an apartment, the pros, cons and photos.

Wallpaper

Wallpaper is perhaps the most popular option for decorating a room. There are different types of wallpapers: from simple paper to vinyl or even 3D. The material is selected depending on the room. For example, in the kitchen, vinyl (washable wallpaper) is better suited. This is very convenient, because at any time the walls can be cleaned of "soot" and other dirt. And in the bathroom it is better to choose moisture-resistant ones, otherwise the material will absorb moisture, it can peel off and, in addition to everything, a fungus will appear. In the nursery, there are several options for solving the problem: washable and light paper (density up to 110 g / m 3). The first option is more expensive and practical, it will great solution for various "surprises" from the most active family members. It's no secret that children are inventive people, and not all creativity can be corrected. Soon the material will still have to be re-glued. Paper ones are cheaper and here the calculation is that as soon as the wallpaper gets very dirty, they can be easily re-pasted. But this will have to be done an order of magnitude more often than with washable ones. Non-woven, liquid, textile, photo and 3D wallpapers will look great in the living room, and one or another option is selected depending on the design. All the nuances of wall decoration with wallpaper (types, photos, descriptions, how to choose, etc.).

Decorative plaster

For most of us, the phrase "wall plastering" is associated with surface leveling and other rough work. But today decorative plaster is an excellent solution for the original decoration of the room. Depending on the type (acrylic, mineral, silicate, etc.), the technical qualities, properties and appearance of the material change. The advantage of plaster is the possibility of applying various patterns, even a few correct strokes with a spatula can give the room original look. The disadvantage is the difficulty in application. All the secrets of plastering.

Tile

The tile is resistant to moisture, temperature changes and other troubles, so it is best suited for the bathroom and kitchen. The disadvantage of the material is the complexity of work and high cost. For example, “cottoforte” tiles will perfectly complement any interior, but at the same time, not everyone can afford the cost of laying them. The interior of the room directly depends on the interior of the material (ceramic, glass, PVC, etc.), each of which has its own characteristics. More about styling, types and other nuances.

Drywall

Drywall is a good option for finishing almost any room.

Most often, PVC panels can be found in offices, shopping centers and other commercial establishments. Since plastic is not a natural material, it is rarely used in a bedroom or living room. But for a kitchen or bathroom, plastic panels will be an excellent solution, because they have all necessary qualities. Moreover, the material is easy to install and in case of damage, any part can be easily replaced. Everything about PVC panels.

Decorative rock

– expensive pleasure. Also, laying it on the wall on your own without the necessary experience is unlikely to succeed. This is perhaps the only drawback of the material. Natural, durable, resistant stone is able to bring originality to the room and emphasize the stateliness of its owners.

Decorative wall decoration, that is, interior finishing work, is the most “delicious” creative part of the repair. Most different ideas options for wall decoration, decorating the comfort of your own home or office are achievable today more than ever! The market offers a myriad of finishing materials for indoor walls. It has long been known capacious saying that even the walls of the house are treated - people do not say that in vain. So that a large selection does not lead to some confusion, it is enough to have a clear idea of ​​​​what you want, as well as a little understanding of what modern finishing materials are.

Lovely thought out, harmonious interior, indeed, relieves stress, soothes.

Wall decoration with various materials, which has become so organically relevant, so loved, has a number of advantages:

• such design is almost always unique, unrepeatable;
• adaptive to absolutely any stylistic decision - from classic to the most daring;
• perfectly camouflages slight irregularities, surface defects;
• at times increases sound insulation;
• significantly enhances the moisture resistance of surfaces.

Interior wall paint

Painting is the most common, basic method available for decorating walls. It is based on the application of coloring materials (paints) to the surface. A huge selection of colors, the presence of various techniques (which can be used even without special training) make it especially popular. Two main types of paint are mainly used for interior coating: either acrylic or alkyd.

Acrylics include water-based and water-based water-based paints. Advantages: such a dye is affordable, easy to work with (due to the composition, it has practically no smell), it is suitable for decorating absolutely all rooms. Often acrylic paints used to cover large surfaces, they dry very quickly.

Decorative wall decoration, photo:

Alkyd paint is used a little less often, it is dissolved with white spirit or turpentine.

Advantages: indispensable for the study of large, small wooden or metal elements - window, door frames, pipes, heating radiators. Combining different gradations, tones of the same color, related or contrasting colors in one room, you can easily create a unique, unusual, but cozy space.

Decorative plaster for interior wall decoration

Another undisputed leader in the construction market used for interior work is decorative plaster. This is an excellent finishing material for walls inside the apartment.

No wonder, because the advantages of this material are obvious:

• protection against mechanical damage;
• individual design of rooms is achieved with a minimum of effort;
• the composition includes environmentally friendly natural materials;
• for a long time the condition remains good, keeps its shape perfectly;
• well washed and cleaned.

In appearance, decorative plaster is a special heterogeneous mixture of different structures, grain sizes. For interior work, compounds that dissolve with water are ideal (they do not have a strong odor).

In the photo, wall decoration with decorative plaster:

As a rule, plasters can be tinted, that is, several shades of pigments can be mixed in order to achieve an individual exact tone, to realize the plan as much as possible. There are a lot of plastering techniques, all of them are quite simple to perform.

Wall decoration with wallpaper

Classic wallpapering, it seems, will never cease to be relevant, simple, affordable.

Currently, the choice of high-quality, exquisite wallpaper is very wide. The most common:

• paper classic;
• washable vinyl;
• non-woven;
• natural;
• represented by liquid textures.

Ordinary paper wallpapers are background or embossed, single-layer or double-layer. Given their environmental friendliness, they are simply indispensable for a child's room or bedroom, they are inexpensive, "breathe", and are easily glued. The other side of the coin, regarding the types of wallpaper finishes: they are short-lived, fade, easily get dirty.

Non-woven wallpaper - non-woven, with a high density, applied to paper. They have great strength, but at the same time let air through. Camouflage cracks, surface roughness. They are very easy to stick - the adhesive mass must be applied only to a solid base.

Vinyl wallpaper is foamed vinyl applied to a paper or non-woven base. They are smooth, embossed, with a pattern, made using hot stamping or silk-screen printing.

Great for hallways, corridors, as they are moisture resistant, which means they are perfectly washed and cleaned. Such wallpapers retain color saturation for a very long time, practically do not fade, are airtight (therefore, it is better not to glue them on the walls of a bedroom or nursery).

Natural wallpapers are made from environmentally adaptive, natural derivatives:

• traffic jams;
• jute;
• straws;
• veneer;
• bamboo;
• cane;
• algae.

They are applied to a paper, or, less commonly, to a non-woven base. This is an exclusive, very cozy, pleasant to the touch decorative material. To protect against dust, the manufacturer processes such wallpapers with special means. Most often, such natural coatings are used to focus on individual elements. They are somewhat capricious, require protection from sunlight.

Decorative panels for interior wall decoration

Today, the construction market offers a wide range of similar decorative materials for interior wall cladding. The shape, the material of manufacture, coupled with the convenience and speed of installation, make it possible to achieve excellent results quickly and relatively inexpensively. With the help of panels, you can hide flaws, irregularities, electrical wiring, and other building communications. These decorative materials are attached to a special metal crate, which is initially mounted on the mother surface.

Decorative panels are presented as sheets, rectangular canvases, narrow slats. Thus, you can choose an individual, convenient variant of the cladding, their installation is carried out horizontally or vertically. The most demanded, frequently used data type decorative coating made from fiberboard, chipboard, MDF, polyvinyl chloride, gypsum, natural (or recycled) wood, cork raw materials. Decorative 3D analogues stand apart.

Photo of wall cladding with different materials:

High-quality panels for interior cladding should be environmentally friendly, resistant to moisture, temperature changes. Use of various detergents should not be a problem, low flammability in the event of a fire hazard is also important.

Wall decoration with drywall

Drywall is a modern, inexpensive material, a reasonable alternative to plaster when a smooth surface is required. Even a novice builder can handle drywall, it is non-toxic, non-flammable, after working with it there is no large amount of dust, construction debris.

The advantages of plasterboard cladding are:

• excellent sound insulation;
• maintaining an acceptable indoor climate;
• environmental friendliness;
• the possibility of implementing any design designs;
• compatibility with other finishing materials that can be used as a top coat;
• low price.

When working with drywall, its fragility should be taken into account, and it also needs a reliable frame. If there is an increased level of humidity, then, most likely, it may be necessary to pre-coat the mother surface with a special primer.

Clinker tiles for interior wall decoration

The use of this modern, up-to-date facing material makes it easy to implement a design idea - a high-quality imitation of wood, stone or brickwork. Today, clinker tiles are in demand, because in addition to their high performance, they look very aesthetically pleasing and are not inferior to those natural materials that they imitate.

Clinker stone imitation, photo:

It is easy to work with such a tile, its minimum thickness is only 8 mm, it has a long service life, resistance to mechanical damage. If you are lining a kitchen or bathroom, then the level of moisture resistance of this coating should be appropriate.

Clinker tiles have a rich color scheme, moreover, over time, the shades do not fade, do not fade. For cladding, you can choose a material of any texture: smooth, glazed, rough, rustic. Clinker tiles are not affected by mold or various kinds of fungi, do not emit toxic fumes, are fire resistant, and durable.

Brick panels for interior wall decoration

Often, the design concept of interior design requires a realistic embodiment of brickwork. Brick-like interior cladding looks stylish, modern, and differs from real brick cladding by saving space, time, and effort. With this material you can decorate separate wall or partitions between rooms, or arrange the entire room for masonry, if the situation requires it.

Brick panels are produced in a variety of colors, textures, perfectly hide defects, engineering communications. They are harmoniously combined with wallpaper, plaster, painted or wooden fragments of the interior. With the help of brick-like panels, you can place accents, create a unique, completely individual interior. The most commonly used brick imitations are made from PVC and MDF.

Types of decorative wall decoration - brick cladding, photo:

The advantages of this facing coating:

• simple installation - even a beginner can handle it;
• easy cutting (it is convenient to join corners);
• no additional finishing work;
• good sound insulation;
• additional thermal insulation;
• no need to pre-level the work surface;
• replacement of individual fragments of panels in case of damage.

Acceptable pricing policy is also significant advantage when choosing this brick decoration.

Wall decoration with laminate

We all know that laminate flooring has been successfully used for flooring for a long time. It looks aesthetically pleasing and is relatively inexpensive. Not so long ago, designers decided to use laminate for wall decoration. This design move - a wall laminate for interior decoration - unexpectedly fell in love with customers, and began to be used to emphasize individual interior details. Naturally, a surface completely sewn with a laminate will look ridiculous, but skillfully inserted inserts or fragments will only emphasize the individuality of the style.

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If you correctly select the shades of the laminate, combine them with the color scheme of the floor or wallpaper, you can favorably emphasize the nuances of any style direction - from high-tech to timeless classics. Fragments of laminate can be mounted horizontally or vertically.

Wooden panels for interior wall decoration

No matter how many new building materials appear on the market, natural wood will always be in demand and relevant. Such a cladding, no doubt, has a lot of positive qualities, but it is the appearance that plays leading role. Solid, practical, presentable wooden panels look appropriate in any room. They can also be made to look like real wood. This option will also look good, its price will be much lower than its natural wood counterpart. We are talking about facing MDF and fiberboard / chipboard.

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The advantages of this coating are a long service life, environmental friendliness, soundproofing qualities. With its help, you can easily, quickly hide flaws, irregularities, highlight individual areas in the room, give it respectability. Wooden cladding products do not lose their external and operational qualities for a long time, they will look appropriate in an apartment, country or country house. At will you can choose any color scale of material, its texture, a form.

Artificial stone for interior wall decoration

It looks authentic and, surprisingly, harmoniously, it is produced in different colors and textures. With it, you can highlight individual details or corners in the room, it is in perfect harmony with wallpaper or plaster. With the help of artificial stone, you can embody any design fantasies. Even a small fragment of a room (for example, a zone entrance doors), decorated with this facing product, can change the perception of the room as a whole.

Artificial stone, photo:

This is a reliable imitation of a variety of natural textures, sometimes, fake diamond even difficult to distinguish from natural rocks. In terms of weight, it is much lighter than its authentic counterpart, its scope is much wider due to its versatility.

Artificial stone adapts to the temperature of the room, it will never be cold when touched. It is easy to fix it on any surface, whether it is wood, concrete or brickwork - it is very convenient. This decorative element is environmentally friendly, made from cement, water, appropriate dyes, sand impurities, water, plasticizers.

Wall decoration with plastic panels

Plastic is a truly universal facing material. It can be installed in absolutely any room, it is not afraid of moisture, low temperatures. The low price is a pleasant bonus against the background of the undeniable advantages of this facing product. Plastic elements have the widest range of colors, shades, can be of different widths, lengths (there are also square, rectangular tiles). This lining is characterized by a long service life, high moisture resistance, due to the locking type of element connections.

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The soundproofing and heat-insulating aspect also takes place (cellular structure inside the panel). The surface of modern plastic panels can be made to look like wood or ceramic imitation, marble, leather.

The parts are easily mounted on any surface (a frame crate is required), they do not require high building skills, after working with them there is a minimum of construction debris. It is easy to care for such finishing panels (abrasive agents cannot be used), along with the cold, they are able to withstand high temperatures.

Wood wall decoration

As mentioned above, wood is a great, environmentally friendly, visually appealing decorating material. For these purposes, a variety of species are used: oak, apple, walnut, spruce, pine, birch, alder, linden, larch. When choosing wood, it is imperative to take into account its texture, for example, the same conifers can have multiple eyes, knots.

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Choosing wood cladding, you provide the room not only with a presentable appearance, but also with a favorable atmosphere (moisture exchange, thermal insulation qualities, pleasant smell). To date, it is important to cover the walls with clapboard, timber, blockhouse, board, the so-called wooden wallpaper, gusvarblok. Let's take a closer look at the most commonly used options.

clapboard

This is the most a budget option, if we take into account natural wood. Fragments of lining are easy to assemble, they can be easily replaced if damaged, painted if desired. Such a cladding is quite durable, has good soundproofing qualities. The lining is durable, but it does not like moisture, it can be attacked by fungus and insects.

Eurolining

It is not too different from the usual lining, an indicator of the European standard is the presence of ventilation recesses, improved grooves for connecting fragments. Ventilation grooves prevent the formation of condensate, and the grooves help minimize gaps during installation. There are three categories of eurolining on the construction market - "A" ( the best quality, without knots and notches), “B” (medium rating, with a rare presence of knots), “C” (worse than the first two, extremely rarely used for finishing).

Block house

When facing with a blockhouse, it seems that the walls were built from a log house. It all depends on the special technology of sawing the log: the upper, lower, side parts of the log are really cut off, the resulting semicircles are used to make a blockhouse.

The square middle is used either entirely as a beam, or sawn into boards. Thus, all parts of the log are used.

Blockhouse is good for everyone - it looks beautiful, environmentally friendly, retains heat, absorbs sounds. The production technology of this facing material implies high-quality impregnation with antiseptic and flame retardant compounds. As a result, the blockhouse becomes heat-resistant, unattractive to insects and fungi. It is available in different sizes, but for a room it is better to take a narrow format so that the area is not “eaten up”. It is easy to install, and the most budget option (spruce, pine) exudes resin, which improves waterproofing qualities and strength.

Such lining is quite durable, will not lose its operational characteristics for many years.

Gusvarblock

It has the positive qualities of the options described above, has the most diverse design (there is even wood carving, embossing, brushing).

This is a rather expensive type of cladding, it can be used to create an exclusive coating, hidden docking grooves allow you to create complete canvases, without disturbing the pattern. With all this, the installation of the gusvarblok is quite simple, it does not require special skills, preliminary training.

Natural wood wallpaper

This is a thinly sliced ​​veneer of different thicknesses and widths, pasted on thick paper. The choice of types of wood is incredibly wide - more than 100 varieties. Such wallpapers are designed as rolls, if desired, they can be pasted over rounded surfaces, which cannot be done using other analogues described above.

Wooden wallpapers require a special approach, they must be periodically treated with a special varnish or wax. It should be borne in mind that they are prone to swelling when in contact with moisture, and also change color when exposed to sunlight. Wood wallpapers are afraid of insects, fungi, high temperatures (fire hazard). An alternative to such a coating is analogues from a thermowood. They are more practical, impregnated with special antifungal compounds, fire resistant, and look good after a long time. Thermal wood wallpaper can only be glued to a flat surface.

Decorative wood panels

This is one of the most expensive cladding options, made from noble woods (cedar, oak, alder, maple). It signals the wealth of the owner, looks elegant, respectable. There are panels with a multilayer structure, the front layer of which is made of valuable wood. To make the middle and lower layers, a more budgetary spruce or pine is used. Decorative panels can be covered with acrylic fixative or special wax to retain moisture and prevent sunlight. The wax option is considered more environmentally friendly, recommended for bedrooms, children's rooms. Once every 5-6 years, the panels must be treated with a special varnish or wax mastic.

Stone effect wall panels for interior decoration

This is a demanded, quite popular material, which was previously used only for outdoor work. Such a coating is convenient, easy to install, relatively inexpensive. The basis of its manufacturing technology is the mixing of plastic and stone powder.

Photo of stone cladding:

Varieties of stone panels are made:

• from PVC, by casting (homogeneous structure);
• combined type - expanded polystyrene with a polymer;
• combined type - polystyrene foam with polystyrene;
• "Stone" options for the facade.

The most popular options for wall decoration are marble imitation, malachite, granite, limestone rocks. The placement of "stones" on the canvas can be uniform, chaotic, staggered - whatever. The color palette is also diverse - without exaggeration, you can find any shade here.

This decorating coating is resistant to temperature changes, is not afraid of moisture, has sound-proofing qualities, and is difficult to deform.

MDF wall panels for interior decoration

This is a kind of wooden interior cladding elements, as well as one of the most inexpensive, easy options for leveling the “native” base. They are easy to mount, they are easily attached to any surface. In the manufacture, mainly wood waste is used, which remains from the processing of wood of various species.

MDF coating, photo:

A big plus of using this facing material is the absence of toxic components. Composition of the product - wood fibers, acrylic lacquer, carbide resin, wood veneer. MDF panels have an attractive appearance, are resistant to moisture, have soundproofing qualities, and can be of any shape and size.

Summing up this review, it is worth emphasizing that high-quality building materials are the best guarantee of life safety. They need to be chosen wisely, because we will spend every day in their environment. Choosing solid, proven building materials with a quality guarantee, appropriate certificates, you can be sure of taking care of yourself and your loved ones. Decorative wall decoration is an important stage of repair. If you approach this process with taste, give freedom creativity, you can create a room in which it will always be comfortable to be!

The walls are the very element of the room, which, with all the desire, cannot be overlooked. This means that the decoration of the walls must be performed at the highest level. Quality and solidity must be shown in everything: fromchoice of color solution interior to directly perform finishing work on the walls.

We offer the following wall finishes:

Coloring.

Coloring is still the simplest, most economical and fast way wall finishes. You can paint the walls in one, two or more colors, apply a stencil drawing on them or, using the most modern materials and technologies, make an original textured finish. The right paint color can visually change the size of the room. Light tones, as you know, visually expand the space, and dark ones make it smaller. For painting, in particular, water-based paint, dispersion and acrylic paint are used, these paints do not disturb the exchange of moisture and a high-quality wall coating is obtained. Water based paint also used for painting textured wallpapers and coloring plaster.

Wallpaper.

Currently, wallpaper is the most common finishing material for walls.Wallpapering the walls does not require much effort, and it is quite possible to cope with it at home.Currently, there are a huge variety of wallpapers on the market, differing in water resistance, surface type and density. All of them can be classified into five main types:

paper wallpaper- this is our Soviet cheap wallpaper. They overlap, not one master will put them perfectly, defects will be visible in any case.

Non-woven wallpaper differ from other types of wallpaper with a special non-woven base, which is used instead of paper. Interlining is a combined material, which includes synthetic fabric fibers and cellulose. The main advantage of this wallpaper is its particular ease of use, since when sticking the glue is not applied to the wallpaper, but only to the wall. Even a non-professional can glue non-woven wallpaper well. Such wallpapers are produced both painted and for painting.

Vinyl wallpapers have excellent performance. Dense and elastic vinyl wallpaper can be washed and cleaned well, does not fade in the sun and may well decorate walls for about 15 years. With good wall preparation, vinyl wallpaper creates the effect of a solid canvas throughout the room. That is, the standard for high-quality gluing of these wallpapers is the complete absence of visible joints between the panels.

Glass fiber overlapped, and then cut off the excess. Such wallpapers are glued mainly in offices and for painting. Considered the cheapest option.

This is a special coating that is applied in liquid form. Therefore, as a result, it is possible to obtain both a relief and a smooth surface, and without seams and joints. They are eco-friendly, colorfast, easy to apply and remove, do not require careful preparation of the base. Liquid wallpaper - is considered a modern and stylish type of wall decoration and can be used in almost any room.

Cork.

Cork flooring for interior walls is produced in the form of tiles or rolls with a fixed width of 1 m. The offered color palette is small, mostly brown tones. The advantages include simplicity in design, heat-insulating and sound-proofing properties. More details can be found on the "balcony repair".

Decorative plaster.

Decorative plaster is a modern and original way of finishing walls, allowing you to make repairs quickly and efficiently. Decorative plaster is a rather thick textured coating, the appearance of which depends on the size and shape of the plaster filler, the application technology and the tools used in the work. The advantages of this finishing method are as follows:

The wall surface becomes decorative look, at the same time, small cracks and other defects are masked;

With the help of decorative plaster, you can create a durable, moisture-resistant, color-resistant and environmentally friendly coating;

Decorative plaster, due to the variety of textures and colors, fits perfectly into any interior, from classic to high-tech, and at the same time combined with other types of finishing materials;

Before applying the coating, no special preparation is required, it is enough for you to treat the surface of the walls in the same way as for painting;

Decorative plaster coatings can be subjected to wet cleaning;

You can apply decorative plaster on all types of surfaces - concrete, foam concrete, brick, as well as pre-plastered.

Types of decorative plaster: small-relief (well imitates the structure of different stones: amber, marble, etc.); large-relief (great for creating stucco and sculptural compositions); Venetian (very high quality plaster used to create Venetian and palace styles).

Ceramic tile.

Ceramic tiles are durable, practical, hygienic and aesthetic material. It is mainly used in the decoration of kitchens, bathrooms and toilets. Its advantages include the impermeability of the surface to moisture, strength, ease of processing and washing during operation, the richness of texture, shapes and colors, the variety of decorations and decorating patterns, as well as the possibility of combining with other decor materials. Read all about the tiles on the page Ceramic tiles in the bathroom.

A rock.

Natural and artificial stone is used for wall decoration.

A natural stone. Wall decoration with natural stone creates an atmosphere of special chic, comfort and just confidence. Natural stone has high strength and reliability, the shelf life of marble or granite is hundreds of years. The main advantage of finishing from natural stone is to give the room individuality, since it will not be possible to repeat such a relief even with a strong desire. Due to the wide variety of effects and textures of different types of stones, unexpected combinations are possible.

Fake diamond - This decorative facing material that repeats the texture of natural stone or imitates brickwork. This material is made from cement and sand, various fillers and dyes. Artificial decorative stone is used both for external cladding of building facades and for internal cladding of walls, fireplaces, columns and other interior elements. Artificial stone has become a worthy and inexpensive alternative to natural. The main advantage of this product is its high manufacturability, light weight and ease of installation.

Decorative panels.

An interesting solution to the interior of a bathroom, kitchen or balcony can be achieved using decorative wall panels. They are distinguished by rich colors and varied textures, are easy to install and perfectly combined with other types of finishing materials, such as wallpaper or decorative plaster. With the help of decorative panels, walls can be finished much faster than with other materials. In addition, they are hygienic and durable, they can be mounted on any surface, even uneven. There are three types of kits for sale. wall panels: slatted, tiled and sheet. They differ from each other in configuration and installation method. According to the type of material used for the production decorative panels are divided into wooden, plastic and mirror plastic, acoustic, plasterboard, cork, panels based on chipboard and fiberboard.

Our prices for the above types of work.

Types of jobs	The cost of work per m2, rub.	Cost of material per unit, rub.
painting	140	from 350
wallpaper	220	from 800
liquid wallpaper	650	from 900
cork	400	from 200
tile	850	from 400
decorative panels	300	from 350
decorative plaster	900	from 1800

Prices are valid today and do not change in the course of work.

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 the appearance, but also to 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.
• Installation technology (application) 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 is 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.

It is also important color scheme. For example, for a bedroom it is better to choose calm pastel colors, and for rooms where there is no daylight, light color finish.

Despite the wide range of finishing materials on the construction markets, the most sought-after finishes are traditional wallpaper, plaster and paint, wood paneling and ceramic tile. Of the facings that have relatively recently come into fashion, one can name laminated or plastic lining, as well as artificial stone.

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 of modern apartments are pasted over with 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 well tolerate wet cleaning with a sponge and detergents, so they can be finished kitchen area or toilet. It is not recommended to use them in the bathroom.
• Waterproof wallpaper when properly glued to the wall, they are able to withstand increased moisture and wet cleaning, as they have a coating that does not allow water to pass 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 most the best option for a master with no experience, choose 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 options paper wallpapers 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 the paper base.

The first type consists of several layers, and all of them, except for the outer one, are even and smooth. The top coat is most often embossed and plain. 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. Furniture items, window frames, indoor plant- 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 scheme.

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 fully justify it.

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 of various origins (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 is suitable for bathroom or even facade work, as it withstands 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 It is made on the basis of 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” one in appearance, but it has an absolutely smooth surface, and the relief is imitated due to strokes and differences in color shades.

- Another option for plastering, 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 looks rich on the walls Venetian plaster or "wet silk". 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.

Used for decoration a natural stone or artificial, which, if desired, can be made at home based on gypsum or cement mortar.

Artificial stone is not necessary to buy!

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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 a more diverse range of colors than 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 It is used for both interior and exterior decoration, 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 have a different moisture absorption coefficient, and are 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 too good performance. 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. Mineral additives and quartz sand are used as fillers.

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. 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 disadvantages:

- 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", therefore they have high technical characteristics that allow them to be used in rooms with high humidity. Silicate solutions have excellent vapor permeability, strength and resistance to any mechanical stress, so the 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 painting 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.

Having trouble choosing paint?

The nuances are described in great detail in a separate article of our portal. And a special one will help you plan your purchase.

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 types of 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 processing with water-repellent compositions, both from the outside and from the back of the boards.

Wooden lining is divided by grade as follows: top grade- "extra", the first grade - class "A", the second grade - class "B", the third grade - 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 wooden lining can be called one of the easiest ways to cope with this task.

• Panels (lining) PVC can be called 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 finishing 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.

To the "cons" plastic trim attribute 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 of 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;

- lightness 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 characteristics, 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