Acrylic wallpaper on the walls: features of decoration, types, gluing, photo in the interior

What is acrylic wallpaper?

The material is a two-layer coating, paper or vinyl and acrylic. Foamed acrylic is applied on a paper base using the dotted method, according to the same principle as on vinyl wallpapers. As a result, an air breathing relief pattern is formed on the surface. The polymer coating is safe for interior decoration, acrylic does not emit harmful substances.

The main differences from vinyl

Acrylic wallpapers are similar in characteristics and method of production with vinyl. However, they still have some differences.

• Acrylic and vinyl coatings have different thicknesses of the top layer, for vinyl it is 4 mm, for acrylic only two. This fact affects the wear resistance of the coating.
• Acrylic coating has a lower cost,
• Acrylic wallpapers have less moisture resistance.

Pros and cons

Like any finishing material, acrylic coating has its advantages and disadvantages. Comparing all the characteristics of the material and the room, you can decide on this type of finish.

Types and characteristics

Paper based

Eco-friendly material. Canvases with a paper base can be used to decorate a children's room and bedroom. However, this type with the lowest strength, the service life of the coating is low. When pasting, the adhesive is applied to the surface of the walls and to the segment of wallpaper, after which they are immediately connected. Paper does not interact well with liquids, so finishing work needs to be done sequentially and quickly.

Non-woven

Acrylic non-woven wallpaper is stronger than paper. The elastic first layer is durable and able to withstand even a crack formed in the wall. Non-woven wallpaper is easier to glue, they do not need to be accurately measured, as with a paper type, the remainder is cut off after pasting.

Liquid wallpaper

Liquid acrylic wallpaper is in its original form a dry mixture, which is diluted with glue before work. The surface after application has no seams and looks like plaster. In order to ensure maximum adhesion of the surfaces, the walls must be primed before applying the material. This procedure also helps to avoid mold and mildew.

On the picture attic converted to a nursery. Wall decoration is made with liquid wallpaper with acrylic spraying in bright colors.

Sticking Acrylic Wallpaper

What glue to use?

There is no fundamental difference between gluing acrylic, paper or vinyl wallpapers. They all "sit" on glue on a pre-prepared surface. The glue will suit the one that is designed for vinyl wallpaper, but it would be better to choose the one recommended by the manufacturer, since it will take into account all the nuances of the material.

Step-by-step instruction

The work of gluing acrylic wallpaper is carried out in several stages. It has no fundamental difference with other wallpapers or individual difficulties. For best results, it is necessary to close all windows, doors and get rid of drafts in the apartment until the walls completely dry.

1. Cleaning the walls. It is necessary to remove the old coating.

   

2. Primer. The walls are primed for better adhesion of the material to the walls. If necessary, fill cracks and irregularities with putty, after which the surface is primed again.

   

3. We are preparing the adhesive composition. On the packaging, the process of diluting glue is quite clearly described. Depending on the manufacturer, it may differ slightly, therefore, before proceeding with its preparation, it is necessary to familiarize yourself with the instructions in detail.

   

4. Measurements and preparation of strips. For this, the length of the walls is measured and strips of the desired length are cut from the roll of wallpaper, adding a few centimeters to the reserve. This preparation simplifies and streamlines the gluing process.

   

5. Marks on the wall. Before you start work, you need to measure an even vertical strip equal to the width of the wallpaper. The vertical mark is measured using a level or plumb line, it allows you to glue the wallpaper exactly vertically, without “filling up” the strip.

   

6. Glue is applied to the wallpaper strip and the wall with a brush or roller and left to soak for a while, after which the canvas is applied and fixed to the wall. Acrylic paper-based wallpapers do not require time after applying the adhesive, and immediately stick to the wall.

   

7. Smoothing. After gluing, the wall is smoothed with a soft cloth or brush. A plastic spatula for this type of wallpaper is not suitable, it can damage the surface structure.

   

8. After drying, you can remove excess wallpaper.

   

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Care and cleaning

Any surface in the house requires periodic maintenance, since dust settles on them, albeit without obvious visual signs. Walls are no exception. Acrylic coating has some features for care, however, like any other. Observing the simplest rules for care, the service of acrylic canvases can be extended, and the appearance preserved in its original form.

• Acrylic spraying “does not tolerate” abrasive cleaners and rough brushes,
• cleaning is done with gentle gentle movements,
• as a preventive measure, just walk with a soft brush or dry cloth,
• this is not washable wallpaper, but for wet cleaning you can use a damp soft cloth,
• water, or rather a sponge moistened in it, will help get rid of the stain,
• for "complex" spots, you can use special fluids for acrylic surfaces.

Photo in the interior

Acrylic wallpaper will look harmoniously in the interior of any room, texture and unusual relief will be a good design for classic and modern design.

On the picture bedroom with acrylic wallpaper finished in powder color.

The ability to paint the surface allows you to choose the perfect tone. Acrylic wallpapers will look good in the interior of any room.

The environmental friendliness of the material allows it to be used in any room, and therefore in a children's room.

On the picture bedroom in a modern style. The geometry of the wall decoration makes the room visually wider.