Choosing the Right Wallpaper for Your Office

When decorating a home, you have some degree of freedom. If you’ll be reselling in the future, you may be more cautious about wallpaper patterns but overall, your home is your space to play with.

On the other hand, decorating an office can be more restricting. You must consider how the atmosphere will feel to your employees and clients, as well as accurately represent your brand. This will vary depending on your industry, but most businesses want to be seen as professional.

What should you consider before putting up new wallpaper in your office building?

Why Choose Wallpaper?

You may be wondering why a business owner would choose wallpaper over paint. First off, wallpaper tends to last longer – often 15 years or more. Also, there are more patterns, textures and colors to choose from. Modern wallpaper is made from easy-to-clean material as well, so you don’t have to worry about bringing out the soapy water and sponge.

What Should You Avoid?

More choices can come with more challenges. With paint, a business owner can simply avoid harsh colors and be safe with their decision. When it comes to wallpaper, you must consider how color, pattern and texture impact your existing décor and the space altogether.

As mentioned, most offices want to look professional to their current and potential clientele. However, a modern company may want to go beyond “simple.” For example, if you run a creative ad agency, bright colors could work for your walls. Yet, it’s important to still be cautious of how your appearance is perceived. Keep the following tips in mind:

Think About Patterns

They may look cool, but overwhelming patterns could be off-putting to your more traditional clients. If you do choose patterned wallpaper, avoid hanging a different design every wall. You won’t want your customers or employees falling victim to sensory overload!

Choose a Featured Wall

Choosing one wall to “go bold” with is a unique option for many companies. If you’re worried about patterned wallpaper being negatively perceived by your clientele, feature it on one wall and hang solid colored sheets on the other three to avoid conflicting designs.

Textured Over Flat Wallpaper

Another way to keep the look of your office unique, but not too daring is to choose textured wallpaper over traditional flat sheets. Texture will add intrigue and depth to your spaces, making rooms appear larger than they are.

Keep Depth in Mind

On the subject of room size, the wallpaper colors you select also have an impact on the illusion of extra space. Darker tones can make a small room look even more cramped, whereas stark white can make it appear too sterile, large and empty.

Commercial design projects require a lot of thought. Simplify the process by talking to a professional in the industry for expert advice. Considering new wallpaper for your office? Contact our team at M. Brett Painting Co. today!