Materials for wall decoration: what to choose

Gusevsky Andrey Anatolyevich

Combined wall decoration

Building materials for interior wall decoration are abundant. Sometimes it is difficult to figure out what to choose.
They are distinguished by price, appearance, application and installation complexity. In this article we will figure out which material for interior decoration of walls to choose and where it is better to apply.
After all, the premises are different. To get started, it’s worth watching photos and videos on this topic and sorting out the design you need.
Then you can proceed to the choice of wall decoration in the apartment.

Choose material

Materials for finishing internal walls can be distinguished by several parameters. First of all, you should pay attention to the temperature regime.
After all, not all elements can withstand elevated temperatures. Also, susceptibility to high humidity will affect the choice.
Now let's look at each material individually.

Wallpaper

This is perhaps the most traditional finish. Its price is not high, in relation to others types of wall decoration.

Using wallpaper for wall decoration

So:

• First of all, in such a lining, the speed of the work is attractive. It is fast enough.
  Yes, and you can do everything completely with your own hands. This will reduce the total cost of the work;
• Such material for wall decoration is perfect for processing walls in a room where there is constant heating, where it is not, such decoration will not work, with temperature extremes and humidity changes, this material will exfoliate and lose its appearance. Although they can be easily used to kitchen finishes;
• The composition of this product includes only environmentally friendly materials that will not harm your health.

Such material is divided into several types, which differ in the material of production and the possible environment of stay:

• Paper, this is the cheapest and not durable material that will not last long. They can easily be damaged mechanically;
• Vinyl, which is already more durable. A vinyl coating is made on the outside, which is less susceptible to high humidity and mechanical stress;
• Acrylic, the finish of which is carried out using an acrylic emulsion, which is applied to the base, which is made of paper. In terms of resistance to external influences and moisture, they stand approximately in the middle, between those listed earlier;
• Finishing materials for interior walls on a non-woven basis, this is a more durable material. Vinyl is applied to the surface, which first foams.
  They can be beautifully and painted;
• Fiberglass, this is a fireproof material, which can also be used for painting.

Any such wallpaper decoration it is also decorated with decor and borders. Many also use photo wallpaper, which is also not durable.

Wall tiles

Cladding materials for interior wall decoration will not be complete without ceramic tiles, which are often used in the decoration of the walls of the room.

Tiled bathroom walls

So:

• These are not combustible materials that can be used for almost any type of room;
• These building materials for wall decoration are perfect for decorating rooms with high humidity, for example, for bathroom finishes. They tolerate temperature extremes perfectly;
• Facing can be done completely with your own hands;

Attention: Fastening must be done according to certain rules and correctly prepare the base plane.
Otherwise, you risk that the material will not last long. Our site has detailed instructions for doing this job.

This material is divided into several types, which are divided by the appearance and material of manufacture:

• Clinker tile, which has a closed porous structure. It is made on the basis of clay and oxides with subsequent annealing.
  It has a different shape, but not a large size. Most often has a dull surface;
• Majolica is made on the basis of clay and is produced using double firing. It has increased strength and is often used for flooring.
  It is a durable material that will last a long time;
• Porcelain tile, which is made on the basis of granite and clay. Such a tile has a large weight, but also a fairly robust design.
  There are many colors and shades in retail. It tolerates external influences well and can be used even for finishing the basement of a building;

Wood panels for wall decoration

Such wall decoration is an ecological material that is not used in all rooms. It just looks too office.
But for hallway finishes and the cabinet is probably the best.

Using wood for wall decoration

So:

• When installing, you can make wall insulation. Which will lead to lower heating fees.
  This material, even without additional insulation, will already perform these functions;
• This finish looks pretty rich, you can make the finish and valuable wood species;

Attention: If you decide to make the finish such a material and want to choose a valuable species of wood, then do not rush to spend money.
In retail, there are mixtures that, when cheap wood is coated, make the structure such that it can hardly be distinguished from a valuable species. Only this should be done in advance.

• Only during installation should it be correctly understood that such a finish does not tolerate high humidity and should not be fixed in rooms without constant heating. Material nourishes moisture and deteriorates quickly. And leaving will not be cheap;
• Such decoration will take away the useful area of ​​the room, it is attached to the frame.

PVC panels

This finish began to be applied not so long ago. But already found her fans.

Original pvc wall decoration

So:

• Not a big price and ease of installation attracts the consumer. All the work can be done with your own hands and it does not take much time:
• You can do wall insulation at the same time;
• Such a coating also tolerates increased humidity, which makes them suitable for wall cladding in the bathroom;
• You should know that panels should not be mounted on the side where direct rays of the sun fall. In this case, the panels begin to warp;

Caution: When choosing a material should be preferred only to trusted manufacturers.
When purchasing material, check the certificate of quality and compliance. The fact is that not well-known Chinese manufacturers make panels not using technology, then they can also produce harmful odors in direct sunlight. Think about it.

• The panels are mounted on the frame, and therefore you will pick up the usable area of ​​the room. The minimum profile height will take at least 5 cm;
• PVC panels tolerate temperature extremes, so they can be used in rooms without constant heating. For example, such decoration will be well used for decorating the premises of a summer residence.

Decorative wall plaster

This material is perfect for wall decoration. All work can be done with your own hands, than you will reduce the cost of all work.
The price is not high, so almost everyone can afford it.

Volumetric decoration with decorative plaster

• Prostate finishes can attract consumers. Everything is done quickly enough and no special skills are required;
• Does not take up free space and is applied to almost any surface;
• It tolerates temperature extremes and high humidity. It can be used for decoration of almost any type of room;

Caution: To apply such a coating, the surface must be properly and thoroughly prepared.
Before applying the material, carefully read the rules for applying this material to an article on our website. There is a detailed instruction.

• This material will perfectly hide small cracks in the wall and you do not need to do a thorough finish;
• When buying material, read the instructions, there are some options for such products, which also serve as a heater.
  And it will be very by the way. Moreover, the sound insulation will increase in the room;
• Also, this finish is quite durable and will last for more than one year. Yes, and surface repair does not take much time and does not require much effort.

Wall decoration with liquid wallpaper

This finish is gaining popularity in our time.
And there are reasons for this:

The use of liquid wallpaper for decoration

• Such a finish does not require much space and can be completed in a very short time. And do everything completely with your own hands;
• Although they are quite easy to apply, there will be no wall insulation. They are simply damaged mechanically;
• They look a little office, but are perfect for decorating the walls of the hallway and cottages;
• They tolerate temperature extremes and high humidity;
• There are many colors and shades in retail. You can also make different surface texture. Apply all your design ideas.

You now have the most popular finishes and you can make your choice. Many make finishes using several types of material and make pretty attractive and high-quality finishes.
It should be said that any decoration is carried out according to certain rules and requires a certain technology of work. On our site there is a detailed description of the rules for the implementation of any type of decoration.