European Wallpaper is one of the most reliable wallcoverings and known for its vibrant designs. In this article, we will be introduce European wallpaper as a whole and the wondrous material they are made of, non-woven fabric.
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Wallpapers made from non-wove fabric are highly durable and can be used for a long period of time. They are also washable and non-toxic allowing safety and cleaniness as they do not emit any harmful substance. At HONPO, we feature the very best European Wallpapers from many of the famous brands based out of Europe! Let us find out more about European wallpapers starting with its material.
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Non-Woven Material
Overview
Non-woven wallpaper is a new technology in wallpaper manufacturing that appeared in the 2000s. After its introduction , the material has become a mainstay till today. Although it is a technologically advanced material, non-woven wallpapers are still available at an affordable price, ensuring quality at a good price tag!
The main component of non-woven wallpaper is a mixture of natural and synthetic fibers that are commonly used for paper filters, such as teabags, gauzes, even masks. For DIY-spirited homeowners, you can definitely opt for non-woven wallpapers for their reliability. The wallpapers are simple to install as the wallpapers can be pasted side by side.
Features
- Extreme Durability
As our European wallpapers are mostly made from non-woven material, they are able to weather many types of climates and temperature unlike paper backed wallpaper. Due to quality production method, these wallpapers last for over 15 years, so you won’t need to worry about them going to waste.
- Tear Resistant
Famous for its durability, non-woven wallpapers are not easily ripped apart. Moreover, this advantage makes these wallpapers washable too! This feature also allows the non-woven wallpapers to be manufactured by offset printing (mass printing). This manufacturing method makes non-woven wallpapers comparatively more affordable compared to a few decades ago.
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- Anti-Mould
‘Breathablility’ is one of the top features of non-woven wallpapers, allowing vapor to pass through freely without leaving behind any mold on the wallpapers’ surface. The binding between natural and synthetic fibers provides space for the vapor to flow in and out of the wallpaper.
- Fire-Retardant
Accidents happens and its best to be prepared for it. However, the fibers inside the non-woven wallpaper do not ignite which is safe to be used even in places where there may be fire hazards. Making European Wallpaper not just a beautiful option but an incredibly safe one as well.
DIY x Non-Woven
DIY (Do It Yourself) used to be popular among homeowners as a more cost-effective and fun way to furnish your hoime . With the busy working hours, it is difficult for people to find time to work on projects like decorating their own houses. Most would engage an installer for fear of installation taking days or weeks.
However, modern wallpapers are incredibly easy to install and they enable homeowners to install wallpapers quickly and easily. Check out the various benefits of DIY.
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Benefits of DIY with European Wallpapers
- Affordable
Wallpaper installation can be costly in Singapore. In fact, if you include installation, your total bill would often increase by 70-80+%. As the installation process of wallpapers have become much easier, you can save this sum simply by follow our guide here! DIY is the way to go for an affordable wallpaper experience.
- Easily Cleaned
Non-woven wallpaper is different from normal wallpaper. As mentioned before, non-woven wallpaper is tear-resistant and therefore washable. Although it is still a paper material, the non-woven wallpaper can still be washed with a damp sponge, allowing easier cleaning.
- User-Friendly
The material of European wallpapers allows them to be easily installed and removed. Using minimal tools and adhesives, you can install European wallpapers without exerting much effort. There are guides available on our blog to help you with your DIY journey. Not to mention, the various videos on DIY installations available on youtube!
Wallpaper Symbol
When you purchase European wallpapers, you will notice that there are symbols that are featured on the wallpaper cover. These are instructions and characteristics of the European wallpapers. Let us go through some of the symbols that you will find.
Pattern-Matching
- Free Match – as the name suggests, the wallpaper can be pasted any way you want to, as it means there is no need to match patterns.
- Offset Match – the wallpaper strips are matched when they are several distances apart. The trick to install this wallpaper is to align them on a table to match pattern before hanging them.
- Straight Match – this match is horizontally aligned across the wallpaper strips as the pattern of one strip will be the same as the other strips.
- Reverse Hang – this usually applies to wallpapers that are plain and or slightly embossed. The wallpaper strips have to be pasted in alternate directions. This is to avoid shading the wallpaper.
Pasting Instructions
- Paste on the Paper – paste the glue on the wallpaper strip before sticking the wallpaper onto the wall, so that the adhesive has time to mix with the wallpaper.
- Paste on the Wall – apply the adhesive on the wall before sticking the wallpaper. This method is easier as you can then adjust the wallpaper first before the wallpaper touches the adhesive.
- Pre-Glued Wallpaper – wallpaper strips with adhesive pre-applied on the back of the paper before distribution. You can make the adhesive sticky again by dipping the strips into a bucket of water. Hence, the symbol that indicates the dipping.
Washability
- Washable by Sponge – this means that the wallpaper can only be washed using a damp piece of sponge. The wallpaper cannot be exposed to too much water or else it will be damaged.|
- Washable – this is a slightly more durable wallpaper. However, the wallpaper still can only be used with a wet sponge. If there is too much water in the sponge, the wallpaper might be torn apart.
- Extra Washable – this wallpaper is even stronger than the previous category. However, this wallpaper can only withstand water splashes, which means that the kitchen sink and shower room should be avoided.
- Washable with Scrub – The wallpaper is stronger as it can withstand the pressure of a brush. Nevertheless, it is recommended to use a wet sponge before anything else.
Light Fastness
These symbols describe the wallpaper resistant to sunlight, starting from the left being the least resistant, all the way to the right being the most resistant. Sometimes, the colour might fade off when direct sunlight reach the wallpaper, causing the wallpaper to change its colour.
Method of Removal
- Wet Removal – the wallpaper can only be removed by washing them away with warm soapy water or removal liquid agent. After most of them are removed, the remaining should be removed using a spatula.
- Removable by Stripping – the wallpaper can be removed completely by hand.
- Peelable – the front layer of the wallpaper can be peeled off by hand. The back layer can be removed using a water-soap mixture.
We hope that with the explanation of these symbols, you will be able to install European wallpapers easier. We encourage our customers to install our wallpapers themselves, as it is much cheaper to do it by yourselves and you are able to make this installation a fun experience for your family and children.
For more info, please visit our online shop at honpo.com.sg or you can visit our showrooms at:
- Oxley Bizhub, 61 Ubi Road 1, #01-31, 408727 Singapore
- Proxima @ Gambas, 50 Gambas Cres, #09-14, 757022 Singapore
Source:
Guide To Wallpaper Symbol
https://www.worldofwallpaper.com/blog/wallpaper-symbols-guide
Washable – this is a slightly more durable wallpaper. However, the wallpaper still can only be used with a wet sponge. If there is too much water in the sponge, the wallpaper might be torn apart.
