Wallpaper going up the wall is just the thing for so many reasons. We are using it a lot in projects at the moment, and when carefully thought about it really can add the energy and vibe that is often missing in an interior. Here are the first 5 reasons to use wallpaper – there are many, many more.
1. Use wallpaper to add character
In an otherwise uninteresting hallway it is a great way to add charm and introduce the ‘theme and style’ of a house. It creates a welcoming visual treat. Used in other rooms it can be used to relate back to a theme, relate to the area the house is in or to create an ambiance.
2. Wallpaper to add light.
This could sound crazy but if you have a room where there is very little light getting in considering using a wallpaper which has a metallic sheen to it. It will help bounce light back into the room. It works because it diverts the eye away from it not having a lot of natural light. 
3. Wallpaper helps in the dark.
True. A room painted or wallpapered in a dark colour does the same as above, and diverts the eye from thinking it is a small dark horrible space. It lifts the whole space to another level and makes it seem sooooo much more interesting and dynamic. These ideas do work as it is all about tricking the eye that there is light or it is not so dark. This is because Wallpaper diverts the attention away from the negative aspects of the room.
4. Wallpaper adds warmth and charm.
In the pictures below, this room was not being used by the client at all. It was cold and uninviting. We used a warm coloured wallpaper to add an interesting layer to the room, create depth and personality. It now feels warm and cosy and is helped by the unexpected punches of colour that we reupholstered the clients antique sofa in. The room is now used and the clients love it.
We used this wallpaper to tie back to the paper that was used in the hallway. Using the same colours provided a link to each space and tied the room and hallway together. This gives unity and flow to the house. The wallpaper in this room was inspired by some old treasured maps of London. We chose Trade Routes by Zoffany has a similar look and feel to it as the prints.
Wallpaper inspiration came from the prints on the table.
5. Use Wallpaper as a feature.
Remember feature walls? Well, don’t paint them, it is much more interesting to wallpaper. By doing so you add another layer and character to a room. So, is something missing in your space? Consider using a textured paper especially if the room is neutral. Texture is so often overlooked. It doesn’t have to be full on floral, but be brave and use it to tie back to your colour scheme. I promise, it will look truly amazing.
Wallpaper adds character and defines the desk area in the corner of a lounge.
So think about using Wallpaper in your favourite or not so favourite space- it’s right up there!
If you’d like help choosing the right wallpaper in the right place we’d love to help.
Related Links:
http://decordesignonline.wordpress.com/2013/10/09/off-the-wall/
Check out our Wallpaper inspiration on our Pinterest page.
http://www.pinterest.com/roomserviceNZ/w-a-l-l-p-a-p-e-r/
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