Classification of parquet by appearance
The most common and traditional option is individual dies from 3 to 10 cm wide. The ends of the planks are ground off, and their length can reach up to half a meter. The maximum thickness of the material is 1.5 cm. Performance characteristics, as well as appearance, completely depend on the type of wood. For block parquet on the wall, deciduous varieties are selected that do not have as many knots as coniferous varieties.
Parquet block on the wall Source proflooringtx.com
The panel version of the finishing material is produced in the form of tiles. But in essence, this is a set of several separate dies, which are located in different directions, alternating with each other. The front part of the shield is made of hardwood, and the back part is made of cheaper coniferous wood. The thickness of the slab does not exceed 8 millimeters.
Shield made from parquet elements on the wall Source eparket.com
The mosaic variety is not as well distributed as the previous species. But it has its merits. Its appearance is created from different elements that have their own color and shape. A certain selection creates a geometric pattern. And the outer side of the tile is covered with a protective film.
Wooden mosaic for parquet walls Source parketnayamozaika.ru
It should be said about the methods of processing the front part. In the first case, the wood is impregnated with oil, and it acquires the thinnest protective film. The surface is matte and tactile touches convey the entire texture of the material.
The second method is varnishing. In this case, the surface is covered with a reliable film that will withstand even slight deformation. The coating is smooth to the touch, but can be either matte or glossy.
The price of parquet depends on the processing method. But for the most part it varies due to the type of wood involved in the manufacture.
What kind of wood is used in production?
Wall parquet was specially developed for finishing internal partitions and ceilings. In essence, it is a regular lining, but with the difference that the wood for the dies is selected more carefully. But the installation method for the materials is the same.
Deciduous tree species are most often selected for the product, and the leader among them is linden. Its wood is highly wear-resistant and therefore easy to care for. It also contains a useful composition of the material in the form of beneficial essential oils.
Living room decorated with wall parquet Source design-homes.ru
But among the raw materials you can even find coniferous species. True, to get rid of excessive knots, you have to use special technologies. And also select the highest quality pine material. But in fact, the choice of wood is much wider and each has its own advantages.
Characteristics of raw materials used for the production of wall parquet:
- Oak has the best performance parameters. It is strong, durable and has a slightly cool undertone.
- Beech has a warmer color scheme. It also has good wear-resistant properties.
- Ash has a very original natural texture.
- Maple parquet darkens over time.
- Products made from walnut have a reddish tint, but have an expressive pattern.
- Freshly made cherry dies are slightly pinkish. But after a while they may darken.
- The differences between hornbeam are its low cost and light color.
- If you need moisture-resistant coatings, then choose bamboo and cork.
- Linden is durable and has beneficial properties for humans.
- Alder and aspen are also capable of creating a good indoor microclimate.
- The cheapest material is pine.
The main criteria for selection are the strength and durability of the material. Additional – the beauty of texture and color.
Living room with dark parquet walls Source artdecor-nn.ru
What determines the price of the material?
The cost of the finished material is affected by the wood used for manufacturing. The price of the base, in turn, depends on the size of the diameter of the logs, the species, and the cut. This is precisely what accounts for the differences in the cost of the finished board, despite the identical appearance. The most expensive is considered to be wall parquet made from linden, followed by material made from alder and pine blocks close the top three.
In conclusion, it is worth noting that wall parquet is a thoughtful solution for finishing both residential and industrial premises. Plates with a relief pattern and color allow you to effectively emphasize the naturalness of the interior, set the right accents, and achieve the creation of a harmonious atmosphere.
Thanks to the combination of floor and wall parquet with other materials, you can get original room design options
Advantages and disadvantages
Wood is a type of material that creates an atmosphere of comfort and peace in a room. This is facilitated by the naturalness of the raw materials from which the wall parquet is made. Thanks to it, the walls acquire a respectable and expensive look.
In addition, there are purely practical advantages:
- The material is convenient for covering walls of any shape and size.
- The dimensions of the dies allow you to comfortably work with slopes, niches and even flights of stairs.
- The dimensional grid of the parquet is designed so that there is either no waste at all or minimal.
- Convenient installation using tongue-and-groove technology.
- The design features open up wide possibilities for creativity. By combining wood types by texture and color, you can create ornaments and patterns on the wall.
- Suitable not only for interior cladding, but also for decorating outdoor surfaces.
- There is no internal stress in the dies and therefore they do not deform over time.
- Thanks to wall parquet, the insulation parameters of the room are increased.
But there are a couple of disadvantages to consider. Arranging a frame on the wall for mounting the material will steal some useful space in the room. And one of the properties of parquet is to reflect sound, making it undesirable for bedrooms and children's rooms. But in the living room, a minus can easily be turned into a plus if you equip it with a home theater.
Wall in the living room lined with parquet Source fastbox.su
Advantages of finishing a bedroom with laminate
Some advantages of this material can be highlighted:
- durability. It is durable and wear-resistant, not susceptible to mechanical stress;
- environmental friendliness. Does not emit harmful substances that affect the human body;
- hygiene. Mold and mildew do not appear on the surface of the laminate;
- ease of care. To care for it, just use a damp cloth;
- soundproof. It is recommended to install laminate in apartments with thin walls, which will increase their soundproofing properties;
- ease of installation. Repairs can be made without resorting to the services of specialists;
- wide price range. The stores offer options of varying prices - from fairly cheap to expensive, which depends on the strength class of the laminate;
- huge selection of colors and textures.
The buyer can choose from samples of various colors and patterns (wood, stone, brick), which allows the use of various stylistic trends in the bedroom interior: classic (slats in natural wood shades), country (imitation of natural wood, lining), Provence (laminate in pastel colors ), in the Art Nouveau style (bright colored panels, varnished).
The possibility of zoning the room is important. By finishing part of the room with laminate, you can achieve the effect of dividing the space into zones without walls. This finishing option is suitable for studio apartments or bedrooms combined with a living room or study.
All these positive properties of laminate allow it to be used in a residential area, including the bedroom, children's room, and living room.
Vertical laminate visually increases the height of the bedroom
Tips for choosing
Since the load on wall parquet is not the same as on floor parquet, you should not look for particularly durable material. And it is better to pay all attention to the packaging of the goods. If it is broken, then the dies could be exposed to high humidity. And if the transportation conditions were not met, the packaging could fall.
Possible deformations and increases in size due to exposure to moisture may make installation difficult. And with critical damage it will simply be impossible.
Parquet mosaic on the wall in the living room Source otdelka-rykami.ru
Otherwise, the whole choice comes down to a visual inspection. In this case, the texture of the material, its parameters and shades are assessed. And for the installation to go smoothly, and for the parquet to always look like new, you need to use one trick. Before lining, it is necessary to let the material lie in the room for several days to undergo adaptation.
The compatibility of a white floor with another color in the interior
White and white – boring or beautiful?
More often, white floors are adjacent to the same white walls, although contrasting combinations look no less advantageous, but in this case, only some walls need to be given a rich color.
Is it practical to use white doors and white floors in the interior? Some people look askance at this combination, consider it impractical and inappropriate, since these surfaces will quickly become dirty, and in the absence of regular cleaning, they will begin to look downright sloppy. However, looking at the photo, you can see that this combination is very airy, complementing each other, especially if you complement it with glossy, glass and chrome surfaces.
White floor and white doors (photo):
White with color - bright accents
White color provides unlimited possibilities for choosing different interior designs. Thanks to its versatility, it goes well with any colors: brown, black, bronze, blue, green, pink. You can imagine: the ceiling is white, the floor is white, and between them is a black or bright red sofa. This will create such an expressive contrast and add style to the interior. Of course, other interior items should be in harmony with white surfaces.
Do you like white floors in the interior? Would you like to make a white floor in one of the rooms or have you already decided on it? Share your opinion in the comments.
Installation
If there is no special preparation for installing wall parquet, then this is not a problem. Because laying it on a vertical surface is even much simpler than tiling the floor. After all, there is no need to adjust, putty, or even scrape. And these are the most labor-intensive operations that require professional tools.
Thanks to the bevels on the front part, you are not afraid of minor unevenness during installation. They will make them invisible. And the “tenon-to-groove” technology will greatly facilitate and speed up all the work.
The entire installation process boils down to the following:
- The sheathing is made from slats. If the wall parquet is positioned vertically, then the grating starts from the ceiling. When horizontal or diagonal laying is planned, the beginning is laid from any angle. The batten is placed against the wall in increments of 40 cm.
- It is necessary to select in advance the elements for joining with each other. This is necessary because each die or slab has its own texture and shade. Therefore, they are first laid out in the order in which they will be mounted.
- You can attach parquet to walls simply with nails or self-tapping screws. But it’s better to use clamps. Special fasteners are first inserted into the groove of the element, and only then nailed to the grille.
- The first row is placed from below using a building level.
- Going through corners, window and door openings, the excess on the element is trimmed. The leftovers can be used to start the next row.
Thanks to hidden fasteners, the surface is clean and tidy. The joints are sewn up with special platbands. And if defects are found in the form of cracks and chips, they are treated with putty and subsequent sanding.
Wall decoration with parquet blocks Source rdstroy.by
And a few words about care. It is carried out only with the help of specialized means.
