It is no exaggeration to say that the wall occupies the largest area in home decoration, which can even reach 2.5 times the practical area. It can be seen that wall decoration design plays an indispensable key role in creating home style. In addition to having physical functions such as wall protection, sound absorption and noise reduction, high-looking wall panels can also play an aesthetic role in guiding the visual focus and enhancing the overall sense of space.
However, good-looking wall decoration design not only tests the designer's skills, but also puts forward new requirements for materials and craftsmanship. The author comprehensively compared the recently popular wall protection materials and visited the "SUMMIT" Unbounded Experience Center. After some research, how to correctly select materials is a science and art.
Latex paint is a resin emulsion paint artificially synthesized from chemical agents, represented by acrylic copolymer emulsion; it is perhaps one of the most common materials, and its development is relatively mature and its acceptance is quite high. It is easy to apply and dries quickly. At the same time, the new paint also has properties such as water resistance and scrub resistance, and there is also a lot of room for adjustment in color. It can be said to be a cost-effective choice. However, when purchasing, pay attention to the product’s quality testing data (VOC, free formaldehyde, heavy metals) to ensure that the materials are safe and environmentally friendly.
Latex paint is a resin emulsion paint artificially synthesized from chemical agents, represented by acrylic copolymer emulsion; perhaps also It is one of the most common materials, and its development is relatively mature and its acceptance is quite high. It is easy to apply and dries quickly. At the same time, the new paint also has properties such as water resistance and scrub resistance, and there is also a lot of room for adjustment in color. It can be said to be a cost-effective choice. However, when purchasing, you should pay attention to the product’s quality testing data (VOC, free formaldehyde, heavy metals) to ensure that the materials are safe and environmentally friendly.
Wallpaper wall covering is a base paper produced from chemical wood pulp, which has been coated, printed, embossed or surface covered.After plasticizing and other processes, it is then cut, packaged and shipped out of the factory. It has a certain degree of strength and toughness, and the pattern and texture are also highly controllable, making it easier to create a diverse and personalized home design space. At the same time, it has low pollution and good hand texture, but the cost is relatively high, it is not resistant to water and scrubbing, it is prone to mildew, and it is not friendly to the weather in the south.
Hard bags and soft bags are made of surface fabric materials and underlying wood, and can be filled with sponge and other flexible materials according to the usage scenario. While having a decorative effect, it can also create a certain soft touch and three-dimensional look, and it can also have a certain sound insulation effect. However, due to its high cost, it is not resistant to stains and is not easy to clear, and the filling is also prone to mildew, so it is not suitable for use in large areas of the home.
Wood veneer is usually sliced from natural solid wood or composite technical wood and adhered to the plywood core Made of panels. The total thickness is thin, and the wood grain texture has a glossy, soft and natural color. It can present a variety of styles according to different woods. The surface is easy to clean, but due to the natural properties of the material, it requires careful maintenance and care. If it is left in an improper environment for a long time, it is very easy to develop mildew, swelling, deformation and peeling. At the same time, since glue is used when making boards, special attention needs to be paid to the qualifications of the product when purchasing, otherwise it will easily lead to excessive indoor formaldehyde
Marble is limestone with different colors and patterns on its surface. After polishing, natural stone can present a very beautiful display effect. The excellent luster and texture as well as the rich and diverse textures have become the materials favored by many light luxury homes today. However, the cost is extremely high, and as a natural material, the design and color are less controllable. It is also easy to break during cutting and transportation, and stains can easily penetrate into the stone content, resulting in a high threshold.
Ceramic tiles are made of highly refractory materials such as clay and quartz sand and are strictly fired through a series of processes such as grinding, mixing, pressing, and glazing.material. Not only can it be used for floor paving, but it has also been expanded to application scenarios such as building exterior facades, indoor walls and even cabinet decorative panels. Physical properties such as waterproofing, stain resistance, anti-penetration, wear resistance, and anti-corrosion give ceramic tiles good durability. In addition, innovations in glaze color technology have also given ceramic tiles a richer variety of colors, textures and styles. However, factors such as being too bulky and too cold for the cold northern winter also limit this material.
Looking at the above-mentioned wall panel materials with high market acceptance, we can see that each has its own advantages, but each also has "shortcomings" that cannot be ignored. In the "SUMMIT" unbounded experience hall, the author discovered that rock slab materials, as a "new species" of building materials, have the potential to subvert.
First, the "environmentalism" of slate slabs makes construction more worry-free
("SUMMIT" rock slab scene application case)
"Environmentalism", many people understand it as the purification effect of wall panels on indoor air. From a broader perspective, reducing building material waste and increasing material utilization are actually major directions for environmental sustainability. The popular 800 x 2600mm size of "SUMMIT" slate slabs fits well with today's common home layouts. Excluding baseboards and ceilings, the floor height of an average home is within the range of 2.6 meters.
("SUMMIT" rock slab scene application case)
Using this specification, it is possible to achieve one board to the top without additional cutting and collage. In addition to reducing the loss rate of rock slabs, it can also improve construction efficiency, shorten the construction cycle, and speed up delivery time. This is undoubtedly excellent for home improvement consumers, designers, and construction parties.
The second is the "durability" of slate, which makes living more secure
("SUMMIT" rock slab scene application case)
Home, for many people, is a "durable product" that will be used for a long time. This is closely related to the materials used. Although some current wall protection materials have satisfactory performance in other performance and design sense, their durability is unsatisfactory, and it is difficult to adapt to the use in different scenes of the home, such as the kitchen space. Materials with excellent properties such as fireproof, waterproof, dirt-resistant, and wear-resistant are needed, and many of the materials mentioned above cannot be provided at the same time.
("SUMMIT" rock slab scene application case)
The author checked the relevant quality inspection report of "SUMMIT" slate. According to the data, its surface flatness, water absorption, damage strength, rupture modulus, pollution resistance, friction coefficient and other parameters are far better than National standards. At the same time, it has excellent performance in glaze crack resistance and frost resistance. After personal experience on site, the results of the experimental data are also supported. It can be seen that the service life of the rock slab is very considerable.
(On-site shooting at "SUMMIT" Unbounded Experience Center: curve cutting to test the strength of rock slabs)
The third is the "aestheticism" of slate, making the space more intimate
(On-site shooting at "SUMMIT" Unbounded Experience Center: the diverse design aesthetics of rock slabs)
Design aesthetics is frequently mentioned in the current home decoration consumer market. The cookie-cutter design has long been abandoned by the new generation of consumers. Expressing yourself, integrating personality, and reflecting aesthetics in home scenes does not seem to be difficult for the material of slate.
（「SammitSUMMIT "On-site shooting at the Unbounded Experience Center: Slate reproduces the texture of cloth, wood, etc.)
「SammitSUMMIT" In the Unbounded Experience Hall, the author found that the surface texture of rock slabs has already surpassed the inherent cognition, breaking the single texture of only marble series, and derived the simulation effects of other materials such as cloth grain, wood grain and even ink painting and oil painting.
(On-site shooting at "SUMMIT" Unbounded Experience Center: rock slabs reproduce the effect of traditional Chinese painting)< /span>
Traditional Chinese paintings such as green landscapes and meticulous flowers and birds are reinterpreted on the rock slabs. Special techniques such as gold powder and pearlescent glaze also bring the style of the paintings to a higher level. The author also discovered at the scene that the surface touch of rock slabs has also been innovative. Not only is the color restored, but the touch texture is almost like natural materials.
In summary, slate has surprising performance in terms of environmental protection, durability and aesthetic expression. At the same time, Summit slate can also be combined with a variety of new materials, such as graphene heating material composite slate. The same panel can even achieve zoned heating, ensuring safety while making the "home" warmer in cold winters. In one fell swoop, it broke the cold impression of slate material.
(On-site shooting at "SUMMIT" Unbounded Experience Center: Comparison of rock slabs of different thicknesses)
In addition, rock slabs also vary in thickness.With the same specifications, you can choose from ultra-thin 3.5mm to 10mm, and thicker boards can also be combined with other materials such as sound insulation cotton, allowing the slate boards to add multiple functions in addition to wall decoration.
("SUMMIT" unbounded experience center on-site shooting: Doraemon joint slate products)
It can be seen that slate is another "new species" for wall protection after marble, wood veneer, wall paint, wallpaper, wall coverings, hard and soft packaging and traditional ceramic tiles. It is also an aesthetic expression of performance and quality design. The "master" is worthy of everyone to take more into consideration when decorating and designing.
