Planning to infuse a fresh lease of life into your lacklustre walls but you aren’t sure whether to paint to use wallpaper? Don’t worry. To make your life easier, we have listed the pros and cons of each option.
Take a look at how paint and wallpaper compare on four essential factors – cost, selection, installation, and durability.
The cost factor
Paint is easily available and tends to have less upfront cost. The price of the colour essentially depends upon the type and finish you are selecting.
Having said that, there are options galore in a wide budget segment. However, while the upfront cost is low, it needs to be redone as over time the paint loses its sheen.
A relatively newer trend in the home décor industry, wallpaper commands a premium upfront. In fact, the installation cost is also higher when compared to paint. However, with increasing demand, today, there are a plethora of options to choose from.
Selection
From different colours to textures, there are ample options when it comes to wall paint. With paint, it is easier to create a feature wall. Some of the leading brands like Asian Paints and Berger Paints also provide some interesting ideas to create beautiful walls.
However, for those looking to create an accent wall with intricate patterns, bold geometrics, and different textures, wallpapers are the way to go.
Durability
A painted wall usually lasts for eight to ten years. These days, washable paints are also available that are much easier to clean and maintain.
Wallpapers, on the other hand, tend to last for about 12 to 15 years, which makes it more durable in the long run. The only issue with wallpaper is that if used in areas that are prone to damp, it can lift at the seams over time
Installation
Painting a wall is easier once the walls are ready with a smooth surface. It is a rather straightforward job that requires minimal resources. The only trouble while painting is the odour, which can be controlled by keeping the rooms well-ventilated. These days, one can also find odourless and quick-dry paints.
Installing wallpaper is also easy. In fact, if you have a damaged wall, wallpapers are one of the easiest ways to cover it up conveniently and beautifully. While there are several installation methods used today, peel and stick are the easiest of all.
Want to learn more about how to install wallpaper? Read our step by step guide here.
While both have their own pros and cons, you need not just go with the one. How about having the best of both worlds? Create a beautiful room by painting your walls and create a focal wall with a wallpaper.
Do you have some more ideas? Do share it with us.
My grandfather is remodeling his kitchen, and he wants to install wallpaper. I never consider the fact that wallpaper was useful to cover damaged or uneven walls, and it is easy to install. If that is the case, I will help him find a reliable painting company to finish his project.
I think painting your home is the best option to decor your home.
This article is very helpful and I got so much new perspective regarding decor home.
Hi, thank you for such a brilliant post. I have been reading some blogs that gives me more knowledge about this topic wallpaper vs paint for your home.
Hi Nikunj,
Thanks for sharing this amazing Post.
I have bought some amazing wallpapers for my home and found them very interesting,it is very easy to install. I recommend wallpapers are best to install at home as it is cost effective as well as time effective.