There are so many wallpaper choices out there that the
excuse “I don’t want my home to look like a grandmothers” is no longer valid
when choosing not to explore wallpaper.
Design Studio 2010 has thrown together a little cheat sheet for anyone
looking to venture into the world of wallpaper.
Non-traditional floral:
I love floral wallpaper, but the not type you’re probably thinking
of. While traditional wallpaper is often
floral with an abundance of color, I prefer a more modern take on it. Look for abstracted patterns with 3-5 main
colors, preferably all similar color tones (black and white do not apply) to
keep a clean and modern look. This
master bedroom has an abstracted carnation in gold over an orange background,
keeping the bedroom updated and modern with a nod to traditional patterns.
Geometric: These are
always a great choice, but keep a few simple rules in mind. If the pattern is more angular then it can be
larger, busier, and more complex, because the hard edges inherently make the
pattern more modern. But if softer
scrolls and sweeps are more your style, stick to simpler pattern to keep the
wallpaper it modern.
Stripes: Always a
timeless classic, though I suggest not papering the entire room in stripes. Do an accent wall or add a wainscot at the
bottom to break it up! We love all stripes,
tone on tone, single color on white, or multicolor.
Grass cloths: Definitely
the new hit wallpaper, a few gentle reminders.
Grass cloths can get really expensive really quickly, but a lot of the
time, there is a more economical option.
Grass cloths may need to be shopped a bit more than other wallpaper to
meet your price point. Also no matter
how expensive your grass cloth is, you will be able to see the seams; it’s just
the nature of the product. However, if
you choose a grass cloth with a tighter weave, it will be less prominent but
still noticeable. Finally, because
grass cloths are comprised of natural materials, they will fade faster than
other wallpapers with sun exposure; consider putting them in an interior
bathroom, or a north facing room if this is a major concern.
Scenes: We have all
seen twall wallpapers and you either love them or hate them. If you are someone who loves them, go for
it. We suggest using a single color
twall to keep the design fresh and timeless.
Try using a bright fun color; with a more traditional design the color
can be more daring.
Tiles: Another new hot
trend in wallpaper. Often tiles are out
of capiz shell or wood veneers adhered to thin foam padding and have about a
sixteenth of an inch in depth. These are
a great alternative to a faux finish and help give warmth and texture to a
space. Don’t necessarily shy away from
tiles because of budget restrictions, a single accent wall (like a vanity wall)
makes a huge impact on the space.
Beaded and Velvet:
These have been out for a few years, but are still relatively new. Beaded and velvet papers give richness to the
space by added additional layer of depth and texture to walls. We love textured papers for dining rooms,
bedrooms, bathrooms, and even nurseries!
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