Wallpaper - from tapestries to paper wall coverings
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Wallpapers are a popular and versatile way to design living spaces individually and stylishly. The artistic wall coverings made of paper, non-woven or textile have their origins in the Far East. Many centuries ago, precious tapestries from Asia adorned the chambers of rulers and aristocrats.
From the tapestry wall to mass-produced goods
While only a small elite enjoyed decorative wall coverings in the Middle Ages, wallpaper conquered middle-class living rooms in the 18th and 19th centuries. This was made possible by technological progress: steam-powered printing presses and paper on a roll heralded the age of industrial mass production. Popular motifs at the time were lush landscapes, exotic scenes and ornamental patterns.
A piece of personality on the wall
Today, with their enormous variety of colors, patterns and materials, wallpapers offer countless opportunities to give your own four walls a personal touch. Whether modern flair, a natural look or sophisticated elegance - there is a suitable wall covering for every taste and furnishing style. Wallpaper has also made great progress in terms of processing over the last few decades. Modern non-woven wallpapers, for example, are highly durable and easy to apply.
Do it yourself? Better not!
Wallpapering is considered the supreme discipline of DIY. However, it's not quite as easy as some snappy advertisements make it seem. It takes practice, patience and the right tools, from accurate cutting of the strips to bubble-free application. If you want to achieve a perfect result, you are definitely on the safe side with an experienced painter at your side.
