The question many people raise: “Can I use wallpapers for decorating the walls of my bathroom?” And here is the answer, absolutely yes! Thanks to the development of new materials, specifically realized for answering the requirements of humid environments such as bathrooms, it is indeed possible to dress every area of your house with new garments. From the bedroom up to the terrace, you can choose the design wallpaper that best suits you. The main thing will be the choice of the finish , this is why we have summed up the key points to follow for a bathroom decorating project .
Why choose a wallpaper for renovating your bathroom?
The days of the bathrooms tiled up to the ceilings are gone… It’s true, retro trends continue to make people talking, but remember that it doesn’t mean you have to give up on renovating this space with a touch of refined modernity. The traditional tapestries have been replaced by innovative design wallpapers characterized by designs with a high aesthetic content , customisable thanks to the digital printing. From the mediterranen style, to floral patterns all the way to fake resembling tiles, today you have the chance to choose the background you prefer for your wellness oasis. Wallpaper is indeed the ideal to renovate walls with a catchy design covering and to recreate fascinating atmospheres. For example, imagine a bath with hot water after an intense day of work and a wonderful relaxing journey… your eyes wandering through lovely tropical landscapes or floral patterns with delicate colours. An enchanting image right?
An idea that has been made possible thanks to the latest generation wallpapers: waterproof, easy to clean and moisture-resistant, it allows you to give a fresh touch to your bathroom, even without necessarily having to remove the former ceramic covering. This represents as well an unquestionable advantage as to a saving aspect, both economic and concerning the time needed for restructuring. But watch out, in such cases, the operation requires a specific preparation of the substrate. Now, let’s find out together which are the finishes and materials you can take into consideration because you ought to remember that not every wallpaper can be used for the bathroom walls .
Bathroom wallpaper: how is it made and which one to choose
The choice of the best finish falls essentially on two kinds of product: the vinyl wallpaper and the fibreglass wallpaper . Thanks to their technical characteristics, these decorations are moisture-resistant and washable, but even in this case you ought to pay attention to the different requirements of each project. Before starting, however, keep in mind that the space must be well ventilated .
Vinyl wallpaper
This paper is made up of a non-woven base, covered with a thin layer of PVC (vinyl) which makes it, compared to the traditional tapestries, resistant also to heavy traffic, long-lasting, washable and fireproof. One of the most interesting characteristics of these decorations concerns the finishes, Ambientha PRO line offers typical reliefs for a realistic effect, both to the sight and touch . The surface of each vinyl wallpaper presents a detailed texture inspired by a material: Tactile for a textile effect, Stucco for a plaster effect, Linea for a scratched wall effect and Fino for a fine-grained effect.
Remember that this typology of paper is washable , so it will be really easy to maintain its aspect over time. The vinyl surface makes them an interesting choice for the bathroom, but not for every kind of wall . Let’s think about the shower ones indeed, or rather the sink, in such cases the contact with water will be higher compared, for example, to the entrance wall, more distant. If you want to decorate these walls it is necessary to choose a paper even more resistant, the fiberglass.
Fiberglass wallpaper
It’s the case to say it immediately, we are dealing with the most resistant wallpaper. Ambientha fibreglass coverings are fabrics of 200 gr/mq with an embossed finish, a good covering of surfaces and an optimal dimensional stability. The advantages this bathroom wallpaper offers are several: it provides a high protection against the fissures and cracks of the walls and it resists collisions, tears, scratches, detergents and even sanitizers.
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Wallpaper texture Affreschi a Matera by Ruxandra Chivu -
Wallpaper texture Synergy Twigs by Ambientha
maybe you haven’t thought about it yet but fiberglass is optimal even for renovating the kitchen environment , being in fact a fireproof and hygienic solution. Obviously, given its specifics, it has a higher price compared to the other wallpapers finishes but it is the ideal option for every bathroom wall , even those closer to showers or sinks. But, is it possible to cover the walls within the shower then? The answer is still yes, but you will need further insight.
Covering the interior of the shower with wallpapers
We have seen that the best choice for humid environments and in direct contact with water is fiberglass wallpaper, capable of combining the decorative function with the more specific moisture-resistant one . But, what happens in the internal walls of the shower? In such a case, the surface is in direct contact with water and, for a complete, optimal and longer lasting project, it is necessary to apply a finishing protective layer (for example a resin one).
This is one of the reasons why, along with the technique aspects of this finish, the professional installation of the wallpaper is crucial. You can’t pretend to be a decorator, it is a job which requires care and attention, that’s why it must be applied by a highly qualified staff . Now that you know for sure which finishes to use for decorating the bathroom walls as well, all you have to do is to decide which one you prefer: minimal chic , modern and exotic floral or rather more industrial? First of all it is important to choose the chromatic combination for your walls and furniture and then, well, unleash your imagination!
Which wallpaper design to choose for your bathroom?
As happens for other house environments, for the bathroom we recommend you to select the design, colours and finish of the wallpaper in such a way to create harmony with furnishings and to make it combine with the general style of your house. It could be a pattern whose nuances combine with the ceramic shades, or rather, thanks to the different textures available , you may create a unique effect with intense chromatic contrasts, so to give also new vitality to every tile, ceramic or wood that you want to leave unmodified.
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Deja Vu Pink wallpaper by Andrea Tarella -
Broken Ocean Riff wallpaper by Carolina Abarca
For the bathroom furnishing shabby chic style is indeed trendy, romantic and fashionable, with that provencal taste it is able to convey a sensation of cleanliness, proving itself perfect for this space, capable of characterizing the room with a welcoming and relaxed atmosphere. Whatever style you choose, remember to balance materials, colours and furniture. For example, in case of shabby chic style, the preferred material to use is wood, in its rawest and most natural variant, or maybe renovated with decapè technique for a stylishly shabby look. In this case, remember that the pale and pastel shades are perfect for wallpapers. In general, in fact, you can set up the chromatic scheme of your environment on neutral colours such as grey and turtledove as well, delicate and suitable for enhancing your furniture. And what if you prefer a modern and elegant bathroom?
Modern and elegant wallpapers: the enchantment of water
The house corners speak about you and your personality, they reflect your tastes, find out the bathroom wallpaper that best represents you then. Do you have a fresh and trendy personality? Are you an enthusiast of abstract and decisive lines, deep colours, modern and sophisticated designs ? The enchantment of water and deepness of the ocean in a bathroom wallpaper design could be a fascinating discovery!
Marea Sole wallpaper by Ambientha evokes the movement of the sea currents within the environment, the ever-changing power of water, a wonderful natural asset. The watercolour shades thus cover the walls as a modern water mosaic, perfect for furnishings with minimalist lines and neutral, candid nuances. Intense and elegant is Broken Ocean wallpaper designed by Carolina Abarca : the immensity of oceans and their incredible strength characterize the walls with deep shades. The artist decides to represent this way the respect and care promoted for the planet resources.
How to decorate a romantic bathroom: the floral wallpapers
From the kitchen to the living room, from the studio to the kids bedroom, from the bedroom to the bathroom, for creating a modern and romantic atmosphere the decorations play a crucial role : wonderful illusions with surreal charm, characteristic backgrounds and sceneries in harmony with the pieces of furniture and decor. In this case the chic and romantic house is characterized by pastel, glamour and captivating shades. Among the contemporary choices there is great use of white nuances, such as cream and ivory, of grey and beige, but also pink nuances like powder pink, of purple with lilla and light blues. Artist Andrea Tarella has created for Ambientha Deja Vu Pink wallpaper with the aim of experiencing, through his design, a romantic atmosphere, being welcomed in a poetic and relaxing bathroom. The designs and colour combinations help to create the feeling of being immersed in a dream , in a fantastic nature.
Feng Shui bathroom
Harmony, balance and energies are the sensations that Feng Shui decoration must transmit in your bedroom and not only, of course, but all around the house. Following some tricks you can make sure the environment conveys positivity and wellness, to donate everyday peace and tranquility. According to the ancient chinese art of Feng Shui, the bathroom, preferably orientated to the north and far from the kitchen , represents the most intimate part of the whole house , where we dedicate ourselves to body and mind care . You start your days from here, with the right vigor and optimism, but with which bathroom wallpaper?
According to Feng Shui the dominant element of the bathroom is water as a source of life, so to evoke the harmonious suggestions of nature and its colours. The bright and relaxing nuances of turquoise and light blue, more intense than blue and more positive than green, are the ones you can take into consideration. In the wallpaper catalogue of Ambientha you will find designs inspired to this ancient art indeed, aspiring to the balance of elements to enhance the space and live soft sensations. Dhyana wallpaper, for example, available in different shades, infuses peace and establishes an elegant abstract connection with nature. The last tips for a Feng Shui bathroom: the mirror is a crucial element for canalizing positive energies and, on the contrary, fire and its nuances for walls represents an unadvisable natural element for its vitality and strength.
