Sticking Rules
When decorating a loggia or balcony, it is worth considering a number of factors that in the future will help to keep the work done as long as possible.
- In a warm, heated balcony, you can use any type of decoration without fear that the wallpaper will move away from the walls,
- In an unheated room, the temperature should not fall below 5 degrees, for this, lay a heater under the wallpaper,
- To avoid unpleasant surprises, you should pay attention to the permissible moisture level, it is registered on all types of wallpaper,
- It is necessary to choose a durable moisture-resistant material, simple paper wallpapers are not suitable for decoration,
- The most vulnerable place will be where there is a crack or roughness, so the walls of the loggia should be leveled,
- Before gluing, it is necessary to prepare the surface, putty, sand and primer,
- Finishing with wallpaper is only suitable for a glazed loggia or balcony.
What wallpaper can be glued on the balcony?
Cullet
Reliable and durable material. Cullets have high moisture resistance, which is important for a loggia, as well as the surface has fire-resistant qualities. Wallpaper for painting have a different texture, in the dim light a game of shadows is formed. Quality wallpapers can be repainted several times, thereby updating the design of the balcony.
Liquid
Externally, liquid wallpaper resembles plaster or fabric coating, it looks unusual and impressive. For a loggia, liquid wallpaper will be a good option, for application they do not require a perfectly even surface, however, it should be borne in mind that they are "afraid" of moisture, respectively, they must be used in a dry room. The material goes well with another type of wallpaper, stone, brick and wood.
Liquid wallpaper is different from the usual in the usual sense, they are a powder that is diluted before application. In external qualities, the material is not inferior to other coatings and has an antistatic effect. In order to increase their tolerance to moisture, it is enough to coat the surface with varnish.
Photowall-paper
3D drawing or just a beautiful image will make a balcony or a loggia unusual. A photograph or drawing can be combined with other finishing materials, thereby supporting the interior in a single style.
Perspective images will visually increase the space of the loggia and will look spectacular. However, the paint on the photo wallpaper may fade in the sun over time, which will require updating the interior. The best place to apply them will be the wall on which the light falls the least.
Bamboo
The wallpaper has an eco-friendly composition and consists of different parts of the bamboo stalk. The material has several basic colors: beige, green, tortie and dark. Wallpaper is easy to care for, it does not fade in the sun and is resistant to mechanical damage. In addition, the bamboo cloth can be attributed to washing, which has an advantage in the conditions of the loggia. The design is unusual and beautiful.
Cork
Another eco-friendly and hypoallergenic material for finishing the loggia. Cork sheets have heat and sound insulation properties. The surface does not fade in the sun and is not “afraid” of moisture. Wallpaper has a nice soft and warm surface. The material is sold in two versions: in rolls on a fabric basis and in the form of a cork board.
For painting
Any wallpaper for painting will require a color update, as the paint eventually loses its visual quality in the sun. This option is suitable for those who like a change of scenery. A quality canvas is capable of withstanding multiple colors. In one room you can combine different colors and finishes.
Non-woven
Subject to a number of rules at the stage of gluing, non-woven wallpaper will last quite a long time. To do this, it is necessary to prepare the wall surface for gluing, select the correct glue and follow the procedure for applying glue to the walls. The surface of the non-woven wallpaper is embossed, may have a different pattern. Often they are made for painting, which over time will require updating.
Color scheme
Beige
A practical and versatile color that is suitable for interior decoration in any style and for different sizes. Beige walls will not steal space, but, on the contrary, will visually add it.
Color is combined with any shade of furniture and textiles; on the balcony, a duet from a white forged coffee table and chairs will look equally harmonious, and a compact wenge sofa. Beige color can be in classic wallpaper, bamboo or cork.
Brown
Warm saturated color will look good in spacious well-lit balconies and loggias.
Brown can be combined with other wallpapers or decorative elements, such as contrasting light moldings.
Burgundy
Wallpaper can be plain, with a beautiful pattern or imitation of brickwork. The color is bright, suitable for finishing the sunny side.
It can also be used for partial decoration of a room, for example, one of the walls.
Gray
Light gray color brightens the room, thereby visually making it more spacious. The cold shade is suitable for finishing the south side, which often receives sunlight, it will muffle it a bit, refreshing the loggia or balcony.
Gray color is well suited for decoration with imitation of different materials, such as brick, bleached wood or stone.
Green
The green color will give the freshness of the greenery lacking in urban conditions. Any shade of green favorably affects the psychological state of a person, will soothe and give a positive mood.
The shade is juicy and warm, it will look good in balconies with windows to the north side. Green color will decorate the room in the form of ordinary wallpaper or bamboo.
Design Ideas for the Loggia
Under the tree
Eco theme is very relevant, it will look harmoniously in the decoration of any room and the balcony is no exception. Wallpaper with imitation of wooden lining or panels will save time spent on decoration, and the area of the room.
The variety of choice of drawing allows you to choose the best option for the design of the loggia, given its features, such as brightness and area. In addition, natural wood reacts to changes in temperature and humidity, drying up or swelling, wallpaper allows you to avoid this.
Under the brick
Brick imitation finishes can be any color. Brick painted in light color is suitable for decoration of a small balcony or loggia, you get a cozy atmosphere in the style of Provence. It is better to use a dark brick for a spacious room, the interior will be bright, with notes of a loft.
Brick-mimicking finish saves space, in addition, if desired, the design will be much easier to change.
Under the stone
Finishing under a stone will look good in combination with other methods of finishing, for example, liquid wallpaper. In this case, the balcony will have its own “zest”, while not losing its area. In addition, wallpapering with imitation stone significantly saves the budget during repairs, since natural stone has a fairly high cost.
Flowers and plants
On the balcony you can create a real atmosphere of the Garden of Eden by decorating it with wallpaper with a floral or floral pattern. The picture can correspond to different styles, for example, realistic ornate patterns will decorate the classic, Provence and Shabby-chic style. Abstract drawings decorate the modern interior of the balcony.
3D wallpapers will help to visually make the balcony more spacious and brighter. In the color of bright sunlight, this design will look especially attractive.
Geometry
Geometric patterns help to correct the imperfections of the balcony. Vertical stripes will make the low balcony visually higher, horizontal or diagonal patterns, on the contrary, will “push apart” the walls.
This technique will work on any background. Also it can be photo wallpaper, they will add volume to the room.
Making a small / narrow balcony
For a balcony, the same principles apply as for any other room. The light color scheme visually increases the space of a narrow balcony, while the dark one conceals it.
Volumetric and vibrant drawings will also visually reduce the volume of the room, and geometric shapes, such as stripes, will “stretch” or “expand” the balcony, depending on the direction.
Photo gallery
Even the smallest balcony can be designed in such a way that it will become a paradise inside the house, where it will be nice to spend time with morning coffee and evening sunset. The correct selection of color and pattern of wallpaper will adjust the perception of light and space, and cute decorative details will complete the image of the loggia and support a single style.