For some reason, many people in society think that liquid wallpaper with silk and plaster called “wet silk” are the same finish. In fact, there is a huge difference between such finishing materials. Although they are similar in name, they are completely different in composition, operation and other factors. There is only one similarity - they are able to elevate any room and help create an unusual design.
Liquid wallpaper with silk
Liquid wallpaper with silk makes any room unusual and attractive. These wallpapers include:
- Cellulose. It performs a connecting function for all components of this type of coating.
- Fungicide.
- The adhesive base and plasticizer facilitate the process of applying such wallpaper.
- Silk fibers, both artificial and natural.
This is a composition that currently does not change and is present in all wallpapers of this type. To obtain the desired effect, fillers with a specific color are added to the mixture. You can mix glitter and other design components. As for the proportions that need to be observed, then this is optional - you can use as much as you consider necessary.
It is not difficult to make such a composition with your own hands. Special granules are purchased - this is exactly what all the components listed above look like together. The composition of the package is mixed with the amount of water indicated in the instructions. Alternatively, you can add glue, but due to its properties, cellulose provides an astringent effect. The resulting mixture must be allowed to brew so that it becomes homogeneous, this will make it easier and more convenient to apply it to the wall surface.
Liquid silk wallpaper is applied to the wall using the principle of putty. Masters recommend starting to work from the top corner and moving to the sides and down. For this process, it is better to take a spatula made of stainless steel, and the easiest way to level the applied material is with a plastic trowel.
Before applying wallpaper, the surface of the wall is prepared in the old fashioned way: if necessary, it is leveled, puttied, and primed. There is an opinion among craftsmen that before applying wallpaper you need to cover the surface with ordinary water-based paint. This will help increase the adhesion of the material and the wall surface.
The process of applying liquid wallpaper must be carried out step by step and nothing should be missed. The base must be white or transparent so that the shade of the already used material does not change.
Design examples
When decorating a room, the main goal is to make the interior authentic and fashionable.
With golden threads
They attract all attention, attract and enchant. Gold threads will add luxury to the interior. It will also be appropriate in a minimalist style. You can complete the unique look with the help of lanterns or candlesticks.
The photo shows a hall decorated with silk wallpaper with gold threads.
With the birds
Birds are a symbol of lightness and freedom; their presence in the drawings creates a light atmosphere, adding air and space to the room.
The photo shows a bedroom and golden silk wallpaper with birds.
With flowers
Nothing can convey the beauty of silk better than floral arrangements. This is especially true for roses, because it will be very difficult to take your eyes off the image of delicate buds on the iridescent texture.
The photo shows the bedroom interior and a wall with silver silk wallpaper.
Plaster "wet silk"
If the composition of silk wallpaper includes silk fibers directly, then with plaster things are completely different. The plaster is based on acrylic dispersion, quartz sand, and particles of mother-of-pearl.
After application, a silky effect appears, but this is due to the wide variety of additives. Manufacturers do not disclose which components help achieve this result and keep it secret. It is for this reason that this plaster is different for all companies. Available in the following colors: red, silver, gold, pearl, white.
This material must be applied in a thin layer, but before doing this the surface must be carefully prepared. The wall must be level - this is what determines how the plaster will lie. Final work is carried out exclusively on dry walls and ceilings:
- A layer of primer is applied to the wall or ceiling.
- You need to add a pigmenting component to the solution and mix well. It is better not to use a mixer for this, but to do it manually, otherwise you can break the structure of the silk fiber.
- The first layer should be thin, so it is applied using a silk roller.
- The next layer is applied using a spatula using comfortable movements. Don’t forget, the resulting pattern will depend on these movements. Whether it will be a flat surface or with circles and stains is up to you.
- The final stage is carried out with a trowel from one corner of the room to another corner.
The result obtained depends on the composition and, of course, on the skill of the master.
Interior options
The light satin shimmer of silk wallpaper visually expands the interior, making the rooms more spacious and brighter. The touch of elegance that this material brings to any interior is a small compliment that is pleasant to every buyer.
Silk wallpaper is used to decorate the following rooms of the house:
- Living room: as the “face” of the house, this room gives scope for the implementation of ideas when decorating with silk wallpaper. On the walls of the living room, plain wallpaper and with patterns in the form of monograms and floral patterns look good. Moldings, stucco and other elements of classic decor are welcome.
In the interior:
Victoria du Monde Versailles II 1123
Suitable analogues:
Victoria Du Monde Versailles V157
East 955
Miracle 1008
- Bedroom: The soft, silky texture of the wallpaper in this room creates coziness and at the same time makes it sophisticated. For the bedroom, it is advisable to choose silk wallpaper in neutral or cool shades.
In the interior:
Victoria du Monde La Loire 202
Suitable analogues:
Provence 040
Optima 059
Miracle 1013
- Kitchen: silk wallpapers in beige, gray and other natural shades are well suited for decorating small kitchens, which visually expand the space and fill the room with warmth and comfort.
In the interior:
Victoria du Monde La Loire 208
Advantages and disadvantages
Although there is a huge difference between liquid silk wallpaper and plaster, there are some characteristics that still unite them. Both types of finishing are used for all types of repairs and wall decoration. Besides:
- This finish helps improve thermal insulation and sound insulation.
- It adheres perfectly to any surface.
- Using wallpaper and plaster you can correct minor flaws on the wall.
- The result is a smooth surface with no joints, as when gluing regular wallpaper.
- This is an environmentally friendly material, and if a special varnish is applied on top of it, then such walls can be wiped with a damp cloth.
- The material is applied both to flat surfaces and to arches, ledges, and niches.
- Neither plaster nor liquid wallpaper fades.
If you need to repair a section of the wall on which liquid wallpaper has been applied, you do not need to buy a new mixture. Simply remove the material from the wall, grind it and fill it with water. The mixture will swell and you can get to work - return it to the place where you scraped it off. This process is performed using a plastic trowel.
As you can see, with such positive qualities, you can ignore the negative aspects. Yes, and there are not so many of them.
The downside of both materials is the price. But you must admit that if the material is of high quality, it is always not cheap. True, liquid wallpaper, unlike plaster, can absorb odor and moisture. For these reasons, it is not recommended to do this kind of decoration in the kitchen, bathroom or balcony.
About the manufacturer
The Russian company (LLC) Silk Plaster has been producing decorative plaster for 17 years. Over this short period, it has established itself in the market as a reliable manufacturer offering quality products to consumers in Russia and other countries. Leroy Merlin has Silk Plaster liquid wallpaper in every store.
Today, Silk Plaster is the only domestic manufacturer of decorative plasters that has a patent for the use of silk fiber. And this is precisely the key component of liquid wallpaper, which provides the unique advantages described above.
Today, cases of trade in counterfeits disguised as the original Silk Plaster brand have become more frequent. Such a product, as a rule, has an unpleasant odor, and in the room where the counterfeit was used, there is an increased radioactive background. Undoubtedly, the quality of such material does not correspond to the original at all. When purchasing, be vigilant, check the documents accompanying the product so as not to fall into the trap of counterfeiters.
The Silk Plaster company (Moscow) has a wide distribution network and representative offices in many cities of the Russian Federation, as well as in countries near and far abroad.
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Application
Both of these materials are easy to prepare for application to the surface. First of all, you need to add water to the mixture, stir and let it brew - this is the case with liquid silk wallpaper. In the case of plaster, everything is simpler - you buy a ready-made mixture. All you need to do is add the desired pigment and glitter.
In both cases, the main thing is not to overdo it with thickness. You can control the thickness of the coating if you correctly calculate the material consumption per square meter.
The main purpose of using such material is to imitate natural coating. As practice has shown, liquid wallpaper and plaster do an excellent job with this task. If you study all the techniques for applying material, you can create the following effects:
- Wet silk. It is created quite simply - the last layer of material must be rubbed with light circular movements.
- If you need a smooth surface and a complete imitation of silk, then you need to smooth the material in different directions.
- Do you want to make a “reaper”? – Use a sponge for this, then the surface will be a little rough.
Plaster, like wallpaper, is not recommended for use on walls in the kitchen and bathroom. But you can find a way out of every problem - cover the wall after applying the finish with acrylic varnish. The surface will become shiny, water-repellent, and its service life will increase. In addition, such a surface is easy to care for.
Scope of application
Silk decorative plaster is intended only for interior work and finishing of premises that meet certain requirements. This is due to the fact that the finished surface has low hydrophobicity (absorbs moisture from the air), is easily impregnated with foreign odors, and is sensitive to mild mechanical influences.
Due to these characteristics, silk decorative plaster can be used in heated premises of residential, office, public or other purposes. The only exceptions apply to the following:
- Kitchens and other premises intended for food preparation. Smoking areas and anywhere where there is a lot of smoke and pungent odors that can penetrate deep into the pores of the material.
- Bathrooms, bathrooms, saunas, toilets, showers, and other rooms with high humidity.
- Warehouses, utility rooms of industrial and commercial enterprises - where there is a high probability of damage to the integrity of the surface as a result of accidental contact with a hard object.
Healthy! For all other premises, the use of wet silk decorative plaster is allowed.
Decorative plaster on the wall Source pro100stroy.com
Rules of care
Silk-screen printing is definitely not suitable for the rooms of small children, as well as for kitchens and hallways of families with them. A child will not appreciate all the luxury and attractive appearance of the wall, so he will definitely leave a mark on it.
Glues silk-screen printing in apartments and houses with small children, or on the ceiling. This design will be original, while at the same time protected from the hands of a child.
All types of wallpaper with silk-screen printing require regular cleaning, this allows you to maintain their shine and original sophistication. The most suitable are gel-like compositions, mainly used for washing dishes. With their help, it is possible to quickly eliminate traces of greasy fingers, children's pranks, and other stains.
Wallpaper with silk-screen printing tends to collect dust; to remove it, you need to use a vacuum cleaner. Medium power mode is suitable. You can also use washing vacuum cleaners, but abrasive substances are contraindicated.
Advice. The easiest way to remove a greasy stain is immediately after applying it. To do this, blot it with a napkin, then treat the area with steam. If you don’t have an appropriate vacuum cleaner, you can simply iron it with an iron.
Photos of attractive silk wallpaper
Screen-printed wallpaper is attractive, but like any fabric surface, it requires special care and attention. They are a little more difficult to care for than the regular product, but they are far superior to any other option with their striking beauty.
This type of wall decoration is popular for many reasons. Homeowners love the way silk reflects light and subtly illuminates a room. No other wall finishing material can compete with it! Plus, you don't have to settle for limited choices as there are a range of silkscreen designs and patterns to suit the style of the room.
Tips for using silkscreen printing
High tech
The style is not overloaded, unnecessary details and smooth lines. The interior is dominated by straight lines in decoration and furniture, the contents are modern, high-tech, and the color scheme is restrained, although the design can also be decorated with bright details.
Classical
Silk-screen wallpapers are best suited for classic designs. A soft shine will emphasize luxury without looking defiant. The classic room is filled with natural wood furniture and elegant decorative details. Walls can be decorated with moldings or combined with wood panels.
The photo shows the interior of a bedroom in a Victorian style. The walls are decorated with peach-colored silk-screen wallpaper.
Modern
The design style can be filled with bright colors and a mixture of materials. Silk-screen wallpaper in a rich shade will be a great idea for decorating any area or accent wall. The pattern can be in the form of damask, abstraction or geometric patterns.
Oriental
The style is distinguished by special luxury and wealth. Ornate patterns and golden shimmers will only emphasize the features of the style. In oriental design, the emphasis can be placed on finishing or filling the room. For example, decorating walls in a bright shade or unusually shaped furniture and colorful textiles.
