Established in 2012
Established in 2012
Wallpaper has been a popular choice for home decor for centuries, but in recent years, more and more people are becoming concerned about the environmental impact of their interior design choices. As a result, the question arises: is wallpaper sustainable?
The answer to this question is not straightforward, as it depends on several factors, including the materials used to make the wallpaper, the manufacturing process, and the end-of-life options for the product.
Many wallpaper manufacturers are now accommodating the need for sustainable, eco-friendly and non-toxic wallpapers. This increasing awareness is great news for our health and environment but how do you know which wallpapers are embracing sustainable methods and what those methods are.
True sustainable and eco-friendly wallpapers need to be recyclable and unfortunately most are not. It can also be difficult to determine if wallpapers are eco-friendly unless they are marked as such by the manufacturer.
Wallpaper printed with environmentally-friendly water-based inks not solvent-based inks. Water based, PVC-free printing inks do not contain environmentally-harmful substances, allergens or heavy metals.
Try using natural handmade materials such as grasscloth, cork and paperweave, which are renewable and biodegradable.
Notably Borastapeter, Wallquest and Masureel are brands we work with that have a firm take on their sustainability and environmental impact.
Wallquest papers are printed on paper from renewable forests or recycled sources. They use water-based inks. Wallquest takes an environmentally friendly approach toward wallpaper production. Our wallpaper collections are printed on paper from well-managed, renewable forests or recycled sources, using water-based inks. No excess ink or waste water is released into the public water system during the production process. All residual water and ink is thoroughly filtered by a third-party firm before it is returned to the environment.
Borastapeter have an all-encompassing view of our environmental performance means they are committed to reducing their carbon footprint, complying with all relevant legislation and regulations and developing more ways to contribute to a greener and better world.
Masureel is dedicated to maintain the recognised level of quality and inventiveness while taking up the challenge to provide alternatives for PVC wallcoverings. No solvents are used, all printing pastes being water-based. Formaldehyde was banned completely. Waste water is treated in our installations and if possible, recycled.
While a fully degradable wallcovering is still behind the horizon, they are taking a step by step approach towards green innovation. Recent developments have proven the feasibility of using recycled materials for wallcovering and with the advent of bio-sourced chemicals, new opportunities are within reach.
It is also worth noting that the longevity of wallpaper can make it a more sustainable choice than painting walls, which may need to be repainted more frequently. High-quality wallpaper, that is installed well, can last for years or even decades if properly maintained, reducing the need for replacement.
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