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12 BRANDYWINE VALLEY HOMEBRIAN WETZELPATTERN PLAYCONSIDER THE FIFTH WALL%u201cDesigners often refer to the ceiling as the fifth wall of a room, and I strongly believe it shouldn%u2019t be overlooked,%u201d says Reinhard, who advises to first experiment with wallpaper in a small entryway or on a tray ceiling. %u201cSome people might assume it makes the room feel heavy or dark, but I don%u2019t agree. To me, it adds a sense of coziness and visual interest.%u201d KNOW WHEN TO PEEL AND STICKIt%u2019s a common misconception that peel-andstick wallpaper is easier to install and remove than traditional wallpaper. Not so, says Reinhard. She recommends peel-and-stick only for smaller projects, like a dorm room or the back of a China cabinet.GET BUSY%u201cThere have been significant advancements in patterns, whether they%u2019re printed on vinyl, grass cloth or wood,%u201d says Reinhard. If you%u2019re not drawn to bold patterns, texture is another excellent way to add visual appeal to a room.CONQUER YOUR FEAR%u201cMany people hesitate to use wallpaper because they recall the nightmare of removal their parents or grandparents experienced,%u201d Reinhard says. %u201cToday%u2019s wallpapers are much easier to remove thanks to improvements in backing and glue.%u201dGO BIG OR GO HOME%u201cI encourage people to truly embrace the full-room approach, as it can truly liven up any space,%u201d says Reinhard. NO ROOM IS OFF-LIMITS Even bathrooms%u2014so long as you opt for wallpaper that can withstand high moisture and humidity. GALLERY VIEWS%u201cFor those looking to showcase fine art, I recommend opting for a solid color, a stripe or a textured wallpaper so it doesn%u2019t compete with the work on display,%u201d Reinhard says. %u201cBut if your vibe is maximalist design, I%u2019ve seen heavily patterned paper layered with fine art done well, creating a bold, dynamic look.%u201dVisit oldsouldesignstudio.com. BY GINA LIZZOFROM BLAND TO BOLDWest Chester interior designer Krystal Reinhard offers some sage advice on how to make wallpaper your friend.