Originally posted on January 2, 2020 @ 1:16 pm
Paper was invented by the Chinese and they were the first to have wallpaper by gluing rice paper to the wall, as far back as 200 B.C. By 104 A.D., they had progressed to making paper from rags and other textile waste. This was the beginning of paper that we have today.The history of wallpaper, from invention to the current day. Inside Secrets that Interior Designers Use to Make Your Home a Reflection of You The Beginning.

By the 1920s, wallpaper had become extremely popular and during this time, over 400 million rolls were sold. The industry became revolutionised after World War II with stain resistant, washable plastic resin paper. Wallpaper continued to drift in and out of fashion over the decades and today enjoys popularity once again. Today’s technology has created wallcoverings that are long lasting, pre-pasted and washable. Wallpaper is no longer a luxury item only available to the wealthy and DIY stores have many ranges to suit all budgets and tastes. Renewing your home ddcor has never been cheaper. Home Improvements without Having to Get Permit AUTHOR BIO:
Carl Pett is a furniture historian. His many articles online will enable the reader to know more on modern office furniture and home decor through the ages.