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Definition
Decorative wall covering — rolls of printed paper or vinyl adhered to walls as a design and protective surface. Wallpaper is rare in Indonesian residential construction due to cost and the difficulty of maintenance in humid climates where adhesive deteriorates and mould grows, but is used in boutique hotels and high-end residential projects.
Example
A luxury Jakarta hotel suite uses imported wallpaper in the bedroom — vinyl-backed, high-quality design, professionally installed with mould-resistant adhesive, but requiring careful humidity control to maintain the finish.