Wall Treatments

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•_{Exterior treatments are:}

_{wood, aluminum, vinyl, and}

fiberglass siding.

Exterior and interior treatments

are:

•_{wood shingles, decorative}

masonry, stucco, plaster, and paint.

Interior treatments are:

•_{fabric, wallpaper, paneling, tile,}

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Stucco is a finish coat that

provides the texture and

character of a wall.

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The finish coat:

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 Paint is the most popular wall

treatment.

 Two categories of paints are:

•_latex _{(water based)} •_{alkyd (oil based)}

 Paints come in matte (dull), gloss

(shiny), and textured finishes.

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 Using an uncommon paint color for a

room can create a unique look.

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Wallpaper:

•

_{is economical and practical for}

almost any room.

•

_{is available in many colors,}

patterns, and textures.

•

_{may have a prepasted or}

self-adhesive back.

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Walls of velvet

complement

the black

desk, red

draperies, and

stylish

accessories.

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 Wood paneling and boards are

available in a wide range of colors, grains, and species.

 Few materials rival the beauty of

wood.

 Modern paneling is very wear

resistant, easy to clean, and colorful.

 Rough-sawn and brush-textured

panels are popular.

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 Paneling:

•_{is practical for repairing a damaged}

wall or building a new partition.

•_{is economical.}

•_{can be installed by the homeowner.}  Insulation can be added to a wall that

will be paneled by using furring strips.

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 A clear,

protective finish has been applied to emphasize the natural beauty of the redwood.

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Ceramic tile:

•

_{is an attractive, durable, and}

easily-cleaned wall covering.

•

_{is available in many colors, shapes,}

and designs.

•

_{is relatively expensive, but very}

long-lasting and maintenance free.

•

_{has wide appeal for bathrooms,}

kitchens, and other high-use areas.

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 This tile is a

practical, moisture resistant,

easily cleaned wall covering for bathrooms.

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Walls account for more space

than any other element in a

home.

•

Selection of wall treatments

deserves special consideration.

•

The type of treatments used

should vary according to the

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Wall treatments should

coordinate with the function

of a room in terms of:

• _{formality level}

• _{amount of visual interest}

• _texture

• _{light-absorbency level}

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 Wainscoting plays a major role in creating

the formal decor in this entryway.

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Random wallpaper patterns or graphic designs can appear less formal.

In terms of visual interest, a wall is: •_{an active wall, if it suggests}

movement and attracts attention.

•_{a passive wall, if used as a}

background element without attracting attention.

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 Passive walls are more appropriate

for bedrooms.

 The use of design, texture, or color

can attract attention.

•_{Off-white wall treatments and}

wallpaper with fine prints produce a passive wall.

•_{Bright painting or boldly patterned} treatments produce an active wall.

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•_{The attractive}

Mediterranean scene draws

attention and makes this an active wall.

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 Formal walls are usually smooth while

informal walls may be textured.

 Reflective room treatments work better

in artificially lighted rooms.

 Absorbent wall treatments are ideal for

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 The flat white paint on these walls add to

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• Color and patterns affect wall scale in

the following ways:

•_{A tall wall appears lower if the ceiling}

color is extended to the molding on the wall.

•_{Vertical stripes make a wall seem taller.} •_{Mirrors create an illusion of more}

space.

•_{Scenes in perspective also create more}

space by leading the eye beyond the wall.

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 The forest scene in this mural creates the

illusion of space beyond the bedroom’s walls.

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