Decorating Spotlight: Faux Bois Wallpaper

By Simone Design Blog @HomeSpire

Interior design trends are becoming more casual and natural. As a case in point, there’s a type of wallpaper that’s appearing more and more in home decorating; it’s called faux bois, which is French for “false wood”.  Have you ever noticed, when looking at the walls of certain restaurants and hotels, that you sometimes can’t tell the difference between paint and wallpaper? You have to touch the wall to realize that it’s not real. Well, faux bois wallpaper print uses a variety of techniques to provide textures that make it appear like wood. This wallpaper has seen an increasing growth in popularity because homeowners want to incorporate both natural and organic elements in their home design. Faux bois is a terrific way to make your space look organic, whether you have rustic or contemporary decor. Using faux bois wallpaper in your home is much more cost efficient than installing real wood paneling. For wallpaper, faux bois looks very realistic; it’s not until you touch it that you realize it’s not wood! Wallpaper can take on many different appearances and finishes, such tile and leather. It’s an easy way to add texture and warmth to any room in your home. And later, if you want to remodel, wallpaper is easy to change.

There are a wealth of colors and textures available to choose from, and you’ll easily find one to go well with your existing decor or new home project.

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This room makes you feel like you’re sitting outside amongst some trees.

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The blue color scheme in this bedroom is so serene and welcoming!

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Can you believe that this is wallpaper?!! It looks so realistic.

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I love the earthiness of this room.

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This kitchen looks very rustic with the faux bois wallpaper. I love the way it’s made to look distressed.

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Here is a more contemporary kitchen. Very nice!

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Autumn is a perfect time of year to decorate our homes with a little inspiration from the outdoors, which has rich, warm colors and textures. If you’re redecorating for the holidays, why not consider using faux bois wallpaper? As you can see, this type of wallpaper would be a beautiful enhancement to any room.

Simone