Kitchen renovation is not an easy task, which not only requires a considerable investment of effort, time and money, but also forces you to approach the choice of wallpaper with special responsibility. Vinyl is often preferred as an affordable, beautiful and durable material. But it's brewing right away new question: “Which vinyl wallpaper should I choose for the kitchen?” - after all, they differ not only in color and texture, but also in the type of base and outer layer. In the photo interesting wallpaper striped in the kitchen.
Wallpaper production technologies do not stand still, not only constantly expanding model range, but also creating strong, wear-resistant and reliable building materials. Polyvinyl chloride - the outer layer - protects from the harmful effects of sunlight, preventing paints from fading, and is not afraid of dirt and moisture. But this material is synthetic, and therefore cheap wallpaper can have an unpleasant odor and low air permeability, which contributes to the development of fungus. But it looks great in the interior, an example in the photo below:
Important! When choosing wallpaper for the kitchen, you should pay great attention to the presence of a special impregnation that prevents the appearance of mold and mildew.
What types of vinyl wallpaper are there?
Vinyl wallpaper have two layers - lower and upper. The bottom layer is usually made of paper, fabric or non-woven fabric, the top layer is made of polyvinyl chloride, a durable material onto which a decorative pattern or textured embossing is applied. Almost all types of vinyl wallpaper are perfect for the kitchen or bathroom due to their practicality.
Textured Vinyl
Wallpaper with a loose three-dimensional structure, soft and rough to the touch, of all kinds of patterns and colors. Ideal for covering uneven walls – volumetric wallpaper will easily hide cracks, potholes and bulges, and smooth them out.
They are made as follows: the vinyl mass is applied to a base of paper or non-woven fabric and thermally treated, due to which the coating foams and becomes textured. The only drawback is their low strength and the fact that they can hardly be called washable (they can be gently wiped with a damp sponge, without using cleaning agents), which is why this type non-woven wallpaper is not suitable for the kitchen. The photo shows a variant of the vinyl wallpaper pattern.
Paintable vinyl
These wallpapers are perfect for those who quickly get tired of the monotony in the interior, because they can be repainted. For this it is recommended to use water-based paint, which is applied with a roller onto two layers of primer. However, if you repaint too often, the relief will begin to smooth out, which will require complete replacement wallpaper
There are many interesting methods paintings that allow you to create original decor walls in the kitchen. Like, for example, applying paint to the bottom non-woven layer. With this method of painting, a colored background will appear, and the protruding parts will retain their original appearance. There is another popular method: the paint is greatly diluted and applied to the front part, and then washed off soft cloth. Then the background will remain saturated and bright, and the protruding parts will acquire a light shade. Example in the photo.
Compact vinyl
An extremely dense and durable material called compact vinyl. It does not have a particularly pronounced texture and is essentially flat. It is created by hot pressing of polyvinyl chloride. The embossing and dyeing processes are carried out in several stages.
Compact vinyl is not afraid of moisture and is extremely resistant even to hard brushing, which makes it an excellent washable material for the kitchen. In addition, it has wide range all kinds of colors, including various ornaments, stylizations for other materials, such as stone, ceramic tiles, plaster, leather. Thanks to this, using vinyl wallpaper, you can create a unique and unique design, as shown in the photo below.
kitchen vinyl
The super-washable material has dirt-repellent and moisture-resistant properties thanks to the rubberized top layer. It is not at all afraid of water, grease and can be easily cleaned even with a stiff brush. Vinyl wallpaper of this type have been developed for kitchens and bathrooms, making them a great alternative to ceramic tiles. You can even cover an apron with them and not worry about its appearance. They are quite dense and thick, which is why they look rough, and also have a different wide choice colors, the main part of which are gastronomic prints.
Silkscreen printing
Otherwise called satin wallpaper is a type of hot-pressed vinyl. The bottom layer is vinylized paper dyed in a special way, passed through heat treatment and strong abs. Frequently found information that natural silk threads are used in the manufacture of this finishing material is not true. Looks good in the interior on the walls. Pay attention to the photo.
The effect of a silk surface is achieved thanks to a special processing method. Since silk-screen printing does not have a three-dimensional relief, it is better to use it when pasting well-leveled walls. This type of wallpaper can be a wonderful decoration for the kitchen, and is also practical because it is washable.
Hard Vinyl
Purified from harmful substances and formaldehyde resins by evaporation, vinyl is considered anti-allergenic and safe finishing material. This type of washable wallpaper is very reliable and resistant to harmful sun rays and mechanical damage, which allows the use of detergents when cleaning them. The base is made of three-layer paper, due to which they not only do not stretch, but also ensure removal from the walls excess moisture, and at the same time do not swell. Solid vinyl wallpaper for the kitchen will be an excellent option, and its stunning imitation of absolutely any coating (plaster, stone, textiles, etc.) will allow you to create an extraordinary design. Take a look at the photo:
Which foundation is better?
Paper wallpaper is in many ways inferior to non-woven wallpaper; such wallpaper costs an order of magnitude lower. But before you make a choice, you should understand all the pros and cons and find out whether the differences are that big.
Paper base
The most popular. It can be two- or three-layer, which has a positive effect on its qualities. And the vinyl coating, reliable in itself, complements and enhances its properties, and also partially covers the disadvantages.
Advantages of paper base:
- low price;
- good breathability. Vinyl wallpaper is often accused of not “breathing,” but this is not entirely true. Paper has a porous structure, due to which it is perfectly ventilated.
Disadvantages of paper base:
- not recommended for use in rooms with frequent changes temperatures and high humidity, since in such conditions the wallpaper may come off the walls. However, it is worth noting that a three-layer paper base is also suitable for covering a kitchen;
- pasting process. Unlike non-woven paper, gluing paper to the wall is somewhat more difficult, since the glue needs to be applied to the inner surface of the wallpaper sheet, and not to the wall.
Non-woven base
Gaining popularity semi-synthetic non-woven material based on cellulose fibers. It is precisely for its stability and ability to hold its shape for a long time that non-woven wallpaper is in such demand. Yes, they look fresh and interesting on the walls (photo).
Advantages of non-woven fabric:
- ease of gluing. During installation, glue is applied to the wall, not wallpaper sheets, due to which they remain dry and, therefore, much easier to glue;
- keeping fit. The non-woven base does not deform over time and does not move apart during the gluing process. They are therefore recommended for use in new houses whose walls tend to shrink;
- masking defects. Before covering the walls with non-woven wallpaper, there is no need to level the surface - the wallpaper will hide all the unevenness and cracks.
Disadvantages of non-woven fabric:
- high price. This material is not produced in Russia, so finished wallpaper rolls or materials for production are imported from other countries, which significantly affects the cost of wallpaper.
How to choose vinyl wallpaper for the kitchen
With such a wide variety of finishing materials and their colors, it is very difficult to make a choice. It’s easier to choose washable vinyl wallpaper for the kitchen based on the special markings shown in the photo:
When choosing, you should also pay great attention to the smell of wallpaper. If the roll smells like acetone or top layer oily, then these are warning signs, and there is no need to choose such materials accordingly. Ideally, vinyl has a dry surface.
Advice! The best vinyl wallpaper for the kitchen is solid, washable, with a non-woven backing. They are resistant to frequent cleaning with detergents, abrasion, high humidity, temperature changes. They also do not fade in the sun and have good sound insulation, perfectly hide all the imperfections of the wall, do not highlight harmful substances and fungus does not form under them, thanks to their breathability. They can easily last more than 10 years and change little in appearance.
Huge selection of wall materials various colors, textures and composition presented on the market can confuse anyone. But if you carefully study the special properties of each type, you can easily choose the ideal vinyl wallpaper for your kitchen.
A little interesting information about washable wallpaper in the following video:
The kitchen is a rather capricious room in terms of renovation. Always here high humidity And high temperature, drops of fat and splashes of water fly from the stove. At the same time, in the kitchen it is very important to observe perfect cleanliness. Let's add to this that the kitchen should be not only practical, but also aesthetic, because any family member spends a lot of time here. How to fulfill all these requirements when choosing wall covering? There is only one way out - to refuse paper wallpaper and replace them with vinyl ones.
Features of vinyl wallpaper
Vinyl wallpaper has a number of differences that set it apart from other wall covering options and make it an excellent solution for the kitchen.
- Vinyl wallpaper consists of two main components: non-woven fabric (in cheaper versions it is replaced with paper) and polyvinyl chloride. Besides, modern production has stepped forward and some manufacturers have begun to include antifungal components in their products.
- The structure of such wallpaper is very dense (especially in comparison with paper version). This feature greatly simplifies the repair procedure.
- Vinyl wallpaper does not fade in the sun! For many years they are able to retain their original color.
- They are suitable for use in almost all rooms. Vinyl wall coverings will withstand use not only in the kitchen, but also in the bathroom.
- A wide range of kitchen vinyl wall coverings allows you to choose the color and texture to suit every taste.
- In any case, such wallpaper in the kitchen looks much more cozy and homely than the same tiles.
Variations of vinyl wallpaper
- Paintable vinyl wallpaper. This option is great solution for those who like to change their environment often and do cosmetic repairs. It's very convenient that they can be repainted unlimited quantity once. Paintable wallpaper is available either white, ready for primary painting, or colored.
- Compact vinyl. This is a flat vinyl wallpaper made in a special way using hot embossing. They imitate all possible textures, e.g. natural stone, plaster, fabric. Compact vinyl can not only be washed with water, but also cleaned with a stiff brush.
- Kitchen vinyl. The densest type of wallpaper that will suit any kitchen. This density is achieved through the use of a rubberized layer. Due to its thickness, kitchen vinyl looks somewhat rough, but it can withstand absolutely any operating conditions.
- Silkscreen printing. To produce such wallpaper, dyed vinylized paper is used, which has been subjected to a certain heat treatment and embossing. Thanks to this processing, a silk effect is created. However, it is better to use such wallpaper away from the most “dangerous” places in the kitchen.
- Hard vinyl wallpaper. This type of wall covering is made by evaporating vinyl. This allows you to remove all harmful components from the material. The safest option for health among all types of vinyl coverings. Such wallpapers have all the advantages of the variations listed above. The only drawback of hard vinyl is its rather high cost.
Disadvantages of vinyl
Along with many advantages, vinyl also has some disadvantages. Since this material is a synthetic polymer, it is capable of releasing some unhealthy substances, in particular formaldehyde. This is why vinyl wall coverings are not... best option for a children's room. However, when it comes to the kitchen, there will be no problems. The main thing is to look for a mark on the packaging indicating compliance with sanitary and hygienic requirements.
Another point that you need to pay attention to when choosing vinyl wall coverings is the presence of special micropores in them. If there are no such micropores on the wallpaper, there will be a poor air permeability effect and, as a result, mold and mildew on the walls under the wallpaper.
Choice of colors
From wide range vinyl wall coverings can make even an experienced person's eyes run wild. However, you should not immediately take the most beautiful option, in your opinion. There are a number of tips that will help create a harmonious atmosphere in the kitchen:
- A large pattern will visually reduce the size of the kitchen. If you are renovating small kitchen(up to 7 m2), wallpaper with large flowers, geometric patterns and animals, immediately put them aside. Small drawings, on the contrary, will make the room much more spacious and, accordingly, cozy.
- The geometric pattern on kitchen vinyl wallpaper will always be relevant. In particular, one of the most good options for this room - intersecting stripes that resemble a Scottish kilt.
- Depending on the effect you want to achieve - raise the ceilings or expand the walls, use a design with a vertical or horizontal pattern.
- If you don’t want to change the size of the room, give preference to diagonal patterns; they will add dynamics to your kitchen.
- Remember that textured vinyl wallpapers always look more stylish and original than ordinary smooth ones.
As for colors, designers advise not to use the following options. Dark wallpaper they will reduce the size of the kitchen and put pressure on you. Cold shades of colors will make your kitchen boring and even faceless, especially when it comes to large rooms. Soft, warm, pastel colors- Here best solution for kitchen vinyl wallpaper.
Before going to the store
When you have already decided to opt for vinyl wall covering and have even decided which option you like, don’t rush to run to the store. Remember simple rules to buy wallpaper. Sometimes in a hurry these banal things are simply forgotten.
Carefully check each roll you buy. Each of them must have the same batch number, the same article, and in appearance they should not differ in shades even slightly. Carefully inspect the packaging of each roll. There should be no damage to it. Don't forget to check for instructions.
If you discover a defect or mismatch at home when the packaging is already even slightly damaged, you will not be able to return the product to the store. You will have to spend money again on the missing rolls. In any case, it is always safer to buy wall coverings from trusted places.
Rules for gluing
The process of gluing vinyl wall coverings is practically no different from gluing any other option. However, it still has some differences. Let's look at the process of gluing vinyl wallpaper in the kitchen.
The first thing you need to do is to carefully prepare the surface on which you plan to glue vinyl wallpaper. The service life of your wallpaper and its appearance.
Most types of vinyl wallpaper allow for small defects on the wall, but if the surface is still very uneven, it will have to be leveled and the defects corrected using putty. Please note that silk-screen printing is a rather capricious type of vinyl. He absolutely demands flat wall without the slightest blemish. Otherwise, delicate silk-screen printing will lose its appearance. Sometimes, under this type of wall covering, it makes sense to cover the wall with plasterboard.
A mandatory stage of preparation is priming the walls. The primer solution will create an adhesion effect and strengthen the wall surface. You should never neglect this process. In addition, it is important to remember that the primer solution is only applied to clean walls.
Completion preparatory stage– this is, directly, the preparation of materials. Cut the wallpaper into suitable strips in advance and prepare the glue. After this, you can start gluing vinyl wallpaper to the kitchen walls.
Now let's look at the features of gluing vinyl wallpapers that distinguish them from paper ones:
- Vinyl wallpaper is always glued end to end. Don't let one sheet overlap another.
- Some craftsmen apply only one layer of glue. Someone coats a wall with glue, someone a sheet of wallpaper. For maximum effectiveness, it is recommended to apply adhesive to both the sheets and the wall.
- No matter how elastic the vinyl sheets may seem to you, you should not stretch them.
- When you level the sheets, removing excess air from under them, most likely you will not be able to avoid glue getting onto the front of the adjacent sheet. There is no need to be afraid, but there is no need to hesitate either. Quickly and carefully remove the adhesive with a clean piece of cloth. If you don't do this quickly enough, the glue will dry out and the area of wallpaper will look faded even after painting.
- While the glue under the wallpaper dries, keep drafts out of the room. Do not open windows and vents. Close all doors tightly.
I would immediately like to touch upon the issue of removing vinyl wallpaper, because even the most quality option Someday it will become outdated and require replacement. Removing vinyl wallpaper from a kitchen wall requires two stages: first, remove the vinyl layer, and then the paper (or non-woven) layer.
To remove the vinyl layer, you can use all sorts of options. A drill with a wire brush attachment will help you cope most effectively with the task. If you don't have a drill, no problem. Use simple wire brush, needle roller, knife or spatula. In addition, in hardware store you can buy special tool"wallpaper tiger" The bottom layer is removed in the same way as regular wallpaper, by wetting with water and working with a spatula.
When choosing vinyl wallpaper for the kitchen, you definitely can’t go wrong: in terms of price/quality ratio, it is by far the most best option. The use of advanced techniques and innovative components in the production of vinyl wallpaper allows us to create finishing materials that are characterized by high strength, reliability, wear resistance and durability. Thanks to the protective layer of polyvinyl chloride, such wallpapers are not afraid of sunlight, moisture, mechanical stress and contamination. And an ever-expanding range of wall vinyl, including imitation colors and textures natural materials, will allow you to realize the most daring design ideas in the interior of the kitchen.
Vinyl wallpaper for the kitchen will delight you with its aesthetic capabilities and practicality.
Features of vinyl wallpaper
Vinyl wallpaper consists of two layers: a thick paper, fabric or non-woven backing and a protective top layer of polyvinyl chloride film, thanks to which the wallpaper acquires increased strength and wear resistance. When choosing vinyl for the kitchen, you should definitely pay attention to the treatment of wallpaper with special impregnations that prevent the formation of fungi and mold.
Thanks to the protective layer of polyvinyl chloride, such wallpapers are not afraid of sunlight, moisture, mechanical stress and dirt.
The entire variety of vinyl wallpapers on the market can be divided into two: large groups: foam vinyl and hot stamping vinyl wallpaper. Special technology processing of the top vinyl layer allows you to imitate almost all types of surfaces and textures, and also gives the wallpaper a sculptural relief. Both plain vinyl wallpaper and with a pattern are available: both are highly decorative and perfectly hide small unevenness and defects in the walls.
Combined vinyl wallpaper in retro style suitable for decorating a kitchen in a rustic or Provence style
The quality of vinyl wallpaper depends on the thickness of the vinyl film. Branded “vinyl” is durable, non-staining, does not fade in the sun, is not afraid of moisture, and tolerates wet cleaning and even brushing with detergents. This type of wall decoration, without loss of decorativeness and performance characteristics, may well last up to 10 years or more! The only significant drawback of vinyl wallpaper is airtightness. However, a number of leading manufacturers of finishing materials in present moment have already introduced innovative vinyl wallpaper with micropores to the market, which allows the walls to “breathe”: allowing condensation to evaporate from under the coating, they simultaneously prevent moisture from penetrating under the wallpaper.
Original drawings wallpaper will allow you to achieve a very interesting result in the kitchen interior
Choosing vinyl wallpaper for the kitchen
Structural wallpaper based on foam vinyl
Foamed vinyl has a rough surface and is soft to the touch, making it pleasant to touch. Foamed vinyl wallpaper is made by applying vinyl mass to a paper or non-woven base, followed by heat treatment, during which the vinyl foams, acquiring texture. Such wallpapers perfectly mask unevenness and various disadvantages surfaces and also do not stretch. The disadvantage of foam wallpaper is its low strength, which makes it difficult to name it ideal option for finishing the kitchen.
Structural vinyl wallpaper perfectly masks unevenness and various surface imperfections
Paintable vinyl wallpaper
They will be an excellent solution for those who like to frequently change their surroundings. Such wallpaper can be repeatedly repainted in any color. They are produced either white or already colored, completely ready for use. Using special painting methods, you can decorate the walls in the kitchen in a very original way. For example, paint can be applied not to the front side, but to the inner surface of the non-woven layer: in this case, the material will be soaked through, creating a background, and the relief vinyl areas will remain untouched. This technique allows you to imitate the decoration of walls with multi-colored cements using the “sgraffito” technique (translated from Italian as “scratched”). Another popular method is to apply highly diluted paint to the front side and then wipe it off with a soft cloth: the background will remain bright, and the relief will acquire lighter shades.
To create completely unique interior You can use vinyl wallpaper for painting
Compact vinyl
This is the so-called hot-stamped flat vinyl wallpaper, which is an imitation of various materials: textured plaster, stone, textiles. Compact vinyl is not afraid of washing and hard brushing. Durable material It features a pleasant texture and a wide range of colors for a stylish and harmonious kitchen decor.
Kitchen vinyl with a gastronomic print, it seems, will not lose its relevance and popularity for a long time
kitchen vinyl
Thick or kitchen vinyl is a super washable wallpaper designed specifically for kitchens and bathrooms. Thanks to rubberized vinyl, this type of wallpaper has high moisture resistance and dirt-repellent properties. You can even glue such wallpaper over kitchen countertop or in the bathroom instead ceramic tiles. However, due to its thickness, kitchen vinyl looks a little rough. Not particularly encouraging thematic drawings with gastronomic motives.
Wall vinyl can imitate the colors and textures of natural materials, and pastel colors make it even more attractive
Silkscreen printing
Silk-screen printing or satin wallpaper is a type of hot-stamped flat vinyl wallpaper. Vinylized paper is used as a base, which is dyed in a special way, and then subjected to heat treatment and heavy embossing. You can often find information that natural silk threads are used in the silk-screen printing process, however, this is not true. The silk effect is achieved exclusively by a special method of processing the vinyl coating. Due to the lack of volumetric relief, it is advisable to use flat vinyl wallpaper on carefully prepared flat surfaces.
Hard vinyl wallpaper for the kitchen will surprise you with its durability and practicality for many years
Solid vinyl wallpaper
They are made from evaporated vinyl that has undergone heat treatment, which removes harmful substances and components from the material, such as formaldehyde resins. Such wallpapers do not cause allergic reactions and are considered a safe finishing material for health. Wallpaper made of hard vinyl does not stretch or swell, it does not fade in the sun, is resistant to abrasion and mechanical stress, and can be washed using detergents and cleaning products. The basis of such wallpaper is a special three-layer paper, which ensures the unhindered removal of excess moisture from the walls. Hard Vinyl imitates absolutely any coating with impeccable accuracy: textured plasters, stone, painting, textiles. The careful selection of the pattern makes the joint between the canvases invisible even with very close range.
Photo collection of vinyl wallpaper for kitchen walls
Vinyl wallpaper consists of two layers: a thick paper, fabric or non-woven backing and a protective top layer
Super washable vinyl wallpaper can even be used for decoration kitchen apron
When choosing vinyl for the kitchen, you should definitely pay attention to the treatment of wallpaper with special impregnations that prevent the formation of fungi and mold.
Vinyl wallpaper is highly decorative and perfectly hides small irregularities and defects in the walls.
The constantly expanding range of wall vinyl allows you to implement the most daring design ideas in the kitchen interior
Foamed vinyl has a rough surface and is soft to the touch, making it pleasant to touch
Black and white vinyl wallpaper with floral patterns in the kitchen in Scandinavian style
Vinyl wallpaper with floral ornament will be a wonderful decoration dining area
Many today choose vinyl wallpaper for the optimal price-quality ratio of this finishing material.
When choosing vinyl wallpaper for the kitchen, you definitely can’t go wrong: in terms of price/quality ratio, this is by far the best option. The use of advanced techniques and innovative components in the production of vinyl wallpaper allows us to create finishing materials that are characterized by high strength, reliability, wear resistance and durability. Thanks to the protective layer of polyvinyl chloride, such wallpapers are not afraid of sunlight, moisture, mechanical stress and dirt. And the ever-expanding range of wall vinyl, including imitation of colors and textures of natural materials, will allow you to realize the most daring design ideas in the kitchen interior.
Vinyl wallpaper for the kitchen will delight you with its aesthetic capabilities and practicality.
Features of vinyl wallpaper
Vinyl wallpaper consists of two layers: a thick paper, fabric or non-woven backing and a protective top layer of polyvinyl chloride film, thanks to which the wallpaper acquires increased strength and wear resistance. When choosing vinyl for the kitchen, you should definitely pay attention to the treatment of wallpaper with special impregnations that prevent the formation of fungi and mold.
Thanks to the protective layer of polyvinyl chloride, such wallpapers are not afraid of sunlight, moisture, mechanical stress and dirt.
The entire variety of vinyl wallpapers on the market can be divided into two large groups: foamed vinyl and hot-stamped vinyl wallpapers. A special technology for processing the top vinyl layer allows you to imitate almost all types of surfaces and textures, and also gives the wallpaper a sculptural relief. Both plain vinyl wallpaper and with a pattern are available: both are highly decorative and perfectly hide small unevenness and defects in the walls.
Combined vinyl wallpaper in a retro style is suitable for decorating a kitchen in a rustic or Provence style
The quality of vinyl wallpaper depends on the thickness of the vinyl film. Branded “vinyl” is durable, non-staining, does not fade in the sun, is not afraid of moisture, and tolerates wet cleaning and even brushing with detergents. This type of wall decoration, without loss of decorativeness and performance characteristics, can last up to 10 years or more! The only significant drawback of vinyl wallpaper is airtightness. However, a number of leading manufacturers of finishing materials have now already introduced innovative vinyl wallpapers with micropores to the market, which allow the walls to “breathe”: allowing condensation to evaporate from under the coating, they simultaneously prevent moisture from penetrating under the wallpaper.
Original patterns on wallpaper will allow you to achieve a very interesting result in the interior of the kitchen.
Choosing vinyl wallpaper for the kitchen
Structural wallpaper based on foam vinyl
Foamed vinyl has a rough surface and is soft to the touch, making it pleasant to touch. Foamed vinyl wallpaper is made by applying vinyl mass to a paper or non-woven base, followed by heat treatment, during which the vinyl foams, acquiring texture. Such wallpaper perfectly masks unevenness and various imperfections of the surface, and also does not stretch. The disadvantage of foam wallpaper is its low strength, which does not allow us to call it an ideal option for finishing a kitchen.
Structural vinyl wallpaper perfectly masks unevenness and various surface imperfections
Paintable vinyl wallpaper
They will be an excellent solution for those who like to frequently change their surroundings. Such wallpaper can be repeatedly repainted in any color. They are produced either white or already colored, completely ready for use. Using special painting methods, you can decorate the walls in the kitchen in a very original way. For example, paint can be applied not to the front side, but to the inner surface of the non-woven layer: in this case, the material will be soaked through, creating a background, and the relief vinyl areas will remain untouched. This technique allows you to imitate the decoration of walls with multi-colored cements using the “sgraffito” technique (translated from Italian as “scratched”). Another popular method is to apply highly diluted paint to the front side and then wipe it off with a soft cloth: the background will remain bright, and the relief will acquire lighter shades.
To create a completely unique interior, you can use paintable vinyl wallpaper
Compact vinyl
This is the so-called hot-stamped flat vinyl wallpaper, which is an imitation of various materials: textured plaster, stone, textiles. Compact vinyl is not afraid of washing and hard brushing. The durable material has a pleasant texture and a wide range of colors for a stylish and harmonious kitchen decor.
Kitchen vinyl with a gastronomic print, it seems, will not lose its relevance and popularity for a long time
kitchen vinyl
Thick or kitchen vinyl is a super washable wallpaper designed specifically for kitchens and bathrooms. Thanks to rubberized vinyl, this type of wallpaper has high moisture resistance and dirt-repellent properties. You can even glue such wallpaper over a kitchen countertop or in a bathroom instead of ceramic tiles. However, due to its thickness, kitchen vinyl looks a little rough. Thematic drawings with gastronomic motifs are not particularly inspiring either.
Wall vinyl can imitate the colors and textures of natural materials, and pastel colors make it even more attractive
Silkscreen printing
Silk-screen printing or satin wallpaper is a type of hot-stamped flat vinyl wallpaper. Vinylized paper is used as a base, which is dyed in a special way, and then subjected to heat treatment and heavy embossing. You can often find information that natural silk threads are used in the silk-screen printing process, however, this is not true. The silk effect is achieved exclusively by a special method of processing the vinyl coating. Due to the lack of volumetric relief, it is advisable to use flat vinyl wallpaper on carefully prepared, flat surfaces.
Hard vinyl wallpaper for the kitchen will surprise you with its durability and practicality for many years
Solid vinyl wallpaper
They are made from evaporated vinyl that has undergone heat treatment, which removes harmful substances and components from the material, such as formaldehyde resins. Such wallpaper does not cause allergic reactions and is considered a safe finishing material for health. Wallpaper made of hard vinyl does not stretch or swell, it does not fade in the sun, is resistant to abrasion and mechanical stress, and can be washed using detergents and cleaning products. The basis of such wallpaper is a special three-layer paper, which ensures the unhindered removal of excess moisture from the walls. Solid vinyl imitates absolutely any coating with impeccable accuracy: textured plasters, stone, painting, textiles. The careful selection of the pattern makes the joint between the canvases invisible even from a very close distance.
Photo collection of vinyl wallpaper for kitchen walls
Vinyl wallpaper consists of two layers: a thick paper, fabric or non-woven backing and a protective top layer
Super washable vinyl wallpaper can be safely used even for finishing a kitchen apron
When choosing vinyl for the kitchen, you should definitely pay attention to the treatment of wallpaper with special impregnations that prevent the formation of fungi and mold.
Vinyl wallpaper is highly decorative and perfectly hides small irregularities and defects in the walls.
The constantly expanding range of wall vinyl allows you to implement the most daring design ideas in the kitchen interior
Foamed vinyl has a rough surface and is soft to the touch, making it pleasant to touch
Black and white vinyl wallpaper with floral patterns in a Scandinavian-style kitchen
Vinyl wallpaper with floral patterns will be a wonderful decoration for the dining area
Many today choose vinyl wallpaper for the optimal price-quality ratio of this finishing material.
The choice of wallpaper is very important decision during any repair process. Some people like to glue “forever” and choose materials that can maintain a spectacular appearance for 8-10 years, while others, on the contrary, prefer to change the appearance of the walls every 2-3 years.
Necessary price-quality ratio, interesting color and all kinds of patterns, moisture resistance, the ability to survive scratches, shocks and children's drawings - perfect wallpaper must meet all these qualities. For this reason, representatives of various segments of the population are increasingly choosing vinyl wallpaper for their walls.
This type of wallpaper has a beautiful, rich pattern.
The main advantages of vinyl wallpaper
Vinyl wallpaper is special variety wall coverings in the form of rolls with a base made of cheap paper or more expensive and prestigious non-woven fabric. On top is a layer of polyvinyl chloride (popularly called vinyl) different thicknesses, structure and volume.
There are many subspecies in the huge mass of vinyl wall coverings, but they all have common advantages, thanks to which customers fell in love.
- Strength.
Unlike inexpensive and popular paper wallpaper, vinyl coating has 2 layers: paper/non-woven fabric + vinyl film, so they are much stronger. It is almost impossible to tear a piece of such a roll, for example, when gluing it. - Durability.
Wallpaper with a vinyl layer is the champion in terms of wear resistance: this coating can stay on the walls for up to 10 years, maintaining the original color and freshness of the paints even with wet cleaning. The only problem is that bright vinyl patterns can simply get boring. - Moisture resistance.
Depending on the type of vinyl wallpaper in the interior, they can be wiped with a wet cloth, thoroughly washed, and even rubbed with a brush or sponge. You just need to select the necessary markings - and the walls will be able to survive cleaning of any intensity. - Versatility.
Perhaps the main advantage of this coating is that vinyl wallpaper in the interior can be chosen to suit any style. The vinyl layer can imitate velvet, fabric, textured plaster, stone, brick, bamboo, wood and other materials. In addition, the choice of colors and all kinds of patterns on vinyl is simply amazing - such a wealth of colors cannot be found among paper, non-woven or textile wallpaper.
This allows you to choose a two-layer wall covering for houses and apartments decorated in any style: strict classics, elegant retro, cozy country, laconic high-tech, industrial loft and others.
Wallpaper with a washable layer can be used to cover a bathroom
Disadvantages of vinyl wallpaper
For all its advantages, building materials made from polyvinyl chloride have a number of disadvantages, which, however, can always be corrected.
- Toxicity.
Although a lot of various “test purchases” and studies have already been carried out regarding the dangers of polyvinyl chloride, the debate about whether vinyl wallpaper is harmful does not subside.
Indeed, low quality chemical material, when combined with wallpaper glue, can emit formaldehyde vapors for up to 4 years, but only cheap wallpaper of dubious quality is guilty of this. If you choose the “clothes” for your walls correctly and scrupulously, this disaster can be avoided. - Air tightness.
Another complaint about fashion wallpaper- inability to pass air. Heavy vinyl covers the wall very tightly, leaving it no opportunity to breathe, but it creates a humid environment - a convenient place for the growth of fungi and harmful microorganisms. It is also possible to solve this problem if you choose vinyl wallpaper on a non-woven basis - modern material, unlike paper, allows air to pass through much more freely. - Problematic repair.
If you have no experience in gluing heavy two-layer wallpaper, noticeable difficulties may arise. Thus, vinyl wallpaper on a paper backing can shrink when dried, resulting in noticeable gaps appearing between the glued strips. Vinyl must be glued strictly end-to-end (in no case overlapping!), which does not always work out perfectly, especially with a complex pattern on the canvas and uneven walls.
The solution is vinyl wallpaper on a non-woven backing. Such canvases weigh less, are more convenient to hold in your hands during repairs, and the glue needs to be smeared on the wall, not on the roll, which also makes the work process easier. - Price.
The high cost of vinyl rolls is one of the reasons why people choose more affordable paper ones. However, the large price tag is successfully made up for for a long time operation and resistance to mechanical stress, dirt and wet cleaning.
Airtightness is a disadvantage of this type of wallpaper. And moisture resistance is a plus
Types of vinyl wallpaper
You can find many different classifications on the Internet. vinyl cloth, but there are only 5 main types of such wallpaper.
Structural with a layer of foamed vinyl
This coating has a voluminous loose structure of various colors and patterns, often with sparkles, which are interspersed in the top layer of the lush fabric.
This variety is ideal for rooms with uneven walls. If there are cracks, bulges and small pits on the surface, a volumetric coating will smooth out all unevenness and create interesting game light on the foam surface. This vinyl is also used for gluing surfaces made of wood, plywood, and fiberboard. In addition, fashionable vinyl wallpaper for painting is also a foam material.
Vinyl wallpaper should be painted with caution; first, be sure to check with a specialist in the store whether this type is suitable for painting. For structural vinyl wallpaper, water-based paint and a roller are usually recommended for painting; before the process, a primer in two layers is recommended. The color of the walls can be changed as often as you want until the foam texture on the wallpaper begins to smooth out.
Hot stamping vinyl wallpaper. This group distinguishes between heavy and compact vinyl
Heavy vinyl is the densest canvas available in interesting, deep shades and patterns. Such wallpaper hides wall unevenness well, but it is quite difficult to glue it, and a thick two-layer coating has difficulty allowing air to pass through and can cause fungus on the walls.
Compact vinyl is just a dream for designers: it is the rolls with this canvas that are made as an imitation various surfaces: textiles, wood, brick, they are very durable and can withstand almost any mechanical impact and retain their impressive appearance for many years.
Sometimes hot-stamped wallpaper includes chemically embossed vinyl. This fabric is particularly resistant to ultraviolet radiation and practically does not fade under direct sun rays and has excellent contact with moisture without damage.
Wallpaper of this type consists, in fact, of three layers
Silkscreen printing is the most beautiful type of vinyl
Such vinyl wallpapers are always on a paper base; silk threads are woven into the top layer, which create a unique noble effect. “Silk” wallpaper can be smooth and embossed, very rich color, on the walls it always looks luxurious and expensive. This wallpaper is very durable, resistant to water and abrasion, and can retain its bright shade and shine up to 8-10 years. This coating looks best on walls in corridors, both narrow and wide, bedrooms and large living rooms.
Washable vinyl wallpaper (or polyfoam)
Washable coating - great way decorate the walls in the kitchen, bathroom or children's room, where necessary regular cleaning or walls frequently come into contact with liquid. Wallpaper fabric can have a smooth or foamed surface, several layers are applied on top of the base: polyvinyl chloride, plasticizers, stabilizers, pigments and other various additives.
Solid or evaporated vinyl
This variety is becoming increasingly popular today - this particular wallpaper vinyl is recognized as hypoallergenic and environmentally friendly. The canvas is based on three layers of paper and evaporated polyvinyl chloride, from which all harmful substances that can subsequently evaporate have been removed.
Wallpaper based on a hard vinyl layer has a quality certificate from the European Independent Environmental Expertise, which means they can be safely used for renovating children's bedrooms and one-room apartments where children live.
Wallpaper with a layer of polyvinyl chloride often has very bright, cheerful shades
How to choose vinyl wallpaper?
When choosing materials for renovation, it is often difficult for us to decide which vinyl wallpaper is better. First you need to decide where exactly you want to make spectacular walls from a fashionable coating.
For the bathroom and kitchen, the choice is clear - polyplen. It is best to choose washable vinyl wallpaper according to the marking symbol, usually a nautical symbol: one wave - the canvas is moisture-resistant, can be wiped with a damp cloth; two and three - washable; wave and comb - vinyl is washed with a brush (sponge).
If you love plain walls If you plan to change the color of the wallpaper as often as possible or are renovating a nursery where a little artist lives, it is better to buy foam embossed rolls for painting.
You should choose a “breathable” covering for bedrooms, and this is vinyl wallpaper on non-woven fabric. Paper base does not allow air to pass through well, so silk-screen printing and heavy vinyl It is better to leave it for corridors and halls.
Important:
The safest vinyl wallpaper on non-woven fabric is perforated, and small holes must be “punched” right through, in both layers. Finding them is quite easy - just look at the rolls you like in the store and hold them up to the light - the micropores are very noticeable.
To decide which vinyl wallpaper is better, you can also rely on smell. Be sure to sniff the chosen fabric - the roll should under no circumstances smell of acetone. Another dangerous signal is if the top layer is oily to the touch. The right vinyl should be dry, such as textured vinyl.
When planning a renovation, many people ask themselves one more question: is it better to choose non-woven or vinyl wallpaper for the interior? Each of these varieties has its own advantages: vinyl is very durable, has a wide selection of colors and patterns, and is easy to clean. But non-woven fabric is also durable, allows walls to breathe, and is used for painting - up to 12 layers of paint can be applied to the surface covered with it. Non-woven wallpaper is also very easy to glue: the solution only needs to be applied to the wall, no air bubbles will form under the lightweight canvas. After drying, wallpaper does not change shape, so it is recommended for repairs in “freshly rebuilt” houses, which usually shrink. The choice of whether to purchase vinyl or non-woven wallpaper for renovation also depends on the type of room. Non-woven fabric does not tolerate moisture well, so in the bathroom or kitchen preference should be given to smooth vinyl.
Vinyl wallpaper is huge selection coatings for walls of different structures, colors and even composition. Buying the perfect decoration for each room in your home will not be difficult, you just need to carefully study the features of each type of vinyl sheet and choose the right one.
