I thought it was a type of pastry you could eat Just had a Google and it looks nice stuff but would think it would be a nightmare to paint as you would have to make sure you got the paint into every nook and cranny so could be a nightmare in the end Would loved to have seen the staterooms of the Titanic where it was used
@Kandy I didn't know it was used on the Titanic!, yes you're right it would be a nightmare to paint, maybe I'll have anaglypta instead!!
The Victorians Often used below the dado rail and above the skirting board because of its durability and the flexibility of painting/re-painting it. Of course it was used elsewhere, but because it is an expensive paper (as well as very decorative) they would want to get the best usage out of it. It was invented by the son of the man who invented lino (both products invented in the latter half of the 1800's)
It is a beautiful wall covering, apparently if it has been in place a very long time the only way to get if off is with a blow lamp!!! Apparently it also has a 'shelf life' because of the putty in it, I love it but I can't seem to find a small wall to put some on!!! possibly a bit grand for the loo!! These are my 2 favourites.
Absolutely not! I think it would be perfect in the loo - you could conjure up images in the wall paper patterns while you are ... *ahem* ... busy
I ordered 2 free samples of this stuff out of curiosity and one of them arrived today, it measures about 12" x 8" but when the postman put it through my box it hit the hall with a thud!!! This stuff is HEAVY!!! I would hate to be a decorator and be asked to put this on the ceiling!!! It is beautiful though.
Know this may sound daft, but could you frame your samples in someway to make a decorative feature of them?
