Wallpaper is one of my favorite ways to add color, texture, and pattern to a room. However, the material can be a bit delicate and difficult to clean. This can be an issue if you have kids and pets. One solution to this common design dilemma is vinyl wallcovering. Now, before you discount vinyl, let me say that it has come a long way and it deserves a second chance! Many of the new vinyl wallcoverings on the market imitate silk, linen, and grasscloth quite well. Even if you don't have children or pets, vinyl wallcovering can be a great option for high traffic areas in the home such as a mudroom. Vinyl wallcovering also works well in areas that are at risk of minor splashes such as a powder room or laundry room. Not all vinyls are created equal so I've rounded up a few of my favorites.