Comparison of the performance advantages and disadvantages of several wallpapers made of different materials
Most wallpapers are made of two layers of base material and surface material bonded together. According to different base materials, wallpapers are mainly divided into four categories: pure paper, pure cloth, glass fiber, and non-woven fabrics; according to different surface materials, they are mainly divided into pure paper, pure cloth, PVC plastic, non-woven fabrics, and wood fiber , metallic texture, and wallpapers with special raw materials such as polyurethane particles, mica, sandstone, sandblasting, crystal, and diatomite. Generally speaking, these types of base materials and surface materials can be matched with each other. However, due to different materials, their performance also shows great differences. Consumers can choose according to actual needs.
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◆Pure paper wallpaper: wide application and not resistant to scrubbing
Pure paper can be used as both base material and surface material . The surface of paper wallpaper is coated with a very thin water-based coating. It is natural and comfortable, has good environmental performance, good air permeability, light and thin material, and good color printing effect. It can make a lot of patterns and styles. The pasting technology is simple and it is not easy to warp and warp. Bubbles, no odor, price difference is huge.
Limitations: The surface layer has poor water resistance and scrubbing resistance. It cannot be moved or pulled too much during the pasting process, otherwise it will be difficult to lay. When replacing the old wallpaper, it is difficult to deal with it. If necessary, it needs to be removed with a shovel, which can easily damage the wall. The wall leveling and base film must be redone during re-construction.
◆Pure cloth wallpaper: durable and difficult to lay.
Cloth can be used as both base material and surface material. Cloth wallpaper has soft colors and is durable. It can be scrubbed with water or cleaned with a brush. It is mildew-proof, moisture-proof, and moth-proof. Its tensile resistance is 8-10 times better than that of ordinary paper wallpaper. Its service life is 2 times that of ordinary paper wallpaper. -3 times.
Limitations: Wallpapers whose base material is pure cloth are prone to deformation during construction, and it is difficult for products that strictly require fine alignment and pasting. Especially products with horizontal stripes will inevitably have certain deformation, affecting the overall effect. Effect: Wallpapers with pure cloth surface materials are relatively single in color and style and slightly more expensive.
◆Non-woven wallpaper: good breathability but often color difference
Non-woven fabric can be used as both base material and surface material. Made of plant fiber and non-woven technology, it has good toughness, is not prone to mildew, yellowing and seam warping, is environmentally friendly and has good breathability. Non-woven base wallpaper can be peeled off as a whole during redecoration. There is no need to soak it with water before paving. Just brush the wallpaper glue evenly on the wall and it can be paved.
Limitations: Non-woven surface wallpaper mainly reflects the irregular natural texture of fibers. Due to the sparse and uneven distribution of surface fibers, it is easy to produce visual color differences and obvious seams. When paving, you must pay attention to each roll of wallpaper. Compare multiple times to avoid color difference in bright lines, the price is slightly expensive.
◆PVC wallpaper: waterproof, good at breathability
PVC wallpaper is to cover the base layer of wallpaper with a layer of PVC plastic film or spray a paste resin paint on the base layer. Generally, it is only a surface layer. materials used. It is waterproof and moisture-proof, durable and easy to maintain. It can be easily wiped clean if it is contaminated. It is divided into ordinary wallpaper and foam wallpaper. The surface of foam wallpaper can be made into concave and convex patterns, with various effects such as imitation wood grain, parquet, and imitation ceramic tiles. The pattern is realistic, has a strong three-dimensional effect, and has good decorative effect. It is suitable for wall skirts and living rooms. and corridors etc.
Limitations: The material properties of PVC materials as surface materials and various base materials are quite different. Surface materials and base materials of different materials have different expansion coefficients when absorbing water and moisture, and have different degrees of expansion and contraction when the temperature rises. Also different, these environmental changes can easily cause the surface layer of PVC wallpaper to curl and warp. In addition, the air permeability of different materials is also different. The air permeability of PVC materials is particularly poor, and it is prone to mildew if it is laid in a humid environment for a long time.
◆Wood fiber wallpaper: Purely natural and not durable enough
Wood fiber wallpaper is made of natural materials such as grass, leaves, wood, bamboo, etc., cut into thin slices or filaments and glued to the base material. Processed from plant fiber, it has a rich natural flavor, is environmentally friendly and has good air permeability. It can adjust the humidity of the wall to a certain extent. It will not cause the wall to become moldy due to excessive moisture and can be scrubbed with water. It is slightly thicker than ordinary wallpaper and has a slightly longer service life than ordinary wallpaper.
Limitations: Poor durability, scrubbing resistance, and fire resistance; large shrinkage rate, prone to bubbles and wrinkles, and the seams may not fit perfectly.
◆Natural fabric wallpaper: soft in nature and high in price
Natural fabric wallpaper is made of natural cotton, linen, wool, silk, etc., and is woven into a very thin surface layer. Containing substances such as polyvinyl chloride or heavy metals that are harmful to the human body, it only produces carbon dioxide and water when completely burned. It has good environmental performance, soft and comfortable vision and feel. Some silk and silk fabrics look very gorgeous because of the luster of their fibers.
Limitations: The surface is made of natural fabric, which has a large shrinkage rate, is sensitive to heat sources, has poor durability and fire resistance, has obvious seams, and is relatively expensive.
◆Fiberglass wallpaper: anti-corrosion, moisture-proof and prone to debris
Glass fiber can be used as both a base material and a surface material. It is an inorganic non-metallic material and is used as a wallpaper base material. , can be matched with various surface materials, is not easy to fade and age when used indoors, has good anti-corrosion, moisture-proof, heat insulation, sound-absorbing, flame-retardant, etc. effects, can be brushed, and is easy to construct.
Limitations: When fiberglass wallpaper is used for a long time, tiny fiberglass debris will be emitted into the air, which may have a certain impact on the skin and respiratory tract. Some fiberglass wallpapers can only be used as base materials, and the surface needs to be coated with a layer of paint. The combination of the two can show the texture effect of the wallpaper. The construction is more complicated, which is equivalent to the two processes of laying wallpaper and painting.
◆Metallic texture wallpaper: strong texture but poor applicability
Metallic texture wallpaper is usually made of gold, silver, copper, tin, aluminum and other metals that have been specially treated and made into thin sheets. The vacuum coating process is applied to the surface of the wallpaper to visually present a metallic effect. Metal coatings have stable performance and are not prone to discoloration. Some also add flame retardants to the pigments to make them waterproof and fireproof.
Limitations: Not resistant to scrubbing. Frequent scrubbing will reduce the brightness of the wallpaper surface and affect the effect. Metallic wallpapers are generally based on cool colors and are generally suitable for partial decoration in larger living rooms. They are not suitable for large-scale use in families, nor are they suitable for use in warm environments such as bedrooms.
◆Special material wallpaper: good effect and strict construction requirements
Add polyurethane particles, mica, sandstone, crystal, diatomaceous earth and other various materials into the color paste and color material of the wallpaper surface layer Inorganic mineral raw materials make the wallpaper show the natural texture and strong three-dimensional effect of natural inorganic minerals. When illuminated with different light beams, the wallpaper shows colorful colors and effects. Adding these raw materials can make the wallpaper have certain functions such as sound absorption and noise reduction, air humidity adjustment, antibacterial and mildew prevention, etc. The specific effect mainly depends on the performance and amount of the additives.
Limitations: The construction requirements are strict, and the amount of glue must be controlled to prevent glue from coming out. It is difficult to clean up after the glue is released.