Wall decoration options in the hallway: 10 best materials and design features

Walls in the hallway are very vulnerable to pollution and damage. How to arrange them to not be repaired annually? Consider the best finishing options.

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Features of wall decoration in the hallway

The hallway is a kind of face at home: it is she who creates the first impression of him from visitors. Therefore, it is important that the decor of this zone is attractive. But in pursuit of beauty, it is important not to forget about the appointment of the room, which imposes certain restrictions on the use of materials. In order not to repair the repair constantly, the selected decor must have such properties:

• Wear resistance. Including resistance to abrasion and mechanical damage.
• Durability. Optimally, the manufacturer guarantees at least 5-7 years of coating service.

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• Easy to care. Given that in the hallway the walls are often subjected to pollution, the material should at least carry wet cleaning. Optimally, if it can be brushed and use some detergents.
• Maintainability. It is important that the coating can be restored. Then, when the defect appears, it can be repaired, which is much cheaper and easier to replace the entire finish.
• Safety. The material must be safe for the health of others. In addition, it is necessary to take into account his fire safety. Do not use combustible or toxic coatings in the room where the front door is located. It can cost life in a fire.

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The color of the coating and its texture can be the most different. They are selected on the basis of the characteristics of a particular hallway. Combining materials, shades and textures, you can achieve a better result. Light tones visually expand the space, the dark, on the contrary, narrow. Skillful use of the pattern on the coating, light design and competent installation of the mirrors enhance the effect.

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The best materials for walls in the hallway

Various materials can be used in the hallway for wall design. We selected those that are optimally suitable for this. Consider each more.

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1. Decorative plaster

It has an exceptional variety of textures and shades. Due to the fillers added to the fillers, the finished coating can be smooth, relief or with a pattern, small or large. Plaster makes it possible to achieve unusual decorative effects, in addition, it has a number of benefits:

• Strength, high wear resistance and long service life.
• Good breathability. Playpes walls can breathe.
• Safety. The coating does not secrete toxic substances and does not burn.
• Simple care. Most materials tolerate wet cleaning.

Of the disadvantages it should be noted the complexity of applying material, especially some of its varieties. Correct the walls can only be able to fly, which, of course, increases the cost of finishing. The price of the material can also be high. But this is more than the durability and the practicality of this type of finish. Another minus - decorative plaster is very difficult to apply for complex architectural elements.

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2. Paint

Practical and fairly economical way of decor of walls. A wide color range of paints allows you to choose any desired shade. You can connect two or three colors, perform an ornament or pattern. Paints make it possible to get special decorative effects. Some of their varieties are capable of changing the color when changing the angle of view or lighting, imitate a variety of materials, cast metal, etc.

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Paints easily fall on the surface, even to the one that has complex forms and hard-to-reach places. The small repair of painted walls will not be difficult, it will be enough to repaint the spoiled area. The advantages and disadvantages of different types of paints are presented in the table.

	Benefits	disadvantages
Latex	High resistance to abrasion, vapor permeability. The coating is well wash.	Old coating is difficult to remove. The constant impact of moisture can lead to peeling.
Water-emulsion	Easy to fall, no unpleasant smell, quickly dry. The cost is low.	Some varieties after drying are dirty, washed off with water. Limited application.
Acrylic	Quickly dry, economically spent, wear-resistant, safe, durable.	The complexity in the selection of colors and shades. With independent mixing, it is impossible to repeat.
Silicone	High strength, durability, vapor permeability, resistance to ultraviolet. Have water and dirt-binding properties.	Large consumption and high material cost.

Of the general disadvantages of using paint, it is necessary to note the need for careful surface preparation. Walls must be even, otherwise the slightest defect will be visible.

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3. WALL

Classic finish method. The range of wallpapers is very wide: you can choose the appropriate option from a wide variety of colors and textures. Wallpaper is enough just to stick, the cost of them is relatively low. When choosing, it is necessary to remember that not all types of wallpaper will be suitable for the hallway. You can choose from these varieties:

• Washable Wallpaper from Vinyl. Well hide the irregularities of the foundation, easily cleaned, well glued. Can imitate a variety of textures. The cost of vinyl wallpapers is low. Of the shortcomings, you need to know about low vapor permeability and the possibility of damage to the decorative vinyl layer. If the house has domestic animals, it is better to choose something else.
• Fliseline wallpaper. Durable moisture resistant. It is easily withstanding staining, which makes it possible to repair them or just repaint when the design is bored. They are very easy to glue, especially varieties with a meter width. Of the minuses it should be noted the need to level the base.

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• Gymelomes. Pointers made using glass fibers. Different with high strength, wear resistance, immunity to moisture. Such wallpapers are not terrible mechanical damage. They are completely safe, vaporosham, withstand numerous coloring and the effects of solvents. In addition, they additionally reinforce the walls. Disadvantage: the need for careful preparation of the foundation.

• Quartz wallpaper. A coating of quartz sand is applied to the phlizelin base. The material is very wear-resistant, not subject to mechanical effects, it is easy to clean and clean. Latex paint can be repeated, which allows you to update the coating as needed. The minuses include a fairly high cost.
• Liquid wallpaper. Forming a monolithic, very durable coating with high wear resistance and good sound insulation properties. The material is quite elastic, when the building is shrinking, it does not form cracks. Easy tolerate multiple staining and wet cleaning. If necessary, the coating is easy to repair. Of the minuses, it is worth noting a fairly high cost.
• Cork and bamboo wallpaper. Fully natural and very beautiful coatings. They have good sound and thermal insulation characteristics. Sufficiently resistant to various mechanical damage, unpretentious in care. The minuses include difficulties in applying. An aligned base and a special adhesive composition is required.

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4. Artificial stone

High-quality imitation of natural stone. Released in the form of tiles or flexible plates. The latter are especially convenient for the design of curved surfaces. For the inner decor, a composite is usually used, the basis for the production of which is gypsum. Artificial stone is enough to simply lay, it is well combined with other finishing materials. Of the advantages of the coating, it is worth noting:

• Good wear resistance and high resistance to mechanical damage.
• Durability. With the right installation, an artificial stone will be able to serve not one decade.

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• High moisture resistance. The material does not let the water to the base.
• Easy of care. The coating is wellhed and not absorbed pollution.
• Security, including fireman. Material is not a fuel.

The disadvantage of artificial stone is considered to be high cost, especially its flexible varieties. For this reason, the cladding is more often used to finish the room fragments: doorways of doors, corners, lower half walls.

5. Ceramic tile

A practical way of registration of the hallway. The selection of tiles is very wide. The manufacturer offers materials with a variety of colors and textures. Available imitation of expensive finishing materials: skin, natural stone, valuable wood. Of the significant advantages of ceramics, it is worth noting:

• Strength and high resistance to all sorts of damage.
• Durability, the coating can serve at least two decades.
• Moisture resistance, which greatly facilitates care. The tile is easy to clean, and even aggressive detergents can be applied.
• Good combination with other finishing materials. For example, you can make a tile only by the lower third of the walls most vulnerable to pollution.

By cons covering should be attributed not the easiest installation. Plug specialists who have styling material skills.

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6. PVC panels

Wall plastic panels are well suitable for the hallway decor. Their choice is very rich: extensive color gamut, with a variety of textures, drawings and decor. Of the significant advantages of PVC panels note:

• Low cost. Perhaps this is the most budget way of decor.
• No need to level the walls before installation.
• Simple care. The panels are well laundered.

There are many cons of the material. First of all, this is instability to mechanical damage. After impact, dents or even holes remain on the surface. When installing "eaten" a number of free space because it is required to assemble the crate. Panels do not tolerate UV radiation. They quickly burn out in the sun.

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7. MDF panels

A good alternative to the lining of the tree. The base of the material is a plate of MDF, which is stained, covered with veneer or laminate. As a result, high-quality imitation of the skin, wood, stone, fabrics, etc. is obtained. The main advantages of the MDF panels are considered:

• Environmental Safety. Material is harmless to others.
• Strength and high resistance to various mechanical damage.
• Durability. With the proper operation of the panel serve more than a decade.
• Easy care. The panels are easily clean and cleaned.

Of the minuses, it is worth noting its fairly large weight, as well as the need to arrange the crate to consolidate it. Burning panels, which is also considered their disadvantage.

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8. Composite 3D panels

A very attractive original view is distinguished. Made from various materials: glass, wood, drywall, pressed plates. Depending on the raw materials, their properties and cost are somewhat different. However, there are general advantages:

• Fast and fairly easy installation.
• The ability to disguise defects of the foundation, for this reason, difficult preparation is not needed.
• Maintainability. If necessary, it is replaced by a fragment that has come into disrete.
• The possibility of imitation of various materials.
• Wear resistance and strength.
• Easy care.

The minus material is considered quite high cost.

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9. Laminate

This flooring is well suitable for the design of the walls of the hallway. Considering that the floor was created, it has excellent performance characteristics. Its advantages can be attributed to:

• Strength and wear resistance.
• Attractive appearance, a variety of coloring and surface textures.
• Easy and fast installation of material.
• No need to prepare the foundation before installation.

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Of the shortcomings it is worth considering the high hygroscopicity of the material. It cannot be used in high humidity premises, since under the influence of moisture is deformed.

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10. Fresca

Painting on wet stucco is very beautiful. However, only the artist can perform it independently, therefore a special finishing material is produced that simulates such a drawing. The fresco base may be synthetic or phliselin. It is possible to bring the marble crumb and plaster, which gives the decor a very realistic appearance. The fresco is used as an ornament, can occupy a fragment of one or more walls.

Most often, frescoes that imitate the imitancy wall are produced, but other options are also possible, for example, with a silk or velor texture. The material is durable, resistant to abrasion and has a very attractive appearance. Of the disadvantages it is worth noting the high cost and quite complicated installation. It is better to entrust it to experts.

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What to take into account when choosing a finish?

The hallway is a utilitarian room. Before you start choosing her decor, it is worth identifying the desired functionality of the room. It can be the placement of closed storage systems, an exhibition of family photos, children's drawings, or souvenir-brought from vacations or something else. Depending on this, the design is selected. In addition to functionality, you need to consider:

• Dimensions and shape of the room.
• The overall style of house design.
• The presence of young children and pets that can spoil some types of finishes.

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Cutting a niche in the wall

It is worth considering the presence of niche, protrusions or arches. They make a somewhat difficult finish and require competent alignment of accents. In successfully selected design, such elements become a kind of highlight adorning the interior. For example, niches often decorated in contrast with the main finish. Thus, as if emphasizing them. If Niche is small, you can put a lamp or a statuette. In a more roomy, placed frescoes, photo wallpaper or a small exhibition.

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Features of the color solution

Competent color design can solve many problems: visually expand the space, hide some defects, visually increase the height of the room. Given that the hallway is most often small and dark, it is better to choose bright and warm tones for them. Otherwise there is a risk of getting the effect of non-residential premises.

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Dark tones are better not to be carried away, they visually reduce the room. Saturated and bright colors should not be much. It is better to use them as accents. Furniture color is better picking, focusing on the walls and floor. Its tone must be combined with a shade of floor covering or walls or be contrasting.

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Nuances of interior arrangement

Choosing design for walls, you should decide on the furniture and accessories, know how and where they will be located. For the hallway, it is necessary to preserve storage systems for shoes and clothing. This is the minimum set, which is desirable to significantly expand. If possible, it is worth distinguish between space. This is especially important for narrow premises. They are better zoned with furniture, multi-level ceiling, wall design.

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It is important to determine the design style. It can be common to all rooms or individual for each. In the latter case, the selected style should maximize the characteristics of a particular hallway, its size and functionality. For example, for a small room, the design of minimalism is well suitable.

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Interesting ideas of the hallway design

For the decor of its hallway, you can choose one of the win-win design solutions:

• Little hallway with a large number of protrusions is better to paint, pick up a calm color. On the walls hang photos in bright framework, emphasize the light of the protrusions.
• If the walls to issue a smooth plaster, the masonry imitation will look good at the base of the wall and at the corners. You can also focus on the mirror and door opening.

• The narrow room is drawn up with shallow pattern. The lower third of the walls are closed with decorative panels, select furniture in tone.
• For a visual increase in the height of the room, you can choose a strip wallpaper, the bottom of the walls to close with suitable panels of any type or tile.

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Wall finishing options for hallways are a lot. Choosing the best for your home, do not forget about the strength and durability of the material you like. Perhaps a good solution will be the combination of coatings. Then the bottom of the wall can be reliably protected wear-resistant, but not the most attractive material, and the upper decorate as you want.

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