As they say, a bathroom wall is not covered with tiles alone. And the technology of laying tiles itself requires certain skills and knowledge. Even a master will lay it for several days, what can we say about an ordinary home craftsman. Until recently, there was no complete replacement of tiles and there are several reasons for this, the main one being high humidity, which is poorly tolerated by many materials.
Currently, there are several groups of products that can not only compete with tiles, but even imitate their texture. These are moisture-resistant wall panels designed to look like tiles; we’ll tell you everything in this article.
Plastic under the tiles is almost indistinguishable from the original
Modern design approach
The bathroom is decorated in a variety of styles. Manufacturers have tried their best: now the choice of plastic panels is a wide range of shades, as well as the presence/absence of patterns. Therefore, it all depends on the overall design of the apartment, the size of the room and personal preferences.
Sea style
For those who decide to choose this particular direction, designers advise using panel shades that are close to natural. Additionally, you need to choose decor. Paintings depicting the sea, coast, and marine life would be appropriate. Large mirrors will help make the room visually wider. All kinds of shells, sea stones or sand in a vase will fit harmoniously into this direction.
Decoration in a marine style Source industrycity.rf
Modern
This direction in design assumes the presence of free space and the absence of extraneous elements. Its highlight can be the strict zoning of space. A multi-level ceiling with built-in lamps would look good. But with any choice of furniture and plumbing fixtures, modernity requires light colors.
Decoration in Art Nouveau style with plastic panels Source www.vasa.com.py
Minimalism
Everything unnecessary is removed here. Plastic panels will fit perfectly into such a room. When choosing a shade, you need to proceed from the size of the room. If the area is small, you should give preference to a light color scheme (blue, peach, beige), which can visually expand the space. Owners of a spacious bathroom can afford dark, deep and rich shades (blue, brown, black, burgundy).
Decorating a bathroom in a minimalist style with plastic panels Source house-biz.com.ua
Country
Country style accepts panels that imitate natural wood. The interior will be complemented by simple wooden furniture without unnecessary decorations and a small chandelier.
Decorating a country style bathroom with PVC plastic panels Source www.pinterest.co.uk
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Provence
Provence in PVC finishing easily fits into a combined or separate bathroom. The choice of style is light colors, simple components and furniture that will not overload the space. As decoration, you can use porcelain small things (vases, soap dishes) with a floral pattern, antique whitewashed furniture.
Decorating a bathroom in Provence style with plastic panels Source bg.dikidaycare.com
Lining
These panels look like thin boards. Their width can be in two options:
- 10 cm;
- 12.5 cm.
The length of the modules is 3 meters. Lining also has its own classification. So, panels 10 cm wide are:
- ordinary;
- with a wide lock;
- with a narrow lock.
The color of the lining is usually monochromatic (usually white). Colored is rare. Lining with a pattern is practically not produced. These panels can be seamed or seamless. The latter are mainly used for finishing ceilings.
Variety of colors and textures
With all the diversity, the panels are classified as follows:
- Plain. Mineral pigment is used to give plastic different shades. Therefore, the material is not subject to fading, even if it is exposed to direct sunlight.
- Textured. Such material can imitate granite, marble, wood, and other natural materials.
- With an image. Various images and patterns can be applied to the surface of the plastic.
- Under the tiles. This option is one of the most popular. It creates the look of a tiled wall with a frieze. Moreover, such repairs do not require a lot of time and money.
Bathroom decorated with plastic panels in black and red tones Source proremont.md
When choosing the color of plastic panels, preference is given to the one that dominates the decor. In modest-sized rooms with insufficient lighting, you need to use a light, monochromatic finish. If there are enough square meters, you can choose bright, fresh colors and protruding decorative elements.
What colors are suitable for decorating a bathroom:
- yellow will bring comfort and warmth to the room;
Bathroom finished with plastic panels in a yellow shade Source rsk-nsk.ru
- green - will calm you down after a busy day of work;
Bathroom decorated with plastic panels in green Source travelerscoffee.ru
- blue and blue are classics, emphasizing that the room belongs to the element of water;
Bathroom in blue tones, finished with plastic Source www.avito.ru
- red and orange will be the choice of active and purposeful people.
Decorating a bathroom with plastic panels in orange Source www.digacompany.ru
A bathroom in which the walls are decorated with patterns placed with a certain regularity will look stylish. For example, the main part is covered with plain panels, and a panel with a floral pattern is created around the mirror.
Decorating a bathroom with plastic panels with a pattern Source topling61.ru
Panels of contrasting colors alternating with stripes will look interesting. This finishing option is suitable even for a small room with a low ceiling.
Decorating a bathroom with plastic panels in contrasting shades Source inoustudio.com
How much to buy
Accuracy of calculation is the key to budget savings. Calculating surface area is not enough, because corners and transitions will not allow for waste.
Their volume increases when choosing lamellas with asymmetrical patterns. It is not possible to use pieces with this decor in other places in the bathroom.
Variety with narrow stripes
Therefore, for standard slabs you should buy 10-15% more of the surface area to be finished. For complex designs, it is better to calculate the number of panels individually.
It is better to buy screws, self-tapping screws, and clamps in packs, because it is impossible to count their exact number. It is easier with slats and profiles, because they divide the surface into squares, but it is preferable to purchase with a reserve.
This material currently has great potential
Advice When preparing for installation, it is better to first assemble the drawing and attach it to the wall using tape. This will help avoid errors in calculations.
Black and white bathroom design
The combination of black and white has always been considered a win-win. But for this duet to really look elegant and harmonious, it is important to achieve the correct dosage of these colors. After all, the slightest mistake can upset the balance, making the interior tasteless and depressing.
Black and white bathroom finished with PVC panels Source www.dwell.com
The black and white combination is not suitable for those who want to decorate a room in a country, Provence, boho or shabby chic style. But it will be an ideal option for modern, loft, minimalism or retro styles.
What to look for when decorating a bathroom with black and white plastic panels:
- It doesn’t matter which color is chosen as the dominant one, the principle of alternation will make the room harmonious. For example, there should be something dark on a perfectly white wall. This could be a sconce, a shelf, or partial use of material of the opposite color.
- If you use these two colors in equal proportions, you can get an unnatural effect. Therefore, black and white should always be used disproportionately.
- To prevent the surface from merging into one spot without contours, designers recommend combining glossy and matte surfaces. For example, if the wall is decorated with matte plastic, then you should choose glossy accessories and vice versa.
Decorating a bathroom with plastic panels in black and white colors Source leninsk-kuz.blizko.ru
Frame installation
Make markings on the wall. Two wooden slats should be positioned horizontally at the top and bottom. Vertical slats should be at a distance of up to 40 cm from each other so that the plastic does not bend;
Drill holes and insert dowels into them. Secure all slats;
The starter and corner panels need to be installed first. They are screwed with self-tapping screws to a wooden frame;
Secure the panels by inserting them into the appropriate plastic fasteners.
Uniform style when renovating a bathroom with plastic panels
In order for the bathroom to look organic after renovation, it is important to keep everything in the same style. Only stylistic consistency will allow you to create unique grace. Today, manufacturers of furniture, sanitary ware and accessories offer a huge selection of products suitable for a certain direction in design.
Bathroom decorated with plastic 3D panels Source sense-life.com
For example, in a bathroom decorated in a minimalist style, the following would be appropriate:
- ceiling-mounted LEDs;
- glossy surfaces that reflect light;
- glass shelves;
- compact corner Jacuzzi;
- shower cabin with transparent door.
Bathroom decorated with plastic panels Source www.bhg.com
Ethnic style should include printed panels with ornaments, embroidered towels, colored accessories, and sanitaryware with a pattern.
Bathroom in ethno style, decorated with plastic panels Source roundecor.com
Modernism involves the use of large framed mirrors, asymmetrical furniture, plumbing, and fittings.
Option for decorating a bathroom in the Art Nouveau style with plastic panels Source american-woodwork.com
How to choose the right one
There are several important rules that will help you buy PVC panels for the bathroom:
For high strength of the material, it is necessary to select panels with a large number of jumpers. The more stiffening ribs, the less possibility of the panel breaking. And be sure to check each individual part for defects.
Pay attention to the appearance and design features of the material. On high-quality products, the decorative coating is applied with high precision and without flaws.
Try to connect the two parts; there should be no gaps between them in the locking system.
If the tile does not correspond to the size stated on it, you should think about whether to buy this product. It is possible that all products will not be of adequate quality and other difficulties may be encountered during the installation process.
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For shower cladding, you should choose panels with increased moisture resistance. If you use the shower frequently, the level of moisture and steam will be higher than in the bath.
Pros and cons of PVC panels
This is a modern finishing material accessible to everyone. Plastic is used to decorate even such capricious rooms as the bathroom. But, like other cladding options, it has its advantages and disadvantages.
Bathroom with plastic trim Source www.pinterest.com
The advantages of PVC include:
- Opportunity to save your budget. On average, a standard panel costs about 200 rubles.
- Practical and easy to care for. Plastic is resistant to moisture, temperature fluctuations, and odors. The material does not require delicate handling. To clean the surface, simply wipe it with a damp cloth and any soap solution.
- Ability to hide communications.
- High-quality sound and heat insulation.
- Resistance to fungal attack.
- Long period of operation.
- Fire resistance. Plastic is not capable of spreading fire that could result from a short circuit.
- Simplicity and speed of installation work.
In blue tones Source myplast.info
Among the minuses are:
- The importance of correct installation. If you make a mistake, the material may diverge during operation.
- Fragility. Even a slight mechanical impact can lead to the formation of chips, cracks and deformations of the panel.
- Reducing the area of the room by the thickness of the cladding. Therefore, this material is not recommended for use in rooms where there is a lack of free space.
- Release of toxic substances during fire.
Finishing a bathroom with PVC panels Source kfmarket.ru
Caring for polymer tiles
Thanks to the excellent moisture resistance of the material, it is quite easy to care for. The finished surface is easy to clean. Any minor dirt can be removed with a cloth soaked in soapy water.
The main thing when caring for polymer tiles is to carefully handle its “weak points”, that is, the joints of the side edges
To remove dirt stains, you can use cleaning compounds that do not contain abrasive components.
In case of subsequent installation of plumbing accessories - lamps, hooks and heated towel rails in PVC panels, you can always drill mounting holes.
Modern finishing with PVC tiles can transform the interior of a bathroom. The main thing is to show a little imagination when arranging it, approach the issue wisely and use only high-quality materials.
