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Buyer's Guide to Glass Wallpaper

Fiberglass wallpaper is a strong and durable wall covering. They are made from pressed and woven threads of a special type of glass. The method of making wallpaper makes it waterproof.

Despite the fact that it is a fiberglass product, wallpaper allows the walls to “breathe”, thereby maintaining the proper microclimate in the room, which is good for health. Fiberglass wallpaper went on sale more than fifty years ago, but now interest in this material is becoming more frequent and is constantly growing. Their main advantages are:

• Attractive appearance
• Wide range of applications
• Excellent functionality

Recommendations for selection

In order to choose the best glass wallpaper, you need to focus on the following basic parameters:

Density. This criterion directly affects the strength and durability of the canvas. The higher this indicator, the longer the guaranteed service life will be, and the more times the wallpaper will need to be repainted.

Wallpaper chosen for high-quality and long-term finishing must have a density of 100 g/m^2 or more.

Pattern on the canvas. Of course, the choice of textures on fiberglass is quite limited, however, from the available assortment you can choose a texture that is ideal for your apartment.

Whether it will be a “herringbone” or “rice paper” pattern depends only on your preferences, but pay attention to the volume and depth of the relief, this will determine whether the applied pattern will not be lost when the wallpaper is repainted multiple times.

Compound. High-quality wallpaper should contain 70 percent fiberglass and 30 percent special impregnation. Be sure to study this information on the product packaging. If you find a product whose composition does not correspond to these proportions, it is better to refuse to purchase it.

Of course, it is necessary to note both the brand of wallpaper and its manufacturer. Some companies have proven themselves well in the building finishing materials market, so when choosing a good product, you need to take this into account.

A wide selection of high-quality glass wallpaper is demonstrated in Leroy Merlin; the available products are represented by both Russian and foreign brands.

Fiberglass wallpaper will be an excellent alternative to the paper, vinyl, non-woven fabrics and decorative plaster that are already familiar to us. This material is characterized by high strength, durability, moisture resistance, wear resistance, and safety, so it is perfect for finishing any room in an apartment or office.

And the ease of pasting and painting fiberglass sheets will help you quickly make high-quality repairs yourself.

Types and uses of glass wallpaper

Fiberglass wallpaper has increased mechanical strength - it is not damaged by acids or disinfectants. They are easy to wash, which means they will look like new for many years. Resistant to abrasion, impact and scratches, this durable, aesthetic wall decoration can last up to 30 years.

It is worth noting that fiberglass wallpaper can be successfully used when it is necessary to hide imperfections in walls or ceilings. The material effectively covers uneven and cracked plaster. The material is perfect for home kitchens, as well as offices and automotive workshops. Wallpaper provides good visual perception and is easy to install.

In stores you can find a very wide range of product thicknesses, as well as various designs. Such wallpapers are often monochromatic, but you can choose any other texture and convex design

It is very convenient that the proposed forms can be both traditional and modern, which makes it easy to adapt them to your taste, as well as match them to different arrangements. The choice of a specific pattern is for aesthetic reasons, without affecting the quality and method of installation.

Fiberglass wallpaper usually comes in solid colors:

• white
• creamy
• light gray

After installation, they can be painted in any color. The quantity required for painting ranges from 250 to 450 g per square meter depending on the design. The thicker the material, the more paint will be required.

Gluing technology

Like any construction and repair process, gluing glass wallpaper is carried out in several stages. It is important to approach each stage with full responsibility and be extremely careful when carrying out all repair operations.

Stage one - preparation

As always, it all starts with dismantling the old finish. Let's look at several types. For example, the most effective way to remove paper wallpaper from walls is to wet it with a sponge. To do this, use a roller or brush. The wallpaper is given a little time to get wet, after which they begin to peel it off (here you can use a regular metal spatula).

If part of the wallpaper has not completely separated from the wall, you cannot leave the wall in this state. An effective way is to iron the remaining wallpaper with a hot iron and wet it again. After this there are usually no problems.

Walls painted with water-based paint are simply washed with a rag or sponge. But oil paint cannot be removed this way. It is often removed with sandpaper, but this is time-consuming and difficult, so there is a mechanical method. To do this, a special metal brush is inserted into the drill; with its help, the paint can be removed in a day. It is better to buy a special remover for oil paints. After its application, the paint softens and is removed with a spatula. In the worst case, you will have to put notches on the walls and putty them before gluing.

So, the wall decoration has been eliminated. Now, for better adhesion between the materials, it is primed. After drying, the wall surface is leveled and small defects are repaired at the same time. Fiberglass wallpaper itself, with its dense structure, can cover both small differences in plane and minor defects. We offer articles on leveling walls: leveling with plasterboard, plastering on beacons. The last operation in the preparatory stage is priming the prepared wall.

Stage two - prepare the glue

We have already said that every operation in this difficult matter is very important. This also applies to the preparation of the adhesive composition, because the long-term operation of the wallpaper glued to the walls depends on its proper preparation. For glass wallpaper, for example, you cannot use glue for paper analogues. This is the biggest mistake that beginners sometimes make in this business.

The textured surface, which is also very dense, weighs much more than an ordinary sheet of paper. But glue for paper wallpaper is not designed for such weight, it simply will not hold the material on the wall, there will not be enough adhesion force.

Typically, manufacturing companies offer their own adhesive suitable for their material. Most often, Oscar glue is used for glass wallpaper with a colored pigment, which shows uniform application. There is also a universal frost-resistant adhesive for glass wallpaper: Pufas, Security GK 10, Kleo Ultra and others. This composition is stirred with ordinary water to a certain consistency. But we won’t delve into all the details of preparing the glue; instructions are on the package.

There are glass wallpapers for which you do not need to buy glue for gluing. For example, Vitrulan Aqua Plus already has an adhesive layer; to stick it, just moisten it with plain water.

Stage three - glue wallpaper on the wall

The process is practically no different from the standard procedure. Here it is also necessary to avoid drafts, carry out all work at room temperature and try to prevent direct sunlight from falling on the walls.

Let us note only a few nuances.

• An important point is equipment. Glass fibers will crumble and particles may cause skin irritation. To avoid this, we glue the glass wallpaper while wearing long sleeves and putting gloves on our hands.
• Glass wallpaper has two sides: the back and the front. In a roll, the front side is on the inside, the back side is always marked with a blue or gray stripe.

Now we glue the wallpaper. First, strips of material are cut with a small allowance, which compensates for the alignment of the pattern. Lay the strips end to end. It is important here to connect them accurately without cracks or gaps. By the way, the glue must be applied to the surface of the wall, and not to the material itself. A roller is usually used for this.

Each strip is rolled with a clean roller or a special spatula to remove remaining air and glue from under the material. The joints must be cleaned of glue with a clean cloth or sponge. Using the same technology, you can glue glass wallpaper to the ceiling. The stage of pasting the walls is shown in the video:

Stage four - painting

You can paint fiberglass wallpaper only after it has dried thoroughly. Therefore, you will have to wait two days. Due to the porous structure of the material, the paint is quickly absorbed. To reduce its consumption, the finishing surface must be treated with a primer (it can be made from wallpaper glue). This is a thick aqueous solution.

Consumption of painting material is 500 g per square meter of surface. Painting of glass wallpaper is carried out in two layers, the time between which is twelve hours.

Until recently, this finishing material was used only in public and office spaces. But with an increase in quality characteristics (let's give credit to the manufacturers!), fiberglass wallpaper can now be used to decorate walls in living rooms.

What is important to know when buying glass wallpaper?

If you coat them with acrylic latex or latex emulsion, they are great even in wet areas such as kitchens and bathrooms.

Fiberglass wallpaper is attached to the walls with a special glue - strong and dense. Fiberglass wallpaper is also suitable for gluing ceilings (models are slightly thinner than those for walls). This is especially useful in homes prone to ceiling plaster cracking

When purchasing material, you should pay attention to the fact that the rolls have unusual sizes: 1 25 m or 150 m.

The material is characterized by the fact that it is similar to wallpaper made from fabric, and at the same time devoid of their disadvantages. For example, during their use (even several decades), they can be repainted several times - and the original pattern will still be clearly visible.

Paint for glass wallpaper

Typically, water-based or water-dispersion paint is used to paint such wallpaper. The highest quality compositions can withstand from 1000 to 20,000 washing cycles; acrylic and latex paints wash well. For this reason, they can be used to paint walls with glass wallpaper in corridors and hallways, kitchens, and bathrooms.

Water-based paints are slightly less stable than water-dispersed paints, but their use will not reduce the vapor permeability of walls. For this reason, they are more profitable to use in residential areas.

Special paints for wallpaper are more expensive than regular ones, but before purchasing you should definitely check how compatible they are with glass wallpaper. The thickness of the paint does not matter much, you will just have to apply more or fewer layers.

For a relief surface, matte silk-type paint would be better; for a regular wall, regular matte paint would be suitable. Moreover, when painted, the latter can partially hide the details of the relief.

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Features of glass wallpaper:

• High strength and decorativeness;
• Resistance to mechanical damage;
• Naturalness;
• The manufacturing material allows the walls and ceilings to breathe, so they do not affect the air circulation in the room;
• They do not burn, which means that when using them you will protect the premises from the spread of fire, which, of course, significantly increases the safety of the building;
• They are not subject to the destructive power of moisture, temperature changes or various mechanical damage;
• Removing cracks and defects to mask them (moreover, they prevent cracks, like reinforcing mesh);
• You can use them as plasterboard partitions;
• After proper treatment, they become waterproof but breathable;
• Their service life is estimated at 20-30 years;
• They are resistant to damage such as: abrasion, acids, chemicals, water and steam (they can be cleaned with most care products on the market today);
• Can be applied to any surface: drywall, concrete or even wood;
• Non-toxic;
• They are not a breeding ground for germs or mold (parasites do not feed on fiber), so they are suitable for allergy sufferers and people with upper respiratory tract diseases.

As you can see, all the parameters listed above show that glass wallpaper is an excellent alternative to traditional types and will allow you to decorate your interior for many years.

What is glass wallpaper

Fiberglass wallpaper is a finishing material for walls and ceilings. Most often used for painting. Fabrics, which are called “glass wallpaper,” are woven from fiberglass on special machines. By using fibers of different thicknesses and their different weaves, different patterns are obtained. There are not as many of them as on regular wallpaper, they are not too pronounced. And this is considered one of the disadvantages of this finishing material. But practicality, durability and the ability to repaint them up to 20 times outweigh this drawback.

Types of glass fiber matting type

There are drawings that are almost invisible, which after painting just give a slightly rough surface. The most common type is matting. It is called so because the weave is made in the same way as coarse cloth was previously woven - matting. There are small, medium, large. The difference is visible in the photo.

Herringbone, checkerboard and diamond patterns are also widespread. They also come in small, medium and large. They differ in the “scope” of the pattern. In addition to these types, there are other weaves, but they already belong to the category of designer or collectible and cost more.

Herringbone and diamonds are also common

This material is sold in rolls, usually 1 meter wide. Roll length - from 12.5 m (50 are also available). Price per roll - from $20 to $50. The cost depends on the length of the material in the roll, the complexity of the design, and the manufacturer.

Where can glass wallpaper be used?

They work well in areas that are exposed to moisture as they prevent mildew from growing. As mentioned earlier, thin wallpaper can be glued not only to walls, but also to ceilings.

The material can be used in bathrooms, where they replace tiles (then they are covered with latex paint), and the wall looks as if it is covered with a fabric of a non-banal texture. However, this is not the only way to use them.

The material is so versatile that it will fit well into rooms such as a living room, bedroom, kitchen, hall. In these rooms they will be better than the paper version because they are much more resistant to moisture and damage. Of course, fiberglass wallpaper will look good not only in apartments and private houses.

Suitable for various types of buildings, such as:

• Cinemas;
• Outlets;
• Schools;
• Office rooms;
• Banks;
• Hospitals;
• Medical clinics;
• Hotels;
• Cafe;
• Restaurants;
• Libraries;
• Art galleries and museums.

The material will fit almost anywhere.

Special assembly composition

Fiberglass material must be glued only with special glue. It is produced together with wallpaper or there is a universal OSKAR adhesive composition.

It consists of vinyl polymer and special binder additives. Glue is odorless and colorless. When completely dry it becomes transparent. Available in two types:

• Dry powder . Dilute it with water at room temperature. Swells within 10 minutes. Apply only to the surface to be pasted. The powder can be stored for up to 7 years. Does not respond to temperature changes over a wide range.
• Ready water dispersion composition . It contains ingredients that prevent the formation of mold and the development of bacteria. Sold in containers of different sizes. Must be stirred before use. Apply to any surface: brick, concrete, metal, wood, plaster, paper.

Ready-made solutions can be used as a preliminary surface primer for dust removal and better adhesion of materials.

How to glue glass wallpaper?

Glass wallpaper is attached to the wall and ceiling with glue. However, here the glue is applied not to the material itself, but to the wall - only then will they be able to be securely attached. It is very important to choose the right glue for heavy wallpaper.

The glue is applied to the surface of the wall or ceiling with a brush or paint roller. The resulting layer should be uniform, and the wallpaper applied to it should not have gaps between individual pieces.

During installation, fiberglass may irritate hands, other parts of the skin, and eyes. Therefore, it is necessary to use gloves, safety glasses and a dust mask while working.

Step-by-step instructions for gluing glass wallpaper

1. Preparing the base.

At the initial stages of work, the most important thing is to remove from the walls the remains of other coatings, for example, parts of paper wallpaper, as well as elements extending from the base.

Finished walls or ceilings must be smooth, clean and dry. How to achieve this effect? Any unevenness, that is, first of all, holes in the walls, must be sealed with putty (such work concerns cavities larger than 2 mm).

Wash the painted surfaces well with a 5% aqueous solution of ammonia or soda. Then they should be washed thoroughly with clean water. Later it is good to prime the absorbent base. This is done either with glue diluted with water or with a special primer. It is also worth knowing that a lot depends on the substrate under fiberglass wallpaper.

Therefore, it must be coated with substances that will have the appropriate properties (for example, the metal must be coated with anti-corrosion primer paint).

The plasterboard substrate only needs to be cleaned of dust and vacuumed (no need to prime). The uniformly bleached cement-lime base should be primed (preferably with a solution of flax varnish and varnish gasoline).

After normal priming (with water preparation), work with wallpaper can begin in 2-4 hours, and after varnishing - after 3 days.

Once all this prep work has been completed, it is worth carrying out an adhesion test to ensure that the substrate is prepared correctly.

2. Trimming wallpaper.

Rolls are usually 100 cm wide and 50, less often 25 meters long. Therefore, they should be cut to the required size. This should be done with a sharp knife or scissors.

It is recommended to first cut the strips so that there is a margin of about 10 cm (later this will help to level the wallpaper).

3. Gluing wallpaper.

Firstly, the glue itself. Due to the fact that fiberglass is a rather specific material, ordinary wallpaper glue is not enough to attach it to the wall. In this case, you need to use glue designed for heavy wallpaper.

When choosing it, you should pay attention to several parameters, including:

•peel strength;

•drying time: good glue should dry in at least 1 hour, but no more than 3 hours;

•vapor permeability (the adhesive coating must have a permeability of 40 g/m2).

As for the required amount of glue, it is usually indicated by the manufacturer of the specific wallpaper. Usually this is 0.2-0.4 kg per m2. The selected adhesive is applied (with a roller or brush) to the base along the entire intended width of the strip.

Care must be taken here to avoid lumps, so that when successive strips of wallpaper are applied, previous excess adhesive does not start to drip between the individual strips. It is best to apply glue from the ceiling down (because this is how the wallpaper will stick later).

So, the next step is to wallpaper the wall. The strip glued to the base is immediately pressed and smoothed - with a plastic spatula or rubber roller.

Fiberglass wallpaper, both smooth and textured, should dry for about 24 hours after gluing to the wall. After this time, it is sometimes recommended to apply another layer of glue to its surface.

This will limit the flow of moisture, and it will prime the wallpaper well - ready for applying paint.

4. Painting glass wallpaper.

This work is best done with a fur brush, which will allow you to thoroughly cover the patterns. A thin layer of paint is applied to the wallpaper and then painted a second time. It's a good idea to use latex paint.

Important tip:

If you want to paint fiberglass wallpaper in rich colors, paint it white first and then paint it in the desired shade.

Finally, it is worth adding that the place for placing fiberglass wallpaper should be well thought out, since they are difficult to remove.

How to choose the right glass wallpaper

There are some practical tips from professionals to make the right choice of glass wallpaper. They are as follows:

1. The main indicator of quality and reliability is the density of the fabric. To save money, some dishonest manufacturers add starch impregnation to increase the density of fiberglass wallpaper. At first glance, this is not visible, since the wallpaper is in rolls. This can be determined already at the pasting stage. Therefore, it is better to give preference to proven brands.
2. The texture is subject to artificial change by fluffing the threads. After this, it becomes more voluminous. This can only be detected when gluing glass wallpaper, while expelling air from under the material.
3. To determine the quality and not choose bad fiberglass wallpaper, you can take a sample of the product and check its characteristics: touch it, examine it.
4. What is the best way to paint glass wallpaper? Since the walls will be exposed to dirt and dust, it is better to choose latex glossy and semi-gloss paint materials. If the room is damp and has high traffic, then the paint must also withstand these factors.
5. To decorate the ceiling, it is better to buy cobwebs. It is smooth and has no pattern or texture on the surface. This will eliminate the need to join the pattern, and thanks to the reinforcing properties, the ceiling will be strengthened and leveled. Second grade glass wallpaper is suitable for these purposes.
6. Products can be selected for any room. Fiberglass wallpaper is strong, durable, environmentally friendly and resistant to various influences. Therefore, they can be safely used for corridors, kitchens, and children's rooms.

These were the main points to consider when purchasing glass wallpaper. By adhering to them, you can rest assured that you will purchase high-quality material that will last for decades. And there shouldn’t be any problems with gluing it to the wall either. Although their price is higher than that of ordinary wallpaper, they are clearly superior in their characteristics and properties. All that remains is to complete all the preparations and carry out the work of gluing the canvases. It's better to do it yourself to save money.

Pros and cons of glass wallpaper

Like any other material, this type of wallpaper has its drawbacks.

The disadvantages of glass wallpaper include the following:

• The material is made of fine fiberglass and although they are not dangerous, they should be handled with care;
• During processing (for example, cutting), dust may escape from the wallpaper, which should not be in prolonged contact with the skin, the respiratory tract must also be protected from it (to avoid irritation): therefore it is necessary to use gloves, masks and safety glasses;
• They require quite painstaking surface preparation;
• They are not easy to remove from the walls.

If we talk about the advantages of glass wallpaper, there are really many of them:

• Durability (wallpaper service life is estimated to be up to 30 years);
• Resistance to aging processes;
• Non-toxic;
• High mechanical resistance (to abrasion, scratches and impacts);
• Possibility of painting several times (while maintaining the visibility of the original design);
• Low water absorption (meaning very little paint is usually used when painting);
• Masking surface irregularities;
• Effective coating of cracks on the surface of walls or ceilings;
• Resistance to acids, disinfectants and water (which means that they can be washed and cleaned with chemicals without fear of damaging their technical and aesthetic properties);
• No contact with fungi and microorganisms;
• Freedom of installation on various surfaces: concrete, drywall or wood;
• Non-flammability (which is especially important in public buildings, and this characteristic is due to the properties of the material from which the wallpaper is made);
• Highly aesthetic finishing (the final effect is such that no traces of seams are visible, which also makes the replacement of damaged fragments almost invisible);
• They can be used in hospitals because, due to their properties (for example, the ability to wash and wipe), fiberglass wallpaper helps maintain the sterility of rooms.

As you can see, the list of advantages of the wallpapers described here is much longer than their disadvantages. This clearly shows that using fiberglass wallpaper brings many tangible benefits. Proper preparation for their installation and a protective suit will minimize most of the above disadvantages.

Painting technology

The very last stage of putting the surface in order is painting the glass wallpaper. This process is completely doable with your own hands, and it does not require extensive knowledge. You just need to follow simple rules and recommendations, then your decoration will look great in any interior.

The technology for painting glass wallpaper, as well as gluing it, is practically no different from painting other types of surfaces.

The main difficulty here lies in the correct choice of paint. According to construction experts, the best option for painting this type of finishing material would be water-dispersed compositions in which acrylic resins are the binding element.

The advantages of such compositions include the following points:

• do not hide the texture of the wallpaper;
• retain all the qualities and properties of glass fiber;
• are environmentally friendly products;
• are resistant to open flames;
• characterized by vapor permeability and moisture resistance.

It is worth noting that if you pursue the desire to passively create maximum fire protection in your home, then you should give preference to special acrylic fire-resistant paint. At the same time, you must not forget to treat all metal communications in the room with a special fire-resistant compound.

In addition to the properties described above, water-dispersion paints have the following advantages:

• water is used as a solvent, so they are devoid of a sharp and unpleasant odor (such solutions have practically no odor);
• quick drying of the painted surface;
• paint can be applied by any means;
• affordable price.

When choosing paint for glass wallpaper, you should give preference to washable types. This will help greatly simplify wet cleaning in the room and keep the appearance of the walls or ceiling beautiful for a longer period of time.

Detailed information about the properties of the paint is contained on its packaging.

Before direct painting, you need to apply a primer to the surface of the glass wallpaper, but not an ordinary one, but a special one. Its composition is similar to glue. The glue must be diluted with water. Priming at this stage will increase the adhesion of the coating to the paint, and will also allow you to significantly reduce the consumption of glue, which will not be absorbed into the finishing surface, but will be evenly distributed over it.

Remember that before priming you need to wait until the glass wallpaper is completely dry, and also remove any dust left over from its surface after gluing. Typically, dust removal is carried out in situations where the wallpaper has already served as a final finish for some time before painting. To remove dust from them, just walk over the entire working surface with a slightly damp cloth.

Now everything is ready for painting. This procedure is carried out as follows:

• We prepare inventory. To apply paint, use a brush, roller or spray gun. The method of applying paint is determined by the tools you have in your home, as well as your desire. Most often, paint is applied to glass wallpaper using a roller.
• Open the paint and stir it well until a uniform color is obtained.
• Pour the coloring composition into a special tray and dip the roller into it.
• After the roller is well saturated with paint, we place it on the raised area of ​​the pallet and begin applying the coloring composition to the surface of the glass wallpaper.

Please note that the paint must be applied in a thin and even layer. It is best to paint the joints between the strips with a brush. The second coat of paint should be applied only after the first has completely dried. Several layers will allow you to obtain a uniform and rich color of the walls or ceiling.

At the same time as the walls and ceiling, the communications (heating radiators, etc.) should be painted.

As you can see, in many respects, glass wallpaper is a modern and most practical material that will allow you to quickly and effectively complete interior decoration. The key to the success of gluing and painting them is strict adherence to the instructions and rules, without which it will not be possible to properly glue the wallpaper and apply a finishing layer to it. Remember that with high-quality painting and the correct selection of paint, this process can be carried out many times.

Advantages of glass wallpaper

The following can be considered positive characteristics:

• Strength. At the moment, the products are considered the most durable finishing material for walls. They do not tear, are not subject to deformation, and are resistant to mechanical damage. In addition, they are not afraid of wet cleaning, even with the use of chemical compounds. This characteristic allows you to glue glass wallpaper in the bathroom.
• Improves the microclimate of the room. The structure of the product is similar to knitting, consisting of loops, which allows moist air to pass freely between them. Due to this, the wallpaper does not have static electricity, which results in less dust being attracted.
• Safety for the environment, environmental friendliness. Glass fiber cannot harm humans and does not create a favorable environment for the proliferation of dangerous microorganisms. In addition, glass wallpaper prevents the formation of mold and mildew.
• Resistance to mechanical damage. Fiberglass fabric is not subject to deformation when subjected to physical impact.
• Possibility of partial restoration. Replacing any section of the finish will not be difficult, since this material fits perfectly together with any cut.
• Fire resistance. The glass that is part of the wallpaper protects it from burning, and no harmful substances are released upon contact with fire.
• Easy to paste. No special skills are required for the job. You can easily do the pasting yourself.
• Durability. Proper care and proper use ensure the wallpaper has a service life of up to thirty years.
• A huge selection of materials in color, texture, pattern.

Recommendations for selection

Before gluing glass wallpaper for painting, you need to select it correctly. It is recommended to purchase quality products. The following simple manipulations will help you make your choice:

• take a piece of wallpaper;
• glued to the base;
• paint;
• then press it down with a spatula;
• if the piece is not deformed, then the quality of the product is suitable.

If it is not possible to acquire a piece of the selected wallpaper, then you should purchase products from well-known brands. Today these are, for example, the following world-class companies:

• Swedish “Johns Manville” with fiberglass wallpaper Wellton, Tassoglas, Oscar;
• concern from Germany “Vitrulan Textilglas GmbH”, producing “Vitrulan”.

Wellton wallpaper in the interior

There is a misconception among non-professionals that the denser and thicker the canvas, the higher quality and better it is. But in fact, this is not true, because quite often product manufacturers use a lot of impregnating composition during processing. In this case, the drawing loses its clarity, because impregnation does not provide texture.

It should also be taken into account that papered walls may not look the same as the material looks in a roll. This is explained by the use of fluffy (wider) threads in some models of fiberglass wallpaper, which, when pressed, shrink and become flatter. The product loses its original shape and volume.

The use of fiberglass wallpaper for walls or ceilings from well-known manufacturers allows you to almost guarantee a result that matches the appearance of the product in a roll.

Selecting the best glass wallpaper

Before purchasing wallpaper, you need to know about some pitfalls:

• Some manufacturers can impregnate the material with starch to increase density. It is quite difficult to determine this right away. This will become clear only when applying glue for glass wallpaper, the starch will begin to dissolve. Therefore, it is highly recommended to buy products from well-known brands.
• The texture can also be artificially changed by fluffing the threads. As a result, the product acquires greater volume. This can only be detected when smoothing the wallpaper on the surface to be pasted.

Photos of glass wallpaper of various types in rooms with different interiors will help you make your choice.