Choosing an Eco-Friendly Wall Mural

As environmental consciousness grows, selecting an eco-friendly wall mural can enhance not only your home decor but also your commitment to the planet. This article will help You to make the right choice among different types of wall murals.

When Wall Murals can be considered Eco-Friendly?

Eco-friendly wall murals are created with both the environment and human health in mind. Only those made from environmentally friendly materials and manufactured using eco-friendly methods, such as water-based inks and low-energy production processes, can be called such. The company's ecological stance is also crucial, as it prioritizes sustainable development in all aspects of its business.

Wall Mural Materials

Paper Wall Murals 

Paper wall murals are printed on different kinds of paper, offering a wide range of textures and finishes. These murals are moderately durable, so can stay in good condition for a long period of time with proper care. The paper base and non-toxic inks create an environmentally friendly product that is created and disposed of without any environmental problems. These wall murals are also odorless and do not release any dangerous chemicals indoors, which is completely safe for adults and kids.

Vinyl Wall Murals 

Vinyl wall murals are printed on PVC (polyvinyl chloride) material, which usually has clean smooth finish. This material raised some concerns regarding health, primarily because of phthalates, which have been linked to potential health risks. With an FSC certification and no phthalates, AGDesign's PVC photomurals and wall murals show our dedication to sustainability and ethical sourcing without sacrificing quality. However, with proper recycling, these material has lowest possible impact on environment. 

Fabric or Canvas 

Fabric or canvas murals offer a textured and more natural finish compared to other materials.  In this case, environmental friendliness depends entirely on what fabric is used as the base. The options can be very different, but the most common choice is polyester, since the printing on it has better quality than on other materials. If cotton is used as the main material for photo wallpaper, then the material is one hundred percent eco-friendly due to it‘s biodegradability. Polyester, on the other hand, decomposes for a very long time and must be recycled to minimize harm to the environment.

Non-Woven Wall Murals 

Non-woven wall murals are made with a special technique that creates a durable and tear-resistant blend of synthetics and natural fibres. Mostly, this material is made of eco-friendly components and does not affect human health any way.  AGDesign non-woven wall murals and photomurals are made with the best quality european materials and eco-friendly inks, which is confirmed by high company standards and quality certificates like FSC.

Packaging

When evaluating how environmentally friendly a company's products are, it's essential to look at how they package them. Packaging plays a big role in worldwide waste, and its impact on the environment can be huge, depending on what materials are used and how efficiently it's done.

First and foremost, since most packaging material is thrown away after purchasing a product, it is important to know whether the packaging is biodegradable. Cardboard or paper is an excellent example of eco-friendly packaging that will not harm the environment if not disposed of correctly. The ink and stickers used on packaging must also be environmentally friendly and biodegradable.

Furthermore, companies have the option to utilize recycled materials; nevertheless, numerous businesses stick to regular paper or cardboard due to concerns that previously recycled materials might lack the necessary durability to ensure the safe delivery of products.

Packaging should also be as compact as possible to optimize raw material costs and reduce emissions during transportation of goods.

What Type Eco-Friendly of Wall Murals to Pick?

The list of materials and their variations is extremely large and it is extremely difficult to choose what the buyer needs while taking into account environmental awareness. We have identified several basic materials for wall murals and photo wallpapers that you can consider purchasing.

  • Non-woven material is completely eco-friendly and offers the best characteristics compared to other goods, including high quality digital printing, durability, and sun and fade resistance. The only downside is its intolerance to moisture.
  • Paper wall murals are also an environmentally friendly product and can even be made from recycled materials (recycled paper). Their strength is quite good, but in comparison with other materials they lag noticeably behind. It also does not withstand moisture. Due to the special surface of the material, the highest quality printing, as on non-woven wall mural, is not available; the design or pattern will be a bit grainy.
  • Fabric is an extremely rare material for wall murals. Such wallpapers are incredibly durable, not prone to tearing or scratching, however, they cannot boast sharp printing or moderate cost like other options.

Eco-Friendly Checklist

To navigate all the responsibilities companies must fulfill to earn the label 'eco-friendly,' we've created a simple checklist to assist you in determining whether is company emvironmentally responsible or not.

  • The company uses environmentally friendly manufacturing methods without harming the environment and its workers.
  • The company uses non-toxic materials that do not harm the environment and their customers.
  • The company uses environmentally friendly materials to package products and minimize damage from transportation.
  • The company supports environmental initiatives and is developing in this direction by introducing new methods and policies to reduce the negative impact on the environment.