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It's no secret that we spend a lot of time in the kitchen, so the interior, style and materials for renovating a room are selected carefully and planned. Modern stores offer a variety of wall decoration options. Among them are wallpaper, plastic, tiles, wood panels, but frescoes on the wall in any interior style give a truly original look. Murals for the kitchen - what are they for? We'll talk about this in today's article.
Frescoes can be matched to any style and this is what is very convenient
- How to use frescoes in the interior
- Advantages
- Types of bases for modern frescoes
- How to choose frescoes to match the style of the kitchen
- Wall mounting
Features of modern frescoes
Fresco is a wall style of painting. To create a unique pattern, the surface is specially prepared, and the pattern is created by hand by the artist. Carrying out such masterpieces requires not only painting skills and inspiration, but also great patience. This is labor-intensive work that requires a lot of time and effort.
Modern manufacturers of finishing materials have not ignored the growing interest of consumers in this decor. Nowadays, in order to create a fresco on the wall in the kitchen or living room, it is not necessary to invite a professional artist. The market's assortment includes self-adhesive materials that everyone can handle.
Anyone can handle self-adhesive frescoes
Those who want to include a fresco in the interior of the kitchen, to ensure its uniqueness, have the opportunity to choose an application technology, on which the aesthetic indicators and image properties depend. The basis can be
- plaster,
- canvas,
- hard surface,
- non-woven wallpaper.
The fresco will provide uniqueness to the kitchen interior
When choosing a type, you need to take into account financial capabilities. Frescoes made on different types of materials differ significantly in price.
FAQ
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We chose a photo in your catalog, but it is too bright for our interior. Is it possible to buy a fresco with this design, but in calmer colors?
At your request, we can change the intensity of the color shades of any image in our catalog, make the colors brighter or, conversely, more calm.
Changing the color saturation has a big impact on how a fresco or fresco wallpaper will be perceived in your interior. Bright, rich colors of the images create a joyful mood. Such frescoes are perfect for a children's room, living room, kitchen, corridor. For the bedroom, it is better to choose calm, muted colors that make you want to look at the motif more carefully and go deeper into the image.
It should be noted that color perception is different for all people. Take your time, show the image to your family and friends, think about what emotions the fresco should evoke in your interior.
Please tell us the article number of the drawing and the desired dimensions of the fresco. If the proportions of the picture do not greatly correspond to your wishes, our artists and designers will try to change the vertical or horizontal size of the photograph
We also draw your attention to the fact that you can choose not the entire image for the fresco, but only part of it
We have selected an image. How can we choose the right fresco texture for this image?
Our online store offers a large selection of different fresco textures, which can be viewed on the “Prices and Invoices” page of the website. When choosing a texture, you should take into account factors such as the size of the fresco and the room where it will be installed, the expected distance from which you will look at the fresco, and the existing interior. If you find it difficult to choose, our designers will help you choose the optimal fresco texture.
Which fresco is best to choose for a small room to visually expand the space?
A small bedroom, kitchen, living room or corridor can be visually enlarged with the help of a fresco in light colors. Any warm colors will do: creamy, pearl, coffee with milk, etc. For drawing, you can choose natural landscapes, cities and streets, arches, windows and balconies (3d frescoes).
Which fresco is better to choose for a children's room?
In our opinion, the nursery should not be made too bright, as this can affect the child’s well-being and mood. We suggest adding a few pops of color while keeping the overall background neutral. This will make it possible to replace them in the future when the child grows up. When choosing a design for a fresco, do not forget to listen to your child’s opinion. Maybe he wants, for example, not “cartoon” characters, but “buff muffin”.
The undeniable advantages of traditional fresco
The classic method of wall painting is in high demand among lovers of refined, prestigious interiors. The charm of such a fresco is undeniable. The surface of the wall is plastered with relief material. Then it is painted in the desired tone for the background. An image is created on it. The painting uses durable paints from natural ingredients. Photos of frescoes in the kitchen made using this technology allow you to see the incredible attractiveness of this decor.
Fresco in the kitchen in a modern interior
Despite the fact that this method is considered classic, it is slightly different from what was used in ancient times, in the Middle Ages. Nowadays, innovative technology developed by Italian masters is used to create frescoes. To strengthen the plaster layer, a reinforcing metal mesh is used. The compositions of the mixtures include fillers that provide the material with increased elasticity. Frescoes created using this method:
- perfectly imitate ancient works of artists;
- are resistant to moisture;
- do not fade in direct sunlight;
- retain their original appearance for many years.
Frescoes can retain their original appearance for many years
A significant advantage of this technology is the affordable cost of work. There are no restrictions on the subject of drawings. It is possible to choose an option based on the features of the interior and its style. The decor is environmentally friendly; only natural materials are used in its creation.
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The most popular option for photo wallpaper for the kitchen is considered to be the 3D variety
This option will become a real exclusive, and it doesn’t matter what the layout of the room is. Three-dimensional wallpapers have their own varieties:
- Singles. Availability of one image option. Used for decoration and glued to a small wall.
- Panoramic. Large size wallpaper with great effect. The image is realistic.
- Standard. They are large in size and provide the opportunity to decorate all wall surfaces.
- Fluorescent. They differ from other varieties in that they have a special composition in a certain area. This area has the ability to be invisible during the day and appear at night.
Unique fresco on canvas
The technology of frescoes on canvas has long been used in luxury interiors. Craftsmen prepare and level the surface of the wall, the artist manually creates an image, artificially ages it, giving the appearance of a fresco made several centuries ago. This decor perfectly decorates the room and gives it a majestic, antique look. But the cost of custom-made work is high, affordable for a narrow circle of consumers.
It is possible to purchase a ready-made finishing option. The photo catalog of kitchen frescoes presents works created in Italy and Spain. Modern production includes several stages. A solution of lime powder and fine sand is distributed on the canvas. After the base has dried, the artist creates an image using natural paints. Then abrasions are created, giving the appearance of an antique fresco.
The fresco perfectly decorates the kitchen in any style
Finishing using ready-made canvas will not cause any particular difficulties:
- A reliable adhesive designed for heavy wallpaper is applied to the wall surface;
- the canvas with the fresco is fixed;
- the image is treated with a protective composition based on wax.
This decor cannot be washed, but it is highly resistant to external influences and retains its original beauty for a long time.
Applying a fresco without the help of a professional
It is worth understanding that you are unlikely to be able to apply a real fresco on plaster. To learn this, you need to practice your artistic skills for a long time.
But if you still decide that your living room needs a fresco, then you can still apply an imitation of it yourself.
To do this, you must have at least a little knowledge of how to glue wallpaper. After all, these both processes have the same application technology. To apply a fresco you need:
Prepare the fresco itself. Level the wall and treat it with a special primer
There should be no drafts in the living room during this process. Apply special glue to the back of the fresco. Apply the required amount of glue to the wall surface. Now carefully stick the mural to the wall. Flatten it and remove any air that may have accumulated inside.
As you may have noticed, the method of applying a fresco is very similar to applying wallpaper. The process is quite easy, but you still shouldn’t glue a fresco yourself without proper experience.
Fresco on non-woven wallpaper
Many consumers have already appreciated the benefits of non-woven wallpaper. One of the advantages of these materials is the excellent leveling of the wall and the elimination of any minor defects. They are an excellent basis for frescoes. A thin layer of plaster is applied to the surface, on which the image is created.
Using this technology, murals on the kitchen wall can traditionally be created by hand by artists. But there is a more economical way. Nowadays, specialists have professional printers in their arsenal that can transfer any desired image onto the base. This way:
- provides an unlimited selection of drawings and paintings;
- guarantees high transfer accuracy and color saturation;
- saves costs on creating decor.
Any image can be transferred to a non-woven base.
Frescoes created on a non-woven base can be artificially aged. For this purpose, special impregnation is used. Its application to the image creates a network of tiny cracks. The fresco perfectly imitates the work of ancient masters.
Application technique
The work involves skillfully applying a design to wet plaster. The fresco will be absolutely protected, because the lime will turn into a thin transparent film during drying. The product can be made in the form of painting with acrylic paints, using the “secco” technique, called “buon” or “pure fresco”.
Applying such art to a kitchen wall consists of several stages. First, a composition is selected and a sketch is created. Next, the specific type and texture of the material is selected, depending on what kind of image you want to get, flat or three-dimensional.
The design is applied using a special plaster (mixture). This technology is implemented manually by gluing the canvas to the wall. It is best to use heavy wallpaper glue as a binder. The texture of a real fresco is best conveyed if it is done on elastic plaster. To fix the material itself, you need to use liquid wallpaper.
Heavy murals and self-adhesive materials
There is a special type of frescoes that have high artistic value. These images are thick and heavy, and have special chips on their edges. It is difficult for a non-professional to distinguish such works from frescoes preserved from ancient times. These expensive decorations require a rigid base that can withstand heavy loads.
The most affordable option for those who want to use frescoes in the interior of the kitchen without high costs are semi-finished products on a self-adhesive basis. Such materials are also produced by Italian and Spanish brands. The disadvantages of this decor include:
Ready-made frescoes will decorate the kitchen interior without high costs
- the need to carefully prepare the base, since all the smallest flaws will be noticeable;
- there is no antiquity effect in these images;
- the drawing is created digitally and is not unique.
However, in this category you can find the perfect interior decoration. Photo catalogs of kitchen frescoes contain many interesting, beautiful images in various themes.
What do you mean by fresco?
To understand, it makes sense to remember the times when this technology first began to be used as a method of home decoration. Visually, wall painting is similar to frescoes, but in essence they are all different techniques, although in both cases it is the walls that are decorated. For application, only fresh plaster is needed, so in the current conditions it is difficult to repeat the technique.
But there are masters who are able to reproduce even complex landscapes on fresh plaster. The paint used is materials with natural pigments. This allows you to get a rich and bright pattern.
It is not necessary to make a fresco directly on the wall, since the work can first be done on canvas, and only then this canvas can be mounted on the wall.
This option is preferable. If you get tired of the painting, you can easily remove it or move it to another room.
Landscape fresco in the interior
Due to the fact that paints were expensive, and not everyone could complete the work, frescoes were previously used to decorate palaces. You could see them in rich houses. The basis of the paint, in addition to natural pigments, was created by a mixture of sand and lime. After applying paint to a damp surface, it firmly adhered to the wall. A film was placed on top of the image, protecting it for a long time.
Now it is used in ordinary homes, hotels, and restaurants. Often this area is highlighted in a special way. This will make the picture more noticeable.
You can focus attention with the help of artificial lamps.
The peculiarity of the work is speed. The master must complete everything in a day - the lime dries very quickly. Accordingly, making mistakes when creating a picture is impossible. The technology itself denies making any changes. If an error is made, then the entire composition is completely deleted and redone.
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Peculiarities
This was the classical technique described. But now it has changed a little, as the composition of the paint has become more modern. As for examples of ancient frescoes that have survived to this day, they can be seen in ancient buildings. For example, the famous work The Creation of Adam has been preserved virtually unchanged in the Sistine Chapel. A fresco represents any technique of painting an image on a wall. Any technique and any paints are suitable for this.
There are even wallpapers that imitate a fresco. A limitation for creation may be a mismatch of styles. It may not look good in a modern style room.
It is important to guess the theme of the image. For a new style it could be:
- space;
- futuristic motives.
Photo wallpaper with space design
There are special requirements for the premises. There are restrictions on air temperature. Both cold and heat are harmful to frescoes.
When moving, you need to be careful, as they are quite easy to damage. Transportation is carried out in special containers.
When caring for the image, contact with water should be kept to a minimum, unless it has a protective varnish.
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Advantages of decor, its specifics
The growing popularity of this type of decor is due to its obvious advantages. Fresco:
- is a unique decoration, gives the interior individuality;
- has high strength, will retain its beauty in difficult kitchen conditions;
- can be created on any type of surface;
- environmentally friendly;
- can be used in any interior style;
- retains its original appearance for a long time.
Frescoes can be created on any type of surface
Numerous photos of frescoes in the kitchen posted on Internet sites make it possible to verify the attractiveness of such interior elements. You can choose an option for both a spacious and a small room. The sizes of images created manually are selected taking into account the available space.
Frescoes in designer styles
Particularly popular are artificially aged frescoes that imitate ancient painting. Therefore, there was an opinion that this decor is only appropriate in classic designs. Indeed, on websites you can see many photos of interiors with a fresco in the kitchen in classic and antique styles. But you shouldn’t limit the scope of application of this decor so much. Thanks to innovative technologies for creating wall decorations, this finish can be used in any design, even ultra-modern ones.
Unlimited possibilities in choosing the subject of images allow you to find an interesting solution, taking into account the nature of the situation, the atmosphere that needs to be created in the kitchen. The interior may appear:
- ancient ruins, famous landmarks;
- medieval castles and palaces;
- romantic motifs of the Renaissance;
- wonderful natural landscapes;
- urban panoramas;
- celebrity portraits; world map, etc.
The theme of the fresco is selected taking into account the nature of the situation
When choosing an image for a fresco on the wall in the kitchen, you need to focus on the main shades and other types of finishes. In this case, the design will be harmonious, and the unique decor will appear in all its glory and become a worthy decoration of the interior.
Wall painting in classical styles
Classic styles are often chosen to decorate kitchens. They give the room a sophisticated, elegant look. The popularity of these trends practically does not depend on changes in fashion; you can not change the situation for many years, it will meet the standards.
Photos of frescoes in the interiors of kitchens in a classical style are widely presented on the Internet. There are many options for such designs. They differ in character and theme:
- imitation of antique painting will provide grandeur and pomp;
- natural landscapes add comfort;
- Renaissance style images create a romantic atmosphere;
- city panoramas add a touch of sophistication.
Natural landscapes create a comfortable atmosphere
This decor is great for Provence and country. These designs are cozy and warm. They look harmonious with village and garden landscapes, fields with sunflowers and lavender. In Provence you can create views of the sea coast. These interiors often use various still lifes and imitations of brickwork.
The city panorama will add a touch of sophistication
The fresco will be an ideal decoration for any ethnic style. Eastern destinations are especially popular now. Blooming cherry blossoms, bamboo, and a pagoda will look great in a Japanese or Chinese interior. You can choose a fashionable African style for the kitchen, decorate it with pictures of the jungle or savannah. Frescoes on the wall in the kitchen will help support the chosen direction and make it more expressive.
Original solutions
An interesting and beautiful solution for a classic-style kitchen would be a fresco depicting a calm river or seascape. This interior will be complemented by living plants and discreet lighting.
Very elegant and classic photographs of cities and landmarks. For example, a drawing of a beautiful building under an arch or a Venetian street filled with water will delight any art lover.
In addition, mini-frescoes with images of ancient vases and amphorae will fit perfectly into a classic kitchen.
Images of the city are inherent not only in classics, but also in modern times. This autumn landscape looks elegant and calm. An unusually shaped chandelier, as well as soft white chairs, add completeness to the interior.
But a white and blue kitchen with a small amount of black elements will sparkle with new colors if you place a fresco depicting spring Paris in it.
In this modern kitchen filled with sparkle, a black and white urban fresco will be a wonderful solution.
Softer in color, cream kitchens will look completely new if you add cute window frescoes to them.
A great idea would be a wall painting depicting horses.
And this fresco, where the horses seem to be an extension of the splashes of milk and hot chocolate, perfectly complements the black and yellow colors and French volumetric windows.
The following video is devoted to the intricacies of installing a fresco.
Modern decoration with frescoes
Modern technologies make it possible to create any image by hand painting or by printing. This decor can be used in high-tech and minimalism, loft and art deco, industrial and fusion. It is easy to choose paintings that correspond to these areas of subject matter. In the photo of murals for the kitchen in modern styles you can see:
- portraits in pop art style;
- cityscapes;
- three-dimensional graphics;
- compositions of geometric shapes;
- technical drawings;
- mechanisms, etc.
Fresco in the kitchen in a modern style
Such images become the highlight of the interior and provide it with uniqueness. Full compliance with the theme and design canons guarantees impeccable harmony.
Select a pattern
Whatever interior style you choose for your kitchen, you should carefully consider the choice of fresco and the image on it. The picture itself should take into account the characteristics of the room. If we are talking about the modern or fusion trend that is fashionable today, you can use products with an image of a world map. For loft, industrial and urban-chic, it is better to choose urban scenes, imitation bricks, pop art portraits, unusual thematic prints from various eras.
Still lifes, complex ornaments, weaving, repeating patterns with paisley cucumber, Aztec, and African prints will look interesting. The same designs are suitable for kitchens in ethno style. For lovers of chic and sophistication, miniature copies of paintings by legendary artists and landscapes are suitable.
And you can also create exclusive mural templates using your personal photo album. It will look new, fresh and original. Professional craftsmen will help you transfer the photograph to the finishing material in a high-quality manner.
This kitchen decor is suitable for anyone who wants to relax, enjoy a meal and chat with family after a hard day at work. The entire picture from the fresco should correspond to the general mood of the room. It is better to use large-scale drawings to decorate the area in the kitchen where you are going to relax and welcome guests. Give preference to peaceful designs (silhouettes of angels, birds, animals, plants and any floral patterns).
The main place for attaching such a canvas remains a free wall, on which attention will be focused in the interior. Many resort to the option of framing the side seams using stucco molding, a beautiful baguette, molding
Thus, you get a beautiful picture, enclosed in a stylish frame. Designers recommend installing the fresco on a third of the wall. The design will become unique if you place the drawing not in the center, but in separate parts of the wall.
Placing frescoes in the kitchen interior
The kitchen has a specific interior. Traditionally, one of the walls is occupied by a set with a work area. It is impossible to place a full image on it. This decor is a presentable decoration, it is necessary to show all its advantages. The best option is to place the fresco in the kitchen on a wall that is not occupied by other objects. You should not install furniture that blocks the image, this can spoil the impression and will not allow you to present the drawing in all its glory.
The fresco is created on a wall free from furniture
It is advisable to create a fresco in the interior for a large kitchen. This decor requires space. However, it is possible to decorate a small room with a unique image. If there is no free wall for painting, the fresco can become an apron located in the work area. There are types of decor that are not scary:
- moisture,
- steam,
- high temperatures,
- drops of fat.
Their surfaces are cleaned of any contaminants. A fresco apron will be an effective decoration for a small kitchen, making it original and attractive. The theme for the image is selected in accordance with the specifics of the interior. These can be dishes that stimulate appetite, berries and fruits, flower arrangements, etc.
An apron-fresco will become a spectacular decoration
A good option for a small kitchen are small fresco inserts. They can be placed on any wall. Photos of interiors with frescoes in the kitchen will help you choose the right theme to create the right atmosphere. You can apply beautiful landscapes and still lifes to furniture facades.
Choosing a plot
Usually the traditional image on the fresco is a still life of flowers, fruits and vegetables, which evokes the appetite.
Photo: albertolamaphotography.com
Another common option is a city view, which designers combine with the style and colors of the kitchen.
Photo: vanhoef.com
Bulky images will not look good in a small kitchen. We advise you to opt for three-dimensional pictures that will visually complement the room.
Photo: ecoohotnadzor31.ru
Creating a fresco with your own hands
Homeowners who have artistic skills and excellent taste do not have to hire artists or purchase ready-made images. They can create murals on the kitchen wall with their own hands. Consumables for this decor can be found in specialized stores. Hand painting will require a lot of effort and time, but the result deserves such efforts. An image made according to your own creative idea will be unique; well-chosen themes and a palette of shades will allow the painting to fit harmoniously into a specific interior.
You can decorate the environment with original decor without having the talent of an artist. You need to look at photos of frescoes in the kitchen interior on the Internet, choose a simple image option, or make a sketch yourself. After this you can start working. To create a fresco you need:
- qualitatively level the surface;
- apply plaster, cover it with primer;
- create the desired background;
- on the reverse side, paint over the sketch with a stylus;
- attach a sheet to the wall to make a mark;
- if you need to draw lines;
- color the drawing;
- After the paints have dried, cover the painting with wax or varnish.
You can decorate an interior with a fresco without having the talent of an artist
Of course, in this way it is unlikely to be possible to create an image similar to those that flaunt on designer photos of frescoes in the kitchen. But if you apply diligence and patience, and do the work carefully, a worthy decoration will appear in the interior. High quality modern paints and the presence of a protective layer will ensure the preservation of the image for several years.
Ready-made frescoes and stencils
If you have no artistic skills, but photos of interiors with a fresco in the kitchen aroused a strong desire to create the same decoration, you can use methods available to everyone.
Modern styles do not often use complex landscapes and panoramas. Minimalism, loft, hi-tech can be decorated with compositions of geometric shapes and various mechanisms. To create such drawings, you can use stencils, which do not require special skills to work with. If it’s difficult to come up with a design yourself, you can look at photos of murals in the kitchen in modern styles.
You can use stencils to create paintings on the walls.
Stencils are made of thick cardboard and coated paper. The leveled, plastered surface is covered with a background shade. When applying stencil designs, a foam sponge or brush is used. The dried image must be covered with a protective layer.
You can handle finished frescoes and wallpaper yourself. The wall needs:
- plaster
- prime,
- polish,
- cover with a thin layer of putty.
Every user can handle sticking a finished fresco
The gluing process uses a composition intended for non-woven wallpaper. If you choose a ready-made Spanish or Italian fresco for the kitchen in a photo catalog of famous brands, glue for fixing it on the wall is sold along with it. Every user can handle this job. It is important to act carefully and first apply markings for the exact location of materials. Excess glue protruding beyond the edges must be removed immediately. The adhesive composition is applied to the base.
