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What is the best wallpaper?


Blooming Wall’s Extra-Thick Textured Wallpaper

Which wallpapers are the best?

If you want a new look for your home and are sick of plain paint jobs, let wallpaper come to your rescue. With thousands of patterns to choose from, there’s a perfect wallpaper for everyone, whether you want to wallpaper a full room or opt for a more subtle feature wall.

The world of wallpaper can be confusing for anyone not in the loop, so we’ve compiled the information you need, including some reviews of our favorites at the end. Our top choice is Blooming Wall’s Extra-Thick Textured Wallpaper, which is very durable and looks extremely modern with its gray finish and embossed pattern.

What to know before you buy wallpaper
Material

It might be called wallpaper, but today, much of it isn’t made from paper at all. Here are some of the most common materials, plus their advantages and disadvantages:

Paper wallpaper has fallen out of favor somewhat as it isn’t the most durable option and can be difficult to strip when it’s time for a change. It is affordable, however, and you can find vinyl-coated paper wallpaper for added durability.

Fabric wallpaper is thick, strong, and doesn’t scratch easily the way paper does. It can be woven or nonwoven. It offers great soundproofing and insulation, plus it tends to be easier to hang than other kinds. The drawback is its high price.

Vinyl wallpaper has a smooth finish that’s easy to wipe clean, making it a great choice for families with young children. It’s extremely easy to remove, too. Not everyone likes the texture, however, and it isn’t the most environmentally friendly option.

Paste

Some wallpaper comes prepasted, which means it has dried wallpaper paste already on it, so you just need to moisten it and paste it to the wall. This sounds great in theory, but it doesn’t always adhere as well as using standard wallpaper paste on nonpasted wallpaper. Another option is self-adhesive wallpaper, which has a peel-off backing with an adhesive underneath, a bit like a sticker.

Design

It’s possible to choose from all manner of designs, from classic stripes and damask to florals and modern geometric prints. It’s worth shopping around to find a design you love and will likely be happy with for years.

What to look for in quality wallpaper
Texture

You can find embossed and textured wallpapers that add an extra dimension to a room. Textured options don’t have any particular advantages or disadvantages; they are purely aesthetic.

Recoatable

Recoatable wallpaper is designed to be painted, so it generally only comes in white. It may be easier to hang recoatable wallpaper than to attempt to take dark-colored walls back to white to prime them for painting.

How much you can expect to spend on wallpaper

Wallpaper can cost anywhere from $5 per roll to over $100, but most cost between $20-$50. Roll size varies, so factor this in to see whether you’re getting a good deal.

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