Wallpaper companions: selection rules, ideas for combinations in color and design, how to glue

What are companion wallpapers?

Companion wallpapers are two canvases that are different in color or texture, while being in harmony with each other. This method of decoration has a lot of advantages, it allows you to make the room more voluminous, hide flaws in area or lighting, and also gives the interior individuality.

Matchmaking rules

When choosing companion wallpaper, one rule should be followed. At first glance, two different types of wallpaper should tie something together so that they look like one whole in the picture of the room. It can be texture, color scheme or pattern. It is also preferable to choose the material of companions of the same thickness and manufacturer; in hardware stores, different variations of combining wallpaper on the same stand are often exhibited, this greatly simplifies the task.

One color scheme - different pattern or texture

It is not necessary to select identical colors; close shades, of the same color, but of a different tone can bind different types of companion canvases. For example, one canvas of a solid purple color with a relief texture, another with a smooth surface and a three-dimensional pattern in the form of purple flowers on a light background.

On the picture the decoration of the walls in the bedroom is made in the same color scheme with non-woven companion wallpaper. Coatings differ in pattern and texture.

This method of combining companion wallpaper will add volume to the room and make it visually larger.

Same texture - different pattern or color

Companions can combine wallpaper with a common texture, a pronounced relief will be noticeable in any color scheme. The color selection can be contrasting, such as black and white, or a softer combination.

On the picture spacious studio apartment. Decorating with companion wallpaper with different patterns visually divides the space into zones.

The same texture of the wallpaper of the companions will imperceptibly combine a different pattern, even on completely different images the same relief will be visible.

Same pattern - different texture or color

The overall pattern will combine the two canvases of the companion wallpaper. The image can be the same, while having a different size, for example, on one surface there is a pattern with large monograms, on the other they are the same, but of a smaller size.

On the picture children's room for a girl. Companion wallpapers have different colors, but are united by theme. Castles are depicted on both walls.

The same pattern can combine completely different colors and textures, companion wallpapers can be smooth and embossed, contrasting and calm combinations.

Different colors, texture and pattern

The most difficult option for decoration will be a combination of completely different types of companion wallpaper, with different textures, colors and patterns.This way of companion wallpaper should be selected with care, otherwise you can get a tasteless interior.

The main rule is that even completely different surfaces should be in harmony with each other. The colors can be different, but at the same time they can be combined, for example, be pastel shades. The drawing should not be similar, but have a general theme, such as a vegetable one.

Examples of combination in the interior of rooms

For the hall (living room)

The living room has more interior design options than other areas of the house. Unlike a bedroom or kitchen, in the hall it will be appropriate to combine wallpaper companions of bright colors and three-dimensional patterns that can be united by a common theme.

With companion wallpaper, you can highlight an area, for example, a seating area by the couch and armchairs or a cozy place for reading. In addition, wallpaper companions will be a good interior solution for the living room combined with the kitchen, this finishing method will help to designate the zones, visually dividing them.

For bedroom

Companion wallpaper is a common design solution for the bedroom. In this way, finishing can be used to designate a sleeping or lounge area, as well as visually increase the space.

On the picture bedroom in a nautical style. Wallpaper companions, like other items, have a pattern with a common theme.

You can decorate the wall above the head of the bed with bright contrasting wallpaper companions, thereby highlighting and decorating it.

For kitchen

Wallpaper companions will help to divide the kitchen into a work area and a dining area.

The entire wall of the dining area can be decorated with bright wallpaper, or only a part directly above the dining table. The wall above the work area can also be accent. The wallpaper should be protected with transparent glass over the cooking area.

For the hallway

In Khrushchev and standard city apartments, the hallways do not differ in a large area, paired wallpaper companions will make this room more interesting and voluminous.

It would be more appropriate to use companion wallpaper with a light color palette, different patterns and textures will diversify a small space, and light colors will preserve the area.

For the nursery

Wallpaper companions is an excellent solution for a child's room, original combinations will make the nursery more interesting and fun. The boy's room can be decorated in a light blue tone, combined with yellow or white motifs.

Companion wallpapers of delicate colors are suitable for a girl: pink, lilac, yellow. For a child's toddler, it is better to choose a calm range; you can arrange a teenage room in bolder shades.

On the picture children's room for a girl in the attic. Decorated with companion wallpaper in a light palette with pink accents.

Color Matching Ideas

Beige

A calm universal tone is combined with a variety of colors. Beige is in harmony with bright and calm, warm and cold colors. It also works well as a background. The best combinations will be with wallpaper companions in white, blue, emerald, red, brown and black. Depending on the color choice of the partner, the companion wallpaper will look good in the interior of any room.

White

White tone is harmonious with any color. The combination can be soft or contrasting, juicy or pastel colors. A combination of white and blue, red or black shades will look especially good. Also, the texture is clearly visible on a white background.

Gray

The gray color of the wallpaper is harmonious with clean and dusty shades. A cool and warm gray tone is suitable for interior decoration in a modern style. The combination with pink, purple will look soft and delicate. Wallpaper companions of blue, red and fuchsia is a more contrasting, but no less successful combination.

Green

The green tone of the companion wallpaper will work well with warm natural shades such as brown, gray, orange, cream, gold and black. Eco themes will make the interior warm and the atmosphere soothing.

Black and white

The combination of black and white already looks complete and complete, they complement each other. However, yellow, salad, orange and purple hues can be an excellent companion to black.

Purple

A beautiful purple color will be successfully combined with gray, lilac, olive and white. Purple is suitable for interior decoration in a modern style. A rich shade is best used as a secondary shade.

Brown

Warm chocolate shade harmonizes with blue, turquoise, green and pink. Juicy colors will stand out against a brown background. The combination with wallpaper companions of cream and beige shades is suitable for interior decoration in a classic style.

On the picture living room in loft style. The walls are finished with different types of companion wallpaper, some with imitation of brickwork, others with plaster.

Pink

The pink color can be a delicate pastel shade or a rich fuchsia color. The light version of pink is combined with turquoise, light blue, mint, white, gray, olive and brown. For the fuchsia tone, the company will be accompanied by wallpaper companions of mustard, gray, salad color.

Blue

Companion wallpapers of white, gray, pink and yellow colors go well with a delicate blue tint. From bright shades for combination, red, orange, brown are suitable. Depending on the partner color, the interior will be bright and rich or calm.

Golden

Golden accents will be adorned with companion wallpaper in turquoise, peach and gray. Gold looks spectacular with canvases companion of brown, red and black tones.

Yellow

Sunny yellow combines well with companions of a cold shade: blue, blue, gray, black and purple. Yellow will add sun to the interior of the room.

Lilac

The lilac shade can be combined with companion wallpapers in cream, light yellow, pink, light turquoise and black. The shade creates a delicate combination even with dark colors.

Turquoise

Refreshing turquoise is a good companion for browns, blacks, dark pinks, beige, white and yellow. Gold or silver elements will be a good addition.

Examples of design and pattern combinations

With flowers

The combination with a floral print is relevant for a classic, provence or modern interior. The combination can be with a monochromatic companion wallpaper or with coverings with a different pattern. The color scheme for companion wallpaper should be chosen based on the shade of the floral pattern, and its background.

The pattern of flowers is combined with even plain surfaces, textured or with striped wallpaper. A good finishing option would be to highlight the accent wall with companion wallpaper with flowers. For example, a three-dimensional image of roses over the head of the bed or sakura flowers over the sitting area in the living room.

On the picture bedroom in neoclassical style. The walls are decorated with companion wallpaper in a horizontal manner.

Strip

Striped companion wallpaper can be combined with other images, patterns or textured surfaces. In addition to aesthetic pleasure, the strip visually adjusts the space of the room, depending on its direction, the room seems wider or higher.

When combined with volumetric images, companion wallpaper with stripes should choose a calm color palette that will overlap with the color of the picture. In combination with textured or non-patterned wallpaper, you can choose a bolder shade. In this case, the companion wallpaper with a striped pattern will attract the main attention.

Under plaster

Plaster companion wallpaper draws attention due to its texture. The embossed surface looks harmoniously with almost any type of companion wallpaper, drawings and ornaments, stripes, as well as 3D images will be appropriate.

Plastering in the company with other companion wallpaper plays more a secondary role.

Designer Tips

There are a few tricks that can help keep the room design in balance and harmony.

• To make the design companion wallpaper look like a single picture, you should choose a material of the same thickness and price segment. This will make finishing work easier and will look neater. It is most convenient to choose companion wallpaper from one manufacturer.
• Consider color compatibility when choosing companion wallpaper. The combination can be soft or contrasting, but the colors should be combined with each other.
• The same goes for patterns. In the interior of one room, it is worth adhering to a single style and theme.
• When decorating the interior with a horizontal method, a larger pattern and a dark shade should be glued in the lower part, respectively, a small pattern and a light color in the upper part.

How to glue companion wallpaper?

Companion wallpaper is glued according to the same principle as others, with the exception of several factors.

• Before starting work, you need to decide on the location of the canvases.
• With a horizontal design of the strip, the companions can alternate through one, frame the wall along the edges, or have a different order. For this type of finish, it is important that the canvases are of equal thickness.
• Then you need to prepare the surface. To do this, you need to clean the wall from the old coating, plaster it and prime it.
• To simplify the work and hedge with a good result, it is necessary to make a markup on the first page. This will prevent the wallpaper from becoming "overwhelmed".
• Companion wallpaper strips are being prepared. They need to be cut and arranged in the correct order. The adhesive is applied in accordance with the requirements of the wallpaper material. The strips are glued end-to-end.

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Companion wallpaper is a great way to personalize your interior. There are many ways to decorate a room with different types of wallpaper, different in color, texture and pattern. Depending on the combination chosen, the interior will turn out to be gentle and calm, or bright with details from rich colors and patterns.