My enthusiasm for concrete walls, however, wasn't exactly shared by my partner. While I envisioned a home adorned with the cool, urban aesthetic of concrete, they weren't quite sold on the idea. So, I sought out an alternative – Concrete Wallpaper.
I turned to my trusted floor sticker seller from Ali-express last year. They started a separate e-store easy-decor.com, I discovered a remarkable selection of wallpapers that mimic the rugged texture of concrete. After browsing through various options, I settled on a dimensional concrete wallpaper. This vinyl paper is printed with a special ink that expands with heat, creating a raised surface effect known as “blown” wallpaper. It's a subtle yet striking way to introduce the industrial charm of concrete into any room.
Upon receiving the wallpaper, I was delighted by its quality. The texture lent it an air of authenticity, much like the evolution of laminate flooring from flat photocopies to textured surfaces that closely resemble real concrete and cement. This wallpaper took it a step further, capturing the raw, tactile essence of concrete. Also, this grey wallpaper can be very durable as time goes by. It is not easy to look dirty given the grey concrete texture.
Deciding on the orientation of the wallpaper was my next consideration. While I toyed with the idea of running it horizontally to mimic concrete panels, I ultimately opted to install it vertically for a more traditional look. The installation process was a breeze, taking just an hour to transform a blank wall into a focal point of industrial elegance. With no pattern matching required, it was a DIY project that even a novice could tackle with ease.
For those who have never wallpapered before, concrete wallpaper makes for the perfect inaugural project. It's simple to work with and doesn't necessitate the hassle of pattern matching. While there are plenty of tutorials available online, the straightforward application process means you'll be admiring your handiwork in no time.
In the end, concrete peel and stick wallpaper offers the best of both worlds – the contemporary allure of concrete with the convenience and versatility of wallpaper. It's a stylish solution that satisfies my design sensibilities while keeping my partner content. And for that, I couldn't be happier
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