# Eco-Friendly Luminous Walls Light-Emitting Wallpaper Could Replace Light Bulbs By Marissa Liu | Published 2010-01-04 | Eco Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/light-emitting-wallpaper1 References: [treehugger](http://www.treehugger.com/files/2009/12/lomox-getting-closer-to-bringing-us-glowing-wallpaper.php) & [ibtimes](http://www.ibtimes.co.uk/articles/20091231/luminous-wallpaper-could-make-light-bulbs-obsolete.htm) Lomox, a Welsh company, has developed light-emitting wallpaper that uses [OLED (organic light emitting diodes)](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lg-display-oled-technology) that can be printed on any flat surface and produce light. A low electric current (3 to 5 volts) is used to stimulate the chemicals found in the coating and help it to generate light. Because the light-emitting wallpaper requires such low voltage to operate, it can be used in many different applications and due to its organic properties, it is actually a fairly [eco-conscious and efficient development](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/geolectric-lantern), though it is fairly costly to produce and won’t be available to consumers until 2012. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.9/10 - Popularity: 28% | Activity: 81% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Eco](https://www.trendhunter.com/eco) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Organic Light Emitting Diodes:** The development of OLEDs in wallpaper represents an opportunity for companies to create sustainable and energy-efficient lighting options for consumers. - **Printable Electronics:** The ability to print light-emitting materials on flat surfaces presents an opportunity for companies to develop new technologies for lighting and display applications. - **Smart Surfaces:** The concept of creating walls and other surfaces that can generate light represents an opportunity for companies to create new interactive and responsive environments. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Lighting:** Companies in the lighting industry may need to consider incorporating OLEDs into their products in the future to remain competitive in the market. - **Home Decor:** The introduction of light-emitting wallpaper presents an opportunity for companies in the home decor industry to offer consumers new and innovative ways to personalize their living spaces. - **Electronics Manufacturing:** As the demand for printable electronics grows, companies in the electronics manufacturing industry may need to explore new production methods and materials to keep up with the trend. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Organic Light Sculptures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lapso.md) - [Organic Paper-Like Lamps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/farolito.md) - [Life-Like 3D Canvases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lumino.md) - [Dazzling Gradient Lighting Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/star-bulb.md) - [Eco Eye-Friendly Display Technologies](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hannspree-ecovision-paper-display.md) - [Window-Imitating Smart Light Panels](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vindow.md) - [OLED Display Lantern Concepts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rn-lantern.md) - [Smart Ambient Lighting](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ikea-varmblixt-smart-lights.md) - [Immersive Wall Lighting](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hue-play-wall-washer.md)