Cement Brick Wallpaper – Looks Like Real Exposed Brick
Do you like the rugged look of exposed brick walls? Even if you live in a newer home, you may be able to replicate this vintage look with cement brick wallpaper…
What Makes this Concrete Wall Mural Look So Real?
As you can see, this stone wall has a very non-uniform look. In addition, the photographic image makes the wall look very realistic.
You probably want to touch the wall itself to feel the texture to see if it’s real. Or (like many people do), you assume it’s real concrete brick when you walk into the room.
The wallpaper has that grainy stone-like texture and shadowing that give it a life-like 3D effect. Plus, if your walls have a slight texture to them already, this will simply add to the brick texture you want. =)
Note: I like this specific concrete brick wall mural because it has an irregular layout. Compared to other brick wallpapers, this one looks more unique and real.
How to Use Concrete Brick Wallpaper in Your Home:
The grey and white coloring works well as a backdrop for furniture and other home decor. In other words, it doesn’t have lots of colors that may overwhelm an already busy room.
Alternatively, you can put a stacked stone decal underneath a kitchen island or around a mirror in a bathroom. You don’t need to cover an entire wall to transform a room and achieve an impressive effect. Wallpaper works really well for creating a smaller “feature wall”.
Unlike other types of wall murals, brick or concrete block rarely goes out of style. Plus, it has that natural look and neutral color that lend well to a variety of different decor trends.
You could also use this interior design strategy using paint that looks like concrete. It may take longer to apply, but you can customize the color and texture of your finished wall.
Note:This wallpaper is not peel and stick, nor does it come pre-pasted. Therefore, you’ll need to purchase paste separately and apply it yourself.
That said, you can find wallpaper paste that makes application easier. Plus, you can end up spending less money overall. (See our recommendations below.)
What Wallpaper Paste to Use:
Zinsser makes a “Suregrip” wallpaper paste that has a strong wet tack and exceptional slip. In other words, it holds well while making it easy to move the mural as you position it.
A $12 quart container can cover up to 280 square feet (the equivalent of an 8-foot tall wall that’s 35 feet in length). Therefore, you can use a single bucket to hang wallpaper on multiple walls.
In addition, you’ll want to get a paint roller or a paste brush to apply the adhesive. These cheap tools speeds up the application process and makes your DIY project less messy. Not to mention, you don’t have to deal with dust or crumbling concrete while creating your stone wall facade.
