Choosing the perfect wallpaper can be tricky. Here are a few tips to help you find options that work best for you.
Where are you putting it?
Location matters. Are you putting those textured wall coverings in a room where there’s plenty of sunlight? Then you’ll need to go for darker shades since the sunlight will cause lighter ones to fade out that much quicker.
What material should you pick?
You can pick in a material that is easy to maintain. Durable options make for an excellent option as well, Buildings says. There are textured wall coverings that are also ideal for hiding eyesores and imperfections on your wall, if that is a bit of concern to you. Take a long look at these choices to figure out which one is a good match for your home, needs, and personality.
What’s the mood?
Your wallcoverings can set the mood in your dining area, kitchen space or bedroom. That is why you want to carefully consider the effect that the color you’ll choose will have on everything else. For instance, if you go for a bold color for your bedroom, that festive hue may not be relaxing for you. Likewise, if you pick dark hues for your hallway, that could make your hallway appear much smaller, narrower and cave-like, a look that your guests may not appreciate.
Do I need to worry about lighting?
Yes, you do. Refresh yourself on the basics: dark colors absorb light, which make your rooms smaller. If you are shopping around for wallpaper for your home office, you’ll want to stick to lighter shades, especially since textured surfaces already tend to make a wall look a mite darker.
Love that bold color?
Sometimes, less is definitely more. If you love a certain shade, don’t use that shade everywhere. Instead, go with accent pieces. Use your wallpaper to create the perfect neutral background to make that possible.
