8. Fan-Shaped Metallic Wallpaper
Introduction
Art Deco fan motifs (often referred to as scallop or fishscale patterns) create a rhythmic, repeating pattern that brings instant elegance and subtle texture to walls.
What This Idea Means
This design celebrates rhythmic repetition, aquatic inspiration, and metallic accentuation. It wraps rooms in a tailored, patterned cocoon that feels both historic and modern.
How to Make It
- Wall Preparation: Prime and smooth your walls to create a flawless surface for wallpaper installation.
- Pattern Matching: Measure your wall height and cut wallpaper strips carefully, accounting for pattern repeat alignment.
- Pasting and Hanging: Apply paste-the-wall adhesive and smooth each fan-patterned panel down with a wallpaper smoother, aligning metallic gold lines seamlessly.
- Trimming: Trim excess paper neatly along baseboards and ceilings with a sharp utility knife.
Tips and Variations
- Tip: Use fan-shaped metallic wallpaper on a powder room accent wall or inside the back of a bookshelf for a high-impact, luxurious surprise.
- Variation: Choose a wallpaper featuring matte black fan scales outlined in shimmering rose gold for a moody, contemporary bedroom backdrop.
Needs to Make That Thing
- Fan-shaped Art Deco metallic wallpaper rolls
- Paste-the-wall wallpaper adhesive and roller
- Wallpaper smoothing brush and utility knife
- Laser level and plumb line