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Artichoke Thistle Wallpaper, Spring Greenby Barneby Gates
Transform the home with the Artichoke Thistle Wallpaper. A small-scale repeat of pretty artichoke flowers in spring green, this piece adds an elegant touch to a living room, office or bedroom. Barneby Gates is a British brand specialising in contemporary wallpaper, fabric and cushion designs.
Roll width: 52 cm
Roll length: 10 m
Match: straight
Pattern repeat: 17.5 cm
Paper weight: 150 gsm
Available in two coloursRead More
Grey Origami Geometric Wallpaper, Rollby Graham & Brown
Origami fuses a strong geometric design with a crisp palette for a bold and statement look. This digitally printed design creates the illusion of sculptured origami paper folds adding a 3-dimensional look to your walls for maximum impact.
Design: Illusion
Design Match: Straight
Design Repeat: 53cm
Application Instructions: Paste the Wall
Amount included in purchase: 1Read More
Rainbow Kitchen Utensils Wallpaper Mural, Woven Effect, 400x300 cmby Angowallpaper
On a crisp white background, this contemporary kitchen wallpaper features brightly coloured cutlery and serving utensils hanging by threads. Blending classic styles with contemporary colours and graphics, the wallpaper is an irresistibly fun style. The mural, featuring a textured, woven effect, measures 400 by 300 centimetres. Angowallpaper was established in Italy in 2012 with the mission of reinterpreting classic wallpaper. To them, every wall is a blank canvas to turn into a one-of-a-kind work of art.
Contemporary wallpaper
Six rolls measuring 60x300 cm and one roll measuring 40x300 cm
Additional photos show the texture and full wall effect, print and colour may differ
Printed with eco-solvent inks
B1 flame retardant.Read More
Dandelion Textures Wallpaper Mural, 400x310 cmby Artgeist
The Dandelion Textures Wallpaper Mural will make a superb addition to a contemporary décor style. This striking mural features a close-up photograph of this wild flower’s seeds, a fascinating image that will add interest to a modern space. The mural is printed on durable, scratch-resistant fleece and measures 400 by 310 centimetres. Artgeist was born from a passion for decorating and today the company offers more than 160,000 original designs.
Contemporary wallpaper mural
120 g/m² nonwoven wallpaper (fleece)
Durable, fade-resistant and water-resistant
Air and moisture permeability prevents mildew build-up behind the paper
Covers small imperfections in walls
Completely safe and natural product
Supplied in easy-to-hang strips and comes with installation instructions
Each strip measures 50 x 309 cm
Strips are applied to the wall with special glue
Glue not includedRead More
Crown One Leaf, Neutral Wallpaperby Brewster Home Fashions
One Leaf wallpaper offers a gentle, natural look embracing organic trends. It is an ideal way to introduce a touch of colour to your walls with its delicate skeleton leaf prints.
Made with FSC Sourced PaperRead More
Paisley Waves Wallpaper, Lilac, Shant Effect, 300x300 cmby Angowallpaper
Sinuous curves and floral silhouettes ripple across the Paisley Waves Wallpaper. Soft lilac and grey tones characterise the dynamic pattern, which enhances the visual appeal of any modern space. Easy to apply, the mural has a size of 300 by 300 centimetres and a woven shant effect surface. Founded in 2012, Italian brand Angowallpaper interprets every wall as a blank canvas to transform into a unique work of art.
Contemporary wallpaper
Washable material, B1 flame retardant
Printed with eco-solvent inks
Additional images show texture and full wall effect
Roll size: Comes in 5 rolls measuring 50x300 cmRead More
Plank Wallpaperby Woodchip & Magnolia
The Plank Wallpaper is inspired by the use of industrial materials in contemporary spaces. This wood-panel design features the natural grain of wood and a matte white finish. A stunning backdrop for your living area or dining room, the wallpaper can be hung horizontally or vertically. Combining traditional craftsmanship with digital technology, family-run business Woodchip and Magnolia creates unique wallcoverings, manufactured in-house in Lancashire, England.
Non-woven paper
Roll size: 52 x 1000 cm
Repeat: 410 cm
Pattern repeat: Free match
Application method: Paste the wall
Made in EnglandRead More
Garden of Earthly Delights Wallpaper Mural by Barry Spenceby Woodchip & Magnolia
The Garden of Earthly Delights Wallpaper Mural is a hand-painted masterpiece by artist Barry Spence. Abstract and organic, the artwork is created using an experimental technique of manipulating paint on canvas. Printed on non-woven paper, this stunning mural adds a touch of serenity and colour to a contemporary interior. Combining traditional craftsmanship with digital technology, family-run business Woodchip and Magnolia creates unique wallcoverings, manufactured in-house in Lancashire, England.
Non-woven paper
Application method: Paste the wall
Hang panels from left to right, starting with panel 1
Made in EnglandRead More
Book Shelves Non-Woven Wallpaperby Mind The Gap
The Book Shelves Non-Woven Wallpaper features a detail rich reproduction of an antique bookshelf. Sustainably produced, the wallpaper uses eco-friendly ink and will add an old-school charm to any space. Mind The Gap is dedicated to providing sustainably produced, one-of-a-kind wallpapers that are curated for the contemporary home.
Non-woven
Odourless eco-friendly ink
FSC grade wallpaper
Roll size: 3 x (52 x 300 cm)
Repeat: 65 cm
Drop match
One box covers up to 4.65 square metres
Produced from sustainably managed forests
Complies with Nordic Swan Environmental Standard
Made in TransylvaniaRead More
"Drip the Scales" Wallpaper, Light Greyby FEATHR
Combining influences from Tokyo's Takeshita Street, the Memphis Group and Miami Beach's Art Deco buildings, the "Drip the Scales" Wallpaper is unique and contemporary. Interesting grey tones complete the modern look of this non-woven wallcovering. For easy hanging, paste is applied directly to the wall and soaking is not required. With the aim of bringing art into the home, Feathr sources, curates and commissions modern designs for environmentally friendly wallpaper, fabrics and soft furnishings.
Non-woven paper: 150 g/m²
Repeat length: 50 cm
Pattern match: straight
Paste-the-wall application
No soaking required
Dry strippable where permitted by the wall substrate
Digitally printed with certified environmentally friendly inks
Fibres from sustainably managed forests without glass or PVC
Manufactured in the European UnionRead More
"Skyward Corridor" Wallpaper, 140x200 Cmby Artgeist
Give your dining room or guest bedroom an open-air feel with the 140-by-200-centimetre “Skyward Corridor” Wallpaper mural. This high-resolution, digital print features a stunning trompe-l’oeil design in vibrant colours. Water-resistant and scratch-resistant, this durable fleece wallpaper comes in four 50-centimetre-wide strips for easy installation. Equipped with a talented team of creatives and a gallery of over 3,000 original motifs, Artgeist offers an extensive range of paintings, digital prints and interior design accessories.
Non-woven fleece wallpaper
Water-resistant
Scratch-resistant
Eco-friendly
Apply glue directly to wall
Installation instructions included
Set of four strips
Roll size: 50 x 140 cm
No repeatRead More
Composition of Triangles Wallpaperby ColorayDecor
The Composition of Triangles Wallpaper features a stunning array of watercolour triangles that beautifully display a colour scheme of black, green and white. With a peel and stick adhesive surface, the wallpaper applies to the wall easily and can even be removed and relocated. The modern look of this paper will complement the walls of a bedroom or bathroom. Using eco-friendly printing techniques, LoveColoray creates beautiful wallpaper that is not only imaginative but also extremely easy to handle.
Scandinavian-style wallpaper
Watercolour triangle design
Easy peel and stick adhesive surface
Humidity resistance allows for placement in bathrooms and kitchens
Can be removed and reapplied
Roll size: 60 x 275 cm
Repeat: 60 cm
Straight across matchRead More
Marco Wallpaper, Greyby Coordonné
Add artistic geometry to your walls with the Marco Wallpaper. It features overlapping geometric designs on a grey background. This wallpaper is both fade and flame-resistant, features "paste the wall" technology for easy installation and is non-woven for easy maintenance and removal. Barcelona-based Cordonné is a family-owned design company that strives to bring your walls to life with their dynamic and innovative wallpaper creations.
Artistic wallpaper
Easy to clean
Fade-resistant
Paste the wall technology
Non-woven
Designed in Barcelona
Straight match
Repetition every 64 cmRead More
Superfresco Easy Rose Gold Milan Geometric Wallpaper, Rollby Graham & Brown
Create the perfect pair with our best-selling Milan texture wallpaper by juxtaposing with this truly trendy geometric design. Be bold and dress on all four walls, or pair with it’s coordinating Milan texture partner for a truly considered finish.
Superfresco Easy Rose Gold Milan Geometric Wallpaper
Design: Geometric Wallpaper
Design Match: Straight
Design Repeat: 64cm
Application Instructions: Paste the Wall
Amount included in purchase: 1Read More
Rose Gold Sashiko Rose Gold Geometric Wallpaper, Rollby Graham & Brown
Marrying an earthy, textured grey backdrop with rose gold metallic geometric detailing creates the beautiful Sashiko Rose Gold. A Graham and Brown archival design has been brought to life with a contemporary palette. Inspired by Japanese decorative stitching, the oriental geometric design will add a touch of glamourous oriental to your decor.
Rose Gold Sashiko Rose Gold Geometric Wallpaper
Design: Geometric Wallpaper
Design Match: Straight
Design Repeat: 64cm
Application Instructions: Paste the Wall
Amount included in purchase: 1Read More
"Caribbean: Underwater Landscape" Mural, 300x231 cmby Artgeist
The "Caribbean: Underwater Landscape" Mural is made from 100% fleece that is durable, eco-friendly and easy to install. This piece measures 300 by 231 centimetres and features a school of fish and will lend add opulent colour to neutral décor. Artgeist is a German-based professional production company, employing a wide range of artists to create unique décor for your home.
Water-resistant
Scratchproof
100% fleece
Half-matte coating
Covers uneven walls
Thermal insulation layer
Allows walls to breathe
Digital quality printing
Up to 600 DPI resolution
Easy installation
Width of roll: 50 cm
Easy to paste strips with special glue
Ecological and safe
Safe and secure packaging
Installation instructions included
120 g/m²
Printing technique: LaserRead More
Boiserie a Conchiglia Wallpaper, Smallby Wallpepper®
Immerse living spaces in the warmth and opulence of the small-sized Boiserie a Conchiglia wallpaper is printed on nonwoven fabric. Owing to its bonded fibre composition, nonwoven fabric is waterproof, insulating and resistant to surface defects caused by abrasion. Italian design label Wallpepper is based in Milan and uses only eco-friendly materials.
Waterproof
Insulating and abrasion-resistant
Contemporary styling
Made in ItalyRead More
Morocco Wallpaper, Beige and Whiteby ColorayDecor
The intricate cultural print featured on the Morocco Wallpaper makes for a stunning addition to the walls of a dining room or kitchen. Putting up the beige and white wallpaper is also extremely easy, thanks to its peel and stick adhesive surface. Using eco-friendly printing techniques, LoveColoray creates beautiful wallpaper that is not only imaginative but also extremely easy to handle.
Mediterranean-style wallpaper
Moroccan pattern
Easy peel and stick adhesive surface
Humidity resistance allows for placement in bathrooms and kitchens
Can be removed and reapplied
Roll size: 60 x 275 cm
Repeat: 60 cm
Straight across matchRead More
Fish Tentacle Wallpaper, Blueby Mind The Gap
Introduce an aquatic feel to the walls of a living room or bathroom with the blue Fish Tentacle Wallpaper. Displaying images of fish and jellyfish this sea life theme will lift the mood and character of the space. The wall covering is created using nonwoven paper and odourless inks that are eco-friendly. Based in the historical region of Transylvania, design company Mind the Gap offers a wide range of original home furnishings.
Fish and jellyfish design
Roll size: 3 drops of 52 x 300 cm
Repeat: 52 x 60 cm
Straight across match
Total coverage: 465 cm²Read More
Mussa Wallpaper, Set of 3 Rolls, Copper and Silverby TEXTURAS POR ALEXANDRA
Create a fun accent wall in the living room, dining room or hallway with the copper Mussa Wallpaper. A bold colour palette and busy floral pattern in silver create a sense of movement and breathes fresh life into a dull space. A reference in haute décor, Texturas por Alexandra offers a collection of novelty rugs and wallpapers that exude personality and style.
Set of three rolls
Roll size: 100.5 x 52 cm
Total pack size: 301.5 x 156 cm
Repeat: 68 cm
Drop match
Resistant to fading from exposure to light
To clean, wipe gently with a damp cloth. Excessive moisture could cause pigment to fade.
Application instructions: Cut sheets to desired size being sure to line up the pattern. Spread plaster over the entire back side of the sheet and wait three to five minutes before attaching it to the wall. Using a brush, remove any bubbles and extra paste.Read More
Light Blue Twining Power Blue Floral Wallpaper, Rollby Graham & Brown
The soft, delicate palette of Twining Powder Blue showcases a hand drawn illustrative design boasting beautiful metallic detailing throughout. Inspired by the British Countryside and history within, this traditional design celebrates flourishing woodland trails.
Light Blue Twining Power Blue Floral Wallpaper
Design: Floral Wallpaper
Design Match: Offset
Design Repeat: 64cm
Application Instructions: Paste the Wall
Amount included in purchase: 1Read More
Jackrabbit Wallpaper, Dusted Stoneby Dwelling Bird
The Jackrabbit Wallpaper features greyscale rabbits on a dusted stone background. This fetching wallpaper fits well in a farmhouse interior and would particularly suit a child's bedroom. Luxury British homewares brand, Dwelling Bird, design and create graphic prints for cushions and wallpapers from their Edinburgh base.
Roll length: 10.05 m
Roll width: 52 cm
Pattern repeat: 12 cm
Pattern repeat type: straight
Professional hanging is recommended
Paste-the-wall wallpaper
SpongeableRead More
Grey and White Sound Wave Geometic Wallpaper, Rollby Graham & Brown
These new realistic effect wallpapers are digitally printed for maximum wow factor. Designed to look like textured walls this flat wallpaper design gives the illusion of sculptured walls in an on trend wave design - in a cool grey and white combination this design is bound to create a talking point in your home. Please note that the design in the roomset image has been hung on the wall horizontally.
Design: Geometric Wallpaper
Design Match: Straight
Design Repeat: 53cm
Application Instructions: Paste the Wall
Amount included in purchase: 1Read More
Paint Streaks Wallpaper, Dune Effect, 500x300 cmby Angowallpaper
Streaked with paint, this contemporary wall covering exudes a colourful essence. Lively shades of fuchsia, yellow, orange and green blend in a harmonious palette with lighter accents and linear elements to create a bold feature wall in any modern setting. The mural measures 500 by 300 centimetres with a dune effect surface. Founded in 2012, Italian brand Angowallpaper interprets every wall as a blank canvas to transform into a unique work of art.
Contemporary wallpaper
Washable material, B1 flame retardant
Printed with eco-solvent inks
Additional images show texture and full wall effect
Roll size: Comes in 8 rolls measuring 62.5x300 cmRead More
Gothic Damask Flock Wallpaper, Whiteby Graham & Brown
Lavish and luxurious, Gothic Damask white combines soft cream flock damask design on a sleek shimmer white backdrop, creating a sophisticated and sumptuous feel.
Design: Damask Wallpaper
Design Match: Straight
Design Repeat: 64cm
Application Instructions: Paste the Wall
Amount included in purchase: 1Read More
Parisian Fountain Sketch Wall Mural, 300x231 cmby Artgeist
The brilliant 300-by-231-centimetre Parisian Fountain Sketch Wall Mural catches the eye with its intricate detailing. Water-resistant and scratch-proof, this mural is suitable for bathrooms and kitchens as well as bedrooms or offices. The tough fleece paper allows the wall to breathe while smoothing uneven surfaces. Artgeist creates striking murals and wallpapers to decorate the modern home.
Roll width: 50 cm
Paper weight: 120 g/m²
Number of rolls: 6Read More
Apple Garden Wallpaper, Greyby Majvillan
The Apple Garden Wallpaper is a beautiful eco-friendly non-woven grey wallpaper featuring a lovely garden illustration. Easy to mount, this wallpaper can be glued directly on the wall. Majvillan is a Swedish brand designed by Charlotta Sandberg.
Produced in Sweden
Pattern Repeat: 53 centimetres
Eco-friendlyRead More
Pastel Street Wallpaperby LGD01
This unique, modern wallpaper recreates a chic urban street in your living room, in beautiful pastel shades. The design is printed on non-woven paper with eco-friendly inks and treated with UV light, and is applied simply by gluing it to the wall to create the look. This wallpaper is designed and created in France by LGD01, a brand which creates made-to-measure wallpapers with unique designs.
High-quality wallpaper
Pastel-coloured street design
Simply glue to the wallRead More
Small Town Wallpaper, Blackby Majvillan
Children (or adults!) who like to let their imaginations roam will love this Small Town Wallpaper. The contrasting black outlines on a white background emphasise the loving details of this internationally inspired design. The colours are brought out by the embossed material, which is pleasant to look at and touch. This wallpaper is easier to hang than conventional wallpapers, as you can simply apply the paste to the wall. The eco-friendly Swedish label Majvillan takes inspiration from the month of May, incorporating the vibrant colours and vitality of late spring into evocative designs.
Eco-friendly wallpaper
Pattern repeat: 53 cm
Made in Sweden
Designed by Charlotta SandbergRead More
Alice in Wonderland Wall Muralby Graham & Brown
Create a stunning feature wall in any room of your home with this Wonderland wall mural. A delightful design drawing its inspiration from quintessentially English rose prints, wonderland breathes new life into Alice in Wonderland and turns its characters into something unexpected. The patterns, colours and original illustrations combine to create a subtle take on a traditional wall mural. Whether it's to turn a bedroom into something beautiful or add a little curiosity to a kitchen, the wonderland wall mural is a very modern way to create a new take on traditional design. Printed onto a quality, paste the wall wallpaper using non-toxic inks, this mural is easy to install and suitable for any room. This mural comes in one easy roll which is 50cm wide with each strip being 2.4m high.Read More
Small Boats Wallpaper Roll, 48x1000 cmby MAISON LECONTE
The 48-by-1000 centimetre Small Boats Wallpaper Roll is great for broadening your child's imagination. It features cute white boats on a soft blue background and looks lovely in a nursery or child's bedroom. Maison Leconte produces contemporary home accessories which draw inspiration from Parisian and cosmopolitan trends.
Contemporary wallpaper
Small boats design
Great for a child's bedroom or living roomRead More
Pink Triangles Wallpaper, Adhesive Paper, 300x500 cmby WALL LCA - carta da parati e design
Geometric prints are a delightful option for adding charm to a room. The Pink Triangles Wallpaper features a two-tone colour scheme on durable non-woven paper. This design works particularly well in a nursery or child's bedroom. This wallpaper is printed on adhesive paper and measures 300 by 500 centimetres. Wall LCA is an Italian design company that creates wallpapers with unique designs, high-quality images and vibrant colours.
Multiple triangles print
Eco-friendly ink
Non-woven paperRead More
"Opposites Attract" Wallpaper Mural, 400x310 cmby Artgeist
The "Opposites Attract" Wallpaper Mural makes a striking impression in a modern living space. Measuring 400 by 309 centimetres, this black-and-white mural features a male and female head formed from splatters of paint. Made of durable fleece, it is resistant to UV rays and moisture. Artgeist offers an extensive range of paintings, digital prints and interior design accessories.
Black-and-white mural
Male and female busts
Made of durable fleece
Completely odourless
Resistant to moisture
Scratch-proof material
UV protection
Easy-to-install 50-cm strips
Made in GermanyRead More
Meiying Wallpaper, Pepper, Rollby Graham & Brown
Budding cherry blossoms portrayed through burnished metallic detailing is worked into alluring grey pepper colour palette. Signifying hope and power, the silver cherry blossom metallic element highlights the stunning hand-made factor of the fibrous paper, giving depth and dimension. Taking inspiration from the simplistic ideals of Japan, this stunning modern design will turn any room into a tranquil and relaxing space.
Quick & easy 'Paste The Wall' application (no decorating table or pre-cutting required).
Made in the UK
Please note the colours on screen may vary from the actual product. This product is not available for British Forces Post Office Deliveries.
Pattern Repeat 64.00 cm
Design Match OffsetRead More
Soft Gold Botany Metallic Foral Wallpaper, Rollby Graham & Brown
Intertwined leaves are portrayed on an intricate patterned backdrop, highlighted with glimmers of soft gold metallic detail. Botany Soft Gold embraces an unexpected hidden strength with a soft and feminine Color palette.
Design: Floral
Design Match: Straight
Design Repeat: 53cm
Application Instructions: Paste the Wall
Amount included in purchase: 1Read More
Cheetahs Wallpaper, Pinkby Coordonné
The Cheetahs Wallpaper draws its inspiration from medieval frescoes that adorned walls before the invention of wallpaper. It features a vertically symmetrical plant motif surrounding two pink cheetahs and will add a fresh and elegant touch to any room. This wallpaper is both fade and flame-resistant, features "paste the wall" technology for easy installation and is non-woven for easy maintenance and removal. Barcelona-based Cordonné is a family-owned design company that strives to bring your walls to life with their dynamic and innovative wallpaper creations.
Cheetah wallpaper
Easy to clean
Fade-resistant
Paste the wall technology
Non-woven
Pattern repetition every 74 cm
Designed in Barcelona
Straight matchRead More
Transforming a room can be as simple as using a wall covering. Be it a new lick of paint, freshening up wooden panels with stain or hanging wallpaper, the possibilities for wall decor improvement are endless. Read on for tips on which wall covering, floor paint or wood stain to choose and where to buy them.
Wall coverings is an umbrella term for a host of products for sprucing up your walls, both outdoors and indoors. Here are some common types of wall treatments and wall decor:
The classic way to redecorate a room is to repaint it. Emulsion paint is the preferred type of paint for interiors. Remember that if you’re painting over dark or brightly coloured walls with light paint colours, use a white primer to ensure that the colour comes out how you would like it to.
If you are painting over wood, consider first whether staining might not be a better option. Although the range of colours of wood stains aren’t as paint colours, staining is a much more durable way to protect wood that is exposed to the elements or abrasion. Sealants and wood stains prevent fading, rotting, protect against moisture and often work out cheaper than paint due to their low maintenance finishes.
If you’d like to paint the walls of your house or garden furniture, look into these more durable options of exterior paint such as fence paint and masonry paint.
Unlike painting or staining, wallpaper can hide imperfections on a wall in one fell swoop. They are also an easy way to add a striking feature wall to a dining room or living room. Vinyl wallpaper is particularly durable and is washable, making it perfect for kitchens, children’s playrooms or high-traffic areas such as hallways.
Easy to put up and take down, wall stickers are the best wall covering for homes that are constantly changing. Whether it’s a height chart, a fun motto for a teenager’s bedroom or a Christmas decoration in a living room, stick-on wall coverings are a low-effort way to redecorate.
Wall panelling comes in a wide range of materials and can be used for all sorts of purposes. Like wallpaper, it’s an easy way to cover up faults in walls, yet it is even more durable. Adhesive splashbacks with tile patterns or smooth aluminium or glass surfaces offer hardwearing protection from grease, food and water stains. They’re easy to install and can be cleaned with a damp cloth.
Wall panels can also make a statement out of a wall. Traditional or rustic solid wood wall panels instantly add character to an interior, while a strip of tile wall panelling can create a charming border in a bathroom.
Whether it’s adding a border to a wall or decorating bedroom furniture, garden storage, bar stools, home accessories or dressing tables, wall stencils are incredibly versatile and cost-effective. Use them with acrylic paint or spray paint for a crisp outline. Avoid using any oil-based surface paints as these dry more slowly and are more likely to smudge.
Sometimes home improvement projects can seem daunting, but they are always worth it in the end. Wall coverings, paint jobs and wood stains can really change the impression that a space makes on your guests and even enhance your own happiness in your home. The walls of any room will define its purpose.
Covering your walls will also mean less maintenance in the future. Paints, wallpapers, panels and stains are a protective layer that can take the brunt of what a garden or busy household might throw at it.
If you’re worried about buying hand tools, a roll of wallpaper, or bucket of paint and having some left over, there are plenty of ways use them up to restore old furniture. Wallpaper can be pasted onto the sides of cabinets or the backs of bookshelves to cover up scratches or create a more decorative effect. Old paint can also be used to create colourful accents on dining chairs or drawer knobs. The best part is that the colours will match your walls to create a cohesive colour scheme.
From new paint for an elegant dining room to enchanting nursery wallpaper, there is a wide range of home improvement products to choose from on Houzz UK. You can also find paint tools and other tools and equipment to prepare you for your next DIY project.
What are wall coverings?
Wall coverings is an umbrella term for a host of products for sprucing up your walls, both outdoors and indoors. Here are some common types of wall treatments and wall decor:
Paint
The classic way to redecorate a room is to repaint it. Emulsion paint is the preferred type of paint for interiors. Remember that if you’re painting over dark or brightly coloured walls with light paint colours, use a white primer to ensure that the colour comes out how you would like it to.
Wood stain
If you are painting over wood, consider first whether staining might not be a better option. Although the range of colours of wood stains aren’t as paint colours, staining is a much more durable way to protect wood that is exposed to the elements or abrasion. Sealants and wood stains prevent fading, rotting, protect against moisture and often work out cheaper than paint due to their low maintenance finishes.
If you’d like to paint the walls of your house or garden furniture, look into these more durable options of exterior paint such as fence paint and masonry paint.
Wallpaper
Unlike painting or staining, wallpaper can hide imperfections on a wall in one fell swoop. They are also an easy way to add a striking feature wall to a dining room or living room. Vinyl wallpaper is particularly durable and is washable, making it perfect for kitchens, children’s playrooms or high-traffic areas such as hallways.
Wall stickers
Easy to put up and take down, wall stickers are the best wall covering for homes that are constantly changing. Whether it’s a height chart, a fun motto for a teenager’s bedroom or a Christmas decoration in a living room, stick-on wall coverings are a low-effort way to redecorate.
Wall panels
Wall panelling comes in a wide range of materials and can be used for all sorts of purposes. Like wallpaper, it’s an easy way to cover up faults in walls, yet it is even more durable. Adhesive splashbacks with tile patterns or smooth aluminium or glass surfaces offer hardwearing protection from grease, food and water stains. They’re easy to install and can be cleaned with a damp cloth.
Wall panels can also make a statement out of a wall. Traditional or rustic solid wood wall panels instantly add character to an interior, while a strip of tile wall panelling can create a charming border in a bathroom.
Wall stencils
Whether it’s adding a border to a wall or decorating bedroom furniture, garden storage, bar stools, home accessories or dressing tables, wall stencils are incredibly versatile and cost-effective. Use them with acrylic paint or spray paint for a crisp outline. Avoid using any oil-based surface paints as these dry more slowly and are more likely to smudge.
Why use wall coverings, paints and stains?
Sometimes home improvement projects can seem daunting, but they are always worth it in the end. Wall coverings, paint jobs and wood stains can really change the impression that a space makes on your guests and even enhance your own happiness in your home. The walls of any room will define its purpose.
Covering your walls will also mean less maintenance in the future. Paints, wallpapers, panels and stains are a protective layer that can take the brunt of what a garden or busy household might throw at it.
If you’re worried about buying hand tools, a roll of wallpaper, or bucket of paint and having some left over, there are plenty of ways use them up to restore old furniture. Wallpaper can be pasted onto the sides of cabinets or the backs of bookshelves to cover up scratches or create a more decorative effect. Old paint can also be used to create colourful accents on dining chairs or drawer knobs. The best part is that the colours will match your walls to create a cohesive colour scheme.
Where can I buy wall coverings, paints and stains?
From new paint for an elegant dining room to enchanting nursery wallpaper, there is a wide range of home improvement products to choose from on Houzz UK. You can also find paint tools and other tools and equipment to prepare you for your next DIY project.