Kitchen wallpaper: ask your questions here

Kitchen wallpaper appears as a great ally when we want to decorate or redecorate this room. In addition to the infinity of options, the practicality of its application and the reduced cost compared to other coatings, these are points in favor of this type of decoration.

Many questions arise in our minds regarding the use of this item in this room. Is kitchen wallpaper good? Doesn’t it spoil fast? What colors or prints can I use? Will it take work to clean?

In today’s post our intention is to answer some of these doubts to convince you that using wallpaper in the kitchen is a good decision. Check out!

Features of specific wallpaper for the kitchen

The first tip has to do with the characteristics that must be observed when purchasing the wallpaper. The most recommended type to be applied in the kitchen is waterproof, washable and highly durable.

Remember that the kitchen is a space where we use water and where there is always a splash of substances (such as fat), so the characteristics mentioned above are essential to ensure that stains are removed and for the color or prints remain longer.

A feature that is usually present in most wallpapers is the fact that they are flame retardant, that is, if there is a fire in the house, the paper will not help the fire to spread. As we constantly deal with fire in the kitchen, it’s an advantage to have a role like that, in case there’s an incident.

Wallpaper colors suitable for the kitchen

Perhaps one of the biggest advantages of using kitchen wallpaper is the wide range of creative possibilities. And that’s exactly what leaves us with a lot of doubt when choosing. There are several prints available, one more beautiful than the other! The color combinations are fascinating and it’s possible to recreate different textures using the wallpaper… So it’s hard to choose!

It is clear that the style of decoration of the house and the furniture and objects already present in the kitchen will influence this a lot. If your home is more rustic, for example, perhaps a flower print or textures that mimic wood or brick would go better. If your house has a more modern style, geometric or playful figures can be a good fit, which includes the possibility of using stickers as well, not just wallpaper.

However, there are some general recommendations that are better suited to the kitchen when it comes to prints and colors:

Prints: if you are looking for delicacy and elegance, bet on floral prints. For a more neutral decoration, plaid or striped, even in bright colors, are positive highlights. Wallpapers with recipes or images from the culinary world whet your appetite and give the room a modern look.

Colors: Always combine one or two warmer tones (red, orange, yellow, purple etc) with cooler tones (grey, white, brown, pastels etc). For example, opt for blue-and-yellow-patterned wallpaper to match brown or gray furniture. If the furniture is colored, the paper color should be more neutral.

If you prefer bold colors and want to use more of them in the kitchen, opt for smaller prints that combine different colors, but that don’t cause much impact to the eyes. Don’t be afraid to use them in this room, according to Feng Shui, an oriental decoration technique that is concerned with spreading good energy in the house through decoration, it is recommended to use a lot of color in the kitchen.

How to care for kitchen wallpaper

Wallpaper maintenance is very easy once you buy the type recommended for the environment. To clean it, in order to remove stains and grease, it is recommended to use a white cotton cloth moistened with water and neutral detergent. Remember to wipe off a dry cloth afterwards, as even though the paper is waterproof, it will not resist excessive moisture.

With the above point in mind, it’s a good idea to avoid using wallpaper too close to the sink, as this is the area of the kitchen where we make the most use of water. For the paper to have more durability, choose to place it on a wall that will not be exposed to moisture often and where furniture or heavy utensils, which could tear the paper, will not be leaning against.

With the above point in mind, it’s a good idea to avoid using wallpaper too close to the sink, as this is the area of the kitchen where we make the most use of water. For the paper to have more durability, choose to place it on a wall that will not be exposed to moisture often and where furniture or heavy utensils, which could tear the paper, will not be leaning against.