Wallpaper under a brick in the interior 75 variants masonry

Brick used in the building during the time of Ancient Egypt. Material bore little resemblance to modern counterparts. From huddling clay lumps shaped wedges of approximately equal size. First we used adobe brick, which is dried in the sun and was afraid of water, so the construction of it was not exactly durable. Then, the building material has become subjected to calcination, which significantly increased its service life. The ruins of the famous Tower of Babel (one of the seven wonders of the world) are the remains of masonry, fragments of which have retained their form till our days. Ancient Rus with the material introduced to the Byzantines. Each brusochek in those days was made by hand, so only the wealthy people can build from it. The poor had to settle for more affordable wood and stone. Gradually, the production became mechanized, and therefore product prices declined. Nowadays bricks are among the most affordable and reliable materials, which, unfortunately, can not compete with foaming, gas, reinforced concrete. Recent given the opportunity to build skyscrapers and "skyscraper" in the cities. Masonry has always been a part of the exterior. In the interior, it preferred to plaster and trim to conceal unsightly walls. It was not until as long as did not become popular or industrial style loft in the United States. This trend has actively promoted the use of sloppy like "unfinished" elements and surfaces. Naked brick wall was considered a fashionable accent in the design of interior decoration of the house or apartment. However, even here, to replace natural material came simulate it. Artificial or decorative brick, which is lighter and cheaper than the original, is used everywhere in those apartments, where a loft has to "squeeze" in the strict budget. Monumental like coating is different. For simpler interiors began to make wallpaper for brick. A thin surface reliably displayed masonry with all its natural defects and irregularities.

Wallpaper for masonry: natural advantages over brick wall

Wallpaper favorably with those of the natural brick is not only cost. Among the advantages of the material are the following:

• Breathability. Walls, wallpapered, "breathe";
• Simplicity when creating angles. Material bends around any surface, and these blocks are ugly "act";
• The variety of textures and colors. Standard brick has brown-brown or white. To correspond to the wall design picture masonry would have to be painted in the desired shade. Wallpapers well rid of this extra work;
• Lightweight material and the ability to "go" on any surface from plaster and to a concrete wall;
• Simple decorating the walls. No mortar, or a team of workers to complete it is not required for repair. A popular technique "ragged" edge depict easily with scissors, after cutting the edge of the roll;
• Friendly replacement. The old coating can be torn off and re-stick if necessary other material that allows you to change the finish of the walls for a day or two.

Moreover, the range of materials designed for use in different rooms. For example, the wallpaper with a special covering perfectly fit into the interior of the kitchen or bathroom.

From natural brick at any intensity of the heating system will "pull" the cold. It is inevitable for the raw material, which is valued for its unusual, natural look. With wallpaper this problem does not arise at all.

types of wallpaper

Regardless of the texture on the surface of the wallpaper are classified into types according to the types of material performance:

• Paper. Cheapest and "flimsy" wallpaper. They quickly formed abrasions, so the service life does not exceed 4-5 years. Do not recommend paper wallpaper paste kitchens and bathrooms. They are completely unsettled in their microclimate. Suitable for halls, corridors bedrooms and children's rooms. As for recreational facilities valued material due to its undeniable environmental and safety issues.
• Fleece. The material is lightweight and "breathe" after finishing. Fleece does not swell when wet and shrinks when dry. Unfortunately, as the paper wallpaper, non-woven not last long.
• Acrylic. In a paper or non-woven backing in dotted technique applied foamed acryl. Its layer "breathes", and provides long term operation of the material.
• Fabric. And finish effectively looks rich, textiles but require constant maintenance, since the collected dust. Wallpaper can not be combined with kitchens.
• Vinyl. Perhaps the most popular option in recent years. On the basis of a layer of foamed vinyl. In the market of finishing materials offer options with a relief and a smooth surface. Vinyl wallpaper layer provides a "long life". The material can be used in the kitchen finishing.
• Metallized. The top layer is covered with a special type of wallpaper foil. Material looks elegant and expensive. Figures from bricks simulates rarely as spectacular on the surface look like floral designs.
• Natural. An elegant option for luxury apartments. The material referred to as "not everyone afford it" category, but the cost of paying off the beauty cover. Typically, they decorate the only one, accent area. Because the rolls on the wall thickness will be clearly visible joints. More common cork and bamboo wallpaper. Material complicated to assemble. Exotic options become wallpaper, woven from straw and reeds in the technique of "mat".
• Mural. As a rule, on their surface are shown pictures or panoramas, and not repeating pattern. Relevant options that mimic the "old" walls where masonry is combined with the crumbling plaster. Mural are highly detailed and realistic images, respectively, and paintings.

Of all the above types most in demand vinyl wallpaper. They meet quality standards and be pleasing to the eye than a year.

Let us discuss in more detail styles

The first, which comes to mind at the mention of brick wallpaper, of course loft. Noble, industrial style, which has become more elegant and refined than its industrial predecessor. The rooms are decorated according to the canons of this direction, the brick wall is considered to be an indispensable element. Accent area that from the "uncouth" surface turned into exquisite detail of the interior. If the brick is painted in gray, white or black, it rejects the use of modern high-tech. Accent wall profitable emphasize chrome surfaces and "gloss" of the room. Scandinavian style, from which emanates the northern "cold" too relaxed view of such decisions. Again, the value is the color of the wallpaper, the selection is better to stop on white. Neo-Gothic and Gothic gloom different interiors, which emphasize the surface with simulated bricks in bulk form with corners and sprinkle "scars" cement slurry. In minimalism, bright wallpaper with a raised texture dilute the monotonous decor of the room, which may seem too dull.

Ethnic style is known to endure everything, so the wallpaper under the brick will be in harmony with the unusual décor of the room.

color solutions

As for colors, the modern wallpaper can be made in almost any shade from the acid green and violet up. Such variants are suitable for extravagant style, where bright colors look appropriate. It is worth noting that such catchy walls combined with a minimum of decoration, as the abundance of accents have a negative impact on the perception of the interior. More relevant natural variants with a clutch of brown, white, gray or black. "Brick" wall is unusual in itself, so experiment with shades are best left to the other decorative elements. Also, the material can be divided into two categories:

• Imitating the "fresh" masonry;
• The texture of the surface of the repeated pattern of aged walls.

Do not forget about the standard color scheme for the rooms with different dimensions. The young always use light colors and large you can resort to the dark.

Choice of texture and design

The texture material is divided into two types:

• Smooth. It is no different from the classical wallpaper;
• Relief. Running a hand along the surface, you can feel under your fingers "roughness" brick and depressions in the joints, which must be in the original bonding cement.

Smooth the wallpaper can be matte or glossy. "Laminated" shine last immediately will give an imitation, so consider this nuance when you create a loft-style interior, which still prefers natural brick. Also on the wallpaper can be depicted elements large and small fractions. Does not recommend the use of a material with small building blocks in cramped rooms, such details will load space.

Design options in the interior

"Brick" wallpapers are universal. If you choose the right base material, the coating can be used for decoration of any premises. Competently beat the effect produced by surface wallpaper will be a major focus in the room. This does not matter, they are plastered on the walls or their small plots, niches, ledges.

In the hall

In the hallway wallpaper is usually under a brick with simulated torn edges paste over the wall at the front door. Standard rooms do not differ large dimensions, so a textured, dark surfaces are not advised to go to far. You can paste over the light "bricks" one of the long walls of the corridor. Effective addition will be a collage of black-and-white photographs of the same size, which hung in a row. The rest of the walls are lined with light-colored plaster, plain and simple which will emphasize "brick" accent.

In the living room

In the living room using accent "brick" walls can allocate a separate area: reading area or workspace. Actual use of such a combined room wallpaper, as the separation of two spaces. They usually okleivayut plasterboard walls with decorative niches. Do not forget about lighting, which will make a simple "brick" wall spectacular area in the room.

In the kitchen

The kitchen is usually wallpapering "brick" decorate an apron or a wall, next to which the dining area is located. It should be borne in mind that a natural "red" color does not whet your appetite, so it is best to use light shades. The spacious kitchen is a stylish solution would be dark wallpaper on the wall of windows, which are pasted them on the edges. Openings halt monophonic curtains without graphics that accentuate the interior elegance and rigor.

In the bedroom

The bedroom accent wall is usually at the head of the bed. The exception may be flat, elongated in the length, which put a bed in the far corner. Furnishing bedroom should have to rest, sleep, calm. In order not to disturb the harmony of the atmosphere, avoid the use of wallpaper simulating rough, dark brick. Soft pastel shades of the material will help to create a sense of lightness of the interior. Bricks must also be neat, with no apparent trace of "destruction". The latter is relevant only in the styles that support the impression of exquisite antiques. They are a prime example - Provence, but he prefers roughly painted white wood.

In the children's room

Wallpapers under brick is often used for decoration of teenage bedrooms. As a rule, in this age, children (especially boys) crave brutal interiors with a challenge. Teens will appreciate the room in the Gothic style or ultra-modern loft. Last will cause persistent association with the situation of trendy cafes and music bars that will be another "plus" in the style of a piggy bank. For girls recommended to choose a more romantic option, where the wallpaper will be painted in soft colors: peach, pink, white.

conclusion

In a contemporary style skillfully combined natural surface with simple furnishings. The human perception over the past decade, the concept of "beauty" modified and turned upside down. Therefore, what used to try to hide and shut down now flaunt as a bright example of innovative solutions, have entered into vogue. Masonry is not an exception. Previously this material was considered "rough" for finishing use more beautiful and neat wallpaper, plaster, paint, wood. Now the brick is so popular is that those who can not "cement" their walls literally resorted to simulate it. Note that the surface texture has the ability to "push" to the premises (except only the white and gray), so the paste over the room such battles are not worth it. The interior will look tasteless and ugly. Accent walls - the perfect area for a brick in the rooms.