Laminate on the wall in the interior

In modern apartments laminate flooring is a frequent visitor. Coatings from it are externally very attractive, durable, practical and easy to care for. The choice of patterns, colors and shades of laminate is very wide. In addition, the prices for it are very democratic, so everyone can use it at home.

On the floor? - On the wall!

But this coating is not only outdoor, it is used and laminate on the wall in the interior of living rooms , kitchens, corridors, hallways. On the walls the laminate is laid on the same principle as on the floor: a metal or wooden frame is mounted, holders are attached to it, onto which the laminate is then laid.

It is very important to know how to choose the laminate to the interior correctly. First, decide if you want to use this cover in one room or in several. In the latter case, it is better to use the same decor of the laminate, especially if you have a small apartment. Secondly, the design of the laminate on the wall is important to combine skillfully with other wooden surfaces: floor, skirting boards, interior doors. All these elements can be sustained in one color and texture, but then it is necessary to provide a pronounced contrast in shades, otherwise you risk making them fused. Designers still advise installing doors and skirting boards of a different color. The use of laminate on the walls provides many opportunities for combining with other elements of decoration and furniture. If you have a bright floor covering, the same walls and white furniture, the room will seem boring. Walls need to be made at least 3 colors lighter than the floor, and furniture to add bright colors.

Laminate and apartment

Laminate on the wall of the kitchen will become a very practical solution: it is easy to wash, it is moisture and heat resistant, does not fade under the sun. However, please note that it burns well, so it's not worth using this coating near the stove. But the seams near the car wash are to be sealed with sealants.

Using a laminate on the wall in the hallway, it is recommended to combine it with light wallpaper if the hallway is small and dark. So, you can use a laminate on wood instead of panels or completely lay out their walls for a room in the style of country. It is even possible to revet the window sills, as well as ceilings on balconies and loggias, to trim steps of stairs, to use as a material for screens and sliding partitions.

You can even trim the bathroom with a laminate, but to do this you need to choose the most moisture-resistant coating, and to extend the life of the must be treated with sealants.