Decorate your balcony with stylish wallpaper

Can I glue it?

Definitely yes. But before you start pasting the walls, it is important to evaluate all the nuances that will help preserve the work done as long as possible in the future.

• Any type of wallpaper can be used in a warm and heated balcony without fear that it will come off the walls;
• In an unheated room, the temperature should not fall below 5 degrees, for this you need to insulate the balcony;
• To avoid unpleasant surprises, pay attention to the permissible moisture level, it is written on the designations;
• It is necessary to choose a durable moisture-resistant material, simple paper wallpaper is only suitable for finishing combined and well-insulated loggias;
• The most vulnerable place will be where there is a crack or unevenness, so the walls of the loggia should be leveled, and all the cracks should be sealed;
• Before gluing, it is necessary to prepare the surface, putty, sand and prime;
• Wallpaper finishing is suitable only for a glazed balcony.

What type of wallpaper to choose?

Glass wallpaper

Reliable and durable material. Glass wallpaper has high moisture resistance, which is important for a loggia, and the surface also has fire-resistant qualities. Such wallpapers have different textures, in subdued light a play of shadows is created.

High-quality glass wallpapers can be repainted several times, thereby updating the design of the balcony.

Liquid

Externally, liquid wallpaper resembles plaster or fabric covering, looks unpretentious and impressive. Liquid wallpaper for the balcony will be a good option, for application they do not require a perfectly smooth surface, but it is worth considering that they are “afraid” of moisture, accordingly they need to be used in a dry room. The material goes well with other types of finishing – stone, brick and wood.

Liquid wallpaper differs from ordinary wallpaper in the usual sense, they are a dry mixture of flakes, which is diluted before application. In terms of external qualities, the material is not inferior to other coatings and has an antistatic effect.

In order to increase their tolerance to moisture, it is enough to cover the surface with varnish.

Photo wallpaper

A 3D drawing or just a beautiful image will make the balcony unusual, and if you choose the right drawing, it will help to visually adjust the room. A photograph or drawing can be combined with other finishing materials, thereby maintaining the interior in a single style.

Images with perspective will visually increase the space and will look impressive. However, the paint on the photo wallpaper may fade over time in the sun, which will require updating the interior.

The best place to apply them will be the wall that receives the least amount of light.

The photo shows a loggia with photo wallpaper finishing. The drawing with perspective visually removes the wall, which makes the room more spacious.

Bamboo

The canvases have an environmentally friendly composition and consist of different parts of the bamboo stem. The material has several basic colors: beige, green, tortoiseshell and dark. The wallpaper is easy to care for, it does not fade in the sun and is resistant to mechanical damage.

In addition, bamboo fabric can be considered washable, which is an advantage in loggia conditions. The design is unusual and beautiful.

The photo shows a balcony with partial wall decoration bamboo wallpaper.

Cork

Another environmentally friendly and hypoallergenic material for finishing a loggia. Cork sheets have heat and sound insulation properties. The surface does not fade in the sun and is not afraid of moisture. Cork has a pleasant soft and warm surface.

The material is sold in two versions:

• in rolls on a fabric base,
• in the form of a cork board.

For painting

Any wallpaper for painting will require updating the color, since the paint loses its visual qualities in the sun over time. This option is suitable for those who like a change of scenery. High-quality canvas can withstand multiple painting. In one room, you can combine different colors and finishing methods.

Vinyl

Durable and varied canvases are the most popular option for wall decoration. Thanks to their dense base, they easily mask minor imperfections on the walls. Cheap models have an unpleasant smell. In addition, they do not tolerate temperature changes well – use vinyl wallpaper on a balcony that is well heated.

Non-woven

If you follow a number of rules at the gluing stage, non-woven canvases will last quite a long time. To do this, you need to prepare the wall surface for gluing, select the right glue and follow the order of applying glue to the walls. The surface of non-woven wallpaper is embossed and can have a different pattern. They are often made for painting, which will require updating over time.

How to choose a color?

Beige is a practical and versatile color that is suitable for interior decoration of a balcony in any style and for different areas. Beige walls will not hide the space, but on the contrary, will visually add it.

The color matches any shade of furniture and textiles; a duet of a white forged coffee table and chairs, and a compact wenge-colored sofa will look equally harmonious on the balcony. Beige can be in classic canvases, bamboo or cork.

Warm rich brown color will look stylish in spacious well-lit balconies.

Brown color can be combined with other wallpapers or decorative elements, for example, contrasting light moldings.

The photo shows a loggia finished with dark brown bamboo wallpaper. The sheets are pasted in a chaotic order and highlighted with white moldings.

Red wallpaper can be plain, with a beautiful pattern or imitation brickwork. The color is bright, suitable for finishing the sunny side.

It can also be used for partial finishing of the room, for example one of the walls.

The photo shows a balcony in oriental style. The decoration is done in bright colors.

The light gray color brightens the room well, thereby visually making it more spacious. A cool shade is suitable for finishing the southern side, which is often exposed to sunlight, it will muffle it a little, refreshing the loggia or balcony.

Gray is well suited for finishing with imitation of different materials, such as brick, stone, bleached wood or stone.

Green color will give freshness of greenery missing in urban conditions. Any shade of green has a positive effect on a person’s psychological state, will calm and give a positive mood.

The shade is rich and warm, will look good on balconies with windows facing north. Green color will decorate the room in the form of regular wallpaper or bamboo.

Design ideas for the loggia

Eco-theme is very relevant, it will look harmonious in the decoration of any room and the balcony is no exception. Wallpaper with imitation of wooden paneling or panels will save time spent on finishing and the area of the room.

The variety of patterns allows you to choose the best option for decorating the loggia, taking into account its features, such as the brightness of the lighting and the area. In addition, natural wood reacts to changes in temperature and humidity, shrinking or swelling, wallpaper allows you to avoid this.

Finishing with imitation brickwork can be of any color. Brick painted in a light color is suitable for decorating a small balcony or loggia, you will get a cozy atmosphere in the Provence style. Dark brick is best used for a spacious room, the interior will be bright, with a loft feel.

Finishing imitating brick masonry saves space, and if desired, the design will be much easier to change.

Stone finishing will look good in combination with other finishing methods, such as liquid wallpaper. In this case, the balcony will have its own “zest”, while not losing its area. In addition, pasting with wallpaper with imitation stone significantly saves the budget during repairs, since natural stone is quite expensive.

On the balcony, you can create a real atmosphere of the Garden of Eden by decorating it with wallpaper with a floral or plant pattern. The pattern can match different styles, for example, realistic ornate patterns will decorate the classic, Provence and shabby chic styles. Abstract drawings will decorate a modern interior.

The photo shows an insulated loggia finished with non-woven wallpaper. The walls are decorated with a drawing of a grapevine.

3D drawings will help to visually make the balcony more spacious and brighter. In the color of bright sunlight, such a design will look especially attractive.

Geometric patterns help to correct the shortcomings. Vertical stripes will make a low balcony appear higher, while horizontal or diagonal patterns will, on the contrary, “push” the walls apart.

This technique will work on any background. It can also be photo wallpaper, which will add volume to the room.

Decorating a small balcony

The same principles apply to a balcony as to any other small or narrow room. Light colors visually enlarge a narrow space, while dark colors, on the contrary, conceal it.

Volumetric and bright patterns will also visually reduce the volume of the room, and geometric shapes, such as stripes, will “stretch” or “expand” the balcony depending on the direction.

The photo shows a compact loggia. The white design maximally expands the space, and bright elements add color to the interior.

Even the smallest balcony can be decorated in such a way that it will become a paradise inside the house, where it will be pleasant to spend time with morning coffee and evening sunset. The correct selection of color and pattern of wallpaper will correct the perception of light and space, and cute decorative details will complete the image of the loggia and support a single style.