Congratulations! You are the proud owner of a lovely house. Whether you have just moved in or have been there for years, taking care of your house is an important priority. Surfaces must be maintained and kept clean to ensure years of future enjoyment.
Walls are one of those surfaces and come in varying shapes and sizes. Deciding how to finish those walls can be a daunting task. Let’s look at three main methods for finishing your wall surfaces and discuss their differences.
We’ll begin with paint. Paint is a wonderful invention. It comes in a variety of colours and finishes. If you want a glossy, bright red wall or a matte, light blue wall, you can have it with just a few coats of paint. Plus, if you prefer to change regularly, paint provides that option. Paint can be purchased in a variety of quantities depending on the size of the project. Paint does have its disadvantages. Before painting, you must properly repair all damaged walls to prevent further damage. In addition, painted walls can be scratched or chipped. This damage must also be fixed with paint.
A second option for finishing walls is wallpaper. Wallpaper is a very durable material that is known to last three times as long a paint. It is great for areas that see a lot of wear and tear. Wallpaper is great when you have imperfections in a wall and wish to hide them. In addition, it allows you to add patterns and multiple colours to your room without purchasing multiple products. Its very durability is one of the disadvantages of wallpaper. Once it is installed, wallpaper can be difficult to remove and thus changing the colour scheme of a room is not as easy as with paint. Peeling issues can also occur when using wallpaper in rooms that have high heat and moisture.
Our final option is plaster walls. This option may seem a bit old-fashioned, but it still has several advantages. Just like drywall, plastered walls can be painted allowing for multiple color choices and easy décor changes. However, plastered walls offer several features not found in drywall. First, you will find that plastered walls can absorb or dampen noise. Second, if you are looking for walls with unusual shapes such as curves, plastering provides the best material to achieve those shapes. Another benefit is that plaster is known to deter the spread of fire. Lastly, plaster is definitely much more durable than drywall. If you own a historical house, plaster can help to preserve the look and feel of its interior. One disadvantage of plaster is that it may crack over time.
All of these methods can be done by amateurs. That said, professionals generally do much better in providing the desired results. Call us today at 086 608 1817 or email us a info@painting-dublin.ie to discuss your project and to get a free quote.
