Wallpaper Home Decorating
Using wallpaper to decorate your home gives you endless options for turning a plain room into a masterpiece. The patterns, colors and textures you choose can make a room formal or casual, feminine or masculine, romantic or modern. Remember that you have to live with this wallpaper everyday. A busy print on your kitchen wall might be obnoxious in a month, so choose wisely. Does this Spark an idea?
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Color
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Brightly colored wallpaper makes a statement, but it can be overkill in a big room. A punch of pink or bright green is a cheerful way to decorate the wall in a small space like a bathroom or walk-in closet.
Patterns
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Wallpaper with a big pattern works well on walls in big rooms, a dainty pattern in small rooms. Look at several wallpaper manufacturers to decide if you want a modern or a classic print. The options are limitless, from florals to stripes to bamboo-prints.
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Landscapes
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If you're going for a theme in a bedroom or a lesser-used room like a home gym, consider a giant landscape for one wall. A tropical beach or a snowy mountain range wall-covering will keep any room from looking dull.
Textures
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Wallpaper with a texture, like velvet, silk or linen, can add an element of luxury to your home. Use it in a dining room, formal living room or master bedroom.
Borders
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If you don't want the intensity of floor-to-ceiling wallpaper, consider just a border which is placed around the top of the wall or in the middle for a more interesting line. You can be creative with color and patterns without worrying about the wallpaper being too much for the room.
Mix and match
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Don't be afraid to mix wallpaper patterns. A thin stripe with a plaid or a polka-dot with a large floral design will work if you color-coordinate and keep the patterns different sizes.
Installation
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Wallpaper installation is a tricky process because of the need for patience and attention to detail. If you're up for the job, it's well worth it when you finish. But air bubbles and crooked lines will ruin the effect, so hire a professional if you're unsure of your ability.
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