Bathroom decoration with liquid wallpaper

Wall coverings are an important consideration when decorating a bathroom. It must not only be aesthetically pleasing but also resilient enough to endure the moist and muggy conditions that are characteristic of this area. Here’s where liquid wallpaper enters the picture.

Sometimes disregarded, liquid wallpaper provides a special fusion of style and functionality. It’s a cutting-edge substance that combines the robustness of conventional plaster with the aesthetic appeal of wallpaper. It’s also surprisingly simple to use and maintain.

This post will discuss the advantages of liquid wallpaper, how to apply it, and how to get a flawless finish, helping you decide if it’s the right option for your bathroom. Whether you’re starting from scratch or remodeling, this might be the chic and useful answer you’ve been looking for.

Aspect	Details
Moisture Resistance	Liquid wallpaper can be treated with a waterproof varnish to improve resistance to moisture, making it more suitable for bathroom use.
Application	It is applied similarly to plaster, using a trowel. It’s important to apply evenly and allow proper drying time.
Maintenance	Liquid wallpaper is easy to clean with a damp cloth but avoid using harsh chemicals to preserve its texture.
Design Flexibility	Available in various colors and textures, allowing for unique and personalized bathroom designs.
Durability	With proper care, liquid wallpaper can last several years in a bathroom environment.

Is it possible to apply liquid wallpaper in the bathroom?

You certainly can. but only in certain circumstances. It is a fact that coverings for bathrooms need to be, first and foremost, resistant to moisture—that is, they need not be afraid of high humidity. However, they need to be waterproof so that they can be washed. When it comes to bathroom liquid wallpaper, you can make them resistant to harmful effects by:

• coating them with varnish after drying;
• applying to the driest areas of the walls.

You can avoid the harmful effects of high humidity in these situations.

Moisture-resistant liquid wallpaper for the bathroom

The material’s primary constituent is a base, either synthetic or natural, whose particles are fused together. These might be fibers.

• cotton;
• cellulose;
• combined;
• silk.

The latter are best suited for usage in bathrooms since they are moisture-resistant.

Advantages and disadvantages

Experts point out the following benefits of this substance:. Among them are:

• environmental friendliness and hypoallergenicity. This means that liquid wallpaper does not emit harmful substances and is not capable of causing an allergic reaction in a person;
• absence of seams and joints. This means that when applying them, you will not need to select a special pattern;
• easy to work with. They are applied, in fact, like ordinary putty. As a result, a relief coating 1-2 millimeters thick with a matte surface, soft and pleasant to the touch is obtained on the wall;
• good repairability. To renew a small section of the wall, you do not need to remove the wallpaper on the entire surface. It is enough to simply remove the coating from the area being repaired, and then reapply the same composition;
• good hiding power, allowing you to eliminate small irregularities in the wall surface;
• waste-free;
• low thermal conductivity;
• aesthetics. In addition to the fact that liquid wallpaper itself has a pleasant appearance, you can even use it to apply drawings to the walls.

But every finishing material has advantages and disadvantages. They are also present in silk plaster, as liquid wallpaper is commonly known.

Experts point out two primary drawbacks:

• gyroscopicity (ability to absorb moisture from the air). This can lead to faster destruction of the coating. As a result, some do not recommend using this material in places with too much humidity;
• high cost;
• quite a long drying time, which can be up to 10 hours.

It is unlikely, though, that the latter drawback can be regarded as noteworthy. The drying time of regular paint and varnish coatings is substantially longer. Not only that, but they smell pretty bad.

With its distinctive combination of color and texture, liquid wallpaper is a fashionable and useful choice for bathroom décor that can completely change the area. It is simple to use, resistant to moisture, and produces a seamless finish that is ideal for the frequently humid atmosphere of a bathroom. Furthermore, liquid wallpaper can be customized, saving homeowners the trouble of painting or applying traditional wallpaper to get the exact look they desire.

Which liquid wallpaper to choose

You have to start with the idea that liquid wallpaper for bathrooms should only be moisture resistant. You must closely inspect the packaging to ascertain whether or not they have this parameter. Water resistance information is typically provided by the manufacturer. It’s also important that you consider the base.

Cellulose-based wallpaper is inappropriate for use in bathrooms. Applying wallpaper to a cotton base is also not a good idea. However, wallpaper over silk is appropriate.

Application technology

Silk plaster glue requires a series of sequential steps. They will need to be given more careful thought.

Preparation

The wall surface is ready at this point. To accomplish this, you must:

• remove the old coating on which the silk plaster will not be able to stick (whitewash, paint that has begun to peel off);
• eliminate large irregularities on the surface of the walls. Small ones (up to 2-3 millimeters) can be eliminated during the application of the wallpaper itself;
• apply a primer to the walls. It is better to do this several times. The previous layer must dry completely;
• If the color of the wall differs from the color of the wallpaper, then it is advisable to paint it in about the same color so that spots do not appear in the future.

Preparation of liquid wallpaper

Making a mistake when preparing the working mixture can result in material damage and additional expenses, so it is crucial to avoid doing so. Usually, the steps are taken in this order:

• pour lukewarm water into a plastic container;
• pour in glitter and mix thoroughly. If you add glitter later, it will be more difficult to mix it into the main mixture and the appearance of the material will sharply deteriorate;
• pour the contents of the package with liquid wallpaper (it’s more convenient to do this in parts) and mix thoroughly by hand. A construction mixer is unlikely to help in this matter;
• put the mixture in a plastic bag and let it brew for 12 hours.

Following all of these adjustments, the material is prepared for usage.

Application

Three tools can be used to apply liquid wallpaper with your hands:

• roller. In this case, the working mixture is simply rolled out over the wall, like thick paint;
• texture gun. It is used when the surface according to the plan is supposed to be uneven;
• Celms, spatula and graters. It is this set that most home and professional masters use, so we must talk more about this method.

Apply the mixture starting from the corner. From the right, if the master is right-handed. From the left, if it is left. The working composition on the grater or kelm is applied in small portions using a spatula. After that, the mixture is applied to the wall while a working tool is held at a 15-degree angle from the surface. Like putty, the composition is smeared.

In order to better adhere the subsequent strokes to the strokes, the stroke edges are attempting to become uneven. The tools need to be frequently wetted with water to facilitate applying the mixture.

Use a grater to smooth the surface 1.5–2 hours after applying the composition. It is permitted to cause a small amount of room heating while it dries. It must be left to dry completely before beginning any new work.

Applying varnish

Use soluble acrylic varnish to keep silk plaster from getting wet in damp apartment rooms. Apply with a standard brush and roller. Use a brush to clean in tight spaces, such as corners, the space between baseboards, and cable channels. For the remaining surface, using a roller will be more practical. Applying varnish in layers is acceptable.

Decorating a toilet with liquid wallpaper

Humidity in a toilet is typically lower than in a bathroom. Consequently, using silk plaster to decorate it is even more acceptable. Its moisture resistance needs are not very strict. Use of compositions containing fibers derived from cotton, cellulose, and silk is acceptable. Varnish works better in the latter scenario. Combining liquid wallpaper with other finishing touches in the bathroom makes sense.

Combination of liquid wallpaper with other types of wall decoration

Combinations of finishing materials are common in modern interior design. Experts say that silk plaster pairs well with:

• decorative metal coatings;
• decorative stone;
• PVC panels;
• laminate;
• lining (imitation of logs or timber);
• glass;
• tiles.

Reviews of manufacturers

We can name a few of the most well-known producers of liquid wallpaper. They are all distinct in some manner.

Senideco, a French company, provides over 150 different types of mixtures to its customers. Although it is pricey, the quality is worthwhile. The company’s products stand out due to their distinct velvety structure and appealing exterior.

Japan’s Silkcoat manufacturer aspires to match its French counterpart in every aspect. It was able to establish a steady place in the market and receive numerous favorable evaluations from clients all over the world because of the conscientious attitude toward the manufactured goods’ quality.

Cotex hails from France as well. It provides three lines of liquid wallpaper that are marginally different from one another in terms of arrangement. These pieces contain the following:

• — monochromatic design;
• – interspersed with minerals;
• – "golden thread".

Customer reviews highlight how easy to care for and long-lasting the company’s products are.

In terms of quality indicators, the Silk plaster brand, which is manufactured in Russia, still lags behind the leading global brands. However, concurrently, users observe:

• lower prices;
• sufficient strength;
• sufficient moisture resistance.

The apartment’s owner will ultimately have the final say over which brand to use. It is recommended that you become more intimately acquainted with the details before putting it into practice.

One of the simplest and most beautiful modern finishing materials is liquid wallpaper.

Bathrooms and other high-humidity areas of the apartment can be designed with them. The comparatively high expenses of purchasing this material will be more than offset by its durability. Numerous apartments and single-family homes in Russia currently employ this material with success.

Using liquid wallpaper to decorate your bathroom is a chic and useful option. Unlike conventional tiles or paint, you can create a customized look with this unique material’s design flexibility.

One of liquid wallpaper’s greatest benefits is that, when sealed properly, it can withstand moisture, which makes it ideal for the moist environment of a bathroom. Moreover, it is reasonably simple to apply, even on uneven surfaces, which can help renovators save time and effort.

To guarantee the finish’s longevity, the walls must be properly prepped and coated with a protective material. Liquid wallpaper may be an eye-catching and durable wall covering for your bathroom with the appropriate application.

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