What is it?
Stereoscopic wallpapers are wallpapers with three-dimensional three-dimensional image, a very effective way of decorating walls. An analogy can be drawn with stereo sound when it surrounds creating the illusion of complete immersion.
The coating is a film on which the image is applied in several layers, from dark to light. Our vision “pushes” dark colors to the background, while light colors are perceived first and foremost, so in the overall picture we see a realistic 3D picture. Production is carried out using computer simulation and multi-layer application of paint.
Features
The main feature of stereoscopic wallpapers is the visual effect, which is achieved by the features of the perception of information by the human eye and the special technique of drawing. All the beauty and visual volume of the picture are visible only at a distance, upon close examination, the image will be ordinary and flat.
Advantages and disadvantages
Decorating with stereoscopic wallpaper is a very interesting method, but not suitable for every room.
pros | Minuses |
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Visually increases the area of the room | Not suitable for decorating a small room |
Resistant to sunlight | High price |
Moisture resistant | A perfectly flat wall is required. |
Ability to apply any image | If damaged, the picture cannot be restored. |
Types of stereoscopic photo wallpaper
Panoramic
Stereoscopic wallpapers with panoramic images can decorate several walls of a room. The canvases are much larger than ordinary wallpapers and can reach 10 meters, which allows you to do without joints and get the perfect picture. Finishing several walls at once will help to completely "plunge" into the atmosphere of a realistic image.
Fluorescent
The composition of stereoscopic fluorescent wallpaper includes a special powder that begins to glow in the dark under the influence of ultraviolet lamps. The painting with coloring powder is applied to the already prepared canvas. This method of decoration will be interesting to look in the bedroom and children's room.
LED
Stereoscopic wallpapers are equipped with built-in LEDs forming a pattern, which in turn can change. Such wallpapers also serve as additional lighting and are controlled using the remote control. The coating has a high cost and quite fragile.
Single
Small stereoscopic wallpapers are called single, such canvases are more used as decor as paintings or panels and decorate only part of the wall. Single canvases can be framed in a frame or decorate a wall as a mural.
Geometric
Stereoscopic wallpaper with geometry is most often used in combination with plain coatings, otherwise the interior of the room risks becoming too overloaded. The best option would be a full finish of one of the walls.
In the interior of the rooms
For the living room
The hall is the place of the most frequent stay in the house, the decor and decoration in it should be comfortable, but at the same time you can afford more daring ideas than for example in the bedroom. Panoramic stereoscopic wallpapers, bright colors and paintings with different characters will be appropriate to look in the living room.
For kitchen
Stereoscopic wallpapers in the kitchen should be conducive to pleasant communication and eating. For this, you can use rich and vibrant colors, while they should not be aggressive, but rather attractive. For wall decoration, photos of ripe fruits or berries, a beautiful landscape or sea theme are perfect.
For the bedroom
The image for the bedroom can be soothing, exciting, romantic or neutral, but not aggressive. Being in the bedroom should be comfortable, it is here that a person gains strength and gets rid of fatigue, the situation should contribute to this.
For a children's room
Stereoscopic wallpapers are a real find for a children's room. Favorite characters of cartoons and fairy tales become almost real, and the room resembles a fairy tale world. In this way, you can help your child develop in a playful way.
In the corridor
In small corridors, stereoscopic wallpapers with a perspective will help to increase space, this technique is well known to designers and works without fail.
Design Ideas and Drawings
Flowers
A fairly common type of pattern for wallpaper. But with stereoscopic wallpaper, the image can sparkle with new colors, the style of the picture will convey the mood of the house and create the desired mood, for example, the lotus flower has a calming and pacifying effect, and a rose, depending on color and bud, will symbolize passion or innocence.
Nature
Stereoscopic wallpaper is perhaps the best way to convey the beauty of nature to the maximum, a three-dimensional image allows you to completely immerse yourself in the atmosphere of a bamboo forest, to be at the beginning of a vast field or to feel the power of the sea. Flowering trees or the tree of life make you think about the beautiful and distract from routine problems.
Symbols and hieroglyphs
A variety of hieroglyphs or symbols create an authentic atmosphere. This kind of pattern will look good in Japanese, ethnic and modern style.
Cities
The view of the big city can inspire or, on the contrary, reassure. The panoramic image of the vibrant city will be a great option for a stylish loft or high-tech living room. Views of Venice or Paris, on the contrary, give a romantic mood and will look good in the bedroom or kitchen.
Buildings and constructions
Street constructions and high-rise buildings correspond to the style of a big city. One of the walls, decorated with stereoscopic wallpaper with the image of stairs or a tunnel, will be a harmonious addition to the urban design of the loft.
Geometry
Complex or simple geometric shapes with volumetric effect are suitable for designing different directions. The restrained color scheme is suitable for decoration of a Scandinavian and minimalistic design, dark and colorful drawings will decorate the hi-tech and modern style.
Abstraction
An exceptionally modern way of interior decoration. Abstraction is suitable for finishing an office, a nursery or a living room. Stylish design complemented by minimalist furniture with straight shapes.
Animals and birds
Realistic animals and birds will be a good solution for decorating a children's room or a modern living room design. The character of the picture can be cute, bewitching with its beauty, aggressive or brutal. When choosing an animal for a certain interior, it is worth considering this.
Angels
It would seem that such cute creatures may well become an adornment for completely different stylistic trends.The picture can be depicted in the style of anime, vintage or in the classic sense.
Photo ideas in various styles
Classic
Typically, the classic style does not use murals, vibrant colors and large large drawings. Stereoscopic wallpapers will push the design of a classic room to another level. On the walls can be depicted beautiful antique columns, large stucco moldings or realistic murals.
Modern style
For an interior with a modern design, there will be much more options that will look harmonious. The image can be realistic, fantasy or abstract and applied to the accent wall or several at once.
Provence
Stereoscopic wallpaper for the interior of Provence should convey the atmosphere of the French village, its charm and the beauty of nature. A panorama of lavender fields or a large image of a small bouquet will decorate the wall of a living room or a cozy kitchen.
Loft
The urban design will be decorated with stereoscopic wallpapers with the image of big cities, bridges, brick or concrete walls. The picture will look equally well in color and in black and white.
High tech
The stylish direction is not distinguished by an abundance of details and bright elements. The interior is ultramodern and maximally functional. Stereoscopic wallpapers will become the accented object of the room. An image in the form of a wall broken into large fragments, an abstraction or a realistic stormy sky will successfully complement the hi-tech interior.
To expand the space
Wall mural is a well-known and effective way to increase the visual space of a room. The volumetric image is perceived by us literally, thereby creating the feeling of the continuation of the room outside the wall. However, stereoscopic wallpapers will not give the desired effect in a too small room, since at close range the picture is perceived as an ordinary flat pattern.
Features of use on the ceiling
Stereoscopic wallpapers can be used not only for walls, the ceiling can also become the main object of attention in the design of the apartment. A three-dimensional picture is able to increase the height of the ceiling with an original visual effect. Fluorescent and LED wallpapers will look interesting, in this way you can decorate a children's room or bedroom.
How to glue?
Which glue is better to choose?
Stereoscopic wallpapers are of several types. More precisely, they can have different bases, paper, non-woven, polyester, fabric, vinyl or self-adhesive film. When choosing glue, you need to take this into account and take one that corresponds to this particular type.
Step-by-step instruction
Sticking stereoscopically wallpaper does not require any special skills, but it will not be easy to “cope” with them alone. To obtain the perfect result, the canvas must be glued with extreme accuracy, the slightest deviation will spoil the whole picture.
- Before gluing stereoscopic wallpapers, you should prepare a flat surface of the walls or ceiling. For this, a standard plaster and primer procedure is carried out.
- Prepare the sheets in the gluing order. If quick-drying glue is used, this will greatly simplify the work.
- Before proceeding with gluing, it is necessary to make markings, namely, draw a vertical line on the wall. This will help to avoid “blocking” the canvas.
- Glue is applied only to the wall. After that, the canvas is applied and smoothed from top to bottom.
Do not forget about the importance of isolating the room from drafts.
Video Guide
Selection tips
- When choosing, it is worth considering that this picture will be constantly in sight for several years, it should create the most comfortable atmosphere, and not be a spontaneous decision.
- It must be remembered that the stereoscopic effect is visible from a distance, so for the design of a small room this is not the best solution.
- The image should match the style in the interior and be in harmony with the pieces of furniture.
- It is also advisable to take into account the psychological perception of color and pictures, an aggressive pattern and some colors can negatively affect a person’s mood with constant contact.
Rules for cleaning and care
Maintaining cleanliness in the house is not difficult, stereoscopic wallpapers do not require much care, but still have some nuances.
- Wipe the surface with a slightly damp cloth.
- You can use a dry cloth with regular cleaning.
- In order to remove the stain, you can use a non-acidic cleaning agent,
- Do not part with wet cleaning. This is done as necessary, not more than once a month.
Photo gallery
Stereoscopic wallpaper is an effective type of decoration, the room will be different from the usual repair and will acquire individuality. Also, stereoscopic wallpapers will be a wonderful choice for a child’s room, making the interior bright and colorful.