1. Wall Coverings and ceilings

2. Walls, ceilings and floors comprise the largest visual portion of a room.

3. Appearance… Large patterns will make a large room appear closer.
Small patterns and light colors make a small room appear larger.
Mirrors create an illusion of space.
Wall coverings should coordinate with furnishings.
Colors should not overpower furnishings.
Vertical stripes will make a wall appear taller
Tall walls appear lower when ceiling and walls are same color.
Choosing a dominant feature in the room will help determine wall coverings.

4. Ceilings Long ago were often painted with murals, designs or pendants.
Most materials discussed can be used on ceilings
Average height is 8 feet.
High or angled ceilings lend a feeling of dignity
Low or beamed ceilings create a warm and informal room.
Acoustic materials absorb sound

5. Walls
Bearing Walls: Support weight of structure and can not be removed.
Non-bearing: walls separate space
They serve as:
Dividers for privacy
Noise control
Structure
Aesthetics.

6. Wall and ceiling Coverings
Wall coverings
Selected according to:
Function
Size
Orientation to a natural light source
Existing furnishings
Budget
Maintenance.

7. Overview of Materials 6 basic types of wall treatments Examples:
Hard or Rigid Materials
Paint Paneling Molding
Wall Paper Fabric
Examples:
Brick Cork Glass
Fabric Paint Plaster
Metal Tile Paper
Wood Concrete Stone
Natural and Fabricated materials
Materials can be used on walls, ceilings and sometimes floors

8. Wall Coverings
Hard or Rigid Materials: Brick, Tile, Glass, Metal, Wood
Costly
Are permanent
Require little/no upkeep
Give natural texture
Considered classic

9. Wall Coverings Paper: Paper, Vinyl, Flocked, Embossed, Foiled, Mural
Tremendous variety to choose from
Low to high cost, mostly modest
Imitates natural materials
Covers blemished walls
Coordinates/Allows creativity
Instant décor
Can be washed depending on type of paper.

10. Purchasing Wallpaper Packaged and sold by the ROLL (not foot/yard).
Pattern Repeats- allow enough space for large patterns
A Run/dye Number printed on wallpaper indicates which dye lot it came from.
Strippable – easy to remove
Scrubable – design remains when scrubbed
Pre-pasted – glue already applied to back
Vinyl-coated – recommended for kitchens, bathrooms, and playrooms.

11. Wall Coverings Fabric Large variety of patterns and colors
Mounted in different ways: shirred, frames, upholstered, stapling
Not as practical in areas that get a lot of wear or dirt.
Average to high cost
Vacuum to remove dirt and wash if possible.

12. Wall Coverings Paneling Warm and attractive appearance
Requires little maintenance
Different forms and price ranges

13. Wall Coverings Molding
Strips of wood used for trim or ornamentation in a room.
Main purpose is to finish off a window, door or wall.
Baseboard molding
Crown molding
Chair Rail
Picture Rail

14. Molding Available in a wide range of colors, grains & species
Hides architectural flaws
Provides insulation
Hides seams or dry wall

15. Crown Molding
Finishes a top edge
Chair Rail/Wainscot
Divides room horizontally
Base Board
Covers lowest part of wall

16. Wall Coverings Paint Most popular Least expensive wall covering
Offers color, texture and variety
Provides visual excitement
Bright = attention
Dark = close/advance
Light = open/expand

17. Faux: Imitates other materials
Trump l’oeil: fool the eye, 3-D

18. Paint Types Finishes Oil-Based Latex Gloss, semi-gloss, satin and flat
Durable and washable
Chosen for walls and ceilings in bathrooms and kitchens
Can not clean up brushes with water
Latex
Easily applied
Water based, easy clean up
Often used for living, dining and bedrooms.
Finishes
Gloss, semi-gloss, satin and flat

19. Flat Finish
Flat finish softens walls and helps hide surface imperfections.
It is the least expensive
Totally shine-free
Good for Ceilings where you will not need to wash them often
Stains can be difficult to remove, so do not use in high-traffic areas

20. Paint - Eggshell
Provides greater warmth and depth to surfaces than flat paints.
Resist stains better than flat paints, although not as well as semigloss and high-gloss finishes.

21. Satin Finish
Satin and low luster paints have a slightly higher sheen than eggshell finishes
Is slightly easier to clean than a flat and eggshell finish

22. Semi-gloss Finish Slightly glossy appearance
less reflective than gloss paints
They offer good stain resistance, are easy to clean, and may be a good choice if you have young children
Most experts agree that the highest quality semi-gloss paints are 100% acrylic latex paints, which also come in enamel grades.

23. High-Gloss Highly reflective appearance
Toughest, most durable, and most stain-resistant finish
They are easier to clean
Ideal for areas exposed to heavy traffic or use, especially those prone to fingerprints or grime
Tend to highlight surface imperfections.
Both latex and oil-based gloss paints are referred to as enamels.

24. Bob Villa’s Interior Paint Selection Guide
Where traffic, moisture, and abrasion are likely to occur, high-gloss finishes may be recommended. Flat finishes and low-luster paints are better suited to quieter areas of the home and new construction.