[Attention to design] Stone-like texture that matches natural interiors | SLOW TiME

2024.09.11
【デザインへのこだわり】ナチュラルインテリアに合う石目調|SLOW TiME

A sophisticated stone-like design that blends in with natural spaces

Wallpaper and flooring with a stone-grain design have an attractive unadorned simplicity. Stone texture design is a general term for patterns inspired by materials such as stone, plaster, concrete, and brick.
It may have a strong impression of being cool and impactful, but for SLOW TiME, we aimed for a stone grain design that harmonizes with rather than overpowers the warmth and texture of wood, which is essential for natural interiors.

What is a stone look that goes well with natural interiors?

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When incorporating interior materials with a stone texture design into natural interiors, pay attention to the color combination and texture of the materials.
Even when looking at a single concrete pattern, there are many different designs, including those with a strong uneven feel, those with a flat texture, and those with exposed or block-like joint lines.


In order to create a high-quality natural interior, it is important to choose wallpaper and flooring materials that have the same color tone as the furniture.
By keeping this in mind, you can create a space with a unified look.

If you want to create a clean and soft impression, we recommend a design with a texture that is close to a solid color with less uneven coating.
When incorporating a design with joints such as blocks or tiles, choosing a design with narrow joints will allow you to enjoy stylish coordination while keeping it understated.


SLOW TiME's commitment to stone-like design

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01. Stone-like color expression that does not negate the warmth of wood

In general, modern, cool stone-like colors that you often see in concrete patterns tend to have a strong blue tint, which is the opposite color to natural-style wooden furniture.

The stone texture design developed by SLOW TiME is particular about yellow-based colors to match natural furniture.

For example, take a look at this comparison image.

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*The image on the left is SLOW TiME / TST-MC02 . The image on the right is a non-sale color created for comparison.

In the image on the left, the yellowish concrete blends well with the warm-colored natural interior, creating a soft atmosphere. On the other hand, some people may feel a little uncomfortable with the contrast of the cool bluish concrete pattern with the furniture and bed linen, as shown in the image on the right.

If you think, "The design fits well, but something just doesn't feel right...", one possible cause may be that the colors of the furniture and wallpaper do not match.

The overall stone grain tones of SLOW TiME's products have yellow-ish bases, giving it a slightly warm impression.
Therefore, it is easy to match with natural interiors even though it has a cool stone grain look.

02. Matte texture

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SLOW TiME's "removable wallpaper" is made of fleece material. There are two types to choose from: ``no glue type'' and ``sticker type.''

Both do not have the luster of vinyl remake sheets, and have a matte texture that goes well with stone-grained designs.
Since there is no unnatural shine, we were able to create a texture that is close to that of actual, natural stone, which makes you want to touch it and see for yourself.

03. 5 series with designs that focus on "ease of use"

Simple concrete design

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Product number used: Removable wallpaper without glue / natural concrete light gray

"Concrete pattern that is easy to coordinate with wooden furniture"

The simple concrete design gives the interior a sophisticated look. On the other hand, the stripped-down simplicity can give off a somewhat cold impression.
SLOW TiME's ``Natural Concrete'' is a color development that is conscious of ``yellowness'' so that it fits into a natural space without overpowering the warmth of any wood incorporated into the furniture or interior design.
We focused on making designs with colors that bridge the gap between concrete and wooden furniture and that are easy to coordinate.

Modern Concrete with Tie Holes Design

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Product number used: Peelable wallpaper, sticker type / Natural modern concrete, gray

"A unique, exposed concrete design redesigned for indoor use."

When you want to use concrete as an accent to your space, this poured concrete design with separation holes will give you a unique look.
SLOW TiME's ``Natural Modern Concrete'' has been redesigned to match the living space by moving the tie holes to the four corners to make it look less like an exterior wall.
This design is perfect for creating a room with a "modern x natural interior design" theme.

Ceramic-like Flat Designs

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Product number used: Peelable wallpaper, no adhesive type / Chill color Susuki

"Nuanced colors that evoke ordinary everyday scenes"

The "chill color" series expresses a slightly rough texture similar to ceramics or unglazed pottery. Based on the concept of ``a calming moment in everyday life'', we focused on using nuanced colors with exquisite differences in brightness and darkness.
The tones are matched so that no matter which colors are combined, they go well together, so it's easy to coordinate even if you incorporate multiple colors.

Accented terrazzo design

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Product number used: Peelable wallpaper, sticker type / terrazzo beige

"A natural terrazzo pattern with a focus on pattern placement and coloring."

The terrazzo pattern has a strong modern impression, but by adjusting the white space and color tone, you can create a design that matches natural interiors.
SLOW TiME's terrazzo pattern is based on white, with a pattern placement that is not too crowded and a coloring that is not too flashy.
The beige, blue, and green colors are composed of pale tones that match even simple rooms, and the detailed patterns add subtle accents and spice to the space.

Tile designs that blend in with your space

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Product number used: Removable wallpaper without glue / natural wall tile tile01

"Simple tiles that blend easily into large spaces"

We offer a wide variety of tile patterns that are easy to use as accents.
Among them, SLOW TiME's tile patterns focus on the "texture" and "modular feel" of tiles that blend into natural interior designs.
The texture is matte and non-shiny, like unglazed tiles. By making each tile a little larger, it is designed to fit naturally into large spaces such as living rooms.
You can create a natural and simple atmosphere, which is perfect for the cafe style that is becoming popular again.

Summary

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Product numbers used: (Left) Peelable wallpaper, no adhesive type / Natural concrete, light beige , (Right) Peelable cushion flooring / Natural concrete, floor tile, dark gray

Because it's a place you see every day, it's important to transform your room into a more comfortable and relaxing space and incorporate moments that suit you.
Why not incorporate SLOW TiME's stone-grained design, which is simple yet packed with attention to detail, and start creating a richer life that is more unique to you?


In addition to stone-grain designs, SLOW TiME offers a variety of DIY wallpapers and flooring materials that add color to your natural interior style.
If you would like to check out our full range of items, please visit the brand page.