Preparing the nursery for your baby can be quite challenging especially when it comes to the walls. One of the most common doubts new parents have is about choosing the right type of nursery wallpaper because the choice is huge. While the look of it can play a huge role in how the nursery will look, first, you should pay attention to some other more important things
Types of Wallpapers
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The first thing you should know is that there are three types of wallpapers available on the market. All of them have their pros and cons, so taking into account all of them would be great before making any decision.
Paste the Wall Wallpapers
Paste the wall, non-pasted or also known as traditional types of wallpapers are among the most commonly used options since ever. As the name implies, these baby room wallpapers come with no adhesive on their backing, which means that you’ll have to apply them on your own. Usually, these wallpapers are non-woven and don’t contain PVC which makes them also good for the environment. Regarding the glue, you can use a water-based one which is also ideal for nurseries. By investing in a non-pasted wallpaper, you’ll get the best of both worlds which is style and safety. When in the search for the right one, you can choose from an array of dazzling baby room wallpapers ranging in pattern, style, colour and size. The best of all is that these wallpapers don’t contain any hazardous inks or materials which is also great. Plus, they are easy to apply, easy to take off and quite affordable. If you have experience, you can even apply it on your own, just make sure to carefully select the glue and choose one that is free of toxins and chemicals.
Pre-Pasted Wallpapers
As the name implies, these wallpapers already have an adhesive on them. Unlike the others, for these ones you don’t have to buy any glue, instead, you need just water to stick them on the wall. Generally speaking, these two types of wallpapers are quite similar because for both of their application you’ll need to apply something (water or glue) with the help of a brush in order to install them on the wall. The only difference is in the way adhesive is applied.
Self-Adhesive Wallpapers
As the name applies, these wallpapers have adhesive on them and don’t need any water or additional glue to be applied on the wall. They work in the peel and stick way which means they don’t need an activator to apply it to the wall. Except for PVC, you can also choose from a large selection of other materials. They are also available in a wide range of colours and patterns, which means that you can easily find the ones that will best meet the nursery needs.
Regardless of the type of wallpaper you choose, all of them allow to be mixed and matched, just make sure to measure them right.
Choose the Right Pattern and Colour
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One of the most commonly used patterns for baby nursery wallpapers over the last few years are gender-neutral ones. That is because parents want to create a neutral environment appropriate for both boys and girls. However, if you know the gender of your baby and you have a spare room that can be turned into another nursery, later on, you can choose a specific girl or boy baby room wallpaper. Flower, geometric shapes, animals, navy, aeroplanes, bohemian, trees, forests and abstract are some of the many patterns and themes from which you can choose. The colour options are also endless, giving you the opportunity to choose one that will best meet your personal needs.
Think of Your Budget
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Although today’s wallpapers aren’t expensive, still, some of us can’t afford to invest in some fancy looking wallpapers. Just like with everything else, wallpapers can range in material as well, so it’s more than normal that some materials can be more expensive than others. However, if you have set your eyes on a pretty expensive wallpaper that look dazzling, instead of adding it on all four walls, you can add it only on one. That way, you’ll be able to create a statement wall which in fact will make the nursery more appealing and stylish. You can paint the rest of the walls in a similar or matching colour. There are lots of ideas on the Internet and on Pinterest to be more precise, so feel free to browse through them and find the perfect one for your little bundle of joy.
Regardless of the type of wallpaper you choose, the last thing to have in mind is to take the right measurements. In order to do that you’ll need a tape measure, paper, pencil and calculator. Once you have them, measure the width and height of each wall and calculate how much you’ll need. If you’re not good with math, you can always let the professional calculate for you.
