Who said that wallpaper is only for walls? In a world where renovations often become an expensive quest, this material can be a savior for those looking for non-standard solutions.
Imagine: a bright pattern under your feet, an original design and a penny price. It sounds like science fiction, but covering the floor with wallpaper is real. And this is not a joke.
The main advantage of this solution is the price. A roll of wallpaper will cost several times less than linoleum or laminate, and the choice of colors will not be inferior to classic coverings.
In addition, wallpaper allows you to experiment: today the floor is decorated with geometry, tomorrow - a floral print, and a month later - abstraction.
Durability? If treated correctly, the coating will last no less than traditional options.
How to Turn Wallpaper into Flooring
Preparation is the key stage. The floor must be perfectly level: old uneven areas are removed with a grinder, and sheets of fiberboard or plywood are suitable for creating a smooth surface.
The joints between them are carefully filled with putty and, after drying, processed with sandpaper.
It is important to remove the smallest particles of dust - even a small speck of dust under the wallpaper will eventually turn into a noticeable defect.
The next step is to apply a protective layer. The front side of the wallpaper is covered with a water-soluble varnish, which will protect the pattern from abrasion. Then diluted PVA glue is applied to both the floor and the back side of the material. The wallpaper is carefully laid, smoothed from the center to the edges, and after drying, fixed with three layers of parquet varnish.
This type of flooring is not afraid of wet cleaning, does not fade and is easy to repair: a damaged fragment can be replaced in a couple of hours.
This solution is suitable for rented apartments, summer cottages or temporary housing, where spending money on expensive repairs is impractical.
Your neighbors will definitely ask where you found such an unusual covering. And the answer will be simple: everything ingenious comes on a roll.
