Pvc wall panels

Tips for decorating a bathroom with your own hands

There are many nuances in finishing with any kind of material.

The first step is always to dismantle the old coating. Then comes the alignment of the walls, floor and ceiling.

If this is not done, then all this curvature will ruin not only the appearance, but will also last a short time. For example, tiles may just fall off and panels may crack.

A drawing and all holes (lamps, sockets) are planned in advance in the drawing.

When choosing a material in a store, you need to carefully check the issued samples.

• Matching color and pattern. There are panels that are very much the same, but from different manufacturers. As a result, the lock may not fit during installation, or with local lighting, the shade may differ. Therefore, we carefully look at the markings on each panel. If you don't need a lot of material, then you yourself can select all the panels and ask the seller to pack them. So you will definitely be sure that they are free of defects and cracks, of the same color and manufacturer.
• Panels with a horizontal pattern are difficult to dock at right angles. Keep this in mind too. Modern PVC panels come with imitation tiles, they look gorgeous, but all imaginary tile joints should be located under a clear perpendicular. This is exactly what is difficult to achieve in panels with large patterns.

We make the lathing perpendicular to the panel fastening, after about 70 cm. And they can be fastened both with self-tapping screws and with glue.

There are craftsmen who fix panels without a frame, but for this there must be perfectly flat walls.

This is when the wall is measured, the first row is laid without glue, and if it turns out that the entire tile is not included, then one row is removed, everything moves to the center, and the tiles are cut off at the edges. It so happens that there are no centimeter-long finishing touches that spoil the view and look very cheap. And the tile looks very smooth visually.

Therefore, they say that you need to lay tiles from the center. Any deviation from a clear perpendicular is easily adjusted using crosses.

Of course, such a bathroom looks luxurious and stylish, but when cleaning and in everyday life it gives a lot of trouble. All stains and drops are visible on it. And, if your household is not used to sterile cleanliness, then such a finish will burn you a lot of nerves.

Varieties of panels for interior decoration

Since there are several types of finishes, it can be difficult for beginners to decide which type to choose. Despite the fact that they are similar in characteristics, the cost and other properties differ. Let's consider each of the types of wall coverings separately.

MDF

This is the name of the board, which is formed by pressing low-grade wood shavings. In order for the raw materials to stick together, safe binders are used, such as lignin (which is in the wood itself) or paraffin. The result is an environmentally friendly plate. Later it is laminated for protection.

Advantages of laminated MDF panels:

1. The texture is homogeneous and smooth, has no cracks or knots. It turns out an imitation of natural wood.
2. A rich assortment of goods for creating custom-made interiors. Products with gloss, matte or embossed are used.
3. Low cost with similar characteristics to natural wood.
4. Strength, durability and reliability.
5. Installation is easy due to the tongue-and-groove locking connection.

If we talk about the minuses of MDF, then its main drawback is its low fire resistance. In addition, moisture that gets on the damaged laminated surface will contribute to the deformation of the plate, its rotting.

Pvc

PVC - polyvinyl chloride. It is the most commonly used type of plastic.The laminated panel consists of two thin PVC sheets, the space between which is divided by stiffening ribs. It turns out a kind of honeycomb. Thanks to the voids, the material is many times lighter than its counterparts.

Characteristics of PVC laminated panels:

1. Lowest cost. The material is affordable and simple.
2. Thanks to the laminated film, fragile PVC is protected from impacts and scratches.
3. It is possible to imitate any material: stone, wood, brick, ceramic tiles. The interior is made on the basis of a general concept.
4. Due to its lightness, the structure of the house is not loaded, it is very easy to mount the panels, as well as to carry out transportation.
5. After installation, there are no gaps on the surface, it is monolithic and does not allow moisture to pass through. And moisture is not at all scary to plastic.
6. When the temperature fluctuates, PVC will not crack, rot or rust.
7. Surface maintenance is very simple. Laminate panels can be cleaned with a damp cloth.

As for the cons, they are. This is the lack of thermal insulation qualities, the material does not breathe (does not allow air to pass through) and can emit a synthetic plastic odor.

Chipboard

A modification that is somewhat more stable than MDF panels. Chipboard is made from wood shavings by pressing. The output is a flat slab. However, synthetic adhesives are used as a binder, and pressing is carried out at a high temperature. This makes the material not as environmentally friendly as MDF.

These interior wall panels have a thick laminated protective layer. The point is the vulnerability of chipboard to moisture and other negative factors. The material begins to swell, deform, rot and fail. Therefore, the thick protective layer resists external influences. The weak point is the ends. If not protected, moisture will enter and destroy the structure.

Varieties of wall panels

Finishing types

Depending on the shape, panels of the following types are distinguished:

• slatted type-setting - are oblong planks made of wood, chipboard, PVC, fiberboard or MDF. These interior wall panels are 240 to 370 centimeters long, 12.5 to 30 centimeters wide and 0.8 to 1.2 centimeters thick. The panels have grooves and spikes to connect to each other. Installation of cladding in horizontal and vertical orientation is allowed;

• tiled typesetting - are squares with sides from 30 to 98 centimeters long. Such wall panels are great for creating mosaics, because each of them has its own color and texture. Coating material - MDF, fiberboard, PVC and chipboard. To connect the plates, grooves and inserts are used;

• sheet - better than others have proven themselves when decorating large walls. The dimensions of their sides can vary from 122 to 244 centimeters with a thickness of 0.3 to 0.6 centimeters. Unlike other materials, wall panels are made only of wood or resin-impregnated fiberboard.

Rack type panels of various widths

The methods of fixing the plates are different. So, slatted type-setting panels for wall decoration are fixed on the crate, tiled ones - with the help of clamps or adhesive. Glue is also used for fastening sheet panels, and the seams between the covering elements are masked with moldings. How to install PVC on the ceiling yourself? watch the video and read here.

Classic paneling solutions

When finishing with plastic panels with your own hands, you need to take into account not only the type of coating elements, but also the material of their manufacture.

Wooden products are considered reliable, they are made from such types of wood as alder, maple, oak or cedar.

Sometimes the finish has a wax coating, due to which it can be used in rooms with high levels of humidity.Since wood wall cladding panels are environmentally friendly, they are recommended for use in residential areas.

Popular products made of fiberboard - a material consisting of woody plant fibers. They are also safe for human health, resistant to high humidity, but deteriorate in direct contact with water. In turn, facing panels made of chipboard for interior wall decoration are similar in appearance and quality to wood. This is due to the fact that chipboard is a compressed waste from wood production. The disadvantage of this material is the poor tolerance of sudden changes in temperature and humidity conditions.

Panels made of MDF are highly resistant to almost any environmental factors. Fiber boards are produced by using the dry pressing method, so they are not afraid of moisture and mechanical stress. It is recommended to decorate the walls with MDF panels, such as those rooms where conventional materials are short-lived or ineffective.

All mentioned types of panels are recommended for use in residential premises. With proper care, their service life will be more than 10 years. Wooden wall panels for wall decoration have a particularly long service life: if they are made of high-quality wood, they will retain their original appearance for several decades.

Panels from new materials

The panels made from gypsum vinyl are renowned for their reliability and durability. The material of their manufacture is a modification of drywall, and is similar in properties. Plastic panels for walls for interior decoration, which are not demanding on operating conditions and are easy to maintain, also demonstrated their best side.

New products on the building materials market are glass panels and 3D panels. The former are intended for applying photographic drawings to the surface of the walls, the latter have an unusual texture with a hypertrophied relief. 3D panels are made from all the materials listed above, as well as from aluminum.

Wall decoration with plastic panels is allowed in residential, commercial and public institutions. This coating is often used in schools and kindergartens because it is considered environmentally friendly. In turn, glass panels are as safe as plastic and are able to withstand significant mechanical stress, but are less common because they are more expensive. The same goes for the increasingly popular 3D panels.

3D panels create an unusual effect

Criterias of choice

Today, in stores selling finishing materials, you can find plastic wall panels of various modifications. Finding the perfect coatings is quite difficult due to the rich assortment of such products.

Below are the criteria for choosing plastic wall panels.

• Application area. All plastic panels are divided into ceiling and wall panels. Outwardly, such materials are equivalent, but the second options are considered more durable and reliable. It is not worth buying ceiling sheets for finishing floors if they are much cheaper.
• Panel sizes. For large walls, appropriate panels are most often purchased, and for small walls, miniature ones, for example, vinyl lining. Before heading to the store, it is recommended that you measure all substrates that need to be finished with plastic.
• Temperature resistance. Experts recommend purchasing more wear-resistant PVC panels that are resistant to temperature extremes. This criterion is especially important if you plan to decorate a balcony or loggia with such materials.

• Design. Plastic panels must fit perfectly into the environment for which they are purchased.
• Environmental Safety.When buying plastic panels, it is imperative to request a quality certificate for the product. It should be carefully examined. The plastic should not contain hazardous chemicals.
• Product quality. Before purchasing, be sure to make sure that the plastic panels are safe and sound. If there are damages, chips or scratches on the surface of the finish, then it is better to refuse to buy such coatings.
• Manufacturer. You should not look for too cheap PVC panels, since such finishing materials already have an affordable cost. You need to purchase branded products - as they are of excellent quality.

Overview of types and sizes

The market offers a wide variety of interior decoration products. Fiberboard has advantages that distinguish the material favorably from competitors. With the help of panels, you can get a coating with imitation of other materials, choose colors and even texture. Fiberboard is a safe type of cladding that does not harm human health and the environment. Manufacturers often use the dry method to make panels.

It is impossible not to highlight the ease of installation, since you can work with the material independently without outside help. There are different installation options, each of them has its own characteristics. As for the cost, the panels are offered at an affordable price, this has influenced the increase in demand for the material. Thanks to fiberboard, you can insulate the room, as well as get sound insulation. If you choose the right wood fiber panels that meet high requirements and standards, their service life can reach 10 years, and this is not a short period.

To make the use of the cladding possible in a room with high humidity, it is necessary to select a special type, covered with a protective impregnation

And it is also important to observe the storage conditions so that the material does not deform, therefore, products are often attached to the crate with self-tapping screws.

Stacked wall panels are one of the most popular types of fiberboard. With such material, work is carried out very quickly, you can choose a decor option from a wide range

It is important to pay attention to the dimensions of such boards: the thickness can be 6–25 mm, and the length reaches 4 m, the width range is 15–30 cm. Thanks to the choice of such parameters, you can perform finishing of any complexity. For fastening, a lock connection is used

You can find a product on the market with double-sided coating, so the protective functions are ensured

For fastening, a lock connection is used. On the market, you can find a product with a double-sided coating, so the protective functions are ensured.

Sheet moisture-resistant panels are presented in a large format, so they can be used in large rooms. Often, such a finish is chosen to decorate an apron in the kitchen. This material is fastened with precise fit of the edges.

The tiled variety of fiberboard is a finishing material with parameters 300X300, 150X600 and 980X980 mm. Docking is used for fixing, however, panels with a lock connection can be found. If you need a decorative design of a room with interesting combinations, you can safely choose slabs that fit both the bedroom, the living room and other parts of the house.

The laminated panel is offered in the size 2850X2070X3.0 mm. Such sheets have a protective film that is created from melamine or acrylic resin. It is this coating that is decorative and is offered in a variety of colors.

Most Popular Panels

Less toxic decorative panels are considered to be MDF. They are made from small sawdust, which are impregnated with urea resin and pressed. This product is the safest material among other finishing panels. This makes it in demand in home renovation.

The panels have sound insulating properties. They are able to reduce heat loss and are also more resistant to fire.

The disadvantages include the ability to absorb moisture well. Plates begin to swell and deform, so MDF finishing is not used in wet rooms. Decorative PVC and MDF panels are quite reliable and safe for humans.

Advantages and disadvantages

PVC finishing panels for the bathroom have a lot of advantages, but also their disadvantages.

These are the features that can be attributed to the positive aspects of using the material for decoration:

• Bathroom PVC panels are quite affordable. This option is referred to as a budget type of cladding and anyone can purchase it.
• The panels are available in a huge range. Photo printing is applied to the surface, and many models do come in different textures. Particularly popular are 3D PVC panels for the bathroom.
• The material is very durable due to its waterproofness.
• Adds heat and sound insulation properties to walls.
• The panels are completely environmentally friendly and do not emit any toxic substances during operation.
• The structures are installed very quickly and absolutely no additional knowledge is required for installation.
• They are very easy to maintain and do not require specialized devices for this.

Of course, PVC wall panels for the bathroom also have disadvantages and they are quite significant.

First, you should be careful with the material due to its fire hazard. Secondly, the problem of PVC is its low strength and the possibility of deformation at low temperatures.

Advantages and disadvantages

Plastic panels are popular and demanded finishing materials. The relevance of such a cladding is explained by many advantages.

• Plastic panels are durable materials. They are not afraid of moisture and dampness. Thanks to this quality, the finish can be safely used when decorating a bathroom or kitchen.
• High-quality plastic panels retain their original appearance for many years.
• Such a finish does not require complex and regular maintenance. Plastic does not accumulate dust and dirt. If stains appear on its surface, then you do not have to purchase special and expensive compounds to remove them - most of the dirt from plastic panels can be removed with an ordinary damp cloth.
• Plastic panels are inexpensive. That is why many consumers choose this finish option. It will cost several times cheaper than decorating walls with tiles or wood.

• Wall panels made of plastic can boast of good soundproofing qualities.
• The installation of such finishing materials is simple and quick. It can be produced without the involvement of specialists, which can significantly save money.
• With the help of PVC panels, you can zoning the existing space.
• Such finishing materials are lightweight, so it is easy and convenient to work with them.
• Plastic is a material that is very easy to process. Due to this quality, these coatings are represented by a fairly rich assortment. To decorate a room, you can pick up canvases with absolutely any images and colors.

• Plastic is a safe material. Even at high temperatures, it does not emit hazardous or harmful substances. However, when buying panels, you should ask the seller for a quality certificate and make sure that there are no toxic compounds in the plastic, since such components can still be contained in low-quality material.
• You can install finishing materials not only in city apartments, but also in private houses. In addition, they are well suited for installation in confined spaces.
• With the help of such a material, many floor defects can be hidden: cracks, drops, potholes, depressions and other flaws.
• Various communications, such as electrical wiring, can be hidden behind plastic panels.

Despite the large list of positive qualities, plastic wall panels also have their weaknesses.

• The material is highly flammable. In the event of a fire, this product burns very intensely and emits suffocating smoke in the room.
• In a room with a plastic finish, a characteristic chemical smell can persist for a long time. But here it is worth noting that many owners did not notice such a defect.
• Plastic panels do not tolerate temperature extremes. In such conditions, they can undergo deformation.
• Plastic itself is not the most reliable and durable material. Panels made from such raw materials can break from accidental impact or severe stress.

• These products are not breathable finishing materials. They prevent the movement of air through the walls, and this is simply necessary for high-quality ventilation. For this reason, experts do not recommend installing such coatings in children's rooms.
• The voids that are present in plastic panels can be a home for insects. This problem is especially relevant for the southern regions of the country.
• Before installing the cladding material, it is necessary to carefully prepare the floors. Many masters consider this fact as a disadvantage, since it takes a lot of time.

Selecting a pattern

Volumetric, beautiful drawings on the walls are always unusual and presentable. Such images allow not only to visually enlarge the space, but also look original in different lighting conditions. The good news is that there are no restrictions on the choice of pattern, the huge assortment allows, indeed, to give free rein to imagination. For bathroom cladding, drawings related to water are best suited. It can be a marine theme, an image of bright tropical fish, water drops, corals, a sandy beach.

Today, PVC panels are available in a variety of shades ranging from classic white to spectacular gold and silver tones. When choosing a picture, designers are advised to proceed from their own sense of style, favorite themes, combination of shades.

Bright bathrooms in green and yellow shades also look quite interesting. If you like these rich colors, go for a natural theme. Fruits, trees, birds, images of tropical animals are good. Orange and peach panels will give you a huge boost of vivacity and positive mood. But for romantically-minded people, it would be a good idea to install pinkish panels with patterns of flowers, for example, water lilies.

When purchasing a facing material, you also need to think not only about the drawing, but also how it will be located. The image can be placed on the entire wall, but it can only be above the bathroom, creating an emphasis on one area. It must be remembered that vertical drawings make the room higher, but horizontal ones, on the contrary, "lower" the ceiling.

Some of the most interesting bathroom collections will be Panda and Novita. Here you can find not only classic nautical themes, but also such stylish solutions as Provence and retro style panels. Panels with lace ornament, images of birds of paradise, oriental patterns look gorgeous. E-Plast also has a very interesting collection of PVC panels with a 3D pattern. The huge assortment includes a wide variety of shades, as well as elegant collections with a shimmery effect.

Texture and color of panels

There are many options for finishing the front surface of products. The thermal printing method makes it possible to obtain various images using a thermal transfer film that will not fade under the influence of sunlight and will give the cladding original decorative properties.

Offset panels are more wear-resistant, during their production the first stage includes applying a pattern with paints using an offset printer, the second stage - coating the product with a protective layer of varnish with an antistatic effect, which makes it resistant to scratches and chemicals. Offset printing blocks the emission of odors, which has a positive effect on human health.

In modern design, PVC laminated panels are becoming indispensable. Thanks to the decorative film coating, the panel gains additional protection against scratches and impacts, can have various interesting textures, is more elastic, and withstands high temperatures. Lamination of the panels makes them advantageous in places with high traffic, houses where the walls are scratched by cats and dogs. Products do not crack in severe frosts, retain their appearance when extinguished cigarettes against the walls.

Brick panels

Sheet panels represent brickwork quite realistically. They are used to decorate both the walls inside the room and outside. Fashionable imitation will transform your home. Facade materials made of polyvinyl chloride will improve the appearance of the house, protect the walls from the destructive effects of precipitation and temperatures.

Stone panels

Due to their optimal compatibility, plastic panels are used in premises for various purposes. A "stone" wall can be found in an apartment, office, cafe or cinema. Stone panels are varied in color palette, perfect for creating a stylish, cozy atmosphere that emphasizes the taste and wealth of the owner.

Panels for ceramic tiles

For interior decoration, where the level of humidity is high, the right decision is to opt for plastic. The material will cost significantly less than ceramics; not only a master can work with it. You can fix the panels on the wall with your own hands. Moisture-resistant compounds applied to the surface of products, no worse than traditional tiles, will protect against mold and mildew. There is no need to talk about the number of possible design solutions.

Advantages and disadvantages

The consumer appreciated the many advantages of PVC panels, these include:

• external aesthetics, the possibility of wide design use;
• quick installation without preliminary preparation;
• defects in supporting structures are effectively masked;
• any base can be coated: wood, brick, concrete, surfaces in unheated rooms;
• electrical wiring and other communications are hidden under the plastic;
• the panels have high heat and sound insulation properties, they protect well from noisy neighbors;
• the material is moisture resistant, fungal spores do not take root, does not require special care. Dust, micro-condensation due to low electrostaticity do not accumulate;
• unlike fiberboard and chipboard panels, they do not support combustion, PVC material is self-extinguishing, its toxicity indicators are 1.5 times lower;
• installation will be carried out by a novice builder;
• damaged trim parts are easy to replace;
• the purchase of panels is not burdensome for the budget, they will last a long time.

PVC panels also have some negative properties that can be leveled by observing the operating rules:

• the finish does not tolerate the proximity of heating devices. The material will not ignite, but at high temperatures it can release toxic substances;
• do not expose the panels to strong mechanical stress, dents, deformations are possible;
• it is better not to use plastic in the bedroom or children's room, natural wood, stone is still preferable;
• low-quality material will change color over time if it is exposed to solar radiation, the presence of special additives in the composition neutralizes this effect.

Types of wall panels, their pros and cons

For the production of wall modules, modern technologies and many types of raw materials are actively used.Wood, bamboo stems, gypsum, cellulose, cork, leather and fabric are environmentally friendly coatings that can be recommended for use in living rooms - living room, bedroom or nursery, but polyurethane (PVC) panels are more suitable for decorating corridors, kitchens and bathrooms ...

Solid wood wall panels are highly valued for their respectable appearance, durability and excellent thermal insulation qualities. As a completely natural material, wood is highly breathable and moisture permeable, providing natural ventilation and creating a healthy microclimate in the room. The disadvantage of such a finish may only be the high cost, but the numerous advantages fully justify all the costs.

MDF panels in their qualities they are almost not inferior to boards and even surpass them, since they are more resistant to moisture and do not deform over time. However, a beautiful cut pattern in this case will not be real, but obtained by veneering, which somewhat reduces the elitism of the finish. From an environmental point of view, fine dispersion plates are absolutely safe, as they do not contain harmful resins.

Chipboard panels are available due to their low cost and a wide range of external coatings, but they vaporize formaldehydes that are harmful to health. Chip blocks are very afraid of dampness, therefore, in the immediate vicinity of the walls, they can quickly swell and lose aesthetics.

Fiberboard panels thin and light, they are not expensive. If necessary, it is very easy to cut the sheet with a clerical knife, and ordinary glue will be enough to fasten it to the wall. The seamy side of this material is rough, the front side in the case of wall decoration is laminated with a film with some pattern or texture. Fibreboards bend quickly and become soaked in high humidity.

Gypsum panels have a high density and weight

Due to their increased fragility, they should be handled carefully. The plasticity of plaster allows you to create unusual reliefs and three-dimensional 3D effects

Heavy blocks are attached to the walls mainly with glue, since any other fasteners can simply destroy the integrity of the modules.

Bamboo panels harmoniously fit into exotic design directions - Japanese, African, Hawaiian, although nothing prevents them from making them a highlight of modern minimalism. Typically, these slabs consist of dried bamboo stalks bonded to each other, glued to a fabric base. Natural material comes in various thicknesses and shades, and its strength, environmental friendliness and moisture resistance make it the optimal wall covering in any room.

Soft panels are made in the same way as, for example, headboards. On the base of fiberboard or plywood, packing is laid - a thin layer of foam rubber, synthetic winterizer or felt, which is then sheathed with fabric or leather (sometimes leatherette).

In the interior, such solutions look unusually original and expensive. However, a soft stove usually decorates only one area in the room - the area behind the bed or the wall above the sofa in the living room. This type of decoration looks very appropriate in a lounge cafe and other places of evening relaxation.

Plastic (polyurethane, vinyl, PVC) panels - one of the most inexpensive and versatile materials for wall cladding. The simplicity of applying a picture to the front side of these plates gives a huge scope for the embodiment of all design ideas. Plastic is maximally resistant to humidity, temperature extremes and mechanical damage, but with all its positive qualities, it can create a greenhouse effect in rooms, preventing normal air circulation.