Wallpaper for the bathroom: advantages and disadvantages, varieties, styles, 70 interior examples.

Pros and cons of decorating bathroom walls with wallpaper

Advantages:

• large selection of patterns, colors and textures from manufacturers;
• originality of decoration, the ability to combine with other materials;
• you can paste the wallpaper over the walls yourself without involving specialists;
• cost-effectiveness (when purchasing materials, you can reduce the number of tiles purchased);
• easy to change when changing the style of the bathroom;
• easy dismantling, unlike tiles;
• the ability to choose special wallpaper that is resistant to moisture.

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

Disadvantages of decorating a bathroom with wallpaper if chosen incorrectly:

• high hygroscopicity (absorption of vapors and swelling);
• mold may appear if ventilation is poor;
• regular wallpaper glue quickly loses its properties after getting wet and 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 meet 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 wallpapers are those on which the manufacturer provides one of the markings with an image of waves from one to three, where the more waves, the higher the moisture resistance.

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

Liquid wallpaper in the bathroom is applied like plaster, which is based on fabric fibers, glitter and 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 provide 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 type when choosing a finishing material. The top layer is made of a polymer that protects deep layers from steam, temperature changes, and also withstands contact with water, which does not affect the service life and decorative features.

Their disadvantage is the high cost, which is justified by the expected quality. When using special glue, you can increase the level of fixation. For the bathroom, it is better to choose vinyl on a non-woven base, which have an additional opaque layer.

Self-adhesive wallpaper for the bathroom is made of a film that repels water and does not absorb moisture. They already have a layer of glue applied, so there is no need to additionally purchase an adhesive mixture.

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

Glass wallpaper consists of fiberglass and is impregnated with a starch agent. They do not absorb moisture, are durable, environmentally friendly, and can be repainted up to 25 times with latex paint, which is a special advantage.

Photo wallpaper will decorate the wall of the bathroom, provided that it is not located near the shower and is made of durable material (it should not be afraid of moisture). It is best to choose a water theme: a river, an aquarium, a beach, ships, the seabed).

In the photo, the sink is protected by a glossy, single-color mosaic, and the free wall imitates tree trunks. The design of the photo wallpaper can be varied, the main thing is that it matches the concept of the bathroom.

Choosing the color of the wallpaper

Using wallpaper in a damp room always implies a combination with plaster or tiles, so it is important to correctly combine these types of finishes in color and texture.

• Wallpaper in the bathroom design should match the overall style, from the color palette it is worth paying attention to shades of blue and green, which create the effect of purity.
• In small bathrooms, it is better to avoid deep shades of red, blue and black.
• Beige and nude shades are suitable for the classic style, white glass wallpaper is suitable for hi-tech, for Provence – with a small floral print or vertical stripes.
• For medium and large rooms, yellow and orange colors are suitable, which will bring energy and light (in a small bathroom, you can limit yourself to bright objects against pastel walls).

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

Where can I glue the wallpaper?

You can glue the wallpaper on the walls near the sink, washing machine, toilet and walls inaccessible to splashes. It is better to tile the wall near the bathtub or shower with antifungal glue or putty. If you have some spare material, you can add variety to plain wallpaper by framing it.

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

The photo shows a black and white design, with white dominating. The tiles protect the bathtub and shower, and realistically sized wallpaper with a pattern is pasted along the entire perimeter.

Photo examples of bathroom decoration with wallpaper

Below are photos of bathroom decoration with wallpaper of different styles, options for combining them with the design concept and functionality of the room.