How to Choose between Wallpaper and Latex Paint

1、 Differences 1. Price Normally, the price of wallpaper is relatively high, and the price differentiation of wallpaper is severe. The price of good wallpaper is generally above 80 yuan/square meter, and does not include basic treatment and labor costs, so the overall decoration price is on the high side; Latex paint, whether product or manual, is relatively lower in price than wallpaper. 2. Environmental friendliness Environmental friendliness has always been a condition pursued by people. Let's talk about paint first. Generally, paint contains VOC and free formaldehyde, and after drying, harmful substances gradually evaporate; Wallpapers also have pollution, mainly manifested in ink and paper. Good wallpapers have relatively low levels of harmful substances, while poor wallpapers may be more harmful than latex paint. In addition, the antibacterial properties of latex paint are slightly higher than those of wallpaper. If wallpaper is affected by the dampness of the wall, the decorative effect is difficult to repair. 3. Visual effects In terms of visual effects, there are many patterns and patterns in wallpaper, and even some other special shapes. Applying wallpaper can create a warm and perfect effect. In addition, wallpaper has stronger stain resistance than latex paint. 4. Construction No matter what materials are used to decorate the wall, if the wall is not flat, it cannot be directly decorated. It is recommended to clean and trim the wall first. Before painting, the wall should be polished first; If it's wallpaper, polish it thoroughly and apply moisture-proof agent or varnish, and finally apply the wallpaper. The process is slightly more complicated. 5. Service life Normally, the service life of qualified wallpaper and latex paint is generally more than ten years. If there are problems with the wall, most of the reasons are because the foundation is not well laid, and the probability of problems with wallpaper and latex paint is very low. 6. Protective effect The protective effect has its own advantages and disadvantages. Latex paint directly protects the putty layer, but it is powerless to crack the base layer; Wallpaper cannot provide protection for the putty layer. If the quality of the putty layer is poor, the wallpaper is more prone to peeling. Therefore, before applying wallpaper, it is necessary to brush the base film first, which can protect the putty layer and effectively shield the bottom layer from cracking.

1、 Differences
1. Price
Normally, the price of wallpaper is relatively high, and the price differentiation of wallpaper is severe. The price of good wallpaper is generally above 80 yuan/square meter, and does not include basic treatment and labor costs, so the overall decoration price is on the high side; Latex paint, whether product or manual, is relatively lower in price than wallpaper.
2. Environmental friendliness
Environmental friendliness has always been a condition pursued by people. Let's talk about paint first. Generally, paint contains VOC and free formaldehyde, and after drying, harmful substances gradually evaporate; Wallpapers also have pollution, mainly manifested in ink and paper. Good wallpapers have relatively low levels of harmful substances, while poor wallpapers may be more harmful than latex paint. In addition, the antibacterial properties of latex paint are slightly higher than those of wallpaper. If wallpaper is affected by the dampness of the wall, the decorative effect is difficult to repair.
3. Visual effects
In terms of visual effects, there are many patterns and patterns in wallpaper, and even some other special shapes. Applying wallpaper can create a warm and perfect effect. In addition, wallpaper has stronger stain resistance than latex paint.
4. Construction
No matter what materials are used to decorate the wall, if the wall is not flat, it cannot be directly decorated. It is recommended to clean and trim the wall first. Before painting, the wall should be polished first; If it's wallpaper, polish it thoroughly and apply moisture-proof agent or varnish, and finally apply the wallpaper. The process is slightly more complicated.
5. Service life
Normally, the service life of qualified wallpaper and latex paint is generally more than ten years. If there are problems with the wall, most of the reasons are because the foundation is not well laid, and the probability of problems with wallpaper and latex paint is very low.
6. Protective effect
The protective effect has its own advantages and disadvantages. Latex paint directly protects the putty layer, but it is powerless to crack the base layer; Wallpaper cannot provide protection for the putty layer. If the quality of the putty layer is poor, the wallpaper is more prone to peeling. Therefore, before applying wallpaper, it is necessary to brush the base film first, which can protect the putty layer and effectively shield the bottom layer from cracking.