Instead of paint and wallpaper: 10 innovative materials for finishing walls in an apartment
Interior design does not stand still, so new finishing materials are constantly appearing.
In particular, now it is not necessary to stop only at traditional paint and wallpaper if your heart is not in them.
Yulia Tychino, an expert of the online publication TUT NOVOSTI on issues of interior design and interior design, will tell you what other materials are used for finishing walls in an apartment.
10 types of innovative finishing materials
If you are afraid of the weight of lining or other finishing materials made of solid wood, laminate will be an excellent alternative. Externally, it is almost indistinguishable from wood, but at the same time it is easy to install, lighter and will cost less.
And if ecology is your top priority, then you should pay attention to cork. This material also acts as an additional insulating layer.
Eco-friendly options also include a green wall, the basis of which is stabilized or living plants.
You can also use pebbles, the process of facing which is quite labor-intensive, but the result is worth it.
Leather and fabric panels add coziness thanks to their soft structure, and gypsum panels will become a real highlight of loft and industrial styles.
By the way, decorative brick and metal panels, which can be used to cover an accent wall, are also appropriate in these styles.
Photo wallpaper is considered to be outdated. However, among modern materials, you can choose a stylish option that will be an excellent option for an accent wall in the room.
