Wallpaper VS Paint - which is best for you?

Struggling to decide between paint and wallpaper for your next project? Here’s a quick guide to help you choose:

🖌 Room Function and Usage
Paint: Ideal for high-traffic areas like kitchens, hallways, and bathrooms because it’s easy to clean and touch up.
Wallpaper: Best for low-traffic areas like bedrooms, dining rooms, or as a feature wall where you want to make a statement.

🖌 Design Flexibility
Paint: Offers a wide range of colours and finishes. Great for creating a clean, modern look or experimenting with different shades and patterns using stencils or techniques.
Wallpaper: Provides intricate patterns, textures, and designs that paint cannot replicate. Perfect for adding depth and personality to a room.

🖌 Installation and Removal
Paint: Generally easier and faster to apply. Requires less prep work and can be changed more frequently with minimal effort.
Wallpaper: Can be more time-consuming to install and remove, especially if not pre-pasted. However, it can offer a long-lasting and durable finish.

🖌 Maintenance
Paint: Easy to clean and touch up. Ideal for households with kids or pets where walls may need frequent cleaning.
Wallpaper: Modern wallpapers are often washable and durable, but repairing damaged wallpaper can be more challenging than touching up paint.

🖌 Cost Considerations
Paint: Usually less expensive upfront and easier to update, making it cost-effective for frequent changes.
Wallpaper: Can be more expensive initially, but high-quality wallpaper can last longer and add value to your home with its unique appeal.

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