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"        Historical Patterns a) The Stag, designed by C.F.A. Voysey for J.R. Burrows. b) Moses Grant Junior Stripe, from the Adelphi Collection by Stark. c) Thistle, from the Arts and Crafts Collection by Bradbury &amp;amp;amp; Bradbury.     &amp;quot;Either that wallpaper goes, or I do,&amp;quot; Oscar Wilde once declared in a Paris hotel room. These days, however, wallpaper options are far more exciting than the drab floral Wilde once endured. So ditch the paint can, and celebrate the renaissance of this stylish surfacing! Dress your walls with sharp colors, funky designs using digital printing techniques, and historical patterns. From $15 per roll for standard wallpaper to $300 for a roll of high-end paper, choices abound; so be sure to consider both style and practical issues before your foray into the world of wallpaper. Here, we offer tips on finding the ideal paper to complement your-and your home&amp;#039;s-personality. Getting Started Before wading through mounds of wallpaper books-a sometimes daunting task that sends many consumers scampering back to the paint department-narrow your choices with some cyber research. Many of the larger manufacturers have websites with an overview and one or more price lists of their collections. Some even allow you to order free or low-cost samples online. For more ideas, log on and check out: clarencehouse.com, brewsterwallcovering.com, fschumacher.com, seabrookwallcoverings.com, rlhome.polo.com, and waverly.com. Pattern &amp;amp;amp; Proportion Next, consider the proportions of the space you&amp;#039;re covering. In a small room, for example, a large-scale floral pattern may not repeat more than once before it meets the baseboard-sort of like seeing only half of a painting. Instead, try a smaller pattern with a shorter repeat or a paper with a simple textured surface. Similarly, a large print creates visual interruptions in a kitchen or bathroom with lots of cabinetry and wall mountings. For a room with low ceilings, wallpaper with a vertical pattern such as a thin stripe, or an architectural pattern such as faux wainscoting can give the impression of greater height. You may also want to consider patterns that are less graphic; so, for instance, stripes in shades of the same color may be for you. Thinking about patterns with thick stripes or bold checks? Save them for under your wall&amp;#039;s chair rail (below the sight line) to avoid a possibly dizzying effect.          All-Around Good Looks d) Natural Weave, from the Rainforest Collection by Waverly. e) #TY7730, from Carey Lind Kids by York. f) #US2399, from the Susan Sargent Collection by York. g) Antique Paisley, from the Faith Popcorn Cocooning Collection by Village. h) Monkey Toile, by Blue Mountain.     Light &amp;amp;amp; Color Like choosing a paint color, consider the amount of natural light a room gets before selecting the wallpaper. A lighter hue, especially yellow, invites a sunny aura into virtually any space, even if it lacks windows. Though a darker-toned wall can be easier to live with in a well-lit room, rich brown or navy walls can make a space cozy instantly, without much natural light. Consider how the room is used-cool colors like blue and green are very calming, while warmer tones like red and pink inspire activity. In a house with an open layout, think about a combination of wallpapers that easily carries the eye from room to room, either sharing a color palette or a design element. This establishes a visual harmony and a spatial flow. And a consistent trim color provides a tie of continuity that can bind all the rooms in a home. Texture &amp;amp;amp; Touch Textured wallpaper adds a different and unique decorating scheme into the mix. Grass cloth is a subtle, stylish option and is available in a variety of colors, ranging from deep indigo and crimson to celadon and khaki. The Gramercy collection from F. Schumacher &amp;amp;amp; Co. offers stylish options. If you have young children and are worried about cleaning sticky fingerprints, some easy-to-maintain vinyl wallpapers emulate the knotty texture of grass cloth. For a contemporary look, check out Clarence House&amp;#039;s corrugated paper in rich, saturated colors. Other papers have real flowers and leaves pressed into them, so you can invite nature right into your home. Practical Matters Before committing to a pattern, buy a single roll of a chosen design and live with it for a few days. Even if you love it in the store, it may not work with the design or lighting of your home, and it&amp;#039;s better to realize that before opening the glue pot. Concerned about keeping your walls clean? Consider so-called washable or scrubbable paper that can handle some elbow grease; they&amp;#039;re ideal for a kitchen or child&amp;#039;s room. For more information and tips, visit wallpapercouncil.com and wallcoverings.org.        Made in the USA i) #43-62857, from the Kings Road Collection and designed by Kenneth James for Brewster. j) Hera Paisley, from the Ralph Lauren Classics Collection by Imperial Home Decor Group. k) Brewer Hill, by Peter Fasano.    Timely Trends Although wallpaper colors take cues from the fashion world, patterns often look to Mother Nature for inspiration. Here&amp;#039;s what&amp;#039;s hot now: - Earthy Pleasures Invite the outdoors in with papers that emulate the texture of stone, wood, and wicker. - Toile de Jouy Bring a touch of Versailles into your home with charming French vignettes that, when used in smaller rooms, can create a jewel-box effect. - Historic From William Morris&amp;#039; revered 19th-century English floral designs to early 20th-century American designer Candace Wheeler&amp;#039;s colorful patterns, everything old is new again.       European Elegance l) Corak, from Designer&amp;#039;s Guild and available through Osborne &amp;amp;amp; Little. m) Currutchet, from the Le Module Collection by Sterling Prints.  n) Pinions, by Clarence House. o) Dorset Stripe, by Cowtan &amp;amp;amp; Tout.    Stick it Good There are a few options for hanging wallpaper. When working with tricky spaces and extremely heavy or precious papers, hire a pro. But if you&amp;#039;re tackling the project yourself, here&amp;#039;s a primer on the three main types of wallpaper: - Prepasted Typically the easiest way to go, these papers are simply moistened in a tray of water before hanging. - Unpasted Purchase separately paper and adhesive; use the adhesive recommended for the weight of your paper. Then, with a roller or brush, apply the adhesive directly to the paper. - Vinyl Easy to clean, this paper is ideal for stain-prone rooms like kitchens and baths. Use a fungicide paste to discourage mold growth underneath the paper.  "^^<http://www.w3.org/2001/XMLSchema#string>
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