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Layers
Starting from the surface of the
wall coverings & working to the back, the layers are:
.Coating Material (optional)
2.Facing Material
3.Backing Material
4.Adhesive Material
5.Wall
Wallcovering Specs
.Size: depends on the manufacturer,
2.Colors and material:
3.Facing and backing Materials: characteristics and toxicity
4.Finishes: Relief, embossed, patterned, reflective, matte, shiny
5.Ratings/ Class
it is the simplest form of
wallcovering. It is usually two kinds of
papers laminated together with a paper
that has good characteristics for
printing on the front and good
characteristics for adhesion on the back.
Printed paper:
Increasingly rare – small defects
and irregularities are to be expected.
Hand printed paper
Any materials that can be adhered to walls, and later removed without damage to the wall, such as wallpaper.
wallcovering
Characteristics of wall covering
.Protect the wall : for high traffic
2.Aesthetic purposes : Customize to create unique environments.
3.Acoustic purposes : use on any place sound reduction is
a primary factor such as meeting rooms
4. Hygienic Wall Covering: in hospitals, the hygienic wall covering was developed. A full line of hygienic wall systems that resist the growth of germs & bacteria
5. Heavy- Duty wall Covering:
protect from heavy impact, and corrosion Loading docks, elevator lobbies, storage rooms,
In which areas are wallcoverings used for acoustic purposes?
Meeting rooms, offices, theaters, auditoriums, restaurants, corridors, and elevator lobbies.
What is a hygienic wall covering?
Developed due to the growing concern for infection control in hospitals.
What is the purpose of heavy-duty wall coverings?
Protects from heavy impact and corrosion, ideal for warehouses, garages, etc.
What is the function of the facing material in wallcoverings?
The thinnest layer in most cases, supplying the look of the product.
What does the backing material in wallcoverings do?
The portion of the wallcoverings that goes against the wall.
What is adhesive material?
Any substance capable of holding materials together by surface attachment.
What types of materials can wallcoverings include?
- Paper
- Grass cloth
- Stone
- Wood
- Cork veneer
- Foil
- Flocking
- Cloth
- Vinyl
What are the ratings/class of wallcoverings based on?
Different classifications based on use and durability.
What is ‘Trick of the Eye’ wallpaper?
Walls are made to look like something they’re not.
What does geometric 3D texture wallpaper provide?
Gives walls a touch-me texture.
What is a popular trend in wallpaper for vibrant interiors?
Tropical wallpaper.
has a thin layer of vinyl or acrylic sprayed
on. The layer provides protection and light washability
Coated paper:
…. veneer is a manmade material
designed to replicate the look of natural ……in a
variety of architectural applications ranging from
exterior facades to unique statement walls.
manufactured stone
is paper faced
with long woven grasses
that are left natural or dyed.
Grass cloth
are real ……
that are backed with paper, providing flexible
wallcovering.
* Can come as a panel or roll.
* Sound isolation
* Gives a warm and elegant feeling
Wood and cork veneer
- Metalized plastic wallcovering,
backed with paper. It is reflective
and can show every imperfection
Foil
- Flock wallpaper features a raised
pattern on the wallpaper’s
surface and they have a velour or
velvet-like fee
Flocking
- The textures and patterns of different fabrics allow
one to create unique effects and add interest to
rooms. - Wall cloth is also used to control noise. When used
as a sound absorber, wall fabric is usually paired
with a special sound control backing
Cloth
