Wallpaper is the ideal covering for decorating walls, and we mean all walls, even those in the kitchen. Wallpaper is now ideal for everything: it can be applied to most surfaces thanks to its versatility. In fact, washable wallpaper is also suitable for decorating behind the stove and the backsplash wall, as long as you choose the right material. There are different materials that meet the technical needs of the kitchen, so as to satisfy all requests: from style, to colors to functionality.
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Washable kitchen wallpapers today: materials for all environments but...
The decorative result that a custom-made wallpaper can have in the kitchen space is remarkable: it can transform the environment and create focal points of great effect. The Ambientha wallpaper collections are available for the kitchen on washable supports: a wide choice of graphic designs, abstract patterns and illustrated drawings for a variety of models and styles. There is something for every taste.
In addition, there are specific solutions for different rooms in the house, such as bathrooms, bedrooms and areas frequented by children, so that you can customize each room with the most suitable type. That's right, not all media of wallpapers on the market are suitable for the kitchen environment: discover the quick guide for selecting the ideal wallpaper for the kitchen.
Quality and washability for kitchens: the covering to avoid
First, let's talk about materials and immediately memorize this sentence: there is a type of wallpaper for every environment. Each type of wallpaper has specific characteristics that make it more or less suitable for certain conditions. Among all the materials available for the creation of a modern wallpaper, it is necessary to exclude the traditional ones with a paper base and instead include all the supports proposed by Ambientha:
- LIVING, non-woven,
- PRO, vinyl non-woven (washable)
- Fibreglass, in glass fibre (washable and suitable for areas subject to humidity such as the kitchen or bathroom)
Wallpaper A Modo Nostro by Modoro modern chic kitchen
The former, not being washable, are not suitable for use in a kitchen environment, where humidity, splashes of water and oil are the order of the day. While the PRO wallpapers, therefore in vinyl on a non-woven fabric base, are washable but also do not offer resistance to humidity and therefore are not the best idea for the bathroom and kitchen. However, if you are renovating all the areas of the house, remember that the LIVING wallpapers are breathable and, therefore, are perfect wallpapers for the sleeping area.
The first aspects to consider for your project
Washability is not the only aspect to consider when choosing the right wallpaper material for your use. Among the main factors you should consider when selecting wallpaper for your kitchen are:
- water resistance
- ease of cleaning from dirt and stains
- the position of the wall (for example behind the stove or sink)
- the type of environment
- your aesthetic needs
Wallpaper Iris Olimpia by Silvia Pasta - Washable for dining room and kitchen
In fact, the first question you need to ask yourself is: "Which wall do I want to decorate?" Depending on the answer, and therefore the humidity and resistance requirements, you can choose between vinyl wallpaper and fibreglass wallpaper. Vinyl wallpaper is resistant to traffic, impact and even stains: in fact, removing dirt and stains is very easy with just a soft cloth and water. In this regard, do not forget to watch our video on how to remove stains from vinyl wallpaper.
Vinyl or Fibreglass? The Material According to Your Needs
Let's start with a simple list that identifies the best paper depending on the wall:
- Kitchen entrance: vinyl wallpaper
- Behind the dining table: vinyl wallpaper
- Backsplashes: fibreglass wallpaper
To protect the most exposed areas such as the back of the stove and the sink, you will need to remember to use a specific protective coating that increases the resistance of the Fibreglass wallpaper to stains, water and heat. In the case of fiberglass wallpaper, in fact, you will need to combine the complete waterproofing cycle (laid by the professional decorator during installation).
How to Protect Your Fiberglass Decorated Backsplash Wall
In the case of the Wet System dedicated to fibreglass, which Ambientha provides in a complete kit prepared according to the number of square meters of your project, it is essential to respect the installation and drying times. Do not forget to check the manufacturer's instructions to obtain optimal results and a long-lasting covering.
The surface resin treatment can also be chosen for vinyl wallpaper, so as to make the decorated surface even more protected, which is already washable and resistant to impact, the most used therefore for passage walls (corridors, living rooms, professional environments, shops, etc.).
Wallpaper Kintsugi by Andrea Bertoletti - Washable for kitchen and dining room
Remember instead to choose fibreglass wallpaper if the kitchen is small and therefore the humidity level reached is quite high since it is the only support resistant to humidity. Remember that the ability of these products to protect the walls from dirt and stains is high, facilitating daily cleaning even with water and neutral soap. But the main reason for choosing wallpaper in this environment is certainly the decorative/aesthetic and scenographic factor, a result that is difficult to obtain with tiles: for this reason wallpaper is certainly considered a valid alternative to tiles in the kitchen and dining room.
Let's move on to the choice of style and design: wallpaper coordinated with kitchen furniture
Let's tackle the most exciting topic? Let's talk about the creative aspect when choosing wallpaper for the kitchen. Ambientha's modern wallpaper is designed to reflect your personal taste and express your individuality, even in the kitchen environment. Let's start by identifying the predominant style in the house and the colour palette. Colour plays a fundamental role in creating the desired atmosphere: each shade can influence the perception of space and convey different sensations. This allows you to search for wallpaper following indications regarding graphic subject and colors, so as to make an initial selection.
There is a wide selection of design models to choose from, suitable for every color and style need. Furthermore, if you rely on companies that choose a tailored approach to interior decoration like Ambientha, you can adapt the wallpaper graphics to the specific dimensions of your kitchen, obtaining a visually harmonious and scenic result.
Inspirations for a modern kitchen with custom-made wallpaper
A custom-made wallpaper can change the perception of space in a surprising way. For realistic decorative effects, also consider using photomural proposals. For example, if you are looking for advice on decorating a white kitchen, you can consider light-coloured abstract wallpapers, which therefore do not create strong color contrasts but, on the contrary, combine harmoniously.
Let's take a look at the style of this kitchen decorative real project for example: Ambientha creates professional graphic simulations to preview what the final effect will be. If you have a doubt about the style, the graphic subject, or the colors of the decoration, the graphic/photographic simulation is the service for you. With Ambientha you can request the graphic simulation for free to preview the graphics and also order the samples of the wallpapers you are evaluating for your rooms: browse all the samples in the catalogue here.
Which wallpapers to choose for a contemporary kitchen
If you are thinking of decorating a contemporary modern kitchen there are numerous options to choose from. It is now clear: wallpaper is one of the valid alternatives to tiles in the kitchen and it is especially so when you are oriented towards a modern and scenographic design.
Large scenography (which have taken the place of small repetitive patterns), artistic graphic subjects and, above all, customizable. In fact, a key element of modern wallpaper is the possibility of customizing the wallpaper in terms of colors and/or graphic layout.
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Imagine a wallpaper with the Tuscan landscape to open a window to the outside from your kitchen, or perhaps nature-themed wallpapers, certainly among the most loved to decorate residential environments, precisely because of the primordial bond that man has with natural elements and the environment.
For those who want a highly effective scenario, photomurals represent an ideal decorative solution for the modern kitchen, offering images with a realistic impact (as you can see in this urban style decorative project). If instead you prefer the more essential and contemporary features of the decorations you can opt for urban industrial wallpapers, or even geometric wallpapers.
Stone effect washable wallpapers: rustic or contemporary kitchen?
Enchanting and versatile solutions, depending on the desired style: stone-effect wallpapers for decorating the kitchen are among the most appreciated by interior design professionals for their particularly realistic effect. For a rustic and/or country style house it is best to opt for refined decorations, simple textures and light colors (which combine well with the natural materials prevalent in the environment).
If you are looking for ideas to furnish a contemporary kitchen , then you can opt for wallpapers with the texture of stone, yes, but original: the Aventurine Stone wallpaper for example adds expressiveness to the environment with the shades of the aventurine stone, enveloping and dense , which enhance the essential furnishings and find harmony with the neutral finishes and colours.
Washable tile-effect wallpapers: from majolica to Moroccan Berber
The tile is the timeless solution for the kitchen, thanks to the functional and aesthetic characteristics of ceramic… So what about wallpaper? Well, it can be said that there are many similarities between tiles and wallpapers, so much so that they are thought of as interchangeable solutions. In fact, several tile manufacturers have chosen to emulate wallpaper and create macro decorations in coordinated ceramic/stoneware modules. But is it possible to customize the colours or design with tiles too? Hmm, maybe these 2 coverings aren’t exactly interchangeable… right?!
Spanish or Moroccan inspirations? Discover the tile-effect wallpapers for a refined kitchen: Azulejo , the design by Lorena Nicolosi takes inspiration from the fascinating Portuguese culture and reinterprets the tile in a contemporary key, or Zahra , a tribute to the ancient decorative art of Morocco and the typical Berber tiles of master craftsmen.
