Is it time to refresh your interior walls? Choosing the new wall look can be quite a head-scratcher because there are so many different options that you can consider these days. A fresh coat of paint, wallpaper, raw concrete looks, and textured materials can all help you create a wonderful new look for your interior spaces. 

If you want to refresh your walls without spending too much time and effort on these renovation projects then you have two main options. You can get wallpaper installed on your walls or give then a fresh new paint coat.
But which of these is the better option? Let’s take a closer look at the advantages and disadvantages that these two popular wall treatments have to offer. 

Wallpaper Advantages

• There is a huge variety of colours, prints, and finishes to choose from. 
• Wallpaper often comes in beautiful pictures or prints that cannot be achieved with paint. 
• These materials are highly durable and can last for many years despite handling lots of traffic or children.
• Wallpaper tends to give a softer and more decorative feel.

Wallpaper Disadvantages

• Removing old wallpaper so you can replace it with paint or new wallpaper is a tedious task – something to keep in mind for future projects.
• Stripping wallpaper off your walls may result in wall damage that will need to be repaired.
• Wallpaper isn’t suitable for high-moisture areas like bathrooms or kitchens because the moisture can cause the paper to peel away. 
• Wallpaper tends to be more expensive, especially if you are investing in a high-quality product that will last. 

Wall Paint Advantages

• Walls are easy to repaint over and over again. With some paint mediums, you will need to apply a specific base coat, but all in all, you hardly ever need to scrape away the old paint layer. The preparation is much easier compared to wallpaper. 
• Paint is available in a huge variety of colours and finishes.
• Paint can be very durable even in high-traffic areas with lots of children.
• The right paint type will hold up well in high-moisture areas like bathrooms and kitchens.

Wall Paint Disadvantages

• Paint will easily chip or scratch if it is hit or scraped. If this happens, the chip will need to be filled out and the wall should be repainted. 
• Paint is ideal for a uniform wall look but creating creative wall spaces with decorative elements or pictures is very difficult when you are using paint. 

So Which Is Better?

With so many advantages, both of these products can certainly be a good option for interior spaces. All in all, it seems like a quality paint coat might be a better option for spaces like bathrooms and kitchens where there is a lot of moisture. For living rooms and bedrooms, either one of these can be a terrific option. 

How About A Combination Of Both

Wall paint can seem a bit too plain while printed wallpaper can be a little bit overwhelming if it is over-used. To achieve good harmony, you can consider a combination of these two wall coverings. Divide your rooms and create a focal wall with wallpaper with a complementary paint color for the other walls. Or you can divide the walls into halves and cover the top part in wallpaper and the bottom part in paint or vice versa. This combination of both can help you create spaces that are truly unique and very beautiful. 

If you are not sure which of these two walling solutions to get for your interior spaces then you should give CP Painting a call. These wall experts can advise you on the best wall treatment based on the look and function of your interior spaces. They can also install wallpaper professionally or they can repaint any room for you so your spaces will look beautiful and refreshed. 

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