Different Types of Wallpaper Explained
Wallpaper beautifies our homes at an affordable cost, they are pleasant and easy to use. Use them in your living room, bedroom or bathroom.
Different Types of wallpaper are available worldwide, and they come in different designs, colors, textures and patterns. In this publication we will explore different types of wallpaper, price range and local markets.
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Things to consider before buying wallpaper
Things to consider before buying wallpaper are the design, type of paper if self adhesive or if it requires wallpaper glue. Other considerations are material of the paper, color and size of the wall you want to cover.
Types of wallpaper
There are different types of wallpaper in the market. Some are flocking, non woven fabric, non woven wallpaper, polyester, damask, brown vinyl wallpaper, foil wallpaper, pill and stick.
Others are natural bamboo wallpaper, Vinyl Grass Cloth Wallpaper, Hand Screened Wallpaper, Self Adhesive Wallpaper, removable, mural, drop match, Mylar, moisture resistant, and printed wallpaper.
Types
- flocking
- non woven fabric
- non woven wallpaper
- polyester
- damask
- brown vinyl wallpaper
- foil wallpaper
- pill and stick
- natural bamboo wallpaper
- vinyl Grass Cloth Wallpaper
- Hand Screened Wallpaper
- Self Adhesive Wallpaper
- Removable
- Mural
- Drop match
- Mylar
- Moisture resistant
- Printed wallpaper
Types of wallpaper available in the Market
Flocking is either vinyl or printed paper while non woven offers a sophisticated look to your living room. Pill & stick does not require glue because you simply pill and stick on your wall. In the case of Cork wallpaper they are made from natural things like grass or leaves.
Wallpaper price
Wallpaper price depends on the material, or design, they are sold per roll
wallpaper types
1.
5d wallpapers
2
Bamboo wallpapers
3
Regular wallpaper
4
Vinyl wallpaper
5
3d Flock wallpaper
6
Foil wallpapers
7
Liner wallpapers:
8
3d Flock wallpaper
9
Mylar wallpapers:
10
Popular types of wallpaper
White Pe Foam 3d Self Adhesive Wallpaper Sticker – Extra Large
Brown And Grey Bricks Wallpaper
Water & Oil-proof Pvc Self Adhesive Wallpaper
Geometric 3D Wallpaper – Black & White – 5 Sqm
Vinyl Design Wallpaper
Where to buy them
Places to buy wall paper are Wallpaper Pavilion, 3D Panel Nigeria, Orbit, Wallpaper Mart, Decor City Nigeria, DeArtsy Interiors.
Where to buy the paper
Wallpaper Pavilion
3D Panel Nigeria
Orbit
Wallpaper Mart
Decor City Nigeria
DeArtsy Interiors
Wallpaper Adhesive
To stick wallpaper on your wall you need adhesive glue. Wallpaper adhesive are specially formulated for the job. Five most common wallpaper adhesive are ready to use paste, paste the wall adhesive, heavy duty adhesive, all purpose paste.
It is important to choose the right one based on the type of wallpaper you buy. If you choose the wrong one it can spoil the paper.
Types of wallpaper adhesive
- ready to use paste
- paste the wall adhesive
- heavy duty adhesive
- all purpose paste
- cold water paste
Types of adhesive
All purpose paste and heavy duty paste
All purpose paste is perfect for any type of wallpaper, it comes in ready mix or powder. Heavy duty paste is vinyl based instead of water based, they are perfect for thick wallpaper and are stronger and long lasting.
Cold water paste
The most common type of adhesive is the cold water paste, it comes in powder form and you only have to mix with water to form a paste. When you mix the cold water paste make sure there are no lumps and the paste has a good consistency.
Ready to use paste
Ready to use paste is more expensive than those previously mentioned and come pre mixed. It is convenient has good consistency and easy to use.