Dreaming of a stunning feature wall or a completely transformed room? The secret to a spectacular result lies in a few key decisions. Based on insights from top decorators and installers, following these three simple tips will ensure your new wallpaper looks beautiful for years to come.
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Invest in the Right Wallpaper Quality
The journey to a beautiful room begins long before the first strip is hung. Selecting a high-quality wallpaper is the most crucial step for ensuring durability and a lasting, fresh appearance.
Wallpapers generally fall into two main categories:
A) Vinyl Wallpapers:
Known for their durability, these consist of a paper backing with a protective vinyl layer. This makes them moisture-resistant and easy to clean with a damp cloth, ideal for high-traffic areas like kitchens, bathrooms, and children’s rooms.
B) Non-Woven Wallpapers:
Made from a blend of natural and synthetic fibres, these wallpapers are highly breathable and strong. They are treated to be washable and are notably easier to strip in the future. They also offer excellent resistance to fading from sunlight.
You’ll also choose between traditional paste-the-wall or pre-pasted options, which come with adhesive already applied.
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Match the Wallpaper to the Room
The perfect wallpaper not only matches your style but also the practical needs of the space.
For Kitchens, Hallways & Kids’ Rooms:
Opt for a washable and scrubbable wallpaper to handle spills, stains, and everyday messes with ease.
For Bathrooms:
Choose a damp-proof or vinyl wallpaper to withstand humidity. Pre-pasted options can simplify the process in these spaces.
For Walls with Imperfections:
A textured or patterned wallpaper is excellent for subtly disguising minor flaws in the wall surface.
Also, consider the room’s lighting and the colours of adjacent walls to ensure your chosen design creates the desired atmosphere, whether it’s inspiring and vibrant or calm and relaxing.
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Ensure a Correct Installation
For installation, hire a qualified professional Arctic Wallpaper.
Here are the key steps we focus on:
Prepare Your Walls: A smooth, clean surface is non-negotiable. Remove any old wallpaper, fill holes and crack, and ensure the wall is primed and ready.
Calculate Your Needs: Carefully measure your walls and purchase all rolls from the same manufacturing batch to avoid slight colour variations.
Hang with Care: We hang the first strip perfectly straight. Whether pasting the wall or the paper, apply adhesive evenly and use a smoothing brush to eliminate air bubbles. We pay close attention to pattern matching, ensuring each strip aligns perfectly with the next for a professional look.
Ready to Transform Your Space?
At Arctic Wallpaper, we believe that decorating should be an exciting and successful experience. We hope these tips give you the confidence to create a space you love.