Wood-like wallpaper: features of the finishing material and its application

From this article, you can find out the features and nuances of using finishes such as wood-effect wallpaper to create an environmentally friendly and natural interior in the house. The text contains reviews of the main varieties of materials that realistically imitate a natural wooden surface, their characteristics, prices and recommendations for use, starting with the selection of the optimal products and companion wallpaper for them, ending with photo examples of finishing in the interior.

Woodgrain wallpaper: how to choose the right material

Interiors created on the basis of natural materials, in some cases, look more presentable and solid than the design of the premises, made in a modern style. At the same time, one cannot do without significant financial costs. For this reason, on the market of finishing materials, you can buy a wide variety of wood-like wallpaper for walls, which quite realistically imitate all the features of this natural material and have a very affordable price.

The decoration made with the help of such material is able to bring into the interior a feeling of unity with nature, give it an original and austere appearance.

Useful advice! Buildings made from natural materials are more demanding in terms of interior decoration. With the help of wood design, you can freshen up the decor of the room and, in a budgetary way, support the interior decoration in a house made of timber. Wallpaper is much more environmentally friendly than plastic panels with imitation wood imitation and at the same time they are cheaper than finishing made on the basis of lining and other natural materials.

How to choose and buy wood-like wallpaper

There are many varieties of wallpaper with imitation of a natural wooden surface on sale. Each type of product has its own advantages and disadvantages, as well as decorative characteristics. For this reason, when deciding where to buy wood-like wallpaper (in a regular finishing materials store or in a design studio), you should decide in advance on the finishing parameters.

To do this, it is enough to designate the tasks that the material will solve:

1. Protection of the surface from mechanical damage and dirt - dense materials with a solid base are suitable, for example, non-woven or vinyl wallpaper.
2. Safety and environmental friendliness - for bedrooms and living rooms, it is better to choose paper or cork wallpapers, as well as product options where a cellulose base is combined with natural recycled wood.
3. Creating a bright design - in this case, it would be appropriate to use non-woven and other types of wallpaper with a relief texture and unusual colors.

To create an accent on one of the walls, experts recommend purchasing large-sized roll wallpapers that overlap the entire surface, so as not to complicate the work with the need for correct cutting of the canvases and the subsequent joining of the pattern.

Features of wood wallpaper for interior wall decoration

There is a special category of wallpaper based on recycled wood materials. Manufacturers use special technologies for mechanical grinding of natural raw materials, after which they are treated with antiseptic agents that provide protection against premature destruction. As a result of such processing, a mixture of wood materials is formed, on the basis of which wallpaper is made.

Benefits of a coating made from natural raw materials:

• ease of gluing, provided that the walls are carefully prepared for wallpaper;
• antiallergenic properties, environmental friendliness;
• the coating does not need special care;
• high quality compared to conventional paper-based materials;

• resistant to mold and UV fading;
• high degree of strength;
• long service life;
• excellent imitation and decorative properties.

It is not recommended to use wallpaper made from natural raw materials in places where moisture accumulates. Some expensive finishes are able to withstand contact with water, but over time they will still lose their appeal. In addition, there is a high probability of the appearance of insects that will settle in the walls. For this reason, many consumers prefer wood imitation products to natural materials.

Varieties of wooden wallpaper:

• pressed cork;
• veneered (paper base covered with veneer);
• thin wood panels;
• bamboo (bark on a paper base).

Note! Some types of natural wood wallpaper can be used to improve the thermal insulation of a room.

Popular finishing materials from the wallpaper catalog with photos and prices

Wood is an amazing material with the ability to keep warm and create a comfortable environment. A cozy interior can be obtained even when using wallpaper with a wood grain pattern. Regardless of the type of wood, the way it is processed and the direction of sawing, this material fits optimally into the space of the room and is perfectly combined with different styles.

The following types of materials can be found on sale:

• wallpaper with 3D image;
• paper trellises decorated with a simple pattern;
• embossed vinyl wallpaper;
• photo wallpaper;
• non-woven coverings with an embossed textured surface.

Photo-catalog of wallpaper in an apartment on a paper basis: product features and prices

The most conservative and budget option for wood-like wall decoration is paper wallpaper. Such materials are covered with a thin decorative layer of vinyl, due to which the imitation is naturalistic. The finish has a fairly long service life and is UV resistant.

On sale there are single (simplex) and two-layer (duplex) wallpaper. The latter are highly durable, but their price is much higher. Manufacturers offer a wide variety of designs, so consumers can choose a finish to suit every taste and style.

Acrylic wallpaper with a paper base also belongs to the budget category of materials. They can be used in rooms with a high level of humidity (kitchen) or loads on the surface of the walls (hallway). Acrylic wallpapers do not offer such a wide variety of designs as paper ones, since they often depict the main types of wood in conventional processing. In other words, there are no options with a rough surface or an aged design in the assortment presented in stores.

Average prices for acrylic wallpaper on a paper basis:

Brand name	price, rub.
Aura reclaimed	3490
Estro voyage	3500
York English Hills	4200

 

Useful advice!In rare cases, leftovers from different batches can be used to create finishes in the same room. To do this, multi-colored canvases are cut into strips or rectangles, which are combined in a specific sequence.

Features of vinyl wallpaper: product photos and prices

Vinyl wallpapers have a natural woody surface. To create them, manufacturers use special embossing technologies and other techniques for applying a decorative layer. Thanks to this, the textured surface of the wood is reproduced as accurately as possible, resulting in a natural appearance of the finish.

On the market of finishing materials, you can pick up vinyl wallpaper with imitation of various types of wood, as well as surfaces with different types of processing, for example, aged ship board. In addition, the assortment of many stores contains variations of the same pattern with different color tones. The most popular vinyl wallpaper designs are beams and planks with longitudinal or lateral placement, as well as herringbone patterns.

Average prices for vinyl wood products:

Brand name	Average cost, rub.
Marburg	900
Grandeco	1000
Erismann	1100

 

Vinyl wallpapers perfectly convey the characteristics of other surfaces. Wallpaper imitating leather, bamboo, iron, stone, brick, plaster and textiles look quite realistic in the photo in the interior.

Average prices for imitation vinyl products:

Brand name	Average cost, rub.
Under the bamboo
Marburg	1380
Under the skin
Grandeco	1060
Under iron
Limonta	1150

 

Characteristics of 3D wallpaper under a tree: photo in the interior of the room and prices

The most accurate transfer of texture and the uniqueness of the wood pattern is conveyed by photo wallpapers, especially those that create a three-dimensional 3D effect.

In stores you can buy 3D wallpaper for walls with the following images:

• the ends of the logs, where saw cuts with annual rings are visible;
• processed lining;
• longitudinal cuts decorated with linear patterns;
• sheathing in the form of a shipboard or barn board;
• finishing, consisting of small multi-colored boards;
• aged planks in a retro style with traces of nails or paint;
• plank panels decorated with a pattern.

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Photo wallpaper is a paper base, on top of which a decorative layer is applied. Depending on the design, they can have a textured or smooth surface. Due to the presence of a protective film, the coating acquires resistance to abrasion, which allows you to clean the surface in a dry way without fear of ruining it.

Useful advice! The non-standard nature of photowall-paper allows you to choose products for any room parameters. When ordering material in a design studio, the consumer can specify the dimensions of the wall, which allows him to obtain the required size canvases that ideally cover the surface without the need for cutting and adjusting.

Average prices for wallpaper with 3D effect:

Brand name	Average cost, rub.
Grandeco	1080
Shinhan wallcoverings	5695

 

Using wood-like wallpaper in the interior: colors, combinations and textures

The most important advantage of using wallpaper imitating wood is the ability to harmoniously apply this finish in combination with almost any decor or style of decoration. They are versatile and create a visual perception of warmth in the interior, so the presence of this material allows you to create coziness and beauty of the environment.

Using imitation wallpaper, you can literally create an excellent naturalistic design in one day, which would take a month and a lot of money if this work was done by professionals using real wood. Wallpaper is also loyal in terms of cost, as well as free space, because this type of finish is very thin, therefore it takes up a minimum of space.

What is the cost of gluing wallpaper per square meter

The cost of professional service depends on the complexity of the pattern, as well as the type of wallpaper, since each type of finish has its own requirements for gluing.

Average prices for wallpapering per m2:

Service name (type of wallpaper)	price, rub.
Paper	200
Vinyl Plain	200
Non-woven monophonic	200
Non-woven with a pattern	300
Vinyl with pattern	300
Two-level gluing	400
Wallpaper	500
Bamboo	600
Expensive wallpaper (price from 3000 rubles / roll)	700

 

The prices indicated in the table include the treatment of the walls before gluing the wallpaper with a primer. Since the service rates are indicative, some companies offer standard-sized rooms with a fixed price.

Prices for pasting standard-sized rooms:

Room area, m2	price, rub.
8	5550
10	7100
16	11250
19	13400

Useful advice!Many apartment owners have a question whether it is possible to glue wallpaper on drywall, because it is often considered as a basis. To get rid of irregularities on the walls, the cause of which may be the seams between the sheets and the places where the self-tapping screws are buried, and also to exclude the possibility of damage to the base when dismantling the wallpaper, it is recommended to pre-fill the surface. This procedure also solves the problem of gray drywall shining through light-colored wallpaper.

A decorative variety of wood-like wallpaper for walls

The color palette used by wood-look wallpaper manufacturers offers the following color options:

• gray;
• brown;
• red;
• pink;
• reddish brown.

Thanks to such a variety, there is a chance to get a reliable imitation of any natural texture. In addition, the assortment of shops contains variations of different types of wood.

Most popular breeds:

• alder;
• oak;
• spruce;
• Pine.

Most often, when choosing a finishing material, buyers opt for standard wallpaper in brown. The traditional shade fits perfectly into any space, but designers do not recommend using it to create an original and memorable interior. Materials in pinkish, gray, yellow, sand, black and white colors look more advantageous. Depending on the chosen option for gluing wallpaper, you can create the desired mood in the room and affect the perception of the interior as a whole.

How to combine wallpaper with each other: photos of interesting design solutions

Despite the wide variety of shades in the proposed range of wallpapers, designers recommend using warm and calm palettes in the design of living spaces.

The most ideal is a combination of finishes made in brown and sand colors. This option for combining shades will have a calming effect on a person, which is the main purpose of natural decor. Such a design is suitable for individuals who lead an active lifestyle and who prefer to receive comfort and coziness from their home along with a charge of energy.

Combinations of different wallpapers in the room look attractive in the photo. Combinations with other finishes are allowed. Wallpaper imitating wood creates a successful combination with the following materials:

• ordinary plain or textured wallpaper;
• masonry;
• plastic panels.

The method of combining materials is advisable to use if there are structural elements in the room, for example, niches or ledges. These areas can be used to create accents. A spectacular design is obtained if the background for the shelves on one wall is wood-like wallpaper. By gluing a contrasting color finish to the protruding structural elements of the room, you can create a kind of decorative panel.

For zoning space, a combination of wood-like wallpaper with the same textured pattern, but in a different shade, is suitable. It is allowed to use contrasting colors or create a transition from light to dark.

Useful advice! If it is supposed to combine different materials in the interior, then the emphasis in the first place should be made not on the selection of shades and textures, but on maintaining unity in design and style.

The choice of wallpaper for the apartment: interiors in different styles

Wallpaper imitating natural wood is perfectly combined with both antique design and modern style trends. In the first case, finishes with an aged surface are selected.

To create an antique design, wallpapers with the image are suitable:

• logs stacked on top of each other in a specific order;
• tree bark with all its flaws and nuances;
• shabby boards.

For interiors in a modern style, it is recommended to use wallpaper consisting of wooden fragments and decorated with ornaments.Wall murals stylized as natural wood will highlight the features of such styles as hi-tech, modern, loft and minimalism. In such an environment, the presence of flowers and plants that will be combined with the decoration will not hurt.

Old styles include:

• country;
• eco;
• Scandinavian;
• English;
• ethnic (African, Chinese, rustic, Japanese);
• provence;
• chalet.

For a classic style, it is better to choose a dark floor finish and a light shade of the walls. Provence also puts forward similar requirements for the wallpaper material. The style of the chalet allows wood-styled finishes to unfold in the most beneficial way.

Choosing the right finish for a teenager in the room: photo wallpaper for boys and girls

Wallpaper displaying the beauty of natural wood will become an original and unusual design solution for a children's room. When choosing a finish, you should take into account the age category and gender of the child. Cartoon or cute trees are a great option for creating an interior for toddlers. A similar design will be appropriate in the room of a teenage girl, the main thing is that the drawing does not look too childish.

Teens tend to take an interest in creative solutions. Wood in the interior of the room will have a positive effect on the child. For girls at this age, finishes are suitable, which is combined with a romantic style, as well as high-tech and modern. The use of a vintage direction in design is also allowed.

Experts recommend, in turn, to buy wallpaper in the nursery for boys that supports natural and minimalist styles. Eclecticism and a loft will also be appropriate. The teen will love the finish that mimics the aged surface of painted boards with nail marks. The main thing is not to delve into too dark and gloomy tones.

Wall murals depicting a forest will become a universal option. For a teenage room, a pattern in the form of a pine lacquered bar can be used. A children's room needs an environmentally friendly and safe finish, so it is better to choose acrylic and paper wallpapers as wall coverings that do not impede the natural circulation of air and do not emit toxic substances.

Useful advice! To decorate a nursery with wood-like wallpaper, you can use decorative stickers that are sold in stores. These elements allow you to give the interior the necessary theme, taking into account the preferences of the kid or teenager.

How to choose wallpaper on the wall in the room: photo of products in the interior of the bedroom, kitchen and living room

To create a living room interior, you can use photo wallpaper with the image of old boards or tree bark in a continuous canvas. It is allowed to use compositions consisting of various types of wood. In order for the accent wall to look as advantageous as possible, such a coating should be well lit. For the living room, wallpapers that imitate boards of unusual colors, for example, orange, blue, turquoise, are suitable.

In the interior of the living room, the method is often used combining materials, assuming a horizontal separation of the finish. For the decoration of the upper part of the walls, wallpaper with a small pattern or canvases in a single color scheme are used, and for the design of the lower part, dark coatings imitating wood are used. Styles such as modern, country, classic or Provence are appropriate in this room.

The bedroom is used for relaxation, so it is most advisable to use wallpaper made in sand, light gray, beige and pastel colors for its decoration. A variant of using contrasting combinations is possible. To achieve a dynamic bedroom design, it is recommended to use flooring stylized as a mosaic, consisting of pieces of wood.

Accessories and décor play an important role in the design of the restroom. Some people cannot decide which curtains are suitable for gray wallpaper, photos of such interiors are very common on the net. Regardless of the shade of the finish, experts recommend repeating the color scheme of the wood-like wallpaper in other furnishing elements, for example, in curtains, furniture, bedspreads, and carpets. As a result, you can achieve unity in the design of the bedroom. In this room, as in the living room, the method of focusing attention on one of the walls is most often used. For this, photo wallpaper is used, decorating the surface behind the headboard in the form of a panel.

In the kitchen, the working area is usually decorated with such wallpaper, where a combination of small details will look most advantageous. For this room, it is recommended to select non-woven coverings. It is desirable that the shade of the furniture be in harmony with the color of the wall decoration. For the dining room, murals with imitation of wooden boards in dark or light tones or with images of forest landscapes are suitable.

Wallpaper that realistically displays a natural wood surface is a versatile material that is acceptable as a decoration in almost all rooms, including a kitchen, hallway, balcony, etc. These products are easy enough to stick on the wall. They are able to optimally fit into most of the styles used in the design of interiors in apartments and houses, which made them so popular with buyers.