Anti-vandal wallpaper: a reliable and stylish solution for protecting walls from damage.

What is it?

Anti-vandal wallpaper is a finishing material of increased strength. There are several types of anti-vandal coatings, each of which has its own individual characteristics, namely increased resistance to certain impacts. Despite the name, the wallpaper will not be able to protect against any damage, vandal-proof wallpaper is only provided with a higher density and protective coating, unlike ordinary paper or non-woven canvases.

Features of vandal-proof wallpaper

Vandal-proof wallpaper has a number of features that can be decisive when choosing a finishing material. Not every type has all the criteria listed below, some can combine only a few features.

• Resistant to temperature changes,
• the material has a high density, more than ordinary wallpaper,
• high degree of fire resistance,
• resistant to mechanical damage,
• resistant to fats and household acids.

Types and their description

Contract (commercial)

This type of finishing is more often used for public spaces such as hospitals, departments, retail spaces and office premises. Contract vandal-proof wallpaper is made in two ways: with a vinyl or textile base. The top layer is the same, it is pressed vinyl. Foamed vinyl coating is used for regular vinyl wallpaper.

The pressing method results in high density of the material, which gives greater strength, it starts from 300 g/m². Each layer is treated with antibacterial and antistatic substances, this stage increases the strength and will prevent mold in the future.

Contract wallpaper is not afraid of sunlight. This advantage is achieved due to the deep painting of the layers. The coating can also be washed with detergents using sponges and brushes. The sheets are made 130 cm wide, working with them requires a certain skill and, if you have it, the process is significantly simplified. The possibility of painting allows you to diversify the already large selection.

Non-woven for painting

Not as dense a material as contract and glass fiber wallpaper, however, it is also considered vandal-proof and has increased strength indicators. In the manufacture of canvases, the method of hot stamping and laser heat treatment is used. These processes increase the strength of the canvas.

An important quality can be considered resistance to temperature changes. Non-woven wallpaper allows air to pass through well, the material is suitable for finishing a nursery or bedroom. The canvases will help to mask small irregularities on the walls.

Antivandalnye wallpaper for painting is easy to maintain and, if necessary, you can easily change the color by repainting it or remove the canvas from the wall by wetting it. Will withstand up to 8 paintings. Although the surface is durable, it still cannot protect against damage from scratches by animals.

Glass wallpaper (fiberglass)

The most durable vandal-proof canvas is made of glass blanks, from which fibers are drawn under the influence of high temperature. They are subsequently used to create a woven canvas. The material is completely environmentally friendly and has high strength indicators. It is resistant to mechanical damage, high humidity and does not absorb odors.

In addition, the wallpaper has high fire-resistant properties, while allowing air to pass through well. Glass wallpaper is suitable for decorating a house where there are animals, it is not afraid of damage from the claws of cats and small dogs.

The material can withstand repeated painting. It is made with both standard and unique textured patterns to order. The cost of glass fiber wallpaper is higher than other coverings, but this is compensated by all the above-mentioned qualities.

Laminated

The material is not very durable, the anti-vandal canvas is ordinary wallpaper on a paper or non-woven base, covered with polyvinyl chloride. Polyvinyl chloride provides additional protection, it will not protect against animals and other mechanical damage, but it is easily washed off from felt-tip pens and other household stains. For these qualities, the wallpaper is called anti-marker.

This type of vandal-proof wallpaper is perfect for decorating an apartment where small children live, you can not be afraid that another “masterpiece” will force you to do the repairs again.

Laminated wallpaper has a wide range of colors, and is also made in the format of photo wallpaper, which means the surface is not suitable for painting, but allows you to bring to life any design idea.

Advantages and disadvantages

When choosing an anti-vandal material for finishing, it is necessary to take into account all the nuances of the room for which it is intended. Some types of anti-vandal wallpaper are focused on maximum surface strength, others on a variety of choices and ease of maintenance. Taking into account the properties of the material and considering all the pros and cons, you can choose the best option for a particular room.

Photos in room interiors

For the kitchen

For finishing the kitchen, it is worth choosing anti-vandal wallpaper that does not absorb odors and is easy to care for. Non-woven wallpaper for painting and laminated coatings will be a good option for finishing the dining area, greasy stains will not eat into the surface, and other dirt will be easily washed off. For greater reliability when finishing the apron area, it is better to use contract or glass wallpaper, they are maximally resistant to chemicals and mechanical damage.

You can also combine different types of vandal-proof coatings in the kitchen, taking into account the features of use of different zones. For example, the dining area can be decorated with picturesque photo wallpaper with a laminated coating, and the work area can be finished with tiles or contract wallpaper, covered with moisture-resistant paint in the color of the photo wallpaper pattern.

For a children’s room

When decorating a children’s room, the most important factor is the environmental friendliness and safety of the anti-vandal coating. It is also worth taking care of the ease of maintenance, as children love to draw on the most unexpected surfaces.

A good choice would be non-woven wallpaper painted with washable paint or a coating with lamination. The last finishing option gives more opportunities for design implementations, the room can be decorated with colorful photo wallpapers.

For the hallway

For the hallway, it is important to be able to clean the surface from dirt and protect it from mechanical damage. Contract or fiberglass wallpaper can withstand maximum loads. If you have pets in your home, you don’t have to worry about scratched walls, and the ability to paint will allow you to update the interior over time.

Design ideas

Brick-like

Finishing with imitation brickwork is suitable for decorating a room in a modern, Scandinavian, Provence or loft style. As a rule, a brick wall decorates only one wall or part of it. Textured surface goes well with other types of finishing, such as plaster or other coatings. Vandal-proof wallpapers can be non-woven or varnished. These types of finishing materials have a wide range of colors and textures.

Geometry

Geometric patterns can be in the form of an ornament or a textured pattern. Geometric shapes will decorate a modern, Scandinavian, minimalist or high-tech design. Patterns can be presented in one form or another on all types of vandal-proof wallpaper. In the interior, they can be combined with plain coatings or liquid wallpaper.

Flowers

A floral print can decorate both a classic interior and a design with a modern stylistic direction. A colorful image of flowers on a varnished coating will decorate a living room, bedroom or children’s room. Vandal-proof non-woven fabric for painting can have a pronounced texture with a floral pattern. A large floral pattern can highlight certain areas in the interior, combining the coating with plain types of wallpaper.