On paper or non-woven basis. Which wallpaper is better to choose - vinyl or non-woven? Disadvantages in comparison

Apartment renovation is a whole stage in a person’s life. Receipt new apartment or the desire to freshen up the situation, it doesn’t matter. In any case, the project of a new interior is being built in the head. Important stage- wall decoration. What to “dress” the room with? The most common material for wall decoration is wallpaper. The question often arises, which wallpaper is better. Let's look at two options - paper and non-woven, or more correctly, on a paper and non-woven basis. Let's find out what their differences and similarities are.

Advantages of paper wallpaper

Paper wallpaper is the most profitable, economical way to change the look of your room. They are attracted by their price, wide selection of ornaments, textures, and quality.

Single-layer wallpaper (simplex) - simple paper wallpaper of various colors, can be impregnated with a composition that prevents fading. Multilayer wallpaper (duplex) is stronger and more practical than simple wallpaper. In this wallpaper, each layer is impregnated with a water- and light-resistant solution.

Advantages of non-woven wallpaper

First, let's look at what non-woven wallpaper is and what non-woven wallpaper is. This is a non-woven material that consists of textile or paper fibers connected to each other by a binder. Many women probably used it when sewing trousers, skirts, and blouses. This material holds its shape well and is absolutely harmless. There is no difference in environmental friendliness between paper and non-woven wallpaper.

How to glue paper and non-woven wallpaper

Before pasting the walls with paper wallpaper, it is necessary to level the walls from small scratches, bumps, and bumps. The wallpaper is too thin and when applied, all surface roughness is visible. When working with a non-woven coating, the walls are also leveled, but minor unevenness can be omitted, since this type of wallpaper hides poor-quality putty and small holes in the surface being pasted quite well. This is the first difference between paper and vinyl wallpaper.

Let's get to the important part. The technology for pasting walls differs between paper and non-woven wallpaper. Using the first type of wallpaper, you need to smear the canvas itself with glue, let the wallpaper soak and stick it on the wall. Pasting should be done extremely carefully; impregnated paper tends to tear in the most unpredictable places. The second thing to expect is bubbles. It is also extremely difficult to deal with them, since there is a possibility of compromising the integrity of the canvas. Paper wallpaper is glued end to end. But, when wet, the paper stretches and after pasting, when dry, it shrinks and, as a result, holes in the seams and bursting of the coating sheet. Using the second type of wallpaper, when gluing surfaces with glue, we coat the wall, ceiling, etc. with special glue for heavy wallpaper, and after that we apply a dry sheet of roll. This wallpaper is glued end to end, without fear that the wallpaper will peel off, warp, or burst.

Where to glue paper and non-woven wallpaper

Both of these can be glued in rooms. When choosing, consider the following differences paper wallpaper from non-woven ones. In hallways, the non-woven version is preferable (possibility of wet cleaning). Kitchen, bathroom, rooms with high humidity - you should also use non-woven wallpaper (plain wallpaper will swell and move away from the surface). But in the nursery you can use any type. Dust does not settle on paper ones, which is important for the health of our children. But, don’t forget that almost all the guys are young artists and you can’t get rid of drawings on paper, and non-woven ones can be quickly repainted in a different color. Both are important for children. Having considered key points wallpaper of various structures, let's summarize.

The difference between paper wallpaper and non-woven wallpaper:

The qualities that these types of wallpaper have in common are safety, environmental friendliness, breathability (the ability of wallpaper to “breathe”), easy installation and dismantling.

The differences between non-woven wallpaper and paper wallpaper are its service life (paper ones have a shorter lifespan), moisture resistance, the possibility of wet cleaning, the possibility of repeated painting, when wet they do not lose their shape and strength, and a relatively high price.

Vinyl wallpaper - two-layer. The bottom layer is paper or fabric, and the top layer is polyvinyl, which is embossed or patterned. Such wallpapers are particularly durable. If necessary, they can be easily washed and cleaned with alcohol or solvent. This wall finishing material is indispensable for rooms with high humidity- kitchens and baths. However, vinyl wallpaper has one significant drawback - it does not allow moisture and air to pass through.

There are 3 types of these wallpapers:
- washable vinyl;
- foamed vinyl;
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Wallpaper made from washable vinyl has a fairly high moisture resistance, so it can be used for bathrooms and kitchens. To glue such material, glue for heavy wallpaper is used. The latter need both the wall and the wallpaper itself, and they must be saturated with it within five minutes. However, it is important not to let them get too wet, as this can cause delamination.

The first layer of silk-screened wallpaper consists of paper, and the second layer is made of vinyl with silk threads. With the help of such material you can significantly transform your home and make it a real work of art. Both textured and smooth vinyl wallpapers are capable of displaying the light that falls on them differently. This material is elastic, very pleasant to the touch and does not fade for a long time, but its cost is quite high.

Foamed vinyl wallpaper also consists of 2 layers - paper and special staff. The latter is subjected to heat treatment during manufacturing and as a result forms a relief surface. These wallpapers are very dense, waterproof, and they perfectly disguise many of the imperfections of the walls. With the help of foamed vinyl it is possible to imitate ceramic tiles, granite, leather, suede, marble, wood, different types plasters and other surfaces. However, such wallpaper is best used in non-residential premises.

Non-woven wallpaper: advantages

Unlike vinyl, non-woven wallpaper is homogeneous, it consists of only 1 layer. They can be either plain or with a pattern. This material can be used as an independent decorative element or for painting. At the same time, they can be coated with latex, water-based or acrylic paint. Non-woven wallpaper is highly durable. In addition, they are very easy to use.

It is worth saying that when gluing them you do not need to smear them with glue; it is enough to apply it only to the wall. Since interlining is natural material, allows moisture to pass through and “breathes”, wallpaper made from it can be used in almost any room, even in a children’s room.

When choosing clothes for your walls, you want them to not only be beautiful, but also to last a long time. Therefore, even before going to the store, you should decide whether you need non-woven or vinyl wallpaper, what is the difference between them and which one is best suited for the room.

All about vinyl decor

The panels consist of two layers. The first is the basis. Her main task- keep the covering on the wall. Non-woven fabric copes best with this. It holds its shape well, is able to hide wall defects and is easy to stick. The paper base differs for the worse. It shrinks, as a result, cracks may appear in the area of the joints, it does not hide surface unevenness and it is much more difficult to glue it.

The second layer is formed by a film of polyvinyl chloride, which determines appearance And performance characteristics. There are two types of its application:

Foaming

The polymer is applied to the substrate, after which it undergoes special processing. As a result, the PVC foams and forms a clear relief. Such panels are thick and loose. They are the best at hiding all sorts of wall surface defects, but have the lowest density of all vinyl ones. Therefore, they wear out a little faster than other varieties.

Hot stamping

Initial stage manufacturing is similar to the previous version. Hot stamping is used as a special treatment, resulting in a very dense, moisture-resistant fabric, characterized by increased strength and wear resistance. One of the varieties of such wallpaper is called silk-screen printing; in this case, silk threads are additionally placed under the film.

Regardless of the manufacturing method, all panels are made of vinyl:

Durable, will last 10-12 years or more.
Not sensitive to moisture, chemicals and organic solvents.
Resistant to mechanical damage.
They are easy to care for and can withstand wet and even intensive cleaning.
They can imitate almost any texture.

When comparing which is better, vinyl wallpaper or non-woven wallpaper, the main disadvantage of the former is considered to be its composition. Like any synthetic substance, PVC film can be dangerous. True, most often problems arise with low-quality products that have not passed certification. Another disadvantage is low vapor permeability.

Features of non-woven fabric

The product can be considered a relative, because the same raw materials are used for their production. This is natural cellulose to which some polyester fibers have been added. To produce the coating, non-woven fabric production technology is used. The result is a fairly dense material with a pronounced relief. Its significant advantages:

Ability to hold shape well. The canvas does not deform and does not shrink.
Vapor permeability. The walls “breathe” with this decor.
Sufficient wear resistance and service life of about 8-10 years.
The ability to easily tolerate numerous stains, as a result of which the surface relief only becomes stronger.

But the material is not perfect. It is very vulnerable to mechanical damage, easily absorbs dirt and... Getting rid of them is extremely difficult, and most often impossible, since non-woven fabric tolerates only dry cleaning. If the surface is painted, then choose a care product. It is best to choose a water-based emulsion that can be washed. This tandem gives the most practical result.

Vinyl and non-woven wallpaper: the difference is in the details

Despite the fact that many people confuse these materials, they are similar, perhaps, only in cost. Otherwise there are significant differences. Let's learn them differ.

Wear resistance and durability

The service life of the panels is approximately the same, but the operating conditions are completely different. Unpretentious vinyl can be applied to almost any room. It is easy to clean, does not absorb dirt, and is not afraid of water. more capricious. Even a small impact on its surface can leave a scratch or dent. Taking care of him is also not easy.

Vapor permeability

This is the ability of a material to transmit steam. Some are sure that “breathable” wallpaper regulates the microclimate in the room, but in reality, of course, this is not the case. No amount of vapor permeability of wall decor will help create an ideal environment in a poorly ventilated room.

This is much easier to achieve with basic . However, if for some reason the walls become very wet, you need to choose only non-woven fabric. PVC film does not allow steam to pass through, in such conditions mold will inevitably appear underneath it.

Ability to hide foundation imperfections

The best “camouflage” of wall unevenness is foamed vinyl. The loose surface hides all kinds of differences well, they become externally not noticeable. But on walls with small cracks and where there is a possibility of shrinkage, for example, in new buildings, it is better to glue non-woven fabric. However, you need to remember that it will not cover stains on the base that may show through the finish. If painting is planned, it will hide this defect.

Moisture resistance

There is a significant difference between the materials regarding resistance to water. Polyvinyl chloride film is absolutely insensitive to it. The polymer does not allow moisture to pass through to the base of the canvas, so it can be glued in the very rooms of the house. Non-woven fabric consisting of cellulose, on the contrary, is very hygroscopic. For this reason, it can only be used in dry rooms.

Difficulty of installation

The easiest way is to glue non-woven strips. To do this, just lubricate the wall with liquid adhesive and attach the panel. True, its width is usually 106 cm, so it may be difficult to fit and smooth out. It's better to do this with an assistant. Thicker vinyl is more difficult. Glue is applied to both the wall and the wallpaper. If the base is paper, in some cases they wait until it gets a little wet. Only then do they apply the strip to the surface.

Registration

Only vinyl decor can boast a variety of designs. It has a rich color range, which includes many of the most different shades. The texture also differs. If necessary, imitation of any material is possible. Non-woven fabric, in contrast, has a simpler design. This is explained by the fact that the manufacturing technology somewhat limits the decor of the material. But the relief turns out to be very clear and durable.

Which wallpaper is better to choose, vinyl or non-woven?

Everything determines the purpose of the room, for which the decorative properties are selected. Vinyl is ideal for the hallway, corridors, bathroom or kitchen. It is not afraid of humidity and possible mechanical damage. In such conditions, the coating will serve for a long time and will not lose its properties, while non-woven fabric will very quickly become unusable. The latter is worth choosing for the bedroom, living room and children's room.

It is not advisable to glue vinyl sheeting in rooms where people are constantly present. The only person to blame for this is the polymer that forms protective film. It may be hazardous to health. To avoid possible problems, you should purchase only certified material without a strong unpleasant odor.

It is impossible to definitively answer which wallpaper is better, non-woven or vinyl. Each option is good in its own way and is suitable for certain operating conditions. If you take this into account when choosing, the finish will last a long time and will not make its owner upset about wasted money.

Material prepared by: Inna Yasinovskaya

Non-woven-based wallpapers are in many ways superior to paper-based wallpapers, but they are more expensive. Is it worth overpaying? What are the differences between paper backing and non-woven backing?

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Attention, substrate! As we wrote in the previous one, the basis of the wallpaper determines the gluing technology: spread the glue on the canvas or just on the wall. There are wallpapers on a paper basis (backing) and on a non-woven basis.

Wallpaper on paper basis

The most popular. The paper base is the most profitable for the manufacturer, because... Almost any coating can be applied to it, for example, another layer of paper, textiles, cork, vinyl, etc. As a result, it is the most popular. The main properties of paper-based wallpaper, including waterproofness, strength and durability, are made up of the characteristics of the materials used (two or more).

Working with paper is not easy. When covering a room with paper-based wallpaper, the glue is applied directly to the “backing”. Wet roll pieces are difficult to fit together accurately while standing on a stepladder. In addition, it is difficult to deal with bubbles. Not every worker can carefully cover a wall with paper wallpaper. Non-woven wallpaper is much easier to work with - even “amateurs” can handle it.

In the photo: Stages of covering walls with paper-based wallpaper.

Based on this, if we compare paper-based vinyl wallpaper and two-layer paper wallpaper, we get absolutely different properties, and accordingly the scope of application. So, vinyl wallpapers are more suitable for the hallway - they can be easily cleaned from splashes and dirt, while paper wallpapers will be hopelessly damaged.

Thus, the properties of the base only partially determine what characteristics the wallpaper as a whole will have.

Advantages of paper-based wallpaper. The main advantage of the paper base is its low cost. Also, paper has excellent breathability, but only with an appropriate coating, for example, with a second paper layer.

Attach it to the wall. Non-woven wallpaper is glued in an unconventional way. Dry pieces of canvas are applied directly to the wall covered with glue. This greatly simplifies installation and allows you to adjust adjacent strips as accurately as possible.

In the photo: Wallpaper from the Omexco factory.

Sometimes non-woven fabric is used to trim the inside sides of blouses, suits and outerwear to give them shape. Non-woven wallpaper is valued for these same properties. They have a base made of non-woven fabric and a covering made of vinyl, less often textiles or other materials. Some buyers consider it unsafe in terms of health.

In reality, the non-woven base is completely harmless. Only vinyl covering is controversial regarding safety, but not always.

Advantages of non-woven wallpaper. The main advantage is the ease of installation. Non-woven wallpaper can be applied to the wall dry, i.e. with pre-applied adhesive directly onto the wall. As you know, non-woven fabric holds its shape well, therefore, wallpaper based on non-woven fabric does not deform during pasting and does not warp in use. This is the kind of wallpaper that is usually used in new buildings, the walls of which shrink over time. In addition, they perfectly hide unevenness and cracks in the wall.

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Examples of non-woven wallpaper. Covering materials: vinyl, flock, paper, textiles.

Disadvantages of non-woven wallpaper. The only drawback of such wallpaper is the high price. Non-woven wallpaper is not produced in Russia, which means that all non-woven wallpaper is imported or made from imported materials, which justifies its high cost. The range of non-woven wallpaper made in Germany is more widely available in our country.

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Paper and vinyl - a modern combination

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After all, paper is environmentally friendly pure material, which does not interfere with air exchange through the pasted surfaces. Therefore, you can safely use paper products to decorate any premises, including children’s rooms. But keep in mind that the humidity in them should not be higher than average. This budget option Many owners of old houses use it to tidy up their rooms, especially since recently a large number of multi-colored wallpapers with raised patterns have appeared.

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Paper-based vinyl wallpaper - product types

The use of paper in the production of wallpaper has become possible in combination with another material - polyvinyl chloride. If paper serves as the base, then vinyl is used to make the front layer. Non-woven fabric is also used as a base, which is more durable and less susceptible to stretching.

Thanks to vinyl, wall decoration can be washed with water and used in rooms with a humid climate. Also, given the thickness of the products, they are easy to use when not very smooth walls and hide small defects. True, due to the multi-layer nature of this type of wallpaper, air permeability is very low, especially non-woven wallpaper. However, some manufacturers have overcome this disadvantage and began to produce breathable ones, but this pleasure is not cheap. But their durability and strength can only be envied.

Vinyl wallpaper is divided into the following types:

Compact vinyl (flat wallpaper) imitates materials such as textiles, stone or standard plaster. Quite convenient to use to hide uneven walls.
Silk-screen printing is a type of flat wallpaper with a special embossing that imitates a silky texture.
Foamed vinyl with a pronounced structure is most often embossed. It is characterized by high wear resistance. The surface for gluing such wallpaper should be perfectly leveled, since even minor surface defects will manifest themselves.
Vinyl wallpaper ready for painting. You can create a flower arrangement yourself or choose a unique shade. Many people use this type of thick wallpaper as a finish, because they are not afraid of ultraviolet radiation, and in addition, they easily tolerate moisture and detergents.
Solid vinyl wallpaper is exposed special type heat treatment. The advantage of this material is that it almost does not cause allergies, in addition, it allows you to imitate any type of coating. During production, different colors are used along with the embossing technique.

Judging by the reviews, consumers increasingly prefer vinyl wallpaper to paper wallpaper. The reason is that they last much longer than their paper counterparts. And even the difference in price is more than compensated for by infrequent repairs. As the owners note vinyl trim, it begins to lose its original appearance only after 10 years.

Non-woven fabric - the basis for non-woven wallpaper

Non-woven wallpaper should be divided into two groups to avoid confusion.

The first group is the wallpaper itself, completely made of non-woven material, nonwoven fabric based on cellulose fibers bonded with a polymer mass. That is, the main component of non-woven fabric is the same as that of paper, but the strength of the material is an order of magnitude higher.
The second group of non-woven wallpapers are products in which non-woven wallpaper is used as a lining under the front layer, all made of the same vinyl. Therefore, it is more correct to call them vinyl wallpaper on a non-woven basis. Next, we will talk specifically about the first group, since the second is characterized by all the features of vinyl wallpaper, with the exception of the increased strength that the non-woven base gives to the products.

The difference between non-woven wallpaper and vinyl is its high tensile and tensile strength. This means that this version of the product not only adheres well and easily, but also does not tear when the house structures shrink. This will hide unnecessary cracks in the walls. Products made from non-woven fabric do not support combustion; fungus or mold will not appear on them. They can withstand up to 12 layers of paint.

For those who are working with such products for the first time, it is worth knowing that gluing non-woven wallpaper is done using a method slightly different from the traditional one. In this case, special glue is applied not to the sheets, but to the walls. Then the dry sheets are applied to the area covered with glue and pressed and smoothed.

According to experts, this operating technology avoids the formation of bubbles and the wallpaper moving to the side. This wallpaper can be easily applied to prepared plastered walls, as well as to plasterboard, wood or porous concrete. Such wallpaper does not require preliminary putty. And yet, it is advisable to glue non-woven sheets only end-to-end, without overlapping edges on each other. By color scheme the choice is quite large.

It is also convenient to work with the rolls themselves, which are produced in standard meter widths. The product allows air to pass through perfectly and allows the walls to “breathe,” which helps avoid air stagnation in the rooms. Non-woven fabric does not like water, so if you want to put a washable finish in your kitchen or hallway, then it makes sense to choose vinyl or. But keep in mind that you can paint non-woven wallpaper no earlier than 24 hours after pasting the walls.

Vinyl or non-woven wallpaper - which wallpaper is better?

If we take vinyl and non-woven wallpaper for comparison, the difference is quite significant. Firstly, non-woven ones consist of natural cellulose, whereas vinyl ones top layer- artificial. And although manufacturers talk about their complete safety, it is still not recommended to glue such products in children's rooms.

Secondly, non-woven products have such a parameter as good air permeability, but vinyl products do not always have such a parameter (only for expensive products where the layer structure is subjected to special treatment).

As we have already noted, these two types of wallpaper differ significantly in the method of applying glue to the surface. In the case of vinyl, the adhesive mass is applied to the back, with non-woven ones - on the wall itself. That is, when working with second products, you do not have to look for a place on the floor or on the table to roll out sheets and coat them with glue.

When choosing one of the materials, you should not completely discard the second. Non-woven fabric and vinyl perfectly complement and replace each other in different situations– for example, in the bathroom there is a place vinyl wallpaper, in the living room it is better to cover the walls with non-woven fabric.