Top tips For Maintaining Your Wallpaper

Types of Wallpaper Materials

Wallpapers are great wall decor beautification for every space today. They can transform any room in the home, and they can bring color and uniqueness to any room. Wallpaper is primarily used in interior decoration or beautification to decorate the interior walls of offices and homes. They are the best and fastest option if you are looking for a way to make it up for family members who are allergic to paint. Moreover, hanging wallpaper isn’t as difficult as it looks, especially on a suitable wallpaper surface.

 As beautiful as wallpapering can be, it can also get so nasty when dirty. Hold on! Don't be scared. Maintaining wallpaper decor is relatively easy. Once you are familiar with the maintenance techniques, they are the best wall coverings you will love. You will always love them; interestingly, you can always repair them if they are torn.



To maintain your wallpaper, you want to be sure you are using the right maintenance and cleaning method for your wallpaper material and type. YES! Wallpaper types! Stay with us. We will take you through all you need to know. Cleaning wallpaper is a delicate process, so you do not want to damage your wallpaper from cleaning .

1. Liner Wallpaper material

Liner wallpaper, also known as lining paper, is designed from paper. This wallpaper type is perfect if you want to hide the entire wall with defects and repair marks. Liner wallpaper type is also sometimes used as a first layer or base for more delicate wallpaper. However, this wallpaper type is easy to apply and remove. Requires no stress during installation, repair, or replacement.

2. Printed Wallpaper

Printed wallpaper is the most used and common wallpaper design adopted today. It has a variety of colors and patterns, which gives you a variety of designs to select from. Moreover, digital wallpaper print, usually is less expensive than hand-printed Wallpapering. However, the ink used in printing is water-based, so you should not use it in the kitchen.

3. Vinyl Wallpaper material

Vinyl wallpaper is one of the best wallpaper types that comprises printed paper coated with layered vinyl. This wallpaper type is the most commonly used type for kitchen wallpaper application due to its high quality and durability. It lasts very long, so you can keep your wallpaper the same. However, its durability is dependent on the thickness of the vinyl coating. You can use vinyl wallpaper in kitchens and bathrooms. Vinyl wallpaper is a wipeable wallpaper.

 4. Mylar Wallpaper 

A polyester film is layered on top of a printed paper foundation to make mylar wallpaper. It resembles foil wallpaper in that it has a wet or shiny appearance. Like flock wallpaper, it detects wall issues and highlights wall flaws, so the prior paper lining is advised. Mylar wallpaper materials can be cleaned with polyester film, which is very simple. It is most frequently used in bathrooms and kitchens.

5. Bamboo Wallpaper

Like its name, bamboo is a unique and natural wallpaper made from bamboo. It is usually glued to paper. This wallpaper needs delicate treatment during installation because its adhesives can ruin its appearance. However, this type of wallpaper is not washable.

Now that you know what type of wallpaper you have, you can select the best cleaning and maintenance tips.

6 TIPS TO MAINTAIN YOUR WALLPAPER

Dust settles on wallpaper in the same way that it does on furniture. Every month, dust the wallpaper lightly with a duster or a soft microfiber cloth to keep it from looking faded and dirty. These materials aid in the removal of light dirt and dust without damaging the paper or pattern.

If you have young children, your wallpaper may become dirty due to splashes, hand marks, or pencil and crayon marks. Spot cleaning your wallpaper every few months will help to rejuvenate it. Before doing any spot cleaning, make sure to dust the walls. Test the cleaning solution in a small inconspicuous area to ensure it does not damage the finish of the wallpaper. Avoid using abrasive cleaners.

• Remove smudge marks, stains, and water damage.
• Determine the type of stain first, and then determine the best removal method.
• For minor surface discoloration caused by pencil or dirty handprints on vinyl wallpaper:
• Make use of a gum eraser or a piece of plain white bread. Rub the eraser or bread over the mark until it disappears.
• For tough stains, grease stains the size of a baseball, or general discoloration on most types of wallpaper:
• Complete wallpaper wash

You could wash down the entire wall if your wallpaper is durable, like vinyl. Wallpaper care can be easy if you know what to do. To thoroughly remove stains, you will need the following:

• Dish soap
• Warm water \Bucket \Sponge
• Microfiber cloth
• Vacuum with a microfiber duster

Keep the following items on hand in case of harder stains:

• Bleach Chlorine
• Vinegar
• Splatters should always be removed by blotting the surface

Some wallpapers have smooth surface, texture and design. If olny the design is dusty, clean it with a vacuum brush. Alternatively, dust it with a dry cloth. Cobwebs should be removed gently from the surface and vacuumed.

• Blot the surface if there is a splatter.
• To avoid staining, keep food away from the wallpaper.
• Do not wet the wallpaper excessively



Avoid using too much water while cleaning to avoid any damage to the wallpaper. Avoid using scrubbers as well. Take precautions to prevent water from soaking into wallpaper seams, making it over wet. Also, be particular about your wiping direction to avoid a causing tear. Applying talcum powder to visible grease stains (such as oil, crayon, or lipstick) will help to absorb the stain from the wallcovering's surface.

Conclusion

Wallpaper is beautiful and saves you from having to repaint your walls occasionally. Wallpaper application is very common today, and you will possibly come across it in homes and stores as well. However, when cleaning or removing stains from your wallpaper, avoid using abrasive cleaners and cleaning solutions, including bleach-containing cleaning products, as these will cause your wallpaper to fade or discolor. Cleaning and maintaining your wallpaper has never been easier, thanks to the tips above.

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