How to Choose a Wallpaper for the Kitchen

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How to Choose a Wallpaper for the Kitchen
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• Advancements in paint technology notwithstanding,
  wallpapers continue to make a strong case for
  themselves. They are cheaper than paint in the
  long run and offer a greater choice of finishes,
  textures and colours. And lest we forget,
  wallpapers are cheaper and easier to maintain
  than paints. With so much going in its favour,
  installing a wallpaper in your home seems like a
  no-brainer, doesnt it?
• What isnt as straightforward though is the
  debate around installing wallpaper in the
  kitchen. There was a time when wallpapers were
  suited for use in only bedrooms and living rooms.
  Wallpaper technology has come a long way since as
  modern wallpapers are durable enough to be
  installed in all areas of a house, and your
  kitchen is no exception.
• A wallpaper installation today, unlike those of
  yore, is far more capable of weathering humid or
  steamy areas like the kitchen. And by weathering,
  we mean the wallpaper can easily retain its
  integrity for a decade or even longer. It is also
  far more versatile and easier to work with. No
  wonder then that wallpapers are increasingly the
  preferred wall-covering choice for homeowners in
  the UK.

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1) How to pick a wallpaper that suits a kitchen
environment?

• A kitchens environment imposes a heavy toll on
  its walls. Moreover, it can also get messy and if
  you are prone to creating a mess in the kitchen,
  your choice of wall-covering should reflect that.
  Because of these factors, most people lean
  towards either tiles or paint (brands usually
  sell a more durable variety of paint for
  kitchens) for their kitchen.
• If you use a conventional wallpaper in such an
  environment, it will accumulate dirt and lose
  appearance due to its thin size and a tendency to
  absorb different smells. That is also why you
  should stay away from wallpaper that is fabric
  based or excessively textured as grime builds up
  in their embossings details.
• Thankfully, you can now choose from an entirely
  new range of wallpaper for the kitchen that is
  wipeable, and more importantly, washable. Once
  youve shortlisted a brand, check if the
  wallpaper can be cleaned with a moist cloth and
  mild cleaning products.

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2) Which types of wallpapers are suitable for
kitchens?

• There are two types of wallpapers that you can
  use in kitchen areas. These are vinyl and
  washable wallpapers.
• In vinyl wallpapers, colours and patterns are
  printed onto a vinyl film which is then pasted
  onto a layer of paper. Made from ethylene, which
  itself is a derivative of natural gas, vinyl is a
  chemical that is impervious to water and highly
  durable. As such, wallpapers made of vinyl are
  washable, tough and dont fade on exposure to
  sunlight. However, this imperviousness to water
  is also a drawback as it makes it very hard to
  strip a vinyl wallpaper off the surface.
• Although both can be cleaned with water, washable
  wallpapers and vinyl wallpapers are not the same.
  A washable wallpaper for the kitchen features a
  thin and transparent plastic coating that covers
  the pattern printed on the base paper. This
  plastic coating makes a washable wallpaper
  resistant to marks and stains and allows you to
  use a damp cloth to wipe it clean.

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3) How to choose the colour and pattern?

• Colours and patterns can infuse new life into any
  room in your home. And if you want a large pool
  of colours and patterns to choose from,
  wallpapers are your best bet. The variety that
  wallpapers offer is amazing. You can buy them in
  simple designs or even go the funky wallpapers
  for kitchen route. You can also choose a kitchen
  wallpaper in keeping with the décor youd like to
  achieve. If you desire a calm and serene décor,
  opt for a wallpaper with a delicate and simple
  design. If you want the décor to cheer you up
  every time you enter the kitchen, a colourful and
  vibrant wallpaper is an apt choice. Either way,
  it is usually the colour or the pattern that
  forms the highlight of any wallpaper. So, if you
  are going for simple or neutral colours, pick an
  elaborate pattern to go with it. And if you are
  going for bold and bright colours, a simple
  pattern would suffice.

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• One of the more popular modern kitchen wallpaper
  ideas is the industrial look. Digital wallpaper
  technology has enabled manufacturers to create
  wallpapers that uncannily mimic the surface
  finish of stone, weathered wood and even
  concrete. This makes digital image wallpaper
  ideal for not only adding texture but also an
  element of smoothness to the overall décor of
  your kitchen.
• To sum it up, wallpapers in your kitchen are a
  better option than paint. They offer a tremendous
  amount of variety, can be comfortably washed,
  last for a long time and are more
  environment-friendly. If you need more help with
  choosing the right wallpaper design for your
  kitchen, consult your local wallpaper installer
  or get in touch with us. Highly Decorated is a
  leading name in the wallpaper installation,
  wallpaper restoration and other decorating
  services industry and is based out of Essex.

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