Wolf Gordon — Fabric Wall Coverings Add a Touch of Style
For those who seek a unique way to add a touch of style to a home, consider fabric wall coverings. The texture, color, and patterns that are available with fabric wall covering will allow a host to show her true flair at any formal gathering. Unlike paint or traditional wallpaper, this product will stand out when visitors enter a room.
The types of fabric that designers use for wall coverings are hessian, felt, silk, and wool. Hessian is the common fabric homeowners purchase and comes in natural and dyed colors. Hessian is a woven fabric consisting of plant fibers such as jute, sisal, or other vegetable fibers. Also known as burlap in the United States, hessian is an affordable way to add texture without going over budget.
Silk and wool are other popular materials for fabric wall covering. They are available in a variety of colors and patterns. Silk and wool are more expensive than hessian and may require a professional for proper hanging.
There are differences between fabric and standard wallpaper besides materials used. Fabric is heavy, which makes it difficult to hang without help. It is necessary to apply paste to the wall, instead of to the paper back of the wall covering, and when hanging in a corner, one must overlap the fabric and trim it to the desired length.
The stunning effect of fabric wall coverings is worth the cost and effort. It is best to hang this type of covering in formal rooms such as a dining room or formal living room. It stains easily and homers need to use dry cleaning products to clean the material. If a family has young children, it is best to use this covering in a room they don’t frequent.
Specialty shops sell fabric wall coverings by width such as 900mm and do not offer it by the roll. Instead, buyers purchase the covering by the meter, so it is important to determine the quantity needed before selecting the amount required. The homeowner may want to apply the covering to a portion of the room and mix with another type of covering for a different effect.
When used judiciously, fabric wall covers make a sharp contrast to other materials. The texture of the fabric provides a different effect and adds a touch of class to a dining or sitting room. For those who want to exhibit their dramatic side, silk or wool fabric is an excellent choice.
Are you looking for fabric wall coverings, or other quality materials to decorate your home? Visit Wolf-Gordon to see their wide selection of unique wall coverings.
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