Long gone are the days of stereotyping wallpaper as something you would only see in your Grandmother’s home. Wallpaper has made a comeback in a major way. And if you think wallpaper is solely being used just for covering the four walls in your room, think again!
One way to bring wallpaper into your home is to start thinking of your ceilings as a fifth wall. Most forget about ceilings when we think about a room as a whole. We tend to paint them your typical ceiling white and don’t give it another thought. Using wallpaper on a ceiling can create visual interest by bringing the eye up, and in some cases can make a room feel taller. Pro Tip: Choose a darker toned paper to make a room feel more intimate and moody, or a lighter colored paper with a small print to add fun and whimsy to a room.
An unexpected way to incorporate wallpaper into a room is by the addition of wallpapered furniture. As a furniture and design store, we are seeing the launch of new products that have been wrapped in textured wallpapers. If you need a way to break up all the wood furniture in your home, try adding a wallpapered piece! It’s sure to add a bit of interest and new textures into any space.
If you like the idea of adding a mural paper to a room, but can’t quite make that big of a commitment, try creating framed art panels instead. You can frame large sections of the wallpaper as if they were oversized art pieces. Use interesting decorative molding to create the look of a custom installation.
Don’t forget your built-ins and bookcases! Try adding a patterned or textured wallpaper to the back panels to give the shelving more visual interest and depth.
Whether you are a traditionalist when it comes to the use of wallpaper, or want to step outside the box and incorporate different applications of wallpaper, the O.P. Jenkins Design Team can help guide you through the process. Visit one of our two storefronts or reach out to schedule your appointment to get started.