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Thinking about using wallpaper to trans- form your walls from
drab to fab? You’re in good company. Wallpaper’s popu- larity is on the rise in both residential and commercial spaces and gaining an edge over paint.
Why? Experts believe this trend reflects a growing recognition of wallpaper’s unique benefits. It’s cost-ef- fective, protects the wall sur- face from accidental marks and scratches, and offers personalized self-expression at a reasonable price.
“We experienced con- sistent month-over-month wallpaper sales increases throughout 2021. We at- tribute this to consumers’ growing desire to custom- ize their spaces with designs that reflect their personal style and aesthetic prefer- ences, while retaining the
option to change things up as frequently as desired with removable wallpaper,” says Michael Jones, general man- ager, Spoonflower, a leading custom, print-on-demand wallpaper and home decor digital marketplace.
According to Jones, there are a few things to keep in mind when choosing the right wallpaper for your space. Here, he offers a few insights to help you get started:
TYPE
First, determine how long you’d like the wallpaper to remain on your walls. Some types of wallpaper are more suitable for long-term use and others are best for those who wish to change their de- signs with the seasons or on a whim. For this reason, Spoon- flower offers three types of wallpaper:
• Prepasted removable
smooth: Long-lasting, but ful- ly removable (and recyclable), this option is great for homes, rental spaces, accent walls or temporary art installations.
• Peel and stick remov- able woven: Removable and repositionable, this option won’t leave a residue be- hind. Whether you’re rent- ing or you love to stay on- trend, temporary wallpaper is a great alternative to tra- ditional wall coverings.
• Traditional pebble: This traditional wallpaper has a subtle leathered texture, matte finish, is paste-activat- ed and is highly durable. Not only is it PVC-free, it is also moisture resistant.
DESIGN
To take the guesswork out of wallpaper design selection, consider heading to a wallpa- per digital marketplace. In the case of Spoonflower, which
features over 1 million de- signs, the biggest challenge you’ll face is the enormity of selection. However, you can easily narrow down your choices by searching for de- signs based on category key- words, color or by styles, such as Mid-Century Modern, Cot- tagecore or Paisley. For those with a specific design already envisioned, the site even al-
lows you to upload your own design and have it custom printed on wallpaper.
Before committing, con- sider ordering two or three swatches so you can com- pare them in your own space and assess the best fit. This can help ensure your final de- sign selection is completely tailored to your preferences. To learn more and to get the
process started, visit spoon- flower.com.
Thanks to new wallpaper technology and an ever- growing library of designs available, making a custom- ized impact on the look and feel of your spaces has nev- er been easier.
This article is courtesy of StatePoint Media.
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