How to glue washable wallpaper in the bathroom. What wallpaper to choose for the bathroom

How to glue washable wallpaper in the bathroom. What wallpaper to choose for the bathroom - types and features

August 7, 2016
Specialization: Capital construction works (foundation laying, wall erection, roof construction, etc.). Internal construction work (laying of internal communications, rough and final finishing). Hobbies: mobile communications, high technologies, computer technology, programming.

I have been working as a builder for several decades and have the opportunity to observe the evolution of finishing materials. And recently I noticed that wallpaper for the bathroom, which for a couple of decades had been undeservedly forgotten, are becoming popular again.

Therefore, I decided to devote today's material to the question of which wallpaper is suitable for decorating a bathroom with your own hands. Naturally, we will not talk about low-quality products produced by the printing houses of the USSR, but about innovative finishing materials with unique performance characteristics.

The ability to use wallpaper in the bathroom

First of all, I want to touch on the issue of the advisability of using this type of finish in sanitary facilities, the microclimate of which is characterized by high humidity and significant temperature fluctuations in the air.

Leaving the aesthetic side of this issue for a while, I can name several reasons at once why wallpaper for the bathroom I personally consider one of the best decorative materials:

The price of wallpaper is less than the cost of tiles or other similar facing materials. Moreover, the entire repair will cost you less, since wallpapering the walls is a less laborious process than installing ceramics.
For pasting walls with wallpaper, it is not at all necessary to involve a professional in the work. You can do all the work yourself. Moreover, the process will not take as much time as it seems at first glance.
In specialized stores of finishing materials, there is such a large assortment of wallpapers that with their help you can make any design fantasy a reality. Moreover, this finishing material is perfectly combined with tiles, and with plastic panels, and with plaster.

Wallpaper is easily glued to the walls, just as easy to dismantle. Therefore, if you have a desire to change the interior of the bathroom, you will also not spend a lot of money or a lot of time on this operation. You can complete all the work within one or two days, the instructions for pasting canvases are quite simple, it will not be difficult to prepare a surprise for your loved ones.

Of course, there are also a few disadvantages that limit the use of bathroom wallpaper. The most important are:

poor tolerance to moisture and direct contact with water;
high coefficient of water absorption;
danger of the adhesive layer developing on the decorative surface of the wallpaper.

However, all this can be easily avoided if you know what kind of wallpaper you need to glue in the bathroom. This is what I want to tell you in as much detail as possible in the next section. I will warn you right away that here I will not dwell on how to glue the wallpaper. This is a topic for a separate material, look for it on our website.

Varieties of wallpaper for bathroom decoration

So, the time has come to tell you what wallpaper can be glued. In sanitary facilities, due to the specifics of the microclimate, it is necessary to use waterproof wallpapers that do not change their operational properties during the entire period of operation.

I will describe the most common types of waterproof wallpaper.

Washable paper backed

The easiest and most inexpensive wallpaper option is paper-based washable. These are classic paper sheets, painted in a single color or decorated with various patterns, on the surface of which a waterproof layer of hydrophobic materials is applied. Thanks to this, the material perfectly tolerates operation in conditions of high humidity, does not absorb water and is easily cleaned of dirt.

I myself have washed this decorative material more than once with soapy water and a household detergent, and also wiped it with a damp cloth to get rid of stains. At the same time, their appearance did not suffer in any way, and the drawing retained its clarity.

The big plus of this look is the huge variety of colors and patterns that adorn the bathroom design. In addition, the waterproof film gives the surface of the material a gloss that reflects light from lighting fixtures. This visually enlarges the bathroom space of old apartment buildings. After all, there they do not differ in space.

I also want to say that the waterproof film on washable wallpaper prevents moisture from penetrating into the paper base of the wallpaper. That is, air infiltration through the enclosing structures is disrupted and the walls cease to "breathe". Therefore, if you are going to glue washable wallpaper for the bathroom, take care of good ventilation with a powerful electric fan.

Paper wallpapers are the cheapest option, but not the best. Therefore, I do not want to dwell on their description for too long and will immediately move on to more advanced options both in terms of technical characteristics and in terms of appearance.

Vinyl

The term "vinyl wallpaper" refers to a finishing material consisting of two layers:

upper decorative - it is made in polyvinyl chloride, painted in different colors and has a different relief;
substrates made of paper or non-woven - with its help, the wallpaper is fixed to the surface.

Depending on the materials used, the strength and durability of the finish is determined. Non-woven wallpaper is more durable, so I advise you to buy them for finishing the bathroom.

Moreover, you can choose finishing options that imitate ceramic bricks, tiles, wood or facade plaster. Bathroom design options only depend on your artistic taste.

I would like to note another important advantage of vinyl waterproof wallpaper - good soundproofing properties. The wallpaper perfectly absorbs sound waves, so the rest of the inhabitants of the apartment will not be disturbed by the noise of the water and opera singing coming from the shower stall.

There are several types of vinyl wallpaper on sale, which differ from each other depending on the characteristics of the top decorative layer. Personally, I used the following types of wallpaper for decoration:

Foam vinyl... Finishing material with high aesthetic qualities. It can be easily painted in any color and cleaned with household detergents. In addition, when glued, it is able to mask small defects and irregularities in the base.

The disadvantage of vinyl wall-paper made of foamed vinyl is a high coefficient of water absorption. The porous surface absorbs moisture and is difficult to part with it. Therefore, it is necessary to take measures to ventilate the bathroom.

Made from heavyweight vinyl. In this case, the surface of the wallpaper is quite dense and absolutely smooth. Most often, I have come across such wallpapers that imitate mineral surfaces: brickwork or a savage stone.

Thanks to the dense structure of the vinyl surface, the wallpaper is very easy to maintain. The material does not fade in the sun, so if you have a window in your bathroom, you don't have to worry about the preservation of the bright color of the chosen finish.

Some people ask if it is possible to glue vinyl wallpaper in an enclosed bathroom, because it can release chemicals that are harmful to health. I will immediately answer that all modern vinyl wallpapers are made using environmentally friendly technologies and do not harm health under normal operating conditions.

Made from hard vinyl. Wallpaper on a non-woven base, the top layer of which is characterized by increased density and strength, as a result of which it perfectly tolerates external mechanical stress.

Solid vinyl wallpaper imitates tile, decorative plaster and upholstery fabrics.

Silk-screen printing. This is the most attractive variety of vinyl wallpaper. In appearance and texture, the surface of this finish resembles silk, and the pattern is applied by hot stamping.

The result is a thin wallpaper with which you can effectively and richly decorate any room, including the bathroom. At the same time, all the operational properties of vinyl wallpaper, such as strength, durability and water resistance, are fully preserved.

So that you can make your own decision about using this type of finish in the bathroom, I will list the pros and cons of vinyl wallpaper.

I'll start with the benefits:

First of all, it is an amazing appearance. And I'm talking not only about the variety of colors and shades, but also about interesting textures. I pasted wallpaper in the bathroom, which an inexperienced person might confuse with tiles or ceramic bricks.
After such a finish, the walls acquire a volume, due to which it is possible to hide minor irregularities and other surface imperfections.
Complete water and air tightness. The material does not absorb water (with the exception of some varieties) and does not allow air saturated with water vapor to enter the paper backing.
This extends the service life of the material, but disrupts the natural regulation of the indoor climate. To get rid of excess moisture, you should worry about the efficient operation of the system.
Strength. Vinyl wallpaper not only feels great in sanitary facilities, but also easily tolerates minor mechanical damage. Therefore, if you accidentally hit the wall surface with a mop, there will be no scratches or dents on it.
And if any area is torn, with the help of the remnants of vinyl wallpaper, it is easy to perform local surface repairs without resorting to the help of an experienced craftsman (as would be the case with damage to the tile).
Durability. Due to the combination of high technical characteristics, this finishing material will retain its performance properties and appearance for a long time. You are more likely to get tired of the finish than to need to replace it.

In order not to be disappointed in the selected wallpaper after gluing them, always ask the sellers for documents confirming the quality of the products and compliance with the building codes in force in the Russian Federation.

As for the shortcomings, I can note two of them - the high cost (compared to paper wallpaper) and the difficulty of gluing. The fact is that when installing the finish, you should very carefully adjust the seams between the individual sheets of material. Otherwise, I personally do not see any restrictions.

If you have a different opinion, I ask you to express your opinion on this in the comments at the bottom of this material.

Liquid

Now I want to talk about liquid wallpaper for the bathroom. This is a new finishing material that allows you to effectively decorate not only plumbing rooms, but also the rest of the home.

The finish looks more like decorative plaster and is sold as a dry powder, which must be mixed with water in the proportions indicated on the package before use.

Moisture-resistant liquid wallpaper, in addition to a binder and coloring pigments, contains fillers from various mineral and organic materials: mica, gelatin, algae, silk fibers, oak bark, cotton, and so on.

Thanks to this, after being applied to the walls and hardening, these "wallpapers" acquire a very effective and unusual appearance. Moreover, you can combine various types of liquid wallpaper with each other, vary the density and consistency of the material, achieving unique effects.

To the touch, liquid wallpaper in the bathroom resembles densely knitted felt or smoothly polished natural stone. They can be applied to any surface, including horizontal ones (ceilings, for example).

I am often asked if it is possible to glue liquid wallpaper just on a brick or other similar mineral base. Here I have to disappoint you. They should only be applied to flat and previously prepared surfaces. It is better if it is drywall or a wall carefully plastered with sanitizing plaster.

In my practice, I used the following types of liquid wallpaper:

Silk. Consist of natural silk fibers. They can be applied to mineral surfaces with very slight imperfections. Options are sold in powdery and ready-to-use form.
Cotton. The dry powder contains 99% natural silk fibers and 1% binder. After application and hardening, they form a smooth surface that is very pleasant to the touch.
Cellulosic. The most economical option for liquid wallpaper. The material consists of fibers that are formed from wood processing. This wallpaper can be used to decorate a mineral surface that has small cracks and other similar defects.

One of the most attractive properties of liquid wallpaper is the ability to regulate the humidity level in the room. The decorative surface absorbs excess water vapor, after which it gradually gives it back. This allows you to effectively regulate the microclimate in the bathroom without the use of powerful forced ventilation.

So that you can independently decide whether it is possible to use liquid wallpaper in the bathroom, I made a table in which I described all the pros and cons of this material.

pros	Minuses
Environmental friendliness. The material consists almost entirely of natural materials (fibers of silk, cotton, cellulose, and so on), therefore, regardless of the operating conditions, it does not harm human health. This is especially important for people with allergic diseases.	Great hygroscopicity. In case of direct contact with liquid, the finish absorbs water, which is then disposed of for a long time. Therefore, it is better not to decorate with liquid wallpaper the sections of the walls that are in contact with water (near the shower or bath).
Attractive appearance. Wallpaper is applied in the same way as plaster, therefore it forms a seamless homogeneous surface. And the possibility of combining the material and using it with other types of finishes allows you to create unique designer interiors.	They wear out under constant mechanical stress. Although this property is inherent in a large number of finishing materials.
Soundproofing properties. The structure of the wallpaper allows them to effectively absorb sound waves, providing comfort for the inhabitants of an apartment or private house.	Liquid wallpaper is quite expensive, but its price is fully paid off by its high performance and long service life.
In addition to the above, liquid wallpaper has antistatic properties, is not damaged by deformation of the base, it perfectly tolerates prolonged exposure to direct sunlight and does not absorb odors generated in sanitary facilities.

Fiberglass Wallpaper

Another way to decorate a plumbing room is to decorate the walls in the bathroom with fiberglass wallpaper. This material is a canvas woven from fibers obtained by melting glass under the influence of high temperature.

Thanks to the use of such raw materials, wallpapers receive unique technical characteristics that make them an excellent option for use in the bathroom. The wallpaper is durable, tolerates moisture well and does not harm human health.

Depending on the additives in the quartz (glass) mixture, manufacturers receive finishing materials with different surfaces. But all types of fiberglass wallpaper are divided into two large groups:

Smooth. They are also called fiberglass or cobweb. They are a material that is more often used for reinforcing surfaces, sealing cracks, irregularities and other defects. Although such fiberglass can be painted with acrylic, giving an attractive appearance.
Embossed. They are used for finishing decorative wall decoration in bathrooms and other premises. They have a higher density and better tolerate external mechanical influences. Their surface is covered with geometric patterns or other reliefs that can be painted with acrylic paints.

I will dwell in more detail on some of the technical characteristics of fiberglass wallpaper:

High density. The material does not absorb water, therefore it is suitable for use in the bathroom. After finishing, the wallpaper serves as a reinforcing layer, preventing the appearance of cracks on the walls or ceiling pasted over with them.
Strength. Fiberglass wallpaper withstands external mechanical stress well. They can be used to decorate sanitary facilities where a large number of people are expected (bathrooms and toilets in hotels, shopping centers, offices, and so on).

Fire safety. Glass fiber has a high melting point, as a result of which glass fiber wallpaper does not ignite during a fire and does not contribute to the further spread of fire. The material does not emit combustion products hazardous to humans.
Water vapor permeability. The product does not prevent air infiltration through the building envelope. This means that the air saturated with water vapor can freely penetrate the decorative finish and the humidity in the bathroom decreases.

Glass fiber has a very long service life. They retain their operational properties for at least 30 years from the moment they are glued.

Moreover, they can be repainted up to 20 times without damaging the internal structure of the substrate. Therefore, if you suddenly want to change the design in the bathroom, you just need to buy a bucket of paint (or several) and paint the walls with it.

I cannot fail to mention a few, from my point of view, the disadvantages of this type of decorative finish.

Firstly, it is increased fragility. If handled carelessly, the material may crumble even before being glued to the wall. However, this disadvantage is inherent in cheap, low quality wallpapers. If you buy fiberglass from reliable stores, you do not need to worry about strength.
Secondly, increased paint consumption. If you are going to paint embossed glass canvases, then be prepared for the fact that this will require more paint than if you were decorating a simply plastered and putty surface.
Thirdly, there is, albeit a small, but still the possibility of the appearance of tears on the wallpaper as a result of the shrinkage of the walls on which they are glued.

However, all these disadvantages are more than offset by the exquisite appearance that your bathroom acquires after decorating with fiberglass wallpaper.

Self-adhesive

And the last finishing option is self-adhesive wallpaper for the bathroom. They are PVC film, decorated with some kind of pattern or pattern, on the back side of which dry glue with a protective layer is applied, which must be removed before installing the wallpaper on the surface.

Typically, self-adhesive wallpapers are produced in rolls from 40 to 90 cm wide and 14 m long. They can be used to decorate any surface, including walls in the bathroom.

Self-adhesive wallpaper for the bathroom comes in several varieties:

cork - are distinguished by increased heat and sound insulation properties;
with imitation of the texture of leather or decorative plaster;
with a matte and glossy surface;
imitating wood texture and so on.

The advantage of all varieties of self-adhesive wallpaper is the polymer top layer, which makes the material water-repellent and facilitates daily care. The material is easy to clean with household products.

In addition, the products in question have several other advantages:

Strength. Self-adhesive film tolerates mechanical stress well without being damaged. She is not afraid of intensive use, therefore, such wallpaper can be used to decorate walls in public sanitary facilities.
Long service life. The material retains its appearance and performance properties for at least 10 years when used in harsh bathroom conditions (which are characterized by high levels of humidity and significant temperature fluctuations).
Environmental friendliness. Polyvinyl chloride itself and the glue used for gluing have zero emission of harmful chemical compounds, therefore, during use, the wallpaper does not harm the environment and human health.
Ease of installation. The film is easily glued to a flat prepared surface. There is no need to apply glue to the walls. Simply remove the protective paper, apply the material and smooth it out. It is also easy to dismantle if necessary.
Affordable cost. The price for self-adhesive wallpaper is low, so anyone can paste over any surfaces in the bathroom (up to cabinets) with them.

Summary

In this article, I have provided you with as much information as possible about what wallpapers are for decorating walls in the bathroom and what are their features. If you are interested in the process of wallpapering walls, I recommend that you watch the video in this article.

And in the comments to the material, you can tell what wallpaper for the bathroom you used. And what do you think about this kind of decorative trim. How impressive does a plumbing room look when pasted over with one or another wallpaper? Any opinion will be welcome.

Modern technology is able to create wall coverings that are resistant to moisture. Wall decoration can be simple, fast and high-quality if you use wallpaper for pasting the bathroom. Until recently, only ceramic tiles were used in the renovation of the bathroom, because there was no sufficiently durable and waterproof wallpaper. But now moisture-resistant wallpaper is widely used to create beautiful and cozy bathroom interiors.

A bathroom is a room where specific requirements are imposed on any coating. Plain wallpaper, vinyl, non-woven or paper can not be glued to the walls in the bathroom. As a result of exposure to water, the finish will gradually lose its presentable appearance, the wallpaper in the bathroom will begin to flake, swell and bubble. Only special coatings are suitable for application to walls.

Even if the instructions indicate that the wallpaper is moisture resistant, it is better not to use it on the wall on which the most water falls when taking a shower.

It is also better to cover the place above the sink with tiles or a plastic panel. There are colors that imitate wallpaper covering, wallpaper tiles. Often, collections of finishing materials for bathrooms contain both tiles and wallpapers in the same style. Such ready-made options greatly facilitate the task of choosing. With the help of various finishing materials, you can harmoniously divide the bathroom into zones, creatively delimit the space, and highlight the accent wall. In order for the repair to last a long time without restoration, you need to choose the materials wisely. How to choose wallpaper for the bathroom?

Wallpaper in the bathroom: typical mistakes and the right choice

Water resistance is not the only thing to look out for. It is imperative to take into account the material from which the coating is made. Sometimes manufacturers, in order to sell a product, indicate high moisture resistance even for paper wallpapers, which, in principle, cannot be. Frustrated buyers after a few years have only negative reviews about such wallpapers. Repairs have to be redone, and these are new costs.

It is necessary to carefully study the composition of the wallpaper with any purchase, but when choosing wallpaper for the bath, this is especially important.

What kind of wallpaper can be glued in the bathroom?

If the repair is done for a long time, you need to choose only wallpaper from good materials.

Materials (edit):

Vinyl;
Non-woven;
Fiberglass;
The liquid wallpaper.

In any damp room, there is an increased chance of mold forming on the walls. In order to prevent the wallpaper from rotting, you need to well treat the walls with a specialized anti-fungus agent before gluing.

Moisture-resistant wallpaper for baths: ideas

There are no restrictions on the choice of color and texture of the wallpaper.

Wallpaper in the bathroom can be:

Flat or embossed;
Smooth or rough;
Matte or glossy;
Patterned, Gradient or Solid;
Embossed, patterned or unadorned.

Washable bathroom wallpaper

This type of coating has an important advantage - it is very easy to maintain. You will still have to periodically clean the walls, because white stains from drying water remain on the walls in the bathroom. Washable wallpaper can be cleaned with a sponge and soap.

Self-adhesive wallpaper for the bathroom

Wallpaper glue, when it gets on the front side of the canvas, spoils the appearance. Such stains can only be removed while they are fresh, but it is not always possible to notice them immediately. The problem of old glue stains leads to a rework of the repair, because yellow streaks and drops are annoying.

Self-adhesive wallpaper already has a composition for adhesion to the walls on the back side, so they are glued with a guaranteed good result.

Wall decoration in the bathroom with fiberglass wallpaper

Wallpapers that can be painted in any color you like and repainted at least every season are made of fiberglass. The embossed surface perfectly holds the paint, color change can be carried out up to 15 times.

Wallpaper has an important advantage - it strengthens the wall with a strong mesh covering. If the bathroom is in such an old house as Khrushchev, this option is the best one.

How to glue fiberglass (video)

Self-adhesive wallpaper in the bath, photo wallpaper

You can brightly and cheerfully decorate the walls with the help of photo reproductions and photographs on the wallpaper. There are beautiful options for sale with tropical landscapes, azure sea, palm trees, marine abodes and coral reefs. The basis for the photo wallpaper can be non-woven, vinyl or fiberglass. Only fiberglass wallpaper can be used to decorate the wall directly above the bathroom.

An interesting move is the photo wallpaper, divided into square segments, like tiles. Such wallpapers can be combined with plain tiles.

How to glue combined wallpaper: original bathroom finish

The use of different colors and materials makes the interior unique. In addition to the combination of tiles and wallpaper, you can use a combination of 2 types of wallpaper.

With this solution, you can:

Protect the wettest walls with waterproofing wallpaper;
Divide the bathroom into zones;
Accentuate the beautiful color of the accent wall with a neutral color frame.

Wall decoration with 2 types of wallpaper requires accuracy. You can glue the combined wallpaper and achieve a good result if you carefully read the instructions on the package. Each type of wallpaper has its own subtleties. Attention should be paid to the allowance, the sequence of the arrangement of the canvases, the shrinkage and stretching of the wallpaper.

Pigmented wallpaper primer, adhesion compound

Preparation of walls for pasting must be done with preliminary priming.

The primer performs the functions:

Protection of the wall from moisture soaking, closing the pores in the surface;
Increased resistance to humidity and temperature changes;
Strong adhesion of the wallpaper to the wall plane;
Protection against fungus, mold.

To make it convenient to apply the primer, a pigment is added to it, which changes its color as it dries. When fresh, the primer may be bluish, pinkish or white, and when dry, it becomes transparent. By changing the color, you can control drying and promptly remove drops and smudges from the wall.

Wallpaper for the bathroom: reviews of different types

The originality and beauty of the repairs carried out are always noted by the guests of the apartment. Using wallpaper in the bathroom is an unusual move that surprises many. If the walls are not strong enough, then they are reinforced with fiberglass, which gives a rich and radiant color to the paint after painting.

In new homes, you can choose non-woven or vinyl washable wallpaper.

Self-adhesive wallpaper is more suitable for novice builders without experience; repairs with them can be made neat even with minimal effort. Practical owners choose washable wallpaper, because it is the easiest material to care for. Before purchasing wallpaper, it is useful to know the reviews of those people who have already made repairs.

Happy wallpaper owners point out the following facts:

If you combine tiles and wallpaper, it is cheaper and more durable;
Of all the wallpapers, the strongest are fiberglass;
It is imperative to process the wall before gluing, otherwise after 2-3 years the repair will lose its presentable appearance;
Vinyl and non-woven wallpaper should not be glued where there is a lot of water, above the bathtub and sink.

Reasons for gluing wallpaper in the bathroom (video)

The bitter experience of people who have lost repairs due to mold indicates that it is imperative to treat the walls with a specialized anti-mold agent before priming and gluing.

Examples of wallpaper for the bathroom (photo)

Can wallpaper be glued in the bathroom? Many non-professionals are interested in this question. Of course, wallpaper in the bathroom, as in any other room, will be appropriate. It is important to select them correctly in order to ensure the maximum service life.

Benefits of using

Types of wallpaper for the bathroom

Not all canvases produced for pasting walls can be glued in the bathroom.

Can paper wallpaper be glued in the bathroom? It is not desirable, because they have a low density, they do not tolerate moisture well and quickly become dirty.

Principles of gluing

Follow the unity of style, it must be maintained in plumbing, tiles, wallpaper.
Light wallpapers are suitable for the bathroom, avoid too dark colors. You can make a contrast, the walls look good, the bottom of which is decorated in a dark color, and the top in a light color. These tones must be within the same color range.
Use small drawings, large compositions make the interior heavier and visually narrow the space.
For bathroom decoration, beige, yellowish, soft apricot, light green, blue, burgundy and white tones are suitable.
Consider the style of the room. Liquid wallpaper is suitable for high-tech style, light and beige tones are used in classic interiors. An accent wall will fit into festive pop art and avant-garde styles.

What kind of wallpaper can be glued in the bathroom, look at the photo.

Color solutions to glue the wallpaper beautifully.

Combining wallpaper with other materials

Wallpaper goes well with other types of coatings:

ceramic tiles. Most often it is used to decorate the wall behind the bathroom, it is present as decorative elements: inserts, borders, panels. To create contrast, combine light wallpapers with dark tiles and vice versa. To hide the structure of materials, use ceramics that will be 1-2 tones darker or lighter from the walls;
plastic panels. They are easy to install, practical, able to withstand heavy loads, do not deteriorate under the influence of temperature extremes. Looks good with photowall-paper. Using panels of different colors, you can create striped decor;
natural materials (marble, wood, natural stone). They are environmentally friendly, look beautiful in design, but are prone to decay, they should be treated with water-repellent agents.

See how the wallpaper is successfully combined with the plastic panels in the photo.

Interesting combination ideas

How to stick wallpaper in the bathroom

First, we level the walls with putty and finishing.
We treat the surface with a primer, which is necessary to improve the adhesive properties of materials, as well as to prevent the occurrence of mold and mildew. We apply the composition with a paint roller.
We cut the canvases to the required length.
We prepare the glue, having carefully studied the instructions before this.
We coat the canvas with an adhesive, press it against the wall, smooth it with a roller or rag.
Glue the next canvas back to back to the first. When pasting walls with wallpaper with a pattern, follow the direction of the pattern.

Take a look at how the wall decoration of the bathroom with wallpaper looks in the photo.

Bathroom decoration

Flooring

To decorate the floor, use:

Ceiling decoration

As a rule, the ceiling is painted with light-colored waterproof paint. Hanging, hemming and tensioning types are widely used. Behind them you can hide communications and electrical wiring. Using thick vinyl wallpaper will protect the room from water leaks from the upper floors.

Wallpaper in the bathroom space looks beautiful and expensive, creating a luxurious and rich interior. It is important that the coatings are moisture resistant, dense, and not susceptible to the formation of fungi and mold. With our advice, you can create a smart and balanced design! Create and create unique design projects! We wish you every success!

Some useful information about wallpaper on the walls in the bathroom can be found in the following video:

Pictured is a bathroom with dark walls. White ceiling, light tiles, glass and mirrors soften the luxury of the embossed black wallpaper.

Pros and cons of decorating bathroom walls with wallpaper

Advantages:

a large selection of patterns, colors and textures from manufacturers;
originality of finishes, the possibility of combining with other materials;
wallpaper can be pasted over the walls yourself without the involvement of specialists;
profitability (when buying materials, you can reduce the number of purchased tiles);
easy to change when changing bathroom style;
easy dismantling, unlike tiles;
the possibility of choosing special wallpapers that are resistant to moisture.

In the photo, pastel wallpaper with a bright pattern is combined with decorative bricks and sets the mood in a white bathroom.

Disadvantages of finishing the bathroom with wallpaper if the selection is incorrect:

high hygroscopicity (vapor absorption and swelling);
if ventilation is poor, mold may appear;
ordinary wallpaper glue after getting wet quickly loses its properties, does not protect against fungus.

In the photo, a classic-style bathroom is covered with wallpaper with an ornament. This design is possible with good ventilation.

What kind of wallpaper can be glued in the bathroom?

Moisture resistant wallpaper for the bathroom must correspond to the most important indicator that you should pay attention to, this is low hygroscopicity (the ability of the material not to absorb moisture). Moisture resistant can be considered those on which the manufacturer gives one of the markings with the image of waves from one to three, where the more waves, the higher the moisture resistance.

Washable bathroom wallpaper is one of the economical wall decoration options. They are protected by a special outer layer that does not allow moisture to penetrate into the rest of the layers. They do not swell and delaminate, resistant to moisture changes, washing with a damp sponge and removing dirt from the surface.

Liquid wallpaper in the bathroom is applied like a plaster based on fabric fibers, glitter and an adhesive mixture. Since liquid wallpaper has a water base, after hardening on the wall, they need to be covered with acrylic varnish (this will preserve the wallpaper and give protection from moisture). They are interesting for the variety of the final result and the ability to mix different textures. The result will be unique.

Vinyl wallpaper for the bathroom is a common look when choosing a material for decoration. The top layer consists of a polymer that protects deep layers from steam, temperature drops, and also withstands contact with water, which does not affect the service life and decorative features.

Their minus is the high cost, which is justified by the expected quality. By using a special adhesive, the fixation level can be increased. For the bathroom, it is better to choose vinyl on a non-woven basis, which have an additional opaque layer.

Self-adhesive wallpaper for the bathroom are made of a film that repels water and does not absorb moisture. A layer of glue is already applied to them, so an additional purchase of an adhesive mixture is not needed.

The photo shows the wall decoration with self-adhesive wallpaper under the texture of natural stone. They consist of a film and are not afraid of moisture, which is important for a bathroom.

Glass fiber is made of fiberglass and impregnated with starch. Does not absorb moisture, durable, environmentally friendly, can be repainted up to 25 times with latex paint, which is a special advantage.

Wall murals will decorate the bathroom wall, provided that they are not located near the shower room and are made of durable material (they should not be afraid of moisture). It is best to choose a water subject: river, aquarium, beach, ships, seabed).

In the photo, the sink is protected by a glossy monochromatic mosaic, and the free wall imitates tree trunks. The pattern of photo wallpaper can be varied, the main thing is that it is combined with the concept of the bathroom.

Choosing wallpaper color

The use of wallpaper in a wet room always implies a combination with plaster or tiles, therefore it is important to correctly combine these types of finishes in color and texture.

Wallpaper in the bathroom design should be combined with the general style; from the color palette, you should pay attention to the shades of blue and green, which create the effect of purity.
In small bathrooms, it is better to avoid deep shades of reds, blues and blacks.
Beige and flesh shades are suitable for a classic style, white glass wallpaper is suitable for high-tech, for Provence ⎯ with a small floral print or in a vertical strip.
For rooms of medium and large sizes, yellow and orange colors are suitable, which will bring energy and light (in a small bathroom, you can limit yourself to bright objects against the background of pastel walls).

3D or photo wallpaper should occupy the entire wall, shelves, pipes and other equipment should not interfere with them. If the dimensions do not allow, then let it be a small picture or panel canvases in two parts.

Where can wallpaper be glued?

You can wallpaper the walls near the sink, washing machine, toilet and walls inaccessible to splashes. It is better to cover the wall near the bathroom or shower with tiles with anti-fungal glue or putty. If there are free leftovers of material, you can diversify the plain wallpaper with them by inserting them into the frame.

The photo shows an example of a successful and correct combination of two types of finishes in color and texture: vinyl wallpaper at the sink and tiles in the shower and toilet.

The photo shows a black and white design, with the dominance of white. Tiles protect the bathroom and shower area, and realistic-sized wallpaper is applied around the perimeter.

Photo examples of bathroom wallpaper

Below are photos of finishing the bathroom with wallpaper of different styles, options for their combination with the design concept and functionality of the room.

Shower room design begins with the choice of the future design of the room. Bathroom wallpaper is one of the first and most important steps to effective space design.

These products have significant advantages, as well as individual disadvantages. However, the importance of using wallpaper is beyond doubt. Although some initially assume that ceramics or other raw materials will be a more reliable material for decorating a bathroom.

In practice, such statements are not always true, and often simply groundless. Decorating walls, flooring and even the ceiling with tiles causes certain difficulties, while wallpaper in the bathroom helps not only get rid of problems, but also save money, embody various ideas, and also organize the shower space correctly.

Advantages and disadvantages

It is relatively easy to glue wallpaper in the bathroom, however, the question arises which one should you use? Each type of product is distinguished by its positive and negative properties. The shower room itself is a rather complex room from an operational point of view. Therefore, you should take into account all the pros and cons of this finishing option. Advantages:

Wall-paper for the bathroom, like any other materials, has its weaknesses in addition to its advantages. In some cases, they can be avoided, while in others they will have to pay special attention. In any case, it is necessary to take into account the presence of certain shortcomings. Cons of coverage:

These negative aspects are leveled by a competent selection of wallpapers. For example, moisture resistant or liquid products will avoid the above problems. Thus, before purchasing and finishing a shower room, you need to carefully consider not only the image of the future bathroom, but also take into account all the nuances that finishing materials will have to face.

Choice

What types of wallpaper should you choose? Today you need to look at the performance, appearance, financial component of the material. Depending on the conditions of the shower room, its size, as well as other parameters, wallpaper for the bathroom should be selected. In addition, when buying, you need to pay attention to the quality of the product.

Currently, the modern market offers the following varieties:

Washable

What wallpaper for the bathroom can be glued, if not washable? This type is distinguished by a special layer that prevents moisture penetration. This allows you to prevent various negative consequences associated with the loss of the performance properties of the coating. In addition, it should be noted that dirt and dust can be easily removed from the washable surface. It is difficult for microorganisms to settle on it, which prevents the formation of fungus or mold.

In addition to the absence of swelling or delamination, such wallpapers retain their original appearance for a long time.

The service life of washable products is quite a long period of time, so you should expect when purchasing them that they are used for a long period.

Their application to the walls does not require special skills and consists in thorough coating with glue, eliminating air surpluses and pressing firmly to the base of the surface.

Liquid wallpaper for the bathroom is one of the last words of modern technology. Thanks to its unique qualities, it is now possible to apply wallpaper to the wall like a putty. This material is a kind of plaster that must be mixed with ordinary water. Then the mass is applied with an ordinary spatula to the surface, and after drying, real wallpaper is obtained.

They are characterized by high performance properties, presentable appearance and long service life. When dry, a layer is formed that is impervious to moisture, steam and temperature changes. Frequent splashes or direct contact with water are also not scary for liquid wallpaper. That is why they are consistently popular among ordinary people.

Vinyl

Can wallpaper be glued in the bathroom? Vinyl wallpaper for the bathroom does the job well in the shower room. These products are not afraid of either high humidity, or sudden changes in temperature or exposure to steam. Excess moisture is perceived firmly, as well as repeated contact with water. However, a significant disadvantage of vinyl should be noted - its price. The high cost of the material can scare off many potential buyers.

Self-adhesive wallpaper

A special type of vinyl wallpaper that is relatively easy to work with. It should be added to this that the material can be glued without the help of adhesives. The whole secret lies in the special surface of the product, which allows it to be applied immediately to the surface. Thus, a subspecies of vinyl is very easily applied to the walls; for this, it is enough to moisten a strip of wallpaper with plain water and apply to the surface.

They are a very interesting type of finishing material. Due to its high performance characteristics, the product does not absorb moisture, it tolerates contact with water, and a sharp change in temperature. The technical characteristics of glass are inherited from this type of wallpaper. In addition, fiberglass wallpaper can be painted and repainted. Surface application technology is similar to vinyl. It is quite simple to care for such a material, because its basis is glass.

Wallpaper

For a shower room, wall murals remain quite inexpensive and at the same time a quick way to change the appearance of a room. In just a couple of hours, you can change the bathroom beyond recognition. This method allows designers to bring many ideas and bold decisions to life. To this should be added the high performance characteristics of the material, attractive appearance, resistance to steam, direct contact with water and constant humidity. You need to stick photo wallpaper, like ordinary products.