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All of us know what a narrow hallway looks like, many of us live with one and wish for more space and light. A narrow hall can be long or short, the ceiling might be high or low.

By using the right pattern or structure wallpapers, unfavourable layouts can be corrected to a degree, and the dull cave can be turned into an attractive passage area. Who knows - it might even be cosy enough to have a long chat with friends and neighbours... Our Guide Blog reveals which pattern and design wallpapers give your hallway the lift it needs and will provide valuable hints and tips as to its general design.

The first step: Analysis of your hallway

Grab a pen and a notebook and analyse your corridor the way an interior decorator would. Don't worry, you can do it! The following short check-list with important questions will help you:

What is the actual shape of the hallway? Is it a long "hose" shape? Or more like a short and narrow shape? Are the ceilings high or low? Are there any corners in your corridor? Measure the width (from wall to wall) and the ceiling. These measurements will come in handy later on.

This first analysis will doubtlessly provide you with various great ideas and inspire certain colour or pattern preferences. Don't forget to write these ideas down in your notebook. That way, you won't forget anything.

Even the narrowest of hallways is your private zone which you should design according to your personal wishes. This important space is like the calling card of your home and should represent and reflect your individual taste and personality. When designing the best solutions for a narrow hallway, there is no need to stick to specific norms or traditional concepts. The aim should be to find a pleasing combination of self-expression and some basic characteristics of colour and pattern design for small spaces. You can do it, we just know it.

Colour concepts realised with design wallpapers

A long narrow hallway needs light colours - that much is obvious. This basic principle is certainly not without merits, but it can be used in small doses. This is where the question regarding daylight in the hall or adjacent areas comes into play. If there are windows and light is coming into the hallway directly or indirectly, the pattern in the wallpaper can have slightly darker or more intense colours.

After all, the term "light colours" covers a multitude of hues. We are not referring to sterile white, however, as that can look cold and impersonal. Choose creamy or silvery hues of white, ivory, pastel yellow, a delicate rosé, pearl grey, baby blue, beige-brown or light purple - to name but a few of the suitable shades - when selecting the right design structure or pattern wallpaper. There are some exceptions to this rule, but more about that later.

Patterned wallpapers for hallways? Yes please!

Wood-chip, painted white or in other colours, or glass fibre wallpaper in the hallway is simply not good enough. What you need are striking patterns and these are by no means limited to printed motifs. Patterns are also created by exclusive material structures, embossing, special finishes and unique effects.

Motif patterns - what to watch out for in narrow hallways

You can find a plethora of motif pattern wallpapers in our exclusive online Wallpaper Shop. As you will learn when reading our category Hallway Wallpapers, there is an enormous pattern variety. There are flowers, geometric shapes, Baroque and Art Noveau styles, typographic or nostalgic patterns and life-like depictions of animals and objects as well as material imitations (stone, wood, ceramics, tiles). Many of these stunning patterned wallpapers are suitable for small corridors, just as long as a few rules are followed.

All walls of a narrow hallway can be adorned with a motif or pattern wallpaper, if the base and pattern colours are light or subtly shaded, or if the pattern colours provide a gentle contrast. Black and white is a great combination, but the type and scale of the pattern needs to be taken into consideration. Feature walls or areas provide a much greater freedom in terms of pattern choice.

Below is a list of the most suitable patterns and design options for small corridors.

Using motif/patterned wallpapers on all hallway walls

Small geometric patterns with triangular or diamond shapes are extremely attractive, as long as they are in the right colours. Some examples in our on-line Shop:Alice, Lenus, Pelias, Satis, Tamesis andTomoko.

Striped wallpapers are multi-taskers that can enliven a small narrow corridor, as long as the stripes are delicate lines and arranged vertically. They make the walls appear higher even if the ceiling is low. Special metallic or gloss-matt effects that play with the light provide an additional brightening effect. Material imitations in a wood look, for instance as vertical narrow planks or boards in white or cream hues create a very natural, rustic ambience. We have a number of striking striped wallpaper models in our Shop which will make a narrow hallway appear wider, e.g.Orthos, Mariza, Velda and Mareget.

Horizontal stripes make surfaces look wider (as we know from clothing!). Whether it is a long or a short hallway, you can visually change its layout with stripe wallpapers. In short corridors, wallpapers with a white background and colourful, narrow horizontal lines can be used to add some lightness to the ambience.

Flowery or damask patterns are not too suitable for narrow hallways as they can be somewhat overwhelming and claustrophobic. More delicate patterns and subtle colours are more appropriate. Generally speaking, light and pastel base and pattern colours with subtle contrast are preferable. If choosing baroque patterns, they should be unobtrusive and the silhouettes should only be accentuated by shimmer effects. Our models Aramas, Astoria, Leandra andPerun, and many more, are the perfect baroque wallpapers for large-scale wall treatments.

Here are some good examples of flowery wallpapers that will make your narrow corridor come to life without being overwhelming: Amitola, Lioba, Macha andWanda.

Stunning feature walls with motif and pattern wallpapers

Even the narrowest of hallways can be beautified with intense, bright, dazzling and unusual colours as well as extravagant pattern wallpapers, and the pattern size and type doesn't necessarily play a huge role when using it on just a feature wall. For instance, the area with the coat-hanger, perhaps a storage bench and a mirror can be adorned with just a few strips of wallpaper. On a feature wall, the colours can be fairly dark, too, but they should simply be a pleasing contract to the rest of the space. In terms of pattern motifs, there is no limit to your choice: baroque ornaments, leaves, petals, flowers, graphic elements, objects, animals. people and abstract images are all possible.

Another variation that is increasingly popular is putting up a patterned wallpaper on just one wall, whilst using a one-coloured type on the other walls (or just painting them). This method distracts the eye from the narrowness of the hallway and lends it more depth and structure. But some thought is required to make this concept a success. Should it be the left or the right wall of the hall? Don't rely on the principle of chance. The feature wall should not have a door and some daylight would be beneficial. A wall that goes around a corner or has some angles shouldn't present a problem.

Here are some wallpaper patterns and colours that are particularly suitable in terms of providing contrast:

Add some zing to your walls: Stunning material and effect structures

Wallpapers with unique surfaces characterised by specific materials or stunning structural processes and with light base colours are particularly appropriate for homogeneous wall design in hallways. The create a sense of gentle movement and do away with monotony in corridors. Structure or effect patterns, as they are also know, have a very haptic, 3D feel to them.

Nature wallpapers with surfaces made from grass, bamboo, natural paper or mica stones create bright hallway concepts with a wow factor. These structures provide a very subtle, gentle surprise effect and the light colours complement them beautifully. Find a large number of gorgeous examples in our Shop, for instance: Mystic Weave in pastel colour combinations, or the striking Paper Weave.

Due to their velvety soft structure, textile wallpapers lend warmth to a room; in addition, they actually have some insulating properties. Their surfaces consist of synthetic or natural fibres which are applied to the backing paper as a type of mesh or as longitudinal warp threads. Narrow corridors, which by their very nature tend to be cooler and darker than the rest of the home, benefit greatly from these single-coloured structure wallpapers. With their light natural colours and the textile structure, they are the perfect fit for many different interior design ideas. Longitudinal warp threads with tiny glittering metal fibres create a fine stripe pattern which plays with the light.

Many flock wallpaper models with their typical high-low structure can be used for feature walls or for the entire hallway.

Crush wallpapers are characterised by their ingenuous crease and crinkle structures which are created via special manufacturing processes. Natural tree branch or twig structures, enchanting gossamer or avant-garde folds are true eye-catchers and a welcome distraction from straight lines. Metal-look and striking accents in the shape of shimmering crinkles exude sheer opulence and elegance. We offer a huge number of light colour combinations perfect for narrow corridors.

Leather-look wallpapers with leather imitation surfaces or a detailed croc pattern in a light cream-beige lend an air of exotic luxury to the hallway and can be used for all walls.

Effect foil wallpapers with iridescent colours, stunning reflections, hologram or three-dimensional effects are extremely well suited for the ceiling of a narrow corridor. Darker colours are best used on high ceilings, whereas lighter hues are better for low ceilings. The walls should be kept in a neutral fashion. But effect foil wallpapers are also the perfect solution for feature areas or walls in a narrow hallway. The impact that effect foil wall treatments have is largely dependent on the light and the viewing angle. This should be considered when choosing the right pattern.

Glass bead wallpapers provide pure glamour for your hallway; the glittering and sparkling beads are used to create a pattern or to frame it. A fabulous play with the light that can make narrow halls look bigger. Warm colours should have preference, patterns should be small rather than large-scale. Geometric shapes, stripes and delicate elements are most suitable. Find the perfect model in our Wallpaper Shop, e.g.Artemis,Christella, Merkur, Persephone, Xander orYamuna.

Cleaning characteristics for hallway wallpapers

As the hall is a an area that every person who lives in the house passes through, it is by its very nature prone to attract dirt and damage. Of course it always depends on individual circumstances - do you have children? Dogs? Are you a keen rambler? (etc...) Many pattern and structure/effect wallpapers are washable and can be cleaned with a damp cloth. But that doesn't mean that wallpapers that are not washable cannot be used in hallways. At the end, what counts are your own personal taste, style preferences and (with non-washable wallpapers) the potential presence of dirt and risk of damages, i.e. the specific use of the hallway.

Additional tips to make a narrow corridor look larger

In addition to applying design pattern wallpaper to walls and ceilings, there are a few other factors that will make a narrow hall looks larger and make it feel cosier:

20 statement wallpapers for a hall |

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Hallway wallpaper ideas are perfect for making a big first impression. When used just beyond the entryway, they are one of the first design decisions guests will encounter when they walk through the door, so make them count. 

Including wallpaper among your hallway ideas not only helps bring visual interest to transient spaces, they are also a vehicle for showcasing your personality. Occupying only a small part of your home and one that is used for short periods of time, hallways are also the perfect location for those big patterns that might feel overwhelming elsewhere – so think big with wallpaper ideas in these spaces. 

Hallway wallpaper ideas

From entrance halls festooned with florals to clever optical illusions that will make compact corridors feel bigger, we’ve put together some stunning hallway wallpaper ideas inspiration and asked the experts to share their top tips.

1. Keep it light and bright 

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By their very nature, hallways have the unfortunate habit of coming over a tad dark and pokey. If you’re plotting a wallpaper to go with your narrow hallway ideas, keep things light and bright to keep the space feeling as large and airy as possible. In this hallway with a staircase, a pale, faintly patterned blue and white wallpaper is used with white painted woodwork to allow the beautiful dark wooden staircase to really stand out without darkening the whole space.  

2. Horizontal lines will make a hallway feel longer 

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Bringing large scale pattern into a space comes with the opportunity to play a mind trick or two. For small hallway ideas, consider a pattern or texture that will create an optical illusion, making the space feel bigger. Horizontal lines will make a compact space feel longer, drawing the eye down the corridor. These don’t need to be garish or too obvious either – pick a trending grasscloth like in this example to subtly elongate your hallway. 

3. Embrace nature

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If you love to have a big bunch of flowers greeting guests among your entry table decor ideas, take it one step further and allow nature to wind its way across your walls. 

‘What better way to welcome the family home or offer an enticing entrance to guests by extending nature into your home through a floral wall covering in the hallway,’ says Lizzie Deshayes, Co-Founder and Design Director at Fromental . ‘The exuberance and optimism of nature in full bloom lifts the spirits and floral wallpaper adds depth and colour to a sometimes-overlooked space.’ 

For more natural inspiration, view our collection of green hallway ideas.

4. Pair with colorful paintwork

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Don’t forget about those hallway paint ideas just yet – just because you’re not painting a wall, it doesn’t mean you won’t need them. Contrast can be used effectively to really highlight a hallway wallpaper.

What makes this wallpaper really stand out in this example is the vibrant yellow picked from the wallpaper's motif, and used it on the surrounding trim, great for yellow hallway ideas.

5. Stay in touch with period features 

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If you’re blessed with a historic home crammed with period features, use your wallpaper to make the most of it. Choose some of your favorite aspects – be it a standout piece of hallway lighting like a chandelier, or a moulded plaster border – and look for wallpapers that accentuate patterns in them. In this beautiful hall space, the pointed arch of the Gothic revival door is mirrored in the pattern of the wallpaper. 

6. Go big, bold and beautiful 

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Your hallway might be small, but there’s no reason why it can’t be mighty. Hallways are actually an excellent home for exuberant, maximalist wallpapers – perfectly placed to make an impact on entrance, but not so big that the pattern eventually overwhelms, great for red hallway ideas.

‘A hallway quite often has very little else in it so wallpaper is a way to add interest and bring in color and pattern – in my view the bigger and bolder the better,’ says Beckett. In this hallway, a vibrant floral wallpaper bursts through the open doors, framed and accentuated from this angle by the white paint in the room beyond. 

7. Make use of your dado rail 

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If you’re just about to rip out what you think is an outdated dado rail, hold on a minute. Yes, they are largely defunct in protecting walls from chair backs, but they are still pretty useful in adding visual proportion to a room – exactly what you may need in an awkward hallway. 

To make a feature of it, use wallpaper either exclusively below or preferably above the dado rail to create vertical layering. Get your hallway carpet ideas in on the act pattern act too, and use the lower half of the wall for a visual rest. 

8. Stamp your personality onto the space

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Wallpaper is a great way to stamp your personality all over the room – and with so many patterns, textures and prints available across countless styles, it’s possible to make it as unique as you are. Florals aren’t for everyone, so choose a pattern that communicates your style, from graphic prints to quirky illustrations. In this hallway, a wallpaper bedecked with knotted rope communicates a love of the sea, and a beachy vibe. 

9. Travel to another world with a mural

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In their very essence, hallways are areas of the home that people travel through – so why not take them somewhere amazing? A corridor’s elongated nature makes it a great canvas for mural wallpapers, allowing the full picture to play out uninterrupted. In this grand hallway, a painted, magical landscape featuring fruit trees, rolling hills, giant lizards and dancing unicorns. The addition of a seat by the entry table creates a spot for guests to sit and admire. 

10. Don’t forget the ceiling

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Wallpaper isn’t just for walls. Get creative and turn your nook of a hallway into an exciting design moment by embracing ceiling wallpaper ideas. In this example, a grey hallway space by the front door is turned into an atmospheric corner by the use of a storm-reminiscent pattern on the walls that hangs overhead too. The ceiling is given emphasis by the use of paneling on the lower half of the wall, nudging the visual interest upwards.  

11.  Take your staircase to the next level

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Many hallway spaces don’t include just one storey, but two. If you have staircase ideas to contend with too, consider how your wallpaper will travel upwards – and even make a feature out of it. In this example, wallpaper is used not on the wall that travels along the side of the staircase, but at the far end. When viewed singularly, the silver birch patterned paper makes the space on each level feel taller – and when viewed altogether the spaces appear to connect and give the impression of a forest growing up through the house. 

12. Be on trend with green 

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Being stuck inside for much of the last couple of years has made us want to bring the outdoors in – as such, green has become a hugely popular hue in interior design. It’s a great choice for modern hallway ideas, and for combining with more traditional, florally inspired wallpaper designs like the one used in this example. To inject some fun and freshness, mix and match different tones of green, including bright accents.

13. Make a lasting impression with a monochromatic scheme

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The accent wall is one of the most popular recent trends. It is a classic design device, which draws the eye to a specific area. Marrying the paint color of the walls with the wallpaper will ensure the contrast isn’t too harsh, so the scheme feels relaxing.

Striking, cool and confident, black and white is always a winning combination and will make a dramatic statement in a modern hallway. Create a perfect balance of the two neutrals, by using equal amounts of each.

14. Contrast colors in a small hallway

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Clever color combinations are very popular at the moment, perhaps as a counter-reaction to the many tonal greys from the past decade.

Decorate with a palette of blue and green in your small hallway ideas. This combination is often described as the modern monochrome, and it is easy to see why. Where once blue and green were never to be seen together, in fact, these hues sit particularly well together, so offer great scope for pattern mixing. See our blue hallway ideas for more inspiration.

'We all experience color differently from one another and each will have an energy that appeals. Work with your instincts, assert your whims, and look at the clothes in your wardrobe for color inspiration for your modern hallway,' advises interior designer, Andrea Maflin.

15. Introduce wood-effect wallpaper

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If you love the look of wall panelling, but don't want the commitment or upkeep, then look at wood-effect wallpaper instead. It's often used in architecture to create texture and interest, and here it's been added to create a character feel within a modern room that's limited on architectural detailing. The warmth of the wood used also makes a minimalist decorating scheme instantly more welcoming, too.

16. Bring the outdoors in with nature-inspired prints

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Marthe Armitage is truly special in the world of wallpaper. More artist than designer, she’s hand-blocked her botanical wallpapers on the same press since the 1950s. Paired with a painted bench, her Flora print brings the spirit of the summer garden inside.

Note the white background of this wallpaper design – it will bounce lots of light around a small hallway, making it feel as large as possible.

17. Define your hall with bold wallpaper

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The transient nature of hallways make them a great place to go bold with your wallpaper ideas. Any space where you spend limited amounts of time means you are less likely to get tired of your color or pattern decisions, so be brave and experiment with wallpaper trends.

For hallway ideas with dramatic impact, go for large scale repeats. Alternatively, murals are having a moment with wallcoverings right now, and halls are the best place for these. Many murals are also available as traditional, super-scaled up wallpapers, too – perfect if you want to cover the whole stretch of a hallway.

18. Go big with oversized florals

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Florals are big news for 2022 interiors and can be adapted to suit any space, even if you have a small or are looking for narrow hallway ideas. These new season designs have upped the style stakes and make it easy to work beautiful flowers into your décor.

Start off by thinking about color. The palette you choose will guide your decisions when it comes to choosing floral designs and will act as the basis for pulling your scheme together. 

19. Play with pattern and color in a narrow hallway

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A hallway landing is often overlooked as a vehicle for adding texture and color, and is often just thought of as a dead space, but it can become a welcoming focal point and add intrigue to your home. 

Most abstract paper won’t look out of place, especially if used with a heady collection of other designs. This geometric design excites and adds interest to the hall like no other. For a more focused design, pick out one color from your chosen paper and use it on doors and woodwork.

20. Go for dark and dramatic florals

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If your modern hallway is flooded with natural light you can afford to use a wallpaper with a more dramatic, darker color scheme. This scheme celebrates the resurgence of rich, bold prints by showing them off in a neutral, pared-back setting for an easy-to-live-with look.  Used in a hallway, this joyful wallpaper is the perfect choice for creating an eye-catching first impression. 

What kind of wallpaper is best for a hallway? 

Choosing the best wallpaper for a hallway is really down to what kind of hallway you have. If you have a small hallway, consider using horizontally striped wallpaper to elongate the space by drawing the eye to the end of the passage. Similarly, if you have low ceilings, a pattern with vertical linear direction will help the space feel taller, while light colors will stop the space feeling dark and pokey. 

If you’re not too worried about making the most of a compact space, then the best wallpaper is one that shows off your personality. With an entrance hallway, this wallpaper will be the first design choice any guests see when they enter your home, so make sure it’s one that communicates your style effortlessly.  

‘A hallway or corridor is an ideal environment for decorating with wallpapers,’ says Sarah Macgregor, Design Director for Colefax & Fowler and Jane Churchill . ‘First impressions are important and it is possible to make a welcoming impact with either a handcrafted small scale block print or the warm inviting texture of grasscloth.’ 

'Don't choose wallpaper in isolation when decorating. I'm a great believer in getting the whole scheme in your hand before you shop. Consider it all simultaneously, advises Martin Waller, founder of Andrew Martin .

'And just because a wall is papered doesn't mean you can't hang art over it. Kit Kemp , who we collaborated with for her eponymous collection, demonstrates this exuberantly in her schemes. Wallpaper and art combine to add such interesting layers to a hallway.'

Should I wallpaper a narrow hallway? 

Although wallpapering a narrow hallway might seem like a recipe for sensory overload, it is perfectly possible to make it work. Narrow spaces are more likely to collect shadows, so try to keep the space feeling as open and airy as possible with light colored wallpapers. If you’re still worried about the use of pattern feeling overwhelming, consider only using wallpaper on one side of the hallway, and paint the other side, ideally in a pale shade. 

What kind of wallpaper is best for a modern hallway?

To discover modern wallpaper that you will not only love, but will want to live with for years to come, spend time gathering samples from different suppliers. Try them out on your walls so you can test how each style works for you. If you are drawn to a particularly vivid or striking paper, think about using it in an entryway, where you can really make an impact. 

Looking to the past for inspiration can help you to achieve original interior styles. New printing techniques have made it easier than ever to create your own designs or choose specific colors and themes, so your wallpaper can be completely personal to you.

Like with paints, the look of wallpaper changes depending on the time of day and light available. Hallways typically have limited natural light available, so before committing, stick up a few A4 size sheets of your choice across the length of the hall. Check how the print and colors look throughout the day to ensure you like them as much at night time as you do with the morning light.

Ailis started out at British GQ, where a month of work experience turned into 18 months of working on all sorts of projects, writing about everything from motorsport to interiors, and helping to put together the GQ Food & Drink Awards. She then spent three years at the London Evening Standard, covering restaurants and bars. After a period of freelancing, writing about food, drink and homes for publications including Conde Nast Traveller, Luxury London and Departures, she started at Homes & Gardens as a Digital Writer, allowing her to fully indulge her love of good interior design. She is now a fully fledged food PR but still writes for Homes & Gardens as a contributing editor.

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Rules for organizing a small space

Before realizing the idea of ​​​​the most sophisticated and comfortable hallway, you should pay attention to the general rules for organizing a small room:

Ways to expand a narrow room

Small compact hallways can look more spacious if you use tricks that visually increase the space.

When choosing interior design options for a small hallway, as well as a Khrushchev hallway, you should abandon dark colors in the decoration. The option of dark wallpaper with large patterns will also be unsuccessful.

Large ornament sizes are acceptable if a narrow corridor and very high ceilings are combined in a small and narrow room - in this case, a large pattern can compensate for extra centimeters and make the room more neat and comfortable. nine0003

Low ceilings can be made visually taller by using darker wallpapers for the walls. Embossed wallpaper, textured wall coverings also contribute to the visual enlargement of a small room.

Which wallpaper should I choose?

For compact hallways and narrow corridors, strong, durable coatings are chosen, allowing you to keep the walls clean without much effort. The environmental friendliness of the material is of great importance. Small hallways, as a rule, are closed rooms with no windows, so the wallpaper must have good breathability and not emit substances harmful to human health. nine0003

When choosing wallpaper for the hallway, different material characteristics are taken into account:

In the photo, a small entrance hall and a corridor are decorated with combined wallpaper with a pattern and stripes. The alternation of blue and gold stripes creates a rhythmic pattern that expands the space.

Types of wallpaper

The most suitable for small hallways are paper, non-woven and bamboo wallpapers. Such rooms can also be finished with vinyl, textile and cork wallpaper.

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Vinyl Differ in density that allows to create ideally equal surfaces of walls. Vinyl wallpapers can have smooth, almost mirror-like surfaces and look spectacular in small hallways in both classic and modern styles. They serve up to twenty years, do not fade, retain an attractive appearance for a long time. nine0090
Paper Have an affordable price, at the same time they are environmentally friendly. Recently, two-layer paper wallpapers have been produced. This type of product has an additional layer that protects it from wear and damage.
Textile Also available in two layers. The basis of this finishing material is paper. The top layer consists of textile fibers. In addition to decorative functions, these wallpapers perform thermal insulation tasks.
Non-woven Non-woven coatings can have a vinyl layer, and also be the basis for subsequent painting of the walls in the desired colors. The advantages of non-woven fabric are strength, breathability and poor flammability.
Bamboo

Absolutely natural, made from vegetable raw materials without the use of harmful chemicals. They have a natural color, which can be different, depending on the country where the plant grows - milky white, golden, pistachio, a rich palette of shades of brown and red. Bamboo wallpaper can be used as a covering for the entire wall, as well as for the design of small hallways with a combination of different materials. nine0003

Color scheme

Wallpaper in light colors, a small amount of furniture and accessories is one of the basic principles of interior design of a small hallway.

Often wallpaper is used in combination with other materials - brick and stone, wood masonry panels, plastering with painting. A variety of shades and textures, patterns allows you to use them in the design of an accent wall, which, in turn, sets the tone and mood for the entire room. nine0003

The limited space of small compact hallways in Russian city apartments, especially in Khrushchev apartments, requires combining two tasks in wall design - visual enlargement of the room and originality. The first is achieved through the use of light colors, contrast, room zoning and other techniques.

The most popular color scheme in modern hallways is various shades of beige. Together with the classical style in the design of the entire room, this design leaves a pleasant impression - a feeling of peace, order, grandeur. The beige color looks noble, does not irritate, is combined with a solid natural texture of wooden furniture and doors in a small hallway. nine0003

Choice of style

Classic

To freshen up a tried-and-true classic and visually enlarge the space of a small hallway, wallpaper is combined with a white ceiling, as well as dividing the walls into sections decorated in different colors.

Minimalism

Noble classics, loved by most apartment owners, can compete with another no less popular style - minimalism. For small spaces, it is especially relevant. Wallpaper for a small hallway in the style of minimalism can be bright, plain or with a pronounced print, geometric and floral ornaments. nine0003

The room, decorated in a minimalist style, lacks furniture and interior items. A worthy role in giving the room an atmosphere is played by “clothes” for the walls.

The photo shows a small hallway in the style of minimalism. Laconism in the color scheme made it possible to add austerity to the atmosphere of the room, and the brown color of the wallpaper added volume.

Other styles can be used in the interior solution for small hallways.

Provence and Country

Provence is characterized by lightness, airiness, light, natural tones. Wallpaper in Provence style can have a floral ornament, as well as a texture close to natural materials - stone, wood.

In contrast to Provence, in country interiors you can see brutal accessories - a massive stool carved from wood or rugs of coarse weaving. Wallpaper in this style can have dark shades, to match the wood and stone from which village houses are built.

Hi-tech

Metallic reflection of surfaces, strict geometric shapes, new functional solutions in furniture and accessories are the distinctive features of this style. Wallpaper for a small hi-tech hallway can have a metallic color, as well as all kinds of "acid" tones in a stylish combination with classic, calm shades.

Scandinavian

It is characterized by restraint, minimalism, calm colors. The main color is white. Wallpaper for a small Scandinavian-style hallway can be white, light gray, as well as other, mostly pastel colors. nine0003

Drawings and designs

Each style of interior has its own wallpaper design – from small drawings to large patterns. Certain styles call for wallpaper with a texture that reflects the overall theme of the room.

When choosing wallpaper for a small hallway, the overall style of the room is taken into account. Wallpaper with a pronounced pattern style can be glued on one wall, thereby emphasizing the stylistic affiliation of the interior. nine0003

In the photo, wallpaper with a pattern in bright orange tones made the wall a full-fledged element of the interior, echoing in color with the rest of the details.

Combination

Wallpaper for a small hallway is chosen based on their ability to visually expand the space. Light wallpapers will not look faded if they are combined with various design elements, which can be in the form of additional colors in the design of walls, as well as interior items. nine0003

Combination with doors

Doors in the entrance hall match the chosen style of the entire interior. In the classic design, doors can be of natural wood color of various shades - from light beige to dark brown. In the interior of a small room in the style of Provence, Scandinavian, minimalism, the doors can be white, and pop art, hi-tech allow you to bring freshness and originality to the interior in the form of doors in bright, saturated colors. nine0003

Important: you need to paste wallpaper in the hallway after replacing the doors. If the work is done in reverse order, the wallpaper may be damaged during the installation of the doors.

Doors and wallpapers should not be of the same tone, otherwise the door will simply be lost against the general background. The exception is white doors in interiors, where the space is formed by additional elements in the design - pieces of furniture and accessories in expressive colors, colored sections of the walls. nine0003

The white door in the design of a small hallway does not match the wallpaper of deep, dark colors. The door in this case will look like an inappropriate light spot.

Door in light colors can be combined with light elements in the interior - vertical stripes of wallpaper, a wall opposite the door, framing of rectangular interior objects, such as paintings or photo frames. Doors will not get lost against the background of light walls if the coating has a color one shade lighter than the tone of the doors. nine0003

Dark doors go well with light-colored wallpaper with discreet patterns and geometric patterns.

Wall-paper for a small hallway visually enlarges the space: photo of the interior

How often can one hear dissatisfaction with a modest hallway. Some housewives are simply sure that in this case it is impossible to make the corridor comfortable and stylish. Well, let's try to prove the opposite. nine0003

Wallpaper is the perfect solution for wall decoration.

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Of course, a small hallway imposes a certain responsibility, it is important to carefully consider furniture options, color and composition of finishing materials. Even the drawing on the rug, and he must comply with certain rules! But it is not as difficult as it might seem at first glance. And now about everything in order. nine0003

They are available for any layout and interior style.

Color

The creative design of a small hallway is based on two fundamental rules: the color should be light, and the amount of furniture should be limited.

Nowadays, there are a great variety of materials for wall decoration for every taste and color.

The most popular color scheme for small corridors is beige. And it's justified. Such a gamma leaves an impression of peace, comfort and, at the same time, some grandeur. Beige shades look very noble and go well with interior elements: wooden furniture, entrance doors made of natural wood (or “wood-like”). nine0003

Modern manufacturers produce wallpaper in a variety of shades.

If you are a supporter of bright colors in all manifestations, including the decoration of the hallway, then you should be extremely careful and accurate. It is better to leave a few bright accents on the general pastel background, and not to make the whole hallway in "flashy" colors. For example, a bright shelf or bedside table looks spectacular against a background of beige or light brown wallpaper. Or, if you wish, hang a picture with a life-affirming story. nine0003

In a small hallway, many finishes will look good.

By the way, with the right combination, even black details have the right to exist in a small hallway, only they should be “diluted” with white (light) color.

Many owners are afraid to decorate the hallways with wallpaper that has a dark tone, considering it too gloomy and depressing.

Style

Oddly enough, for a small hallway, decoration in different styles is suitable. For example, if you are a supporter of the classics, modest square meters are not a reason to abandon your favorite trend in interior design. In this case, the most suitable solution would be a snow-white ceiling and walls decorated in different shades. To do this, the space is divided into sections and each is performed in its own scale. nine0003

To give freshness to the proven classics, as well as visually increase the area of ​​a small hallway, wallpaper is combined with painting the ceiling in white.

Minimalism is even more relevant than the classical trend. And for standard small apartments, this is perhaps the best choice. In this case, the wallpaper can be a little brighter, if desired, even with a print or ornament. Since a minimum of interior items and decorative elements is used in this direction, it is the wall decoration that plays the “leading party”. nine0003

Wallpaper for a small hallway in the style of minimalism can be bright, plain or with a pronounced print, geometric and floral ornaments.

The ideal solution is a contrasting wall design. For example, one is white and the other is brown. With such decoration in the style of minimalism, the room visually expands, and the absence of decorative details gives status and appropriate severity.

Laconism in the color scheme made it possible to give the atmosphere of the room austerity, and the brown color of the wallpaper added volume. nine0003

Hi-tech style in a small hallway requires a little more effort. In addition to laconic wallpaper, you need to pay attention to the location of the lamps. According to the designers, it is better to place them not on the ceiling, as in most cases, but along the perimeter of the hallway on the walls. The lamps themselves are selected based on your personal preferences, the main condition is the conciseness of the design.

Strict geometric shapes, new functional solutions in furniture and accessories are the distinctive features of this style. nine0003

In addition, high-tech is characterized by maximum functionality. In other words, so that the lamp can be rotated if desired, and the cabinet, even a small one, can contain everything you need and even more. The bedside table, in turn, would be used not only for its intended purpose, but as a comfortable pouffe. And all this in the kit has strict geometric shapes and in some places - a metallic sheen.

Wallpaper for a small hi-tech hallway can be metallic.

Country or Provence styles can easily withstand even floral wallpaper in a modest hallway. The difference between these two directions is more noticeable in interior items. For example, if Provence is more elegant and “subtle”, then country is truly brutal and rough. This is especially evident when choosing furniture. For example, light structures, whatnots or shelves are appropriate in Provence. But the country style “prefers” a mirror in a massive frame, a rough stool or chair, as well as a massive weave carpet. nine0003

Wallpaper in Provence style can have floral ornaments.

Wallpaper texture and pattern

Today's abundance of assortment allows you to choose the right option for any style, size of hallway, and, importantly, for any budget.

Each interior style has its own wallpaper design – from small patterns to large patterns.

Since the hallway is a place where a person enters from the street, in dirty shoes, with a wet umbrella or, after walking with a dog, with dirty paws, it is worth considering the resistance of the wall covering material to dirt or the possibility of cleaning it. nine0003

Certain styles require wallpaper with a texture that reflects the general theme of the room.

Paper wallpapers - the most budgetary, but at the same time the most short-lived. Unfortunately, they cannot be washed, and any contamination remains forever (until the wallpaper is changed). In addition, paper wallpapers are subject to mechanical stress. But on the other hand, it is this material that will allow you to change the appearance of the hallway as often as you want.

Affordable and environmentally friendly at the same time. nine0003

Vinyl wallpaper is a novelty that many people love. This material is available in three types: flat vinyl with a smooth surface; dense vinyl - the most wear-resistant; foamed vinyl with an interesting three-dimensional texture. The only downside to vinyl wallpapers is their airtightness. A fungus or mold easily appears on them, which is very difficult to remove. In addition, vinyl wallpapers cannot be called environmentally friendly, they are a product of the chemical industry, which means that a small hallway with such a finish can become a source of allergies. nine0003

Differ in density, which allows you to create perfectly smooth wall surfaces.

Non-woven modern wallpapers are loved for the variety of possible colors, moisture resistance, resistance to mechanical stress, as well as for their environmental friendliness and resistance to temperature extremes. These wallpapers can be repainted in any color, changing the appearance of the hallway. The disadvantage is the high price and relative transparency of the material.

Non-woven coatings can have a vinyl layer, and also be the basis for subsequent painting of the walls in the desired colors. nine0003

Textile wallpapers are the choice of aristocrats, lovers of luxurious premises and connoisseurs of beauty. They are distinguished by environmental friendliness and excellent thermal insulation. There are no seams left on the surface of the walls, the wallpaper looks like a single whole. The disadvantage is their increased soiling and the ability to accumulate dust. Of course, you can use a vacuum cleaner, but over time, such a finish becomes slightly “worn” and needs to be replaced. Another drawback is that it is very difficult for a non-professional to work with such material. So, you will have to call specialists and trust them to finish the hallway. nine0003

The top layer consists of textile fibres. In addition to decorative functions, these wallpapers perform thermal insulation tasks.

Liquid wallpaper is unique in its structure, appearance and qualities. For example, such wallpapers are easy to use, do not have seams (no need to adjust the pattern), are an environmentally friendly material, retain their original appearance for many years and are perfectly washed even with special products.

They have the effect of soundproofing, which cannot but rejoice if the apartment is located in a panel apartment building. nine0003

To make a small hallway a work of art, it is not enough to choose what you like, you need to choose what suits you.

The choice falls on options that provide ample opportunities for combination with other types of wall coverings, furniture, combination with interior items.

Preference is given to finishing materials on a natural basis - "breathable", not conducive to the appearance of fungi on the walls, and also safe in composition.

Wall coverings must be dense, have a surface resistant to mechanical abrasion. nine0003

Do not forget about the finishing of the ceiling and floor, as well as the superpowers of the correct positioning of the mirrors. It's no secret that it is thanks to the latter that the smallest room gives the impression of a spacious and sunny hall, provided that the mirrors and lamps are correctly positioned.

Black and white entrance halls can sparkle in a completely new way and turn a small hallway into a cozy and stylish room.

A few tips for choosing finishing materials