Cork wallpaper for walls: features, types, photos in the interior, combination, design

What is cork wallpaper?

Cork wallpaper is an absolutely natural, harmless material made from oak bark. Cork coating is made in three variations: wallpaper, panels and rolls. The first type has a paper or non-woven base under the cork surface. The coating has a poor color palette in warm colors, differing only in shades.

Production technology

Cork wallpapers are made from oak bark, which is removed from the trunk every decade, after which the tree continues to live and begins to grow again. The bark is crushed and pressed at high temperature, during which an adhesive substance is produced, due to which the resulting material is applied to the base from non-woven or paper.

Characteristic

Cork sheets have quite convenient parameters, which are somewhat different from ordinary wallpaper coatings.

Features

Cork coverings is an absolutely natural surface, which gives them the right to be considered harmless, which means they are suitable for decorating children's rooms and are not afraid of allergy sufferers.

• Unlike many other materials, cork wallpapers boast high noise insulation performance.
• An important feature is the ability to retain heat in cold weather and vice versa, cool in the heat of the street.

Cork wallpapers can be divided into two types, those that are waxed and not. Such materials differ in price and characteristics. A surface protected by wax does not absorb odors, but is of great value. Cloths without a protective coating are called porous, they are not recommended for decoration of the kitchen and rooms where there may be unpleasant odors.

What types are there?

Paper or non-woven

The most common type of cork wallpaper. The material is not difficult to repair and has a relatively low cost compared to plates and rolls. As with other types of wallpaper, in this case there is a basis on which oak veneer is applied after passing through the preparation procedure.

Self adhesive

The coating has a base of adhesive paper and a protective film. The cork is applied directly over the paper. This type of coating greatly simplifies the work. When finishing, it is especially necessary to carefully apply the canvas to the surface of the walls and accurately measure the joints, since there will be no possibility to correct them.

In addition to walls, self-adhesive wallpaper, you can trim door and window openings or update furniture.

Without foundation

The most environmentally friendly, but at the same time very fragile material. The base performs a binding and strengthening function; this type of canvas does not provide for it. The coating is made from pressed pieces of wood bark, which are glued together by a substance released during heating.

Liquid

Liquid cork wallpaper is packaged and sold as a mixture, which consists of crumbs of oak bark and acrylic-based substances. This type of decoration can decorate the inside of the building and the exterior.

The composition is applied to the wall with a spatula or spray, the tool is determined by the desired final effect.

On the picture kids room with a classic design. The decoration and filling of the room is designed in warm colors from light beige to brown.

Pros and cons

Cork coverings have many advantages. However, the disadvantages should also be considered when choosing a material.

Photo in the interior of the rooms

In the hallway

Given the ease of maintenance, cork wallpapers will be one of the best ways to decorate the hallway. The material can be combined with other types of wallpaper. Using self-adhesive wallpaper you can decorate the most vulnerable to pollution places.

To the kitchen

To finish the kitchen, it is worth using cork wallpapers with a wax coating, otherwise they will quickly absorb odors. Since the material is not afraid of moisture, wallpaper can be used to finish the work area, namely the apron. The decoration of the dining area will also be successful; natural material will make the interior more comfortable.

On the picture minimalistic kitchen in bright colors. The corner wall, decorated with cork wallpaper, is convenient for placing children's drawings and souvenirs.

To the bedroom

An interesting way to decorate the bedroom. Cork wallpapers have a soft warm surface and are perfect for decorating the bedside zone, for example, at the head of the bed. Cork coating will harmoniously look in the interior of a modern, country and eco style.

On the balcony

A good selection of material for the balcony and loggia. Cork wallpapers are not afraid of bright light and high humidity, in addition, they will relieve street noise. Coloring allows you to design the interior in a light or dark palette. Finishing can be combined with other materials, such as liquid wallpaper or wood panels.

In the living room

Cork wallpapers will support the natural theme in the interior of the living room or hall. Finishing can be done around the entire perimeter of the room or only certain areas can be distinguished, for example, behind a TV or sofa.

Using self-adhesive wallpaper, you can decorate some elements or cut out some figure that decorates the wall, such as a tree.

In the nursery

For a children's room, cork wallpapers are good in many ways. Firstly, it is an environmentally friendly material, you can not be afraid of allergic reactions or harmful substances.

On the picture children's room. The wall is decorated with houses carved from self-adhesive wallpaper.

The material will maintain a comfortable environment by keeping warm or cool, and the surface of the walls will always be warm and soft. The appearance of the wallpaper allows you to decorate the nursery in different styles.

What can be combined with?

Bamboo coating harmoniously coexists with other finishing materials, especially successful combinations are obtained with natural materials. Given the texture of the material, the design will not be artsy and overloaded.

• With bamboo wallpaper. Closely related materials look like a whole. Finishing will look good in the hallway, living room and on the balcony.
• With other types of wallpaper. Cork can be combined with other types of wallpaper, such as paper, non-woven or vinyl. Given the longevity of the cork web and the short life of paper wallpaper, this is not the most practical combination. Non-woven or vinyl will be a more suitable choice, and a variety of colors and textures will make the interior more interesting.

  

• With wood paneling. Materials close in nature are successfully combined in the interior of a balcony, hallway, living room or dining room. Both materials are practical and durable.

  

• With plaster. Smooth plastered wall will look good with textured cork. This combination can decorate the living room, bedroom or hallway. The combination is neutral, calm.

  

• With stone or brick. The stone will stand out against the background of cork wallpaper. The combination is suitable for hallways, balconies or living rooms.

  

Presentation in various styles

Country

Given the peculiarities of the stylistic direction, cork coating will successfully fit into a cozy rustic style. The interior uses natural materials both for decoration and for filling the room. Walls can be decorated with a combination of cork and wooden planks, plaster, or another type of wallpaper.

On the picture kitchen interior in country style.

Eco style

When creating a design in an eco-style, natural materials are used. Combinations can be varied, for example, with a raw tree. You can fully bring eco-style to life in spacious rooms.

Ethnic style

Ethnic style is filled with mystery and unusual details. Subdued lighting and themed decorative elements complete the picture of the interior.

The interior can combine cork and vinyl wallpapers with a beautiful pattern or imitation of Venetian plaster.

Loft

The walls of the urban style will look equally harmonious with and without trim. Cork will make the interior of the loft softer and more comfortable, while maintaining the “zest” of the stylistic direction.

Pattern and colors

The color palette of the cork coating does not differ in variety, however, it allows you to finish in light or dark colors. Gamma starts from light gray and sand and ends with dark brown and ocher.

The pattern may differ, the surface is homogeneous, with intersperses and different densities. To give color, the surface can be painted or varnished.

Custom surface finishes

In addition to walls, cork can decorate other surfaces and decorative elements. Also, with the help of self-adhesive cloths, you can update some pieces of furniture, thereby making them unique.

Ceiling

An unusual way of decoration will make the design of the room more interesting. For standard low rooms it is better to use a coating of light shade. In this case, the finish will not visually lower the ceilings, but will only stand out with an unusual texture.

On the picture Interior in a modern style. A strip of cork wallpaper on the ceiling visually stretches the space, while not making it dark.

It looks interesting cork wall decoration, passing to the ceiling. This technique makes the room higher and unites the planes.

Interior doors

The interior door can be updated and made more interesting by decorating it with self-adhesive wallpaper. In addition to the aesthetic side, the coating will increase the noise insulation performance of the door. Decoration can be done by decorating the door completely or by decorating it with partially carved figures.

On the picture living room with sophisticated wall decoration of cork, liquid wallpaper and mirrors. The combination of materials makes the space more and more interesting.

How to glue?

What glue?

The cork is a sufficiently heavy material, in order to keep it firmly on the wall, it is necessary to use a special adhesive. There is glue for cork, it takes into account all the nuances of the material. In the absence of the possibility of acquiring such an adhesive, you can choose another composition designed for heavy types of coatings. You can also use acrylic-based glue.

Sticking technology

The technique of working with cork wallpaper is somewhat different from other types and has its own nuances.

1. Before gluing, it is necessary to prepare the surface. To do this, the wall is cleaned of the old finish, leveled and primed.
2. With the help of a level or a plumb line, a vertical line is marked, which will serve as a ruler for evenly gluing the paintings. The line is marked from the middle of the wall and is equal to the width of the canvas.
3. It is necessary to prepare the material. Wallpaper is cut into paintings of the desired length, after which they must be left for some time to lie down on the floor.
4. Glue is applied to the wall, to a part equal to the width of the canvas, after which the strip of wallpaper is pressed to the surface.
5. Cloths are glued butt end-to-end starting from a horizontal line on both sides.
6. If the glue got on the front side of the canvas, then it must be allowed to dry and carefully removed.

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Cleaning and care

Cleaning and preventive maintenance is done with a damp cloth or sponge. You can use a vacuum cleaner or dry cloth. Chemical and abrasive detergents should be avoided. Heavy contamination can be removed with sandpaper.

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Given the characteristics of the material, we can confidently say that this is a great option for interior decoration. Not every coating can boast such high rates with respect to humidity and sunlight. Cork coating can be decorated not only living rooms, but also a balcony or loggia.