The Benefits of Using Wallpaper in Your Home

Do you love wallpaper as much as we do here at Aspire Design Group? If you’re on the fence, then maybe some of these benefits will convince you to jump into adding wallpaper to a room in your home. Why? Because Aadding wallpaper to your walls can transform the look and feel of your space, offering numerous benefits that go beyond mere aesthetics. Here are some compelling reasons to consider incorporating wallpaper into your home design:

1. Instant Impact and Style

Wallpaper provides an immediate wow factor, offering a wide range of patterns, textures, and colours that paint simply can't match. Whether you want a bold, modern look or a classic, elegant feel, there's a wallpaper to suit every style and taste.

Using wallpaper as the art in a room — create that impact in your powder room

2. Durability and Longevity

High-quality wallpaper is more durable than paint. It can withstand wear and tear, making it an excellent choice for high-traffic areas like hallways and children's rooms. With proper installation and care, wallpaper can last up to 15 years or more.

Durable but fun wallpaper in our client’s daughter’s bedroom is something she will grow up with

3. Hide Imperfections

Wallpaper can effectively cover imperfections on walls, such as cracks, dents, or uneven surfaces. This makes it a practical choice for older homes where walls may not be perfectly smooth.

4. Easy Maintenance

Many wallpapers are washable and can be easily cleaned with a damp cloth or sponge. This makes them ideal for kitchens, bathrooms, and dining areas where spills and splashes are common.

Even Kitchens can be personalized with wallpaper as we did in this coffee area for our clients

5. Versatility in Design

Wallpaper allows for endless creativity. You can choose from a variety of designs, including florals, geometrics, stripes, and even custom prints. This versatility enables you to create unique feature walls or cohesive themes throughout your home.

Wallpaper helps create a focal point in a room

6. Adds Texture and Dimension

Textured wallpapers, such as grasscloth, silk, or embossed patterns, add depth and dimension to your walls, creating a tactile and visually interesting surface that paint cannot achieve. At this years Feature Home at the National Home Show, everyone thought we had installed wooden slats on this bedroom wall…..and had to go to the wall to touch it. Surprise!!! It’s wallpaper!

Creating an optical illusion with wallpaper

7. Improves Room Acoustics

Wallpaper can help to dampen sound and reduce echo in a room, making it a great option for spaces where noise reduction is desired, like home offices or media rooms.

8. Eco-Friendly Options

Many wallpaper manufacturers offer eco-friendly products made from sustainable materials and non-toxic inks. These options are not only better for the environment but also safer for your home and family.

Wallpaper in niches help elevate this sometimes hard to decorate area

9. Personalization

With the advent of digital printing, you can create custom wallpapers featuring personal photos, unique designs, or branded elements, allowing for a highly personalized touch in your home decor.

Small Spaces love wallpaper like this custom mural

10. Increases Home Value

A well-chosen, professionally installed wallpaper can add perceived value to your home. Prospective buyers often appreciate the unique charm and character that wallpaper can bring to a space.

Incorporating wallpaper into your home design can be a game-changer, elevating your interiors from ordinary to extraordinary. It's a versatile and stylish option that offers both practical and aesthetic benefits. If you're considering a home renovation or simply want to refresh your space, wallpaper is definitely worth considering.

Book a 2 hour in-home design consultations and Christine & Maria will gladly recommend areas in your home to wallpaper.