Interior design is a kind of activity where an effective and simple solutions, which will change the appearance of the wall at a low cost are always sought for. An idea of that kind is to use a swab, which involves applying two layers of paint to the wall: the base layer on the wall is covered with another. The effect of that is a wall painted "unevenly, which gives the impression of a rough structure. Depending on what paints were used for the cleaning and the thickness of their application, the wall looks like a three-dimensional surface or resembles a flat, multicolored background.
Cleaning effect - a popular solution in interior design
The structural paint method has been recently very popular in the past decades. Its style at that time is now somewhat out of fashion. Today however, this method of interior design returns in a new way. If you would like to use it in a modern interior, choose a fashionable color and perfect workmanship. In the case of minimalistic arrangements, structures in shades of gray or navy blue are a bull's eye. The structural paint will also work well in rooms decorated in a Scandinavian and rustic style.
How to make an effect of structural paint?
- Prepare the wall surface.
- Prime the wall.
- Apply the first, basic layer of paint on the wall, it will be a background for the structure.
- When the first layer is dry, apply the next layer, make it thin. You can use a brush or roller for this purpose. You can also dilute the paint with a little bit of water, which will make the effect of color penetration.
- To increase the show-through of the base layer, you can wipe the applied coating by running a brush, cloth or sponge over a damp surface.
It's recommendable to use transparent paints fot the structure, it allowa you to achieve unusual effects on the wall. It is also recommended to avoid the basic circular movements when painting the walls.
Wipe effect wallpapers
Another idea to achieve the effect that does not require grabbing a brush is to decorate the wall with original wallpaper. Wipes wallpapers are suitable for various types of rooms: you can use them in the arrangement of a bedroom, living room, kitchen or office. Thanks to a properly selected theme, your wall will turn into a real state of art. The use of such wallpaper in interior decoration can be a way to emphasize your creativity and express interest in the latest trends in interior design. Among the available motifs, decorations imitating natural materials and wallpapers with geometric motifs deserve attention. Such solutions will perfectly emphasize the advantages of a modern arrangement and allow you to create a cozy atmosphere in your four walls. Wood imitation wallpaper will work in the dining room, living room or hallway in the Scandinavian style. The bull's eye, in this case, will be wallpaper with a pattern of worn boards. An imitation of brick or concrete will suit industrial interiors.
Structure paint walls are an idea for an interior that defies all traditional ideas. We hope that this text will encourage and inspire you to use this effect in your interior design!
