Overview of the most popular materials for wall decoration in the apartment

Wall decoration, like nothing else, affects the interior and general appearance of the room. Therefore, the choice of material should be approached not only from the side “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 wall decoration options in the apartment, the pros, cons and photos.

Wallpaper

Wallpaper is perhaps the most popular option for room decor. There are different types of wallpapers: from plain paper to vinyl or even 3D. Material is selected depending on the room. For example, in the kitchen, vinyl (washable wallpaper) is better. This is very convenient, because at any moment the walls can be cleaned of "soot" and other dirt. And it’s better to choose moisture-resistant ones in the bathroom, otherwise the material will absorb moisture, it may come off and a fungus will appear in addition to everything. In the nursery there are several options for solving the problem: washable and lightweight paper (with a density of up to 110 g / m³) The first option is more expensive and practical, it will be a great solution for various "surprises" from the most active family members. It's no secret that children are an inventive people, and not all creative 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 is very dirty they can be easily re-glued. But this will have to be done an order of magnitude more often than with washable ones. In the living room, non-woven, liquid, textile, photos and 3D wallpapers will look great and one or another option is selected depending on the design. Read all the nuances of wall decoration with wallpaper (views, photos, description, how to choose, etc.) here.

Decorative plaster

For most of us, the phrase "wall plaster" is associated with leveling the surface 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 ability to apply various patterns, even several regular brush strokes with a spatula can give the room an original look. The disadvantage is the difficulty in applying. All plaster secrets are here.

Tile

The tile is resistant to moisture, temperature changes and other troubles, so it is best suited for bathroom and kitchen. The disadvantage of the material is the difficulty in operation and high cost. For example, tiles "Kottoforte" perfectly complement any interior, but at the same time the cost of laying it is far from affordable for everyone. The interior of the room directly depends on the interior of the material (ceramic, glass, polyvinyl chloride, etc.), each of which has its own characteristics. Read more about styling, types and other nuances here.

Drywall

Drywall is a good option for finishing almost any room.

Benefits

does not require preparatory work to lure walls;
hides wiring, pipes, heaters;
an experienced master is able to betray various bends, swings and other design solutions to the room;
fast enough installation.

disadvantages

echoing and hollow wall;
poor moisture resistance (but there is a special moisture resistant material). Read more about drywall here.

Wall panels

Most often, PVC panels can be found in offices, shopping centers and other commercial institutions. 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 the necessary qualities. Moreover, the material is easy to install and in case of damage, any part can be easily replaced. Read all about PVC panels here.

Decorative rock

Decorative stone in the apartment is an expensive pleasure. Also lay it on the wall yourself without the necessary experience it is unlikely to succeed. This is perhaps the only negative material. Natural, durable, resistant stone is able to betray the room originality and emphasize the statics of its owners.

Painting

Painting is often used for exterior decoration of the house, but inside it will be a great solution. Due to the wide variety of colors, textures and types, you can give the room a variety of decor options. And using a figured roller (or other special tools) you can easily turn an apartment into a work of art.

Pros and cons: simplicity in work, low cost of material, wide possibilities in decorating the room, paint emphasizes any defects and irregularities of the walls. Well, all the secrets of paint are described here.