How to choose non-woven wallpaper for painting? Vinyl wallpaper for painting

July 23, 2017
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Is it possible to paint vinyl wallpaper, and how to achieve a high-quality result? Previously, I was often interested in this question, but now, having experience and knowledge, I myself will answer it. I am sure that this information will help beginners to quickly update the interior of their homes.

About painting vinyl wallpaper

Can be dyed or not

I must say right away that there are special vinyl wallpapers for sale for painting, i. the question of painting this material, in principle, disappears by itself. But, is it possible to paint the wallpaper not for painting? It all depends on what type of vinyl wallpaper is pasted on the wall.

As you know, this finishing material is of two types:

paper based. It is not advisable to paint such canvases, since there is a risk of moisture penetrating under the top vinyl layer, which will lead to their pasting from the wall. True, some paper-based wallpapers successfully endure this operation, but, in any case, you will have to make a decision at your own peril and risk;

On a non-woven basis. These canvases are more resistant to moisture, so there is no risk of them peeling off. However, some problems may arise during the painting process - uneven coloring as a result of the porous structure of the foamed vinyl, as well as the color of the wallpaper. How to solve them I will tell below.

From this we can conclude that it is better to immediately purchase trellises for painting if you plan to repaint the walls over time.

For frequent repainting of walls, it is better to purchase glass wallpaper for painting. High-quality models of these canvases can withstand up to 20 repaints. At the same time, their service life can reach 50 years.

What paint to choose

For painting vinyl wallpaper, you should use water-dispersion paint. The fact is that this paint and varnish material has good adhesion. In addition, it has several other important advantages:

Lack of smell. This is due to the fact that there are no organic solvents in the composition - water is used instead;
Environmental friendliness. After painting the walls, it is absolutely not necessary to leave the house, as is the case with the use of oil paint;
Drying speed. This indicator depends on the time it takes for water to evaporate from the surface of the walls, i.e. on average, the paint dries within a few hours;

Possibility of tinting. Thanks to this, you can give the walls any color or shade. The only thing is to choose the right color (combination of colors) and its proportions;
Durability. High-quality water-dispersion paints do not crack and do not lose color, as a result of which they can last more than 10 years.

I must say that there are several types of water-dispersion paints on sale:

Acrylic;
latex;
Silicone etc.

This usually confuses beginners and makes it difficult to choose. In reality, it does not matter at all what type of polymer the paint contains. The main thing when choosing to pay attention to the following characteristics:

Gloss degree. The coating can be matte, semi-gloss, less often - glossy;

The level of moisture resistance and abrasion. Conventionally, paints can be divided according to this indicator into three types - non-moisture resistant, moisture resistant and waterproof. If the former do not withstand the impact of the vaga at all, then the latter can be subjected to careful wet cleaning. Waterproof ones withstand direct contact with water and even detergents.

The choice of moisture resistance depends on the room in which you want to paint the wallpaper. For example, even non-moisture resistant paint can be used in the bedroom. For the kitchen or children's room, it is more advisable to use a waterproof coating.

Another important point is the quality of the paint, which depends solely on the manufacturer. Below are paints and varnishes from some manufacturers that have proven themselves well:

Prices are current in the summer of 2017.

Painting technology

Painting vinyl wallpaper includes several basic steps:

The work instructions look like this:

Illustrations	Description of actions
	Tools and materials: paint roller. If the wallpaper has a deep relief, you should use a roller with medium or even long pile for painting; Roller container. You can purchase a special pallet or use any flat container; paint brush. It must be of high quality so that the pile does not crawl out of it; Primer. If you have paintable vinyl wallpaper, you can use a clear universal acrylic primer. If the wallpaper is ordinary, which have a color, it is better to treat them with pigmented primer. It will not only improve the adhesion of paint to the base, but also paint over the canvases with white. Color. It will be needed to give the paint a certain color, if it is originally white.
	Surface preparation: Wallpaper must be cleaned of any possible contamination. To do this, they must be wiped with a damp sponge, you can even use soapy water; Then the surface must be allowed to dry, after which it can be treated with a primer. If you are painting foamed vinyl, it is advisable to cover the surface with primer several times to close all the pores. Let me remind you that the primer is applied in thin, even layers, with obligatory interlayer drying. Under normal conditions, the primer dries in one and a half to two hours.
	Paint preparation: Before use, any water-dispersion paint must be shaken thoroughly; If the paint is too thick, add a small amount of water to it and mix; If the paint is white, to give it a certain color, add color to it. To determine the amount of color, first mix it with a small amount of paint. Then, in the proportions taught, add color to the main volume of the paintwork material.
	Painting: Pour the paint into a flat roller container; Dip the roller into the container and squeeze lightly; Roll out a roller on the surface of the walls with your own hands; In hard-to-reach places, use a brush; Wait for the wallpaper to dry, then apply a second coat of coating.

Beginners are often interested in whether to glue wallpaper on paint? If the paint is waterproof and does not peel off, then in principle it can be glued. But, it is better not to spare the time, and prepare the surface as expected.

Here, in fact, are all the main nuances of painting vinyl wallpaper.

Conclusion

Now you know whether vinyl wallpaper can be painted and how to do it correctly. But before you get started, I also recommend watching the video in this article. And if you did not find the answer to the question on the topic voiced - ask it in the comments, and I will be happy to answer you.

July 23, 2017

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How to paint non-woven wallpaper? Non-woven wallpaper is not a very cheap finishing material, but a number of undeniable advantages make it quite popular. In addition, special non-woven wallpaper is produced that can be painted and wallpaper with a pattern. They can also be painted, but in this case there are subtleties.

The article will tell you what paint to paint non-woven wallpaper and how to do it right.

Features and types of non-woven wallpaper

Interlining is a natural non-woven material made on the basis of cellulose, and a polymer is taken to fasten its fibers. Non-woven wallpaper is an improved version of paper.

Their advantages:

They can "breathe".
Environmentally friendly.
Durable.
Do not get wet from moisture.
Not subject to mechanical damage.

Such wallpapers can be of two types:

Fully non-woven. They consist of two layers of interlining:

lower - main;
upper - with a relief pattern.

Materials are made for painting. In this case, the canvases have a white or soft pastel tone:

beige;
blue;
cream;
light green.

Under not painting material has color drawings.

Wallpaper made on a non-woven basis. In this case, a top layer made of a different material is applied to the substrate. It can be:

foamed polyvinyl chloride, then the canvases are called vinyl;
textile wallpaper with non-woven base.

The use of wallpaper for painting allows you to create a practical and beautiful interior. The practicality lies in the fact that you can paint the wallpaper a large number of times, changing the color and hiding the dirt and coating defects that have appeared.

Family choice of wall color in the living room

There are a variety of wallpaper canvases on which you need to apply paint and varnish material: paper, vinyl, glass. In this case, we will talk about non-woven vinyl wallpaper, created for painting.

General methodology

To create a good interior using paintable vinyl wallpaper, the first step is to go to a hardware store. Here we will face the first choice, to buy paper-based vinyl wallpaper or non-woven wallpaper.

Practice shows that wide, meter-long non-woven vinyl canvases are easier to glue and stick to the wall better than wallpaper with a paper base. Therefore, to simplify the work of gluing, it is better to purchase wallpaper with a non-woven base.

The wallpaper has some relief, which will be visible after painting, it will add color to the walls, and will disappear only after repeated painting. With this in mind, choose an interesting and attractive ornament.

Unpretentious relief of wallpaper

Additionally, do not forget to purchase a tool for working with paint, brushes, rollers, trays, masking tape and, of course, water-based or acrylic paint itself.

Now you are fully armed, and the rest of the actions are clear and understandable for you:

it is necessary to prepare the walls for wallpapering, tear off old canvases, carefully prime the surface;
make a neat gluing of wallpaper for painting on the walls,;
at the end of the work, evenly paint the walls in one color, or use interesting combinations.

Although the list of works looks modest, in fact it is a laborious and lengthy process. After all, before, you need to wait until they dry.

By the way, you can apply an arbitrary pattern to the wallpaper with a brush and paints. Draw a beautiful landscape or portrait. But if you doubt your talents as an artist, try decorating the wall first in the corner, and only then move on to noticeable places.

Drawing an arbitrary pattern on the wallpaper

Painting

By the way, you can apply paint on the pasted wallpaper on the wall, or you can paint the inside of them before sticking to emphasize the relief of the canvas.

The easiest and most understandable way to apply paint on wallpaper. After gluing, you simply paint the wallpaper, but do it carefully and calmly. Carefully paint over the relief of the wallpaper.

Use for work fur roller

The second way is somewhat more difficult. We need to paint the inside of the wallpaper with paint, and then, after drying, stick it on the wall. The paint will adhere better to the non-woven base than to the vinyl decorative side, so you can quickly paint the canvases. The main thing here is to wait for the paint to dry completely before sticking the wallpaper on the wall.

W Note that with the second method of painting, the finished version of the walls will be somewhat lighter than the painted canvases, so it is necessary to make the color more saturated.

However, if the result of the work did not suit you, you can always paint the vinyl wallpaper again on top.

It is best to paint the walls right away, without being distracted or stopping, then you are guaranteed that they will be the same color. In addition, the paint will not thicken with constant work and will easily lie on the wall.

Clearly, the painting of the wall was a success.

Use masking tape to create even margins and protect other items from paint materials. It leaves no residue behind and is easy to stick and peel off.

The wallpaper painting technology is understandable, we take a roller and paint, but the selection of paints is a more difficult task, and we would like to talk about this process in more detail.

Paints

In fact, there are not as many types of paints as it might seem at first glance, just a huge number of suppliers offer similar options.

Classic selection of colors in a large store

First of all, it is worth saying that oil and alkyd paints are not suitable for us. Firstly, they are too thick and heavy, secondly, they are harmful, and thirdly, they do not have a wide choice of colors.

Alkyd universal paints (enamels) for interior and exterior use are marked PF-115.

Water-based and acrylic paints are suitable for us, because they are odorless, and we can make any color ourselves with the help of a color scheme.

Water-based paints are based on water. Usually in the store there are several varieties of such a paint and varnish material, for example:

for ceilings - the paint slightly grinds after drying;
moisture resistant or washable - used in the kitchen and in the bathroom, such paints are not washed off with water;
interior - simple white paints for painting walls or wallpaper.

If it seems to you that the paint is too thick, it can be slightly diluted with water, but not more than 5% of the total mass. Although in the experience of the masters this happens extremely rarely.

Good Russian paint made using Finnish technology

It is worth noting that water-based paints have a matte color and are not glossy. If you need a glossy sheen, then you should choose acrylic paints.

Acrylic paints are odorless and dry very quickly. Their cost is an order of magnitude higher than water-based ones, but this order is proportional to the quality. There are special acrylic paints designed for painting walls in a children's room.

Regular acrylic paint for indoor use

With such paints, you can perfectly paint non-woven vinyl wallpaper. However, if you use a water-based emulsion composition, you will have to paint the wall in a couple of layers.

After carrying out all the procedures, your walls will acquire a neat appearance. Modern paint does not fade in the sun, so it can take a long time before the next painting.

The use of wallpaper for painting requires a certain patience and accuracy, since you need not only to paste the wallpaper on the wall, but also to paint it afterwards, and do everything carefully. Our compatriots do not particularly like such difficulties, so most often they buy ready-made wallpapers. Indeed, the easiest way is to glue once and forget about repairs for a long time.

During a full-fledged repair, one cannot do without finishing the walls in residential premises, including walls. And for a sophisticated design, one of the best options is plain wallpaper that can emphasize more important elements of the interior. Therefore, non-woven wallpaper for painting is increasingly leading among building materials with a textured surface. And as the main background, their base is great for repeated repainting. Fibre-based wallpaper is much easier to hang on the wall because it doesn't need to be pre-treated with glue. It is possible to evaluate their advantages over other finishing materials only in the process of application and long-term operation.

How do non-woven wallpaper for painting look and what do they consist of?

Interlining refers to inexpensive natural materials as a base for painting. They are elastic and hypoallergenic, have a porous structure, due to which the material “breathes”, that is, it perceives temperature changes and an increase in humidity well. It is like a fabric produced on the basis of another technology - non-woven. They look like a thin pressed layer of cellulose wool, rolled out in several layers, where the outer one has an interesting textured pattern. For example, non-woven wallpaper for painting, photo:

Due to their unique properties, textured and smooth non-woven wallpaper for painting are leaders in the building materials market. They have a more natural, eco-friendly look than vinyl, and easily tolerate small expansions - they are able to stretch a little. And this is an indispensable quality when covering the base, which can gradually soak and dry out, crack or even mix during shrinkage. No other material can hide microcracks and defects in the articulation of wood with drywall or brickwork. Therefore, they are used where construction needs to be completed quickly, without waiting for the house to completely shrink.

Non-woven wallpaper is produced on the basis of non-woven fabric familiar to many dressmakers, which is used as a working material for strengthening from the inside - the sides of jackets, pockets, fur seams, etc. For painting in construction, this base is produced in rolls, like any other wallpaper. Often vinyl or polymer is applied to them from the front side. On sale, white non-woven wallpaper for painting or yellowish, cheaper and more transparent are most often offered. This makes it possible to paint them in any color, including spraying white enamel.

Interlining - a monophonic fibrous base, which is applied to the prepared surface. And although advertising says that they hide wall defects, in reality this is not entirely true. Any base for painting can hide only minor errors, but the walls must be carefully plastered or otherwise prepared for their application. On the walls below them there should not be areas of different colors or textures, as this will be immediately noticeable, even after painting. The base affects the final result when painting the walls, so the shade of smooth non-woven wallpaper for painting should be close to the expected color of the walls.

Attention: This is a fairly transparent base, so if there was any decor or pattern on the wall, it must be painted over! All bulges and dents must be removed as for any other wallpaper. It is also imperative to remove old wallpaper and knock down tiles before plastering.

Fully non-woven or vinyl-coated - it is fundamentally important only when choosing paint and glue. During wallpapering, they do not need to be moistened and impregnated with glue, since they do not need to be soaked. This is very useful when working with a large area, for example, on walls spanning several floors near stairs. It is enough to smear the wall with glue and mark the vertical with a plumb line in order to apply the cut off part of the roll onto the prepared base.

The main pros and cons of non-woven wallpaper

Non-woven wallpapers enjoy well-deserved success not only among interior designers, but also among ordinary consumers, due to a number of properties:

wall decoration technology is extremely simple;
there is no need to apply glue to the cloth, only the wall is smeared;
the textured base does not require scrupulous adjustment according to the "drawing";
small dirt can always be painted over;
with a lack of finances during the repair, they can be left after gluing until the next stage - staining;
suitable for indoor premises of any size and number of storeys;
do not stretch, shrink or sag when applied;
do not support combustion and do not emit toxic fumes in the event of a fire;
retain high strength after several repaints;
if necessary, the panels can be glued horizontally or at an angle, for example, under the stairs;
high noise absorption, especially with a noticeable relief, which is especially appreciated by musicians and music lovers;
repairs are relatively economical, especially with secondary staining;
the ability to often change the look of the interior;
hide small cracks and other flaws in the surface of the walls;
not afraid of shrinkage, due to plasticity;
natural hypoallergenic material based on cellulose fibers with binding additives, which is why it is recommended for bedrooms and children's rooms.

Among the minuses can be noted:

large specific gravity - large canvases have to be glued together with an assistant;
you need to carefully level the wallpaper on the wall, there should be little glue, and the glue that has come out on the panels is immediately wiped off so that it is as small as possible on the front side, from where it is difficult to remove it;
finely porous unexpressed texture after 2-3 painting loses its properties, especially when using heavy oily paints.

How to choose non-woven wallpaper for painting?

For painting, not only non-woven wallpaper is used, but also fiberglass rolls, which have other technical parameters. Therefore, all these points need to be clarified when buying, especially from online catalogs. The instructions should indicate how to glue non-woven wallpaper for painting and what kind of glue. Most often, a special adhesive composition and water-soluble paints (emulsions) or enamels for vinyl with the addition of pigment are used. The paint should be slightly darker than the translucent base (painting interlining).

Attention: Before buying, check the packaging in order to calculate the consumption. Paintable wallpapers such as Sintra, Marburg, Rasch are sold in boxes, and Practic in rolls.

When buying glue, you need to focus on the recommendations indicated in the instructions for the wallpaper. If it was not possible to find a suitable composition in a hardware store, use universal wallpaper glue, which is usually diluted with warm water.

Today, at least 150 varieties of wallpaper for painting from different manufacturers are known. When choosing painting interlining or wallpaper for painting, you should pay attention to:

length and width of rolls;
texture drawing;
composition (with or without vinyl);
shade options.

Attention: In some catalogs there is a special option for matching the color and the recommended pigment. Computer tinting makes it possible to most accurately match the shade of painting and the base in automatic mode.

Among the manufacturers of the highest quality wallpaper for painting are:

German companies Marburg, A.S. Creation and Rasch Textile;
British Cole
French Casamance;

Some collections demonstrate a new design approach, innovative textures and protective coatings, a 3D effect for extravagant interiors. There are also "anti-vandal" offers of increased durability and with a coating of "anti-marker" that protects against children's "arts". And ERFURT produces wallpapers without a vinyl layer and without chemical components, and although they are less spectacular, they are in the lead in terms of environmental friendliness.

Cutting wallpaper

All cutting work is carried out on a clean floor, free from foreign objects, where it is convenient to roll out rolls. The reference length is measured by a plumb line in the center of the wall, since slight errors in the corners are possible. The resulting value is measured on the first roll with a margin so that it is possible to trim at the baseboard.

Wallpaper for painting without a textured pattern does not require the selection of pattern rapport, which is required in a pronounced patterned base. The reference segment is not glued - the rest of the panels are measured on it so that there is no error. Then it can be used at the end of the work. At the same time, the direction of the pattern is observed - top and bottom, if it is expressed.

Wall and ceiling surface preparation

Any wallpapering specialist will confirm that the final result and the overall impression depend on the quality of the prepared surface. In order not to have to redo the work, tighten lagging corners or remove entire canvases, it is worth carefully leveling and plastering the walls.

Whitewash should be washed off as much as possible, since lime does not hold interlining. It is important to strengthen any unstable base, and remove dust and dirt. It would not hurt to re-putty the walls to level out all the cracks, nail marks and seams at the joints of the drywall. When the layer dries, it is sanded with sandpaper in a circular motion, then it is worth applying a primer.

Old wallpaper and peeling paint are removed with a spatula, paper sheets are moistened with warm water and removed after soaking. Not everyone knows how to remove old non-woven wallpaper from the wall, especially if the vinyl layer with painting is damaged on them. They can be removed even when dry, by prying the edges with a spatula, after which you need to carefully pull them towards you.

Attention: The wallpaper falls off with a characteristic crunch, but this should not be taught to children so that they do not experiment in your absence!

Smoothly painted walls, after washing with a neutral soapy composition, are also treated with sandpaper to make it rough. It's easier to apply non-woven wallpaper for painting on the wall, video at the end of the article.

The use of non-woven wallpaper for painting in the interior

Visually, this finishing material is 10-meter or 25-meter rolls of the usual width for wallpaper, about 1m and 0.53. The catalogs have all sorts of textured patterns and a completely smooth base for painting. But they have their own varieties:

* non-woven vinyl wallpaper for painting in the form of a dense canvas, where foamed vinyl is sprayed using a special technology;

* entirely fibrous non-woven wallpaper, which are less common and differ in price.

When decorating large areas, designers often deal with the desire of the clientele to avoid colorful and repetitive options. And wallpaper on a non-woven base for painting of different textures just makes it possible to safely combine different textures in a single-color wall design. This is an indispensable property for noble and sophisticated interiors of different styles:

classic;
modern;
minimalism;
ecostyle;
historical styles.

Attention: The low cost of this basis of domestic production or expensive imported products - it does not matter, all varieties are durable. They can be repainted several times, so these wallpapers are economical finishing materials. But if over time the surface vinyl crumbled and peeled off in fragments, then there is no point in re-painting the wallpaper!

Embossed tops of various textures can be selected from catalogs, and the best imported non-woven wallpaper for painting looks very impressive, especially in combination with some paints. They can be painted in the traditional way or create an original decor:

spray drawings or shadows with an aerosol;
give the appearance of "golden" coinage;
make striped wall painting;
apply a stencil drawing on smooth non-woven wallpaper for painting, etc.

Their other property is that you can make the walls neutral. This is the perfect backdrop for expensive accessories, leather upholstered furniture or a collection in glass display cases. Such walls are suitable for almost any style, while their naturalness and environmental friendliness are felt. But remember that a small texture looks lighter, and a large texture visually makes it heavier and better hides surface imperfections.

Another of their visual properties is to create a cozy homely atmosphere, as they look warm and welcoming. This is especially felt when painting in a warm friendly color:

lactic;
caramel;
peach;
pale olive;
orange;
pale pink.

However, their advantage is also in a compromise option - when family members cannot come to a consensus on a design decision. You can stick a non-woven base for painting in order to complete a certain stage of repair, and over time decide on the color of the walls. Or make light walls for a while, and then repaint them in a more saturated shade. The main thing is to immediately decide on the texture of the base, and then choose the paint for non-woven wallpaper for painting.

But this applies more to non-woven wallpaper with vinyl.

For people who prefer to frequently change the interior of their home, vinyl wallpaper for painting is the best fit. Their surface can be repainted several times, you just need to choose the right paint color. Such wallpapers will be the best option for children who show creativity on the walls of the apartment.

Ordinary paper wallpapers, even two-layer ones, may not withstand even one painting. But non-woven or vinyl products will not only withstand, but also, figuratively speaking, they will say thank you. Such wallpapers have a two-layer structure. The bottom layer is the base, which can be made of thick paper or non-woven fabric. The top layer is a protective coating made of polyvinyl chloride, or simply speaking, PVC. Vinyl wallpapers can be divided into three types: kitchen, foamed (volumetric) and flat.

Kitchen wallpapers are produced with a good thickness and smooth texture, so they are easy to clean from dirt. Foamed ones are indispensable on uneven surfaces, as they perfectly hide all the flaws of the walls. True, the soft structure of the material is quite susceptible to mechanical damage. P painting such a surface will not only change the appearance of the wallpaper, but also create additional protection for the foamed PVC.

Well, flat wallpapers (satin, silk-screen printing) are made with a much smaller thickness than the previous types of finishing material, but they are distinguished by an exquisite design, which is good in itself. Painting flat-type vinyl wallpaper simply does not make sense, since a layer of paint will hide the subtle weaves of patterns, although it is quite possible.

It may seem that we are talking about completely different wall coverings, but they all have the same quality characteristics:

Good density and elasticity of the material. Therefore, they are very difficult to tear during gluing and during operation.
Moisture resistance - the coating can be wiped with a damp sponge and even treated with special detergents.
Non-susceptibility to ultraviolet rays - able to maintain their original appearance for a long time.
Excellent resistance to mechanical damage.
Large selection of textures and amazing design. The material can imitate the surface of wood, suede, ceramics and even plaster.

Along with numerous advantages, vinyl ones have one significant drawback - they do not allow air to pass through. It is due to the airtightness of this finishing material that mold can form under the coating. Therefore, experts recommend either using antibacterial glue, or generally refraining from gluing such a coating in the bedroom and children's room.

First you need to pick up the finishing material and prepare all the necessary tools. Embossed vinyl wallpapers in white or pastel colors are best suited. You will also need an adhesive that prevents the reproduction of microorganisms, paint, a roller, a brush and a plastic film that will cover the floor.

The cut strips of finishing material are glued to the wall surface in accordance with the instructions, after which the wallpaper must be allowed to dry - usually at least a day. Before direct painting, the surface is cleaned of dust and degreased.

When wondering how to paint vinyl wallpaper, do not worry - it is not difficult to find a suitable composition. A good "water emulsion" can also be suitable for painting. The beauty of this paint is the ability to create a matte surface on which handprints are practically not traced, which is especially true if there are children in the house.

Latex or acrylic based vinyl wallpaper paint for a stunning glossy effect. In addition, it dries quickly enough - within 5 hours. But the final result can be admired in three days, when the coating acquires shine and color saturation. To maintain the gloss in its original form, you will have to wipe the surface every now and then, because even the slightest spots will be very noticeable on the shiny wallpaper.

There are four ways to paint vinyl wallpaper. The traditional way is to paint the coating on the front side after gluing. This is the simplest method and should not cause any difficulties. If new wallpapers are painted, they are usually painted twice. The interval between the application of the first and second layers is one hour. The second option is to paint the material from the inside before sticking it to the wall. The “trick” is that non-woven wallpaper has different characteristics of the wrong side and the front side - the wrong side absorbs moisture and color better, so that the desired shade will appear on the front side. In this case, the canvases should be glued only after the paint has completely dried. The paint is applied with a roller or brush.

Relatively time-consuming, but effective is the method of painting, based on the different properties of the non-woven base and PVC. If the interlining quickly absorbs the paint, then on the PVC foam layer it will dry for a long time, so you can easily gently wipe it off with a sponge or a piece of cloth. Thanks to this, you can highlight individual details or entire patterns, make them lighter. The work is very difficult, you can’t do without assistants, but it’s worth it.

The next method is an even more complicated variation of the previous one. In addition to the fact that the details of the patterns are cleaned of paint, they are also painted in a different color. The main thing in this matter is to choose colors that are in harmony with each other so that bright patterns look good on the background shade.

How to paint vinyl wallpaper - painting features

It is believed that vinyl wallpapers can withstand up to 10 paints, but in fact they have a pleasant appearance only in the first five. The subsequent color change simply affects the clarity of the pattern on the wallpaper. Whether the wall covering will be washable depends on the composition of the paint, so pay attention when buying not only a beautiful shade, but also the ability to wash the walls after painting.

By the way, wallpapers made specifically for painting are much cheaper. Of course, the cost of painting materials, brushes and rollers will be no less than the amount of savings, but you will still get undoubted benefits - the opportunity to experiment! wallpapering and for their further painting.

High-quality wallpaper that can be painted is produced by many foreign manufacturers. Germany, France, Finland, Belgium, Sweden - the best materials are produced in these countries. The calculation of the required number of rolls is no different from the calculation of ordinary wallpaper. Please note that textured wallcoverings can come in somewhat unfamiliar formats - longer rolls, and wider strips.

This format almost completely eliminates the appearance of scraps, and also significantly reduces the number of joints. True, gluing wide sheets without outside help will not be easy. If two people are enough to stick ordinary wallpaper, then in the case of a wide material for painting, you will need another pair of hands.