- Vinyl, because of its stain resistance and durability, is a popular choice for wallpaper. Wallpaper made from solid vinyl can be difficult to remove, however, which is why vinyl-coated wallpaper is a popular choice. Most wallpaper is vinyl-coated, regardless of the primary material, but wallpaper made out of paper, fabric, grass and burlap--without a vinyl coating--is still available, although difficult to find.
- Vinyl-coated wallpaper is easy to clean and maintain. Because there are literally thousands of color, pattern, texture and design options available, wallpaper can enhance and complement the decor of any space. Some wallpaper types are often made specifically to coordinate with a particular paint color.
- Fabric and natural-fiber wallpapers, even those containing vinyl coatings, are particularly sensitive to humidity and are prone to mildew. When it comes time to replace wallpaper, finding an exact match to a style manufactured several years ago can be a difficult and expensive process.
- Installing wallpaper can be tricky because it is necessary to match up the patterns. The more elaborate the pattern, the more difficult the task. Many types of wallpaper are self-adhesive, eliminating the need for messy pastes and adhesives, and making do-it-yourself installation easier, once patterns are aligned and matched.
- Textured, brick and paneled walls usually require a blank, thick type of wallpaper known as “bridging material” to be hung first to help the wallpaper to adhere to the wall and to create a smooth appearance.
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