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hinking about using wallpaper to 
transform your walls from drab 
to fab? You’re in good company. 
Wallpaper’s popularity is on the rise in 
both residential and commercial spaces 
and gaining an edge over paint.
Experts believe this trend reflects a 
growing recognition of wallpaper’s unique 
benefits. It’s cost-effective, protects the wall 

surface from accidental marks and scratch-
es, and offers personalized self-expression 
at a reasonable price.
According to Jones, there are a few 
things to keep in mind when choosing 
wallpaper. Here are a few insights to get 
started:

TYPE
First, determine how long you’d like the 
wallpaper to remain on your walls. Some 
types of wallpaper are more suitable for 
long-term use and others are best for those 
who wish to change their designs with the 
seasons or on a whim. For this reason, 
Spoonflower offers three types of wallpa-
per:
1. Prepasted Removable Smooth: Long-
lasting, but fully removable (and recycla-
ble), this option is great for homes, rental 
spaces, accent walls or temporary art 
installations.
2. Peel and Stick Removable Woven: 
Removable and repositionable, this option 
won’t leave a residue behind. Whether 
you’re renting or you love to stay on-trend, 
temporary wallpaper is a great alternative 
to traditional wall coverings.

3. Traditional Pebble: This traditional 
wallpaper has a subtle leathered texture, 
matte finish, is paste-activated and is high-
ly durable. Not only is it PVC-free, it is also 
moisture resistant.
 
DESIGN
To take the guesswork out of wallpaper 
design selection, consider using a wall-
paper digital marketplace. You can easily 
narrow down your choices by searching for 
designs based on category keywords, color 
or by styles, such as Mid-Century Modern, 
Cottagecore or Paisley. For those with a 
specific design already envisioned, these 
sites allow you to upload your own design 
and have it custom printed on wallpaper.
Before committing, consider ordering 
two or three swatches so you can compare 
them in your own space and assess the best 
fit. This can help ensure your final design 
selection is completely tailored to your 
preferences. 
Thanks to new wallpaper technology and 
an ever-growing library of designs avail-
able, making a customized impact on the 
look and feel of your spaces has never been 
easier. 

Choose the Best 
Wallpaper Design

STATEPOINT

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