:war of the walls War of the Walls
There are three main types of wallpaper:
• Un-pasted paper, which needs to have paste applied prior to hanging. This is becoming redundant thanks to the
advances in wallpaper technology. • Pre-pasted paper, which simply needs water applied to activate the paste. • Paste the wall (non- woven) uses special backing containing polyester fibres which means the paper is dimensionally stable – in other words, it doesn't expand when wet. This allows the paper to be hung dry from the roll and reduces the installation time. Also the paper can be easily removed when redecorating is required.
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For those wanting something a little more exciting than what traditional painting offers, wallpaper is making a chic revival
WITH WALLPAPER THERE ARE a number of 'do it yourself' options or existing products that will create an eye-catching visual display. The primary advantages these wall hangings have over paint are texture and design range. Whether you are wanting a brave new feature wall in your home or office space or if you are planning on going the full nine yards and covering room after room, wallpaper is definitely the way to go.
Above: Ferm LIVING wall stickers from Denmark Coat Tree $199 from The Paper Room
1) BUY BY THE ROLL
Whether you're looking for bold, graphic, floral or art nouveau there is an extensive and attainable world of designer wallpapers out there. Fashion wallpaper will transform your walls, rooms, and home into a stylish display of modern art. My top picks are from Florence Broadhurst and Genevieve Packer – they're to die for! SHOP ONLINE: www.signatureprints.com.au/florence- broadhurst www.genevievepacker.com www.resene.co.nz/wallpaper www.paperhands.co.nz
Left (from top to bottom): Heads and Tails, Scenic Retro, Flights of Fancy Designs from www.genevievepacker.com
