Wallpapers influence the ambiance of your home and can set a certain mood. As design elements, they provide a rich, artistic and elegant feel to your space. Wallpapers come in countless varieties of designs and patterns. Choosing one design that perfectly blends in with your existing interior can be a daunting task. Here is some useful information to guide you in choosing the right wallpaper to fit your place perfectly.
Complement the style and tone of the house
Your interior design sets the tone of your home, which is why your wallpaper should be complementary. Have a look at where your furniture is placed and the color palette of your home. Which walls are the most covered or crowded with furniture? Choose a wall that is uncluttered and open—it gives you more space to work with and the wallpaper there will catch the eye.
The color of your interior influences the tone of the house. While cool pastel shades add a fresh and pleasant feel to your space, warm colors like yellow, red, and orange are more warm and inviting.
Optical illusion
Did you know that wallpapers can actually make your space look bigger, smaller, taller, or wider? Horizontal stripes add length to your room whereas vertical stripes provide the illusion of height. A light background with small prints can virtually increase the size whereas darker colors with larger prints make the place look smaller. Light colors and milder tones of wallpaper are ideal for rooms with low ceilings since they create an illusion of more space. Choose carefully based on what look you are hoping to achieve.
Designs and textures
Wallpapers come in a plethora of designs, patterns, colors, and textures and can make your space feel formal, rustic, casual or modern. A workspace can have a plain or a mildly patterned wallpaper which contributes to an environment of calm. Vibrant colors and shapes can stimulate imagination and abstract thinking and are popular in children’s rooms. Geometric designs can provide a feeling of class, while natural patterns like leaf prints add an elegant touch. Textured patterns such as grasscloth or embossed wallpapers add more depth and class to your space.
Seeing things under different “light”
Rooms and hallways which are well-lit would benefit from a light-colored wallpaper or one with a smooth pattern to reflect the light. Metallic or shiny wallpapers may be ideal for rooms with less natural light since they reflect light deeper into the room. Wallpapers with darker colors absorb more light and are best in spaces like a home theatre or a game room. Iridescent wallpapers offer a cosmic feel that further adds to the beauty of the space.
We, at Heritage wallpaper and blinds, bring with us years of experience in both commercial and home projects. We have expert consultants and designers who would love to speak with you and better understand what you’re looking for. We have two showrooms fully stocked with hundreds of different wallpaper collections for homeowners and commercial businesses throughout Colorado and nationwide. If you are looking for help with installation, Contact us today!
