Non-woven wallpaper: how to choose and glue

One of the most popular materials for decorating living quarters today is textured non-woven wallpaper. Usually they are purchased in order to subsequently paint. This is entirely possible since the structure of the material is very similar to the structure of paper. A texture pattern imitating plaster coating is applied to the surface of the wallpaper.

Non-woven wallpaper: what is it

Structural non-woven wallpaper is made from an analogue of cellulose, a material very similar to paper. The industry adds various substances to this material, after which the modified fiber acquires new qualities, including environmental friendliness.

Unlike paper wallpapers, embossed non-woven wallpapers are made by another method - hot stamping. This method is laborious, but the complexity of the production process is easily compensated by the strength and durability of the resulting product. In some cases, they are even called anti-vandal hot stamping wallpaper.

Characteristics, types and composition

Depending on the key characteristics and the main purpose, the following types of non-woven wallpaper are distinguished:

• Wallpaper made entirely of non-woven fabric. The composition of non-woven wallpaper is devoid of cellulose almost completely, sometimes it is present in the very minimum amount. This material is the most common on the market.
• Wallpaper, the reverse side of which is made of non-woven fabric. The external material may be different, but most often it is vinyl. It is quite resistant to influences of any type, but still such hot embossed wallpapers are not recommended for use in the corridor or in the kitchen, taking into account their disadvantages. The combination of practical and easy to glue non-woven side and practical vinyl makes this type of wallpaper one of the most popular. You can also find non-woven paper wallpapers on sale.
• Wallpaper for painting, made entirely of non-woven fabric. Repeated color change while maintaining decorative qualities. An important advantage is the low price. White non-woven wallpaper is designed for those who like to often change the atmosphere. Painting wallpapers is a great way to change the interior.

To avoid cheating the seller and not to buy paper wallpapers at the price of non-woven, you need to make a little tear along the edge. Non-woven paper wallpapers will have irregularities.

Pros and cons

Such wallpapers on the market are relatively recent, but this time was enough to appreciate all the advantages of non-woven wallpaper:

• preservation of sizes after drying;
• increased density of the canvas, allowing you to hide cracks and bumps on the wall;
• resistance to fire, decay and high temperatures;
• oxygen transmission;
• water resistance;
• maintainability;
• the possibility of painting.

Separately, it should be noted such features of non-woven wallpaper as ease of gluing and alignment. When using non-woven wallpaper, glue should be applied only to the wall. This helps to preserve the quality of the flooring, time and effort spent on repairs. Wallpaper is also removed easily.Before you remove the non-woven wallpaper, you do not need to carry out any preparatory measures.

Non-woven wallpaper has its drawbacks:

• low resistance to pollution due to the porous structure and ability to collect dust;
• high cost relative to other types of wallpaper.

It is worth noting that these disadvantages are very insignificant with respect to advantages, which makes any non-woven wallpaper the most popular material for decoration. And if you know how to glue non-woven meter-long wallpaper, then soon the room will sparkle with new colors.

Non-woven wallpaper backing

In addition to decorative material, non-woven fabrics make substrates. Designed for wallpaper stickers, they have the following purpose:

• sound and heat insulation;
• wall alignment;
• extension of the service life of wallpaper;
• improving the environmental characteristics of the material;
• increasing the strength of the coating for the walls.

The non-woven backing can replace the putty layer, reinforcing microscopic cracks, hiding the disadvantages of the wall and leveling its surface. A high degree of elasticity, density and integrity make it possible to strengthen the soundproofing and soundproofing system of the room and extend the life of the wallpaper.

The non-woven gray substrate is very resistant to water and moisture. Moreover, it is vapor permeable. With fluctuations in humidity in the room, the wallpaper glued to such a substrate retains its original dimensions. Continuous air exchange does not allow mold to form on the wall surface. And of course, such a wallpaper base is perfectly glued to a wall previously plastered with adhesive.

After sticking the non-woven backing, let it dry. This process will take about a day. Only after that you can start gluing gray or colored wallpapers. Wallpaper beige non-woven on the substrate will not shine through, the result will be excellent.

Can I wash non-woven wallpaper?

As already mentioned, one of the obvious advantages of non-woven wallpaper is their resistance to moisture, so they can certainly be washed, observing certain rules. Before you remove the non-woven wallpaper, very dirty, you can try to wash them. Before cleaning, pay attention to the markings.

If the non-woven wallpaper for the living room was bought long ago and the label was not preserved, you should try to wash the wallpaper on a site that is not in the line of sight. Before washing the dirt, a piece of washable wallpaper needs to be wet and allowed to dry. If, after drying, there are no changes in the structure of the material and the color scheme of the pattern, it means that hot embossed wallpaper can be wetted. Then you need to carry out similar actions using various types of detergents. Wash dirt thoroughly but gently.

The question of how to clean washable non-woven wallpaper is also relevant. Choosing a detergent is a responsible business. It should be noted that it is very easy to choose the right tool, because the wallpaper for the hall made of non-woven fabric is strong enough and resistant to external influences. Such well-known solutions as a mixture of laundry or toilet soap with water, dishwashing liquid or a solution of soda with water are not only perfect for washing, but they will also perfectly cope with the task.

If you managed to save the label from the wallpaper, then you need to pay attention to the labeling. So, if one wave is depicted, then they can be wiped with a damp cloth. Using plenty of moisture will ruin the plain wallpaper. Water can be used if two or three waves are shown in the marker list. If a crest pattern is found on the label, the non-woven wallpaper can be cleaned with a soft brush because it is washable.

After washing the non-woven wallpaper, you must thoroughly wipe it with a dry cloth.The more absorbent the material, the better. In no case do not use a hair dryer to dry the glued wallpaper, this can ruin them, exacerbating the disadvantages of the coating.

Eco-friendly non-woven wallpaper

There are many disputes and questions on this subject. Some facts will help to put everything in its place:

• Cellulose and polymers that are part of non-woven wallpaper do not cause any harm to health. The only potential hazard that such materials carry is dust that can accumulate in the pores of the material. Regular cleaning of the room can eliminate this problem. Non-woven wallpaper for the kitchen is an ideal choice.
• Refractoriness makes it possible to use non-woven wallpaper in almost any room. In case of fire, burning or smoldering of this material is not dangerous. You need to be afraid of fire and carbon monoxide.
• The only case when we can talk about a small degree of environmental friendliness of materials is the application of vinyl as a top layer of decorative coating. Upon contact with water and drying, it vaporizes formaldehydes, inhalation of which can lead to allergic reactions and headaches. In order not to remove the coating and avoid the negative effects of the minuses of non-vinyl vinyl wallpaper on the body, it is necessary to carefully ventilate the room before settling in it after repair. Of course, living in a room while drying such material is strongly not recommended. It is necessary to remove the wallpaper that previously adorned the walls, and leave the room for several days.

Thus, the proper operation of non-woven wallpaper can make their use safe and avoid disadvantages of use, therefore it is allowed to stick such materials even in bedrooms and children's rooms.

Color Picker and Combinations

Plain non-woven wallpaper is most often represented not by the most vivid colors, although, of course, they can also be found in the shade palette. This is explained by the fact that the structure of such materials is already expressive in itself, so a bright, for example, green color is often excessive. If an exclusively bright color is necessary for the implementation of design ideas, it is better to paint non-woven wallpaper.

Non-woven wallpaper in the interior can be very extravagant. If the wallpaper is green or of a different color, made in Europe, for example, by emotional Italians, then in the palette of wallpaper on the ceiling for painting you can find a variety of color textures and patterns. Attention to detail is peculiar to manufacturers from Russia. Their products meet the requirements of design, are easily glued and used for a long time.

As for fashion and design, in the last season, deep colors and black and white shades are relevant, which can be used in any room when decorating all types of rooms. Non-woven wallpaper with a pattern is not only beautiful, but also modern.

How to choose non-woven wallpaper?

The choice of non-woven wallpaper depends on several factors. To know which is better, you need to understand:

• Will it be necessary to paint non-woven wallpaper after gluing? In the case of a positive decision, the wallpaper should be selected white, specially designed in order to color them.
• If staining of wallpaper is not expected, it is worth considering the choice of color and texture of the material. Of course, taste preferences and the format of the room for which the non-woven wallpaper is intended will be determining factors here.
• The width of the wallpaper in the roll may be different: meter or half a meter. Depending on who will produce the sticking, it is worth choosing the size of the roll. So, it’s inconvenient for one person, and sometimes it’s impossible to stick a few meters long wallpaper. In such cases, the acquisition of narrower wallpapers is warranted. Wide non-woven wallpaper will be inconvenient to stick.

When all the above points are taken into account, the repair will bring only positive emotions and pass without complications. How to glue the non-woven wallpaper correctly is written on the label attached to each roll.