Wallcoverings
More wallcoverings for every home, business & style!
Tired of staring at your blank white walls? Bring out your room’s character – and your unique personality – with wallcoverings in today’s most stylish colors, textures and patterns! Franey’s has the area’s largest selection of residential and commercial wallcoverings, with hundreds of sample books and thousands of patterns to choose from. With options ranging from simple to sophisticated, natural to metallic, fabric to faux finishes, Franey’s is your single source for the wide world of wallcovering possibilities!
Here’s a sampling of the wallcovering options available at Franey’s…
- Fauz finishes - wallpapers are now available that duplicate the effects of painting techniques such as rag-rolling, sponging and marbling. The result? A realistic textured effect that is easy to achieve, and easy to remove for future redecorating.
- Metallic sheens - printed with iridescent inks that produce a metallic look, these wallpapers have a subtle shimmer that can add a sense of elegance or festivity to any room.
- Borders - with a border, you can add a touch of style and sophistication to any wall without committing to a complete wallpaper treatment – especially popular in kitchens and children’s rooms.
- Textures - bring an element of dimension to your room with a textured wallpaper, available in corks, burlap, grasscloths, raised inks – even the look of natural stone and brick!
Other characteristics to consider when selecting wallpaper include how well it cleans, resists stains, stands up to abrasion and retains color. “Stain resistant” wallpaper is designed to show no major change after stains are removed. A "scrubbable" wallpaper can withstand scrubbing with a brush and detergent solution, while a "washable" wallpaper is meant to withstand occasional sponging. "Abrasion resistant" wallpaper should withstand rubbing, scraping or scrubbing. A wallpaper’s "colorfastness" determines how well it resists fading and discoloration caused by exposure to light. All of these qualities should be labeled in the sample book or on the wallpaper label.
Why wallpaper?
With sophisticated paints, texturing techniques and other decorating options available, why choose wallpaper? Here are several reasons to consider…
- Wallpaper is versatile - like a fine wardrobe, wallpaper can help you make the most of your room’s strong points, mask its weaker features and create the custom-tailored look you desire, from light and bright to cozy and romantic!
- Wallpaper makes big changes quickly - no other decorating product lets you achieve so many color, design and texture effects as quickly as wallpaper, enabling you to change an entire room in just hours!
- Wallpaper is economical - considering its ease, effectiveness and lifespan (7 to 10 years) wallpaper is a bargain compared to other wall treatment options.
- Wallpaper is easy - it’s true, hanging wallpaper is fun and easy! Of course, if you’d rather leave it to a professional.
- Wallpaper highlights your hobbies - from golfing to flying, collecting dolls to cruising the seas, if you enjoy it, you can find a wallpaper depicting it. The perfect way to accentuate your favorite things!
- Wallpaper coordinates with your style - modern wallpaper designers have conveyed practically every popular fashion statement, from fresh urban looks to upscale modern motifs.
- Wallpaper adds value to your home - there’s nothing like wallpaper to cover flaws in a wall, protect a surface from marks and create an atmosphere of quality in a home. In fact, studies show that a tastefully decorated home can attain a 10-15% increase in property value!
How to select the right wallpaper for your room
First, determine the type of wallcovering best suited to the walls in the room. Smooth, shiny papers require smooth, walls, while textured coverings can be used on any type of wall (and are a great way to mask imperfections!).
Next, establish a theme for your room and decide what look or effect you want to achieve. If you will be keeping your existing furnishings, make sure your wallpaper complements the décor (classic, modern, French Country, etc.).
Choose your colors carefully, since everything in the room will revolve around the color palette you select…and you’ll have to live with them every day!
When choosing your wallpaper, bring samples of your carpet, furniture, draperies, pillows and other room features to help you explore the various color and style possibilities.
Don’t decide on a wallcovering until you’ve seen a sample of it in your home. Colors can vary dramatically in different lighting, and even patterns can look different between the store and your home. At Franey’s, you’re welcome to take our wallcovering books home with you to make your selection.
If you need help making your selection, a qualified Franey’s Design Consultant will be happy to help you. Just ask!