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VALUE-ADD Wallpaper has made a resurgence, and it's back big time. Today's wallpaper comes in various forms, and the choices are endless. Whatever your style—dark and dramatic, light and airy, playful and fun—wallpaper sets the mood and transforms the feel of any room in an instant. Find out what five different types of wallpaper can do for your home. W A L L P A P E R I N G A D V I C E • Know what you're getting yourself into. Understand how to prep your walls, install the wallpaper, and maintain it after. • Get a professional. From measuring your wall to gluing on the wallpaper, a pro might save you from costly mistakes. • Buy more than you think you'll need. Prints and patterns are tricky to align; the more wallpaper you have, the easier it'll be. • Order samples before committing. Colors and textures you see online don't always match what you get in real life. • Think long-term or temporary before purchasing. Most wallpapers are glued to a wall with a more permanent adhesive, so they stick there longer. T E X T U R E D Generating interest and adding depth, textured wallpaper promotes a relaxed, warm, and comfortable atmosphere. The most common surfaced wallpapers include: • Grasscloth. Perfect for the bedroom or a nursery, grasscloth emulates natural fibers and adds an earthy touch. • Embossed. With flair and elegance, embossed wallpaper gives a dimension of refinement. Consider it for an entryway or bathroom. • Leather. Soft and grounded, leather suggests focus and concentration. It's best suited for a library or study. M E T A L L I C Metallics offer a shiny and vibrant mirrored effect that easily integrates into glamourous, avant-garde, or Victorian designs. Due to its reflective nature, metallic wallpaper is ideal for areas with a lot of natural light, as it can reflect the light throughout the entire room. Implying sophistication, a metallic wall might be the statement piece you need in a modestly decorated space. P A T T E R N E D Whether it's floral, geometric, damask, dotted, or plaid, patterns have taken over the wallpaper industry. While they can change the mood of a room, the size of the pattern can do much more. A small-scale pattern might make a room look spacious, whereas a large-scale one can make a room cozy. Still, keep in mind that too much pattern can be, well, too much. Be wise, appropriate, and thoughtful when picking patterns. S T R I P E D Lines are great when you want to create an optical illusion. Have a low ceiling? Vertical stripes can make it appear higher. Have a narrow space? Horizontal stripes can make it feel wider. You'll also want to think about the weight of the line, as thick lines can indicate dignity, while thin lines might communicate formality. S O L I D Solid-colored wallpaper has the precision and structure that traditional paint just can't match. To find a solid-colored wallpaper that fits your look, choose: • Soft, cool colors for a tranquil setting. • Intense, bright colors for a dramatic vibe. • Warm colors for a comfortable feel. TIPS FOR USING THIS DECORATIVE STAPLE. 28 COMING HOME MAGAZINE I t 's Back!