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Decorative wallpaper is and continues to be a key trend. The top trending wallpapers for this year include neutral tones such as greens, browns and beiges as well as nature-inspired patterns that add a vintage, traditional style to your home. However, colours such as grey, black and white are timelessly modern wallpaper design choices. 

Whatever your taste and interior style is from traditional textured and floral wallpaper designs to contemporary panelled and patterned wallpaper, there is something to suit every individual's taste. The progress in new printing techniques and finishes is constantly pushing the boundaries, and the availability of new wallpaper designs and patterns makes it even more exciting. Whether you’re wallpapering an entire room or adding a feature wall, wallpaper is still one of the best ways to spruce up your home.

At Decorating Centre Online, our wallpaper collection mainly consists of two different types, paste the wall wallpaper and paste the paper wallpaper and we often get asked what the difference between these two types are and which is the better one to go for. The obvious main difference between these two is the wallpaper hanging method or the way of applying the paste before you hang the paper.

Paste the Wall Wallpaper - As stated in the title, the paste is directly applied to the wall before hanging each individual strip. Known as the easier to work with out of the two, this wallpaper type avoids the stress that using a paste table may cause, whilst also applying wallpaper paste directly to the wall also means that you can ensure the consistency of the paste, ensuring that you are left with a smooth and even finish.

Paste the Paper Wallpaper - Paste-the-Paper is when the paste is applied directly to the back of the wallpaper strip before hanging. This type of hanging method requires a drying time, which is a way in which the paste becomes activated allowing the paper to rest before hanging the strip.

Absolutely! Wallpaper sometimes gets the "preconception" that it can only be used in rooms such as living rooms, hallways or bedrooms, so we are here to tell you that this is strictly not the case. The beauty of wallpaper is that it can be hung in pretty much every room in your home, whilst also being totally transformative in any space. Wallpaper has the power to change the look and feel of a room by adding a splash or colour, a bold print or a touch of texture. 

Wallpapers are perfect for use in kitchens and bathrooms, although sometimes not associated with use in these rooms due to the high levels of humidity, wallpapers can add an instant stylish impact. In these particular rooms, it's all about choosing a wallpaper that has been specially designed to be used in damp and steamy conditions. For these rooms, we would recommend using vinyl wallpaper finishes that can be easily wiped clean and have a scrubbable nature. If you need some extra help or more information feel free to contact us. You can also search our selection of kitchen and bathroom wallpapers. (We've even written a super helpful blog about our favourite bathroom and kitchen wallpapers)

When picking a wallpaper for a room in your home, look at the colours and tones of the furniture, furnishing and light fixtures that already exist in that space. Think about what the function of that particular room is and how you want you and your guests to feel when you spend time there. If you’re still struggling to decide, then use our Wallpaper Picker Tool.

Want to see how a wallpaper suits your space? Why not test out some wallpaper samples to find out? Simply select the wallpaper design of your choice and select the "Order Sample" button.

If you're searching for quick and easy application, shop our full range of paste to wall wallpaper.

To decide how much wallpaper you’ll need, first you need to measure the width of the area you’ll be wallpapering in metres, including windows and doors. Divide the width of the room by the width of the wallpaper you are buying, which will tell you how many widths of wallpaper you’ll need. Next, measure the height of the room and multiply it by the number of widths needed and divide that number by the length of the wallpaper roll. What you're left with is the number of wallpaper rolls you’ll need. Here’s an example:

Width of room (30 metres) ÷ Width of wallpaper: (0.5 metres) = number of wallpaper widths needed (60)

Height of room (2.5 metres) x number of wallpaper widths needed (60) = 150

150 ÷ length of wallpaper roll (10 metres) = 15 rolls of wallpaper needed.

We’ve actually made this process much easier for you, so when buying your wallpaper you simply input the measurements of your room and we work out how many rolls you’ll need!

When choosing good quality wallpaper, there are a few key factors you should take into consideration:

• First, check the material type. High-quality wallpapers are often vinyl or heavyweight paper, which tend to be more durable, easier to clean, and better at hiding minor wall imperfections. Non-woven wallpapers are also a popular choice as they are strong, breathable, and easier to hang and remove.
• Next, consider the finish and print quality. Good wallpaper should have crisp, well-defined patterns and consistent colour throughout the roll.
• You should also look at the washability rating. In busy areas like hallways, kitchens, or children’s rooms, a washable or scrubbable wallpaper will be more practical and longer lasting.