Advantages of finishing walls with brick wallpaper

When choosing between natural brick and its imitation, it should be taken into account that the real material is not always superior to the imitation. In many cases, it is impossible to lay out decorative interior elements with decorative brick, or to build a brick wall. This may be hindered by:

  • Small area of the room;
  • Lack of necessary skills for laying bricks;
  • Lack of material suitable for the design;
  • Weakness of supporting structures that may not withstand the weight of the brick;
  • The need to make repairs in a short time;
  • Limited budget for repairs.

In addition, brick-like wallpaper has its advantages:

  • A variety of styles, giving scope for interior design;
  • Ease of finishing work;
  • The ability to finish any walls and structures without strength restrictions due to the low weight of the material;
  • The ability to use on uneven walls, as well as semicircular walls;
  • Brick “cools” the room, since due to its large mass it cannot warm up quickly. Decorative brick wallpaper does not have this drawback;
  • Lower price of both the material and installation.

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Types of brick-like wallpaper

When creating wallpaper, a brickwork pattern can be applied to various bases. Their main types are:

  • vinyl,
  • non-woven,
  • paper.

Such wallpapers differ from each other not only in quality, due to the difference in the base, but also in the realism of the imitation of brickwork. Vinyl ones made of foamed vinyl are considered the best. This material makes it possible to imitate not only the appearance, but also the texture of the masonry, the convexity, the roughness of the surface of real brick, and the deepening of the seams. It will not only decorate, but also protect the walls from external influences.

In addition, it can withstand frequent washing, as well as high temperatures and humidity, and is highly resistant to abrasion, so it can be used to decorate hallways, bathrooms, and kitchens.

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Non-woven wallpaper also looks very realistic and is easier to stick. An important advantage is the lower price. Brick wallpaper on a paper backing is the most budget-friendly option, but it is less realistic and looks less impressive.

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Brick-effect wallpaper: recommendations for use in the interior

Brick-effect wallpaper can be used in the same places as the brick itself. They are often used for zoning and are functional in any room of the apartment. Perhaps the only exception is the kitchen apron. Too harsh operating conditions will not allow them to serve for a long time. It is also worth considering that the more realistic the wallpaper looks, the more impressive the interior will be. When choosing a design, follow the advice of experts:

  • The color and saturation of the pattern depends on the size of the room: the smaller it is, the lighter the pattern should be.
  • If the wall is well lit, choose wallpaper with imitation texture for it – the masonry will look more realistic. In darkened areas, you can use smooth ones.
  • Imitating brickwork on all walls is worthwhile only in some interior design styles, such as loft or gothic. In other cases, it is better to use brick wallpaper to highlight individual functional areas, such as a dining room, fireplace, or sofa.

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Brick wallpaper design

The appearance of the “brickwork” obtained after pasting with wallpaper may differ in the following parameters:

  • masonry pattern,
  • texture,
  • color (red, white, gray).

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Masonry pattern

Bricks from which the wall, can vary in size: be large or small, have the shape of elongated rectangles or almost square. In addition, the brick can look “like new”, or as if the masonry is already several centuries old. Depending on the chosen interior design style, the pattern is also selected. So, for the Provence style, an uneven “old” brick” with defects will suit, and in the loft, smooth, even masonry will be appropriate.

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Texture

The closer the texture of the wallpaper is to the texture of a real brick wall, the more natural the wall covered with it looks. Therefore, manufacturers try not only to reproduce the relief on the surface of the material, but also add brick chips to it – even to the touch they are indistinguishable from the original.

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Color

The wallpaper can be any color, for example, repeat the colors of natural brick walls or painted brick. The choice of color is influenced not only by the style, but also by the size of the room. The lighter the walls, the larger the room seems, and vice versa. By combining lighter and darker shades of the same color, you can visually correct the imperfections of the geometry of the room.

  • Red brick wallpaperRed brick wallpaper. The most commonly used colors are those of natural brick, called “red.” They are used to decorate individual sections of walls and entire rooms, to cover false columns and arches, to highlight sections of walls near fireplaces and in TV areas. It is enough to decorate at least one wall in a room with red brick – and the room will immediately change, its style and mood will change.

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  • White brick wallpaperWhite brick wallpaper. In cases where the area of the apartment is small, designers use this technique: they decorate part of the walls with brickwork painted white. The texture of the brick adds volume, complicates the space, and the white color expands it. Replacing the facing brick with imitation brick wallpaper in this case will help to save additional precious centimeters while maintaining the visual effect.

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  • Grey brick wallpaperGrey brick wallpaper. Gray is considered a neutral color in design, so it works well as a background if the main decorative accent is on furniture or large decorative items. Light gray in interior design will visually expand the space of the room. Dark gray will create a relaxing atmosphere, but at the same time will visually conceal the volume of the room.

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Using brick wallpaper in various rooms, photo

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Photo 1. Living room design. Wallpaper with imitation of white or red brick will highlight the work area in the living room interior.

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Photo 2. Bedroom design. White brick wallpaper at the head of the wall adds a play of textures, enhancing the decorativeness of the bedroom, decorated in a minimalist style.

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Photo 3. Kitchen design. White brick wallpaper is perfect for kitchen interiors as a background.

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Photo 4. Nursery design. Red brick wallpaper can be used to highlight functional areas in a nursery interior.

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Photo 5. Hallway design. White brick wallpaper will visually expand the hallway area, make it lighter and emphasize the chosen style.