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Types of wall coverings. Decorative wall decoration: photo options, materials, finishing methods

An important step in the repair of any house or apartment is the interior decoration of the walls. It allows you to divide the room into separate functional areas, visually change its volume, provide comfort and originality.

Scheme interior decoration walls.

Options for interior wall decoration.


When choosing a material for wall decoration in any premises, it is necessary to pay attention to its compliance with the functional, technical and sanitary requirements for a particular type of premises. For residential premises, it is worth giving preference to natural high-quality materials that are “breathable” and have low thermal conductivity. The aesthetic component also plays an important role. For rooms with high humidity, materials are selected that can easily be properly maintained.

The variety of types of wall finishes is simply impressive:


The scheme of pasting the walls with wallpaper.

One of the most popular types of interior wall decoration is wallpapering. In hardware stores you can find vinyl, plain paper, fabric, non-woven, etc. Modern wallpaper are able to meet any, even the most demanding requirements. They are environmentally friendly, aesthetic, versatile.

The wall decoration with textile coating and fabric, which has been used for a long time, looks luxurious. The possibility of using folds and various draperies of the fabric distinguishes this finish from its other types.

Interior decoration of premises with wall panels is a modern type of decoration, for example, wall cladding with wood looks warm and cozy, and plastic is very convenient to use: it is easy to clean, does not rot, and has a low cost.


Laying tiles on the wall.

Interesting effects and compositions on the walls can be created using modern eco-friendly paints.

Decorative plaster has great creative potential, allows you to create a wide variety of textured coatings: stone chips, antique coating, flock, Venetian plaster, etc. When using this building material for walls, you can create an imitation of natural materials: wood, marble, stone.

The design of internal walls in rooms with high humidity with ceramic tiles will never lose its relevance. This material is hygienic, moisture resistant, durable and aesthetic.

The most popular types of wall finishes today - ceramic tiles, wall panels and decorative plaster - should be considered in more detail.

Wall decoration with decorative plaster.



Preparation of walls for decorative plaster.

A relatively new, but beloved by many types of wall decoration today is decorative plaster, which is able to create various patterns on the surface, multi-layered panels and pictures, and an unusual texture. You can show your abilities in creating a composition, or you can purchase ready-made stencils in the store. To get started, prepare the necessary materials and tools:

  • dry ready mix for plaster;
  • primer mixture;
  • putty knife;
  • metal trowel;
  • trowel;
  • steel trowel;
  • sponge for finishing coats.

Decorative plaster can be various kinds, depending on the choice of which additional tools may be required:

  • various rollers;
  • decorative applicators;
  • spray;
  • brush, etc.

First of all, the base is prepared for plastering: old finishing materials are removed, the surface is cleaned from dust and dirt, leveled, all irregularities and cracks are removed. This wall surface is primed and dries well.

Further work is carried out in accordance with the recommendations attached to the purchased mixture of decorative plaster. It should be noted that it can be of varying degrees of complexity. Work must be carried out in a warm, dry room and completed within 1 day.

Scheme of the device of decorative plaster using a crumb thrower.

Depending on the desired pattern, plaster is applied to the wall with various tools. For example, they work with textured plaster with a roller, stainless spatula or spray gun, and with structural plaster - with a spatula or trowel. After applying decorative plaster to the wall, due to its plasticity, it is possible to give it any shape. For this, you can already use a brush, a roller, a spatula, etc. Depending on the conceived pattern, it is possible to apply several layers of plaster to the wall.

Wall decoration with ceramic tiles.


Tile characteristics.

As mentioned above, the interior walls of rooms with a high degree of humidity are often tiled with ceramic tiles. To do this, a perfectly flat surface is prepared in advance.

To carry out such facing work, you will need the following materials and tools:

  • actually ceramic tiles;
  • special glue;
  • alabaster;
  • grout for seams;
  • plastic separators;
  • spatulas;
  • building level;
  • rubber mallet;
  • ruler, tape measure;
  • cord, nails;
  • rail;
  • tile cutter;
  • sponges;
  • water tanks;
  • water;
  • container for glue;
  • wide brush.

Exist various ways laying ceramic tiles, the main ones are:

  • apart, when the seam of the tile of the next row is located strictly in the middle of the previous one;
  • seam to seam - the easiest way, in which all the tiles are exactly one under the other;
  • diagonally - a laborious laying method in which the angle of the seam line with respect to the wall and to the floor is 45 °;
  • modular grid is a complex laying method that requires careful calculation and design of the drawing.

Having decided which laying method will be applied, it is necessary with the help of nails, cord and other measuring instruments mark the surface of the wall. Landmarks in further work can serve as lighthouse tiles attached to the alabaster in the corners of the wall. In the future, after performing their functions, these tiles are re-glued with glue.

Ceramic tiles are inspected, sorted and counted before the beginning of facing works. If necessary, a tile cutter is used to prepare incomplete tile blanks.

To obtain an indent from the floor, a rail is installed before laying the first row of ceramic tiles. Further orientation of actions is carried out on it. Ceramic tiles are laid from bottom to top.

Wipe with a damp sponge Bottom part tiles. It is applied with a conventional spatula, and then with a notched trowel, the required amount of special glue is leveled. After that, the tile is firmly pressed against the wall by hand and lightly tapped with a rubber mallet. Laying the first row is best done from the middle and focus on beacon tiles. To adjust the thickness of the seam between the tiles, plastic separators are installed, which are then removed.

The last stage of the facing work is the processing of seams with a special grout.

Interior decoration of the room with wall panels.


Wall panels are different types: plastic, wooden, magnesite plates, from composite materials etc. They can be used in any premises: both in living rooms, on partitions, and in the toilet, in the hallway, etc. Wall panels, as one of the modern types of wall decoration, have great advantages over other methods of decoration:

  • no need for additional wall preparation;
  • the space between the panels and the wall can be effectively used by installing sound and heat insulation, various communications;
  • simple installation of panels, etc.

To install wall panels, you may need the following tools and materials:

  • wall panels, the view is selected at will, according to functionality;
  • kleimers (special staples);
  • skirting boards;
  • molded elements: folding corners, skirting boards, fillets, etc.;
  • wooden bars for the frame;
  • building level, tape measure;
  • drill;
  • self-tapping screws;
  • hammer, nails.

Even without special skills, you can easily install wall panels on your own. First of all, from wooden bars, using a drill and self-tapping screws, they are installed on the wall, along the edges of window and doorways crate, and the distance between the bars should not be more than 50 cm.

Now the first panel is attached to the crate with special brackets - kleimers. The staples themselves are fixed on the bar with a hammer and nails. Be sure to check the verticality of the panels at the building level.

The next panel is installed in the same way. Between themselves, the panels are securely and seamlessly fastened in a tongue-and-groove manner. It should be noted that the installation of wall panels is very fast.

After that, for the complete completion of this type of work, various fastening and molding elements are installed on the walls: skirting boards, folding corners, fillets, etc.

Thus, there are many modern ways interior wall decoration. Thanks to the wide variety building materials for wall decoration, everyone will be able to choose an option for themselves according to their preferences, capabilities and skills.

Decorative wall decoration will help to create a unique author's design in the apartment. To date, many technologies have been developed that make it possible to approach this matter creatively. To make the interior design exclusive, they use ready-made prints and sketches for drawings in different techniques, decorative panels and mosaic inserts, mirror tiles and synthetic materials imitating wood and stone. The most interesting wall decoration with homemade decorative panels. The self-taught decorator will come to the aid of ready-made ideas of eminent designers, master classes of finishers and tips from technologists on decorating walls with modern materials.

Where to start in decorative wall decoration?

Shouldn't start quality repair, if there is no stylistic decision, otherwise the money will be wasted. Before starting the renovation of the interior, it is worth considering not only the solution for individual elements of decor, but also decide which style of interior is preferable for renovation:

  • Art Deco;
  • modern;
  • classic;
  • avant-garde;
  • high tech;
  • techno;
  • country;
  • ecostyle;
  • ethnicity;
  • historical style.

Make an original decoration outer wall or internal without much effort is not difficult. Every year, new building materials appear on the construction market, which are successfully used for original cladding in residential or non-residential premises. Previously, one could only dream of unusual materials and finishing technologies. Today, marbled tiles are also available to everyone at the price of ordinary porcelain stoneware or veneered wallpaper with marquetry-style mosaic inserts. For example, imitation of wood in decorative wall decoration, photo:

Tip: To make a decision on wall decoration, it is important to consider:

  • what does the modern construction market offer;
  • what are the latest trends in fashion for designer decoration and decoration of residential premises;
  • what technologists and master finishers offer.

When using ready plastic panels with imitation of natural materials it is easy to achieve maximum results at minimum cost. For those citizens who are not limited in funds for repairs, there is no need to do their own wall decoration with decorative panels or cut porcelain stoneware for mosaic panels. Wealthy people trust only specialists with Venetian plaster or a multi-level ceiling with stained-glass windows and LED lighting. An interesting effect can be achieved in another way - by experimenting with inexpensive materials and their combination.

The simplest wall decor - stencils

Use of original stencil drawings - perfect solution for those who do not know how to draw, but want to make an exclusive decorative wall decoration, photo:

Sketches and silhouette drawings are easy to find, then these outlines are transferred to a dense material. By holding the stencil or fixing it on the wall, it is easy to get the desired image in any color. Paints can be:

  • spray with a spray gun or spray can;
  • roll out with a roller with nozzles;
  • paint over with a wide paint brush or art brush.

Natural materials are also used to get a beautiful stencil pattern. For example, by lightly rolling the roller over a large maple leaf, it is easy to obtain a naturalistic impression, including veins. The contours are outlined from the spot spraying of paint of a different color. Yes, and the maple leaf itself can be impregnated with paints of different colors to get colored leaf fall.

On the simple example it is easy to make sure that the original decor is very easy to do on your own, without having the talent of an artist. It is enough to have desire, good taste and creative inclinations. This method is suitable for different techniques:

  • shadow silhouettes;
  • recognizable two-tone images (Tsoi, Che Guevara, Marilyn Monroe and other cult personalities);
  • color pattern contrasts.

Tip: Use crinkled foil, coarse sponge, faux fur, and different textured roller attachments to achieve an interesting effect. In this case, the paint in the lumen of the stencil is applied fragmentarily.

Other Decorating Techniques for Those Who Can't Draw

There are quite a few techniques to get an interesting drawing without the skills of an artist. For example, together with a child, it is easy to make a fabulous tree on the wall for decorative decoration of interior walls.

1. The silhouette of a tree trunk with a hollow and branches is easy to cut out of colored paper or cardboard. And the leaves are invited to draw with prints of children's hands dipped in gouache. These impromptu leaves are then touched up with a brush. And in the hollow you can "plant" an owl printed on a printer. The fabulous tree is easy to complement with other birds.

2. For finished images, the application or collage method is used, when a small image or a whole panel is laid out from several fragments.

3. Ready-made puzzles are also suitable - the upper part of the picture is folded and pasted on the wall, and the lower part or corner, as it were, crumbles and is scattered by the wind.

4. Get the finished drawing on the wall will help vinyl stickers, which are purchased at the nearest stationery store. They also decorate furniture and other interior items. The only wish is that the theme of the stickers should match both the style and seasonality.

5. Use of volume application from:

  • paper;
  • thin plastic;
  • polystyrene;
  • cotton wool;
  • dry plants, spikelets and other natural materials.

6. Classic decorative wall decoration photo - in frames, in the form of collages or a whole installation. Designers have come up with many creative methods for decorating walls with photographic images, including printing enlarged images with industrial prints.

The only drawback is that after a while these elements will have to be replaced, since dust accumulates on them.

Tip: If you're unsure of your DIY wall decorating abilities, experiment with appliqué on any other smooth surface first. Fragments are easy to fix on the door with double-sided tape to evaluate the results. If it turns out beautifully, transfer the decor to the wall and fix it thoroughly.

Some people like to change the decor of the room often, for example, according to the season. Then you should not mount the elements on the wall. Then the tree drawn in the children's room will be able to "grow" every 3 months with a new "dress":

  • young spring leaves with flowers;
  • large leaves with summer fruits;
  • colored autumn foliage;
  • snowflakes or "cotton" frost.

Attention: An interesting effect can be achieved if the wall is decorated not only with single images, but also with repeated ones. For example, flying butterflies or birds, leaves or snowflakes.

Textured and decorative plaster

Another way decorative design walls in the apartment - wall decoration with decorative plaster. There are many interesting offers for original wall decoration on the construction market. The method is also good because several tasks are solved at once:

  • we make repairs;
  • get rid of wall defects;
  • we update the design of the apartment;
  • decorate the walls.

Tip: This is the final wall cladding on top of the prepared surface. But you should not choose this method if the wall being processed is often dirty. The cellular texture is quickly clogged with dust, kitchen fumes and other contaminants.

Not every technology for applying decorative plaster is easy to master for the first time, for example, a layered “Venetian”, which only a pro can handle. Simpler varieties are obtained "by themselves", due to the special chemical composition and original ways receiving a bulk invoice. We suggest watching the video on the technique of working with decorative plaster, which is at the end of the article.

Decorative panel and broken tile mosaic

Great decorative material for wall decoration - ceramic tiles and porcelain tiles, especially imported ones. For original panels use:

  • mosaic soft tiles;
  • porcelain tile imitating marble and gems;
  • elite tile imported;
  • cameos and other three-dimensional drawings;
  • special decorative inserts;
  • broken ceramic tiles for mosaic panels.

Decorative inserts and rosettes are sold ready-made, where a print or relief pattern is applied to one or more tiles. It looks spectacular on a solid wall lined with a homogeneous tile or porcelain stoneware. Suitable for decorative wall decoration in residential and non-residential premises. For the bathroom, functional fragments are produced, that is, tiles with a towel hook or a soap holder.

To decorate the wall in the apartment, a picturesque panel is often used. It can be small or occupy the entire wall in the bathroom, hallway or bedroom. It looks beautiful when the theme of the decor echoes on the floor, walls, ceiling and furniture. For example, picturesque paintings with Japanese sakura blossoms echo the "open sky" stretch ceiling, complementing the exotic of the country with a mosaic pattern of a geisha on the floor.

In order for the decorative canvas to fill the entire wall of a large room, special freesize panels are produced, where the main element is in the center. Further, the image is complemented by tiles in all directions with or without a certain pattern.

The embossed tile panel is not inferior in beauty to the decorative wall decoration with wallpaper with a 3D effect. Sometimes the volume is so realistic that you want to go down these steps to a Parisian street or into the forest right from the hallway or kitchen!

These are ready-made images, but making a panel of broken tiles with your own hands is an exciting process, an opportunity to show your imagination. There are a lot of similar sketches, so as not to invent where to attach:

  • fragments of ceramic tiles;
  • cuttings of porcelain stoneware;
  • ornamental stone;
  • fragments of broken colored glass and mirror tiles.

Wall decor with natural and "wild" stone and facing bricks

The original wall decoration with decorative bricks and bare masonry has been used for a long time. In some interior styles, this is the main facing material:

  • urbanism;
  • brutalism;
  • techno;
  • high tech;
  • avant-garde;
  • disco;
  • minimalism etc.

Decorative natural stone is the oldest wall cladding known to mankind. But today the most widespread synthetic analogue and "soft stone". Some varieties of such wall decoration are easy to do on their own - based on gypsum or cement mixture, with the addition of pigment and textural inclusions. But the most impressive finish involves natural materials:

  • colored sandstone;
  • shell rock;
  • marble and granite;
  • slate, etc.

Inserts made from a cut of ornamental stones look very beautiful:

  • jasper;
  • agate;
  • malachite;
  • sardonyx;
  • chalcedony;
  • cornelian;
  • milk amber, etc.

Colored marble is an indispensable finishing material, but it is very expensive, it is considered an elite cladding. That is why it is proposed to replace it with a harder and cheaper porcelain stoneware with a similar texture and pattern. Today it is possible to get the most picturesque analogues of rare varieties of marble, the reserves of which, unfortunately, have almost been depleted in most deposits. Now, wall decoration with decorative stone of natural origin is becoming a thing of the past, and it is being successfully replaced with a synthetic counterpart.

The crystalline texture of natural stone looks great in good light, while porcelain stoneware fades when artificial lighting. Decorating the walls with artificial analogues is dimmer, but accessible to most citizens.

Wall decoration with plastic and other synthetic materials

The availability of price tags and ease of installation are the main reasons for the displacement of natural materials by artificial counterparts. Most often used wall cladding:

  • natural wood and its replacement;
  • mirror and plastic panels;
  • non-woven wallpaper for painting with a three-dimensional decorative pattern or jacquard fiberglass;
  • original rolls with texture imitating fabric, suede and leather.

Decorative panels made of plastic with imitation of natural materials are affordable, they are easy to install, clean or wash. The laminated "wood look" plastic looks good, and it is not always possible to distinguish it from wood. It harmonizes perfectly with natural parquet and woodwork.

Finished wall panels are attached to the prepared surface. This finish simultaneously serves as decoration and insulation, and also hides some wall defects. From fragments of cut plastic panels, you can also lay out panels and mosaics on any topic.

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FROM Modern finishing materials for interior walls are amazing. It is not surprising that it is so difficult for beginners to choose them, because at this point it is important to choose the design and type of coating. Not all types of building materials presented in hardware stores are suitable for walls, and therefore it will be useful for many to learn how to understand them.

Liquid wallpaper on the walls

Finishing materials for interior walls are important to choose according to the principle of their use in a particular room. So, for the kitchen and it should be different coatings due to different environmental conditions. The parameters to be guided by when choosing a coating material are as follows:

So, almost all types of wallpaper and chipboard, wood or fabrics do not like moisture, so it is better not to use them in rooms with high humidity. But they will look great in other rooms. For bathrooms and kitchens, it is better to choose PVC panels, stone or ceramic tiles. The same materials are suitable for the hallway, which is the most passable room in the house.

The advantages of wallpaper include their great variety, ease of application - just glue and a flat surface, as well as aesthetic appearance and low cost. The disadvantages include increased abrasion and fragility. Highlight washable and moisture resistant wallpaper, suitable for kitchens, as well as photo wallpapers and wallpapers for painting. By priming the latter in a special way, you can get the original color and even the relief of the walls.

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Paint - beauty in simplicity

If your walls are even, then you can just paint them. Or you will first have to sheathe drywall, and then paint it in a suitable color. Paints are isolated on the basis of oil, polymers, water emulsion, enamel or glue.

The advantages of paints include a variety of color scheme and ease of application, to the disadvantages - a long wait for drying and a strong smell in some species, a precaution if you are doing repairs with already finished floors and ceilings.

Panels - convenience and reliability

They are considered no less popular type of finish than. A variety of panels also allows you to choose the right shade and look. Panels should include PVC, MDF, chipboard, wood, glass, gypsum vinyl and.

Among the cutting-edge materials include 3D panels with a three-dimensional pattern. In fact, even a laminate can be attached to the wall, which will also be considered a panel and look very noble. The advantages of the panels include fire safety, wear resistance, ease of application, durability and resistance to moisture. The downsides can be cost and increased consumption.

Decorative plaster - nobility and gloss

A complex option, but perfectly distinguished in the interior. The most durable finish. The types of plaster include structural, textured, Venetian and mineral. Each of them has its own characteristics of application, but they all require a lot of time and cost.

Tiles - practicality and ample opportunities

According to the material of manufacture, PVC, ceramic, glass, polystyrene foam or quartz-vinyl tiles are distinguished. Depending on the chosen material, the tile will have increased aesthetic and strength properties. Its advantages include a wide choice, environmental friendliness, ease of maintenance in everyday life. The disadvantages are the difficulty in applying to the wall and the cost.

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Stone - comfort and originality

Natural stone is becoming more and more popular when choosing a facing material. This is not surprising, because it looks noble and is considered the most wear-resistant material. The disadvantages include high cost, styling and weight. Often the entire wall cannot be finished with just one stone due to its large mass, which can lead to sagging or destruction of the wall.

Having chosen the one that is suitable for you from finishing materials for interior walls in terms of cost, appearance and color, carefully familiarize yourself with its application and installation. Often you need to know little tricks for a perfectly even application of the selected finish, which does not bring hassle in further maintenance. If you are in doubt about own forces, you can always turn to professionals - construction teams will help you finish the apartment according to your desire, and they will do it quickly and professionally.

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. In addition, everyone can cope with sticking paper wallpaper, which allows you to save 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, compared to paper wallpaper, resistance to fading, decent appearance and richness 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, quality wallpaper from non-woven fabric, not everyone can afford it. 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 for an absolutely flat surface of the 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 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 is 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 may look like rock, valuable wood, cork bark, patterns in the sand, 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 - 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 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.

As for the decorative properties, 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.

  • Paint on water based 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, produce decorative rock mainly from gypsum, sand, clay, cement and related dyes.

The advantages of this finishing option are diversity, which allows the wildest design fantasies to roam. Fake diamond it is quite easy to mount, 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 PVC panels will cost 30-40% cheaper than 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, they call it less 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 choose 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 an ideal 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.

No modern renovation is complete without finishing the interior walls. But before carrying out such work, it is necessary to choose a material for cladding. Modern interiors very varied. For their design, combinations are used different materials. In doing so, you must take into account the operating conditions and characteristics of the material.

Finishing methods: wallpaper

Decorative wall decoration in the apartment is often carried out with wallpaper. This cladding option is one of the most popular today. Wallpapers are offered for sale in a wide variety. They can have different patterns, colors and textures. Finishing can be done independently, which reduces the cost of repairs.

By choosing the paper variety, you are purchasing a material that is not durable. More durable and able to tolerate moisture are vinyl wallpapers. Acrylic canvases are the most durable. Non-woven fabrics are suitable for further staining. If the premises are subject to requirements for fire safety, you should purchase fiberglass wallpaper, which is also suitable for further painting.

Decorative plaster

Internal decorative wall decoration can be done with plaster. This material also allows you to level the walls. It can be used in interior design classical style. One of the most beautiful decorative plasters is Venetian. When properly applied to the wall, it allows you to create the effect of marble.

Wall plaster is offered for sale in a wide variety of colors. With the help of textured compositions, surfaces can be decorated with fancy patterns. Plaster copes well with moisture, but it has one important drawback, which is the complexity of application. The mixture has a rather high cost, and the work of specialists is quite expensive.

Use of natural stone

Decorative wall decoration in the kitchen can be made with natural stone. If the seams are processed correctly, the wall will look very realistic. The material is durable, but has a rather impressive weight. It is almost not subjected to mechanical stress, and it should be ready to serve for more than a dozen years.

Among the minuses of the stone, laboriousness should be highlighted installation work and high material cost. Before laying, the surface needs to be leveled, which is also quite difficult. Sometimes it is not possible to completely veneer the wall with natural stone due to the impressive weight of the products.

Ceramic tile

You can decorate the walls with ceramic tiles. This material is characterized by medium cost, durability and strength. Tiles are commonly used in kitchen and bathroom environments as they handle moisture well. Such a lining can have the most different colors, sizes, textures and drawings. When laying, it is necessary to observe the evenness of the seams, which comes with experience.

PVC and wood wall panels

Decorative wall decoration can be done using panels. They are characterized by ease of installation and the absence of the need for complex surface preparation. Wood panels are natural, they do not harm human health, but they are very expensive. A room with such walls will look chic.

Panels allow you to hide the unevenness of the walls. The material retains heat well, so you can save on heating. Wood tolerates temperature changes well, but absorbs moisture. From time to time, a protective coating will have to be applied to the products, which cannot but hit the pocket.

Decorative wall decoration has been increasingly recently performed with PVC panels. They are cheaper material and compete with natural stone. PVC panels are often used for loggias and bathrooms because of their ability to carry moisture.

wall painting

If you do not want to spend too much time on repairs, then you can choose wall painting technology. Paint colors can be combined and make a variety of patterns. This finish is suitable for rooms of any purpose.

The paint is not exposed to moisture and temperature changes. The main disadvantage is toxicity. Before proceeding with the application, it is necessary to level the walls.

Applying plaster: tool used

Wall decoration with decorative plaster provides for the need to prepare the following tools:

  • trowels;
  • scraper;
  • roller;
  • trowels;
  • spatulas;
  • drills.

It is better if the working elements of the tools are made of stainless steel. This is due to the fact that ordinary metal can leave rust spots on the surface that will be impossible to get rid of.

Surface preparation

Regardless of which decorative plaster you plan to use, the walls must be leveled, dried and cleaned before application. Traces of old coatings must be removed, as well as bumps and cracks. Then a primer is applied to the base. It will provide good adhesion and durability of the finish. Additional preparatory measures may be required.

Spray method

Wall decoration with decorative plaster begins with the application of the material using the spray method. This option for creating a relief is considered the simplest. The surface must be plastered. After applying and drying a layer, another one is applied on top.

To form the texture, you can use different tools, it can even be a broom. He is taken in one hand, in the other - a stick. The broom is dipped into the solution and hits the stick. The resulting splashes of the solution will settle on the wall. On the surface you will see flakes, the size of which will depend on the density of the solution and the broom. The surface to be sprayed can be pre-painted. The applied plaster must have a different color.

Creating a relief surface

If you decide to use decorative plaster for interior wall decoration, you can try to create a relief surface yourself. In the process of this, you can use a trowel. As soon as you have applied the covering layer, plaster must be applied to the trowel, and after that, with light movements, you can transfer the mixture to the base. In doing so, you should try to create a kind of drawing.

There is another way - textured, which allows you to decorate the walls in an antique style. To do this, apply plaster in several layers and paint. Looking at the photo of the decorative wall decoration, you can pay attention to the shading in the form of a fleece. Such a coating is carried out on fresh plaster. It is processed with a metal brush. The layer is then dried for a day, and then with a spatula, sponge or rag it will be possible to get rid of plaster particles.

Technology for installing decorative panels

Wall decoration can be done with panels that are installed on the frame. If the walls are even, then you can use the adhesive installation method. To do this, the surface is cleaned of old finishing materials. The work requires the master to have experience and strength. The panels are glued with silicone or acrylic adhesive. You can purchase products with a self-adhesive surface.

Wall decoration with decorative panels may involve the installation of material on a frame made of metal profiles or wooden slats. The aluminum profile does not require processing, but the wood must be impregnated with moisture-resistant agents and antiseptics. Installation metal frame in priority.

Initially, you will need to install the top rail, which is located under the ceiling. It is leveled using a laser level or level. The profile is fastened with dowels or self-tapping screws. Lower guides are installed in one plane. Planks should be placed perpendicular to the panels. After fixing the upper and lower guides, you can proceed with the installation of vertical intermediate profiles. The distance between them can be 50 cm.

In the next step, you can install decorative wall panels for interior decoration. To do this, a starting profile is fixed from the corner of the wall. Panels will be attached to it in the future. You can use self-tapping screws for this.

If the frame is made of wood, then fixing is carried out with a construction stapler. On sale there are panels, the installation of which is carried out using special brackets. Fastening of products can be carried out with the help of a tongue-and-groove lock or with the help of special jointing. Each element is leveled so that the wall is in the same plane.

After finishing, you can install special strips that will give the room a complete look. If necessary, heat-insulating or sound-absorbing material can be laid between the panels and the wall.

Wallpaper gluing

Decorative wall decoration with wallpaper is most often carried out today. The first step is to prepare the surface. To do this, it is leveled, covered with plaster and primer. Then, using a long plumb line and chalk on the wall, you need to draw a straight line, which will become a guide for gluing the first sheet.

Decorative wall decoration at the next stage involves cutting the wallpaper. Approximately 2 cm of margin must be added to the desired length so that it is possible to even out irregularities near the floor. Glue is applied to the wrong side of the wallpaper. Some varieties of the described finish involve applying the composition to the wall. Before continuing work, it is necessary to wipe off the adhesive from the surface of the first sheet. The mixture is applied with a roller or brush. First you need to distribute the composition in the center of the sheet, and then apply the mixture to the edges. The wallpaper should be left for a while so that they are well saturated, only after that you can start gluing the canvases.

Working with liquid wallpaper

You can also decorate the walls with the help of liquid wallpaper. To do this, the surface should be checked for uniformity, the absence of drops and potholes. The base must be solid, it must have a uniform moisture absorption capacity.

Old materials, including wallpaper, plaster and paint, are removed from the walls in the first stage. If there are protruding screws, nails and other objects, they must be removed. If there are cavities, they are decorated with putty. It is better to prepare the walls by covering them with putty. For this, a gypsum composition is suitable. This is especially true drywall partitions and walls.

Preparation of liquid wallpaper

Liquid wallpaper is prepared in advance. After mixing, they are left for 6-12 hours, after which you can start work. Previously, the material at the base of the walls is primed. When mixing the composition, it is very important to observe some nuances. For example, water must be taken in such an amount that its volume corresponds to what is stated in the instructions.

Water is first poured into the prepared container, to which the dry mixture is added. Do not mix only part of the package. As soon as the entire mass is saturated with water, you can start applying. To do this, use a trowel, grater, gun or spray gun. For this material, special graters are provided, which are distinguished by a narrowed web. Often they are made of transparent plastic. This allows you to control the process of smoothing the fibers.

Finally

There are a lot of materials for wall decoration today. It can be decorative plaster, wallpaper or PVC panels. Ceramic tiles are quite widespread, which can often be found in the kitchen or bathrooms. If you want to speed up the process and make repairs less time consuming, then paint is the way to go. For smooth walls, wood or PVC panels are great. The latter will also save not only when buying material, but also when carrying out work. And if the walls are even, it will also save time.