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Valentina Pavlovskaya

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Do you think that the bathroom design shown in the photo will require a lot of money and time? In vain. Decorating with plastic panels will take a couple of days. This is a chance to radically change your bathroom design and keep it clean with ease.

Advantages of the material

Plastic panels are in no way inferior to tiles. The indisputable advantages of the material are price and excellent sound insulation.

Stylish interior of a hygiene room in dark colors

The range allows you to realize your decor idea using:

decorative design;
imitation marble, wood;
fashionable 3D images;
photo printing;
colored background of any shade.

Plastic in a classic bathroom

The palette of PVC panels is varied - from pastel to bright shades, and even deep black with a glossy and matte surface.

Color palette of plastic panels

How to choose quality panels

To make walls sewn into plastic pleasing to the eye, you need to carefully choose the finishing material. First of all, the surface of the panels should not be wavy. Such a flaw will instantly deprive the walls of their attractiveness.

The surface of plastic panels should not be wavy

Make sure that all elements have a uniform color; choosing plastic panels for your bathroom from the same batch will help you avoid mistakes in this matter. If you neglect this rule and succumb to the persuasion of cunning sellers who assure that there is no difference, the result can be disastrous. Color discrepancies in halftones, which are imperceptible at first glance, will instantly appear when assembling the structure.

Uniform coloring of plastic panels is a very important quality indicator

What else should you look at when choosing finishing elements:

1. Number of stiffeners.

2. Degree of impact resistance.

3. Level of moisture protection.

When purchasing, pay attention to the level of moisture protection of plastic panels

And to top it off, don’t forget to check the certificate confirming the safety of the product batch and guaranteeing its quality.

What solution is plastic bath decor suitable for?

The use of cladding with moisture-resistant boards is relevant for small-sized apartments. Inexpensive and modern. Beautiful and rich.

A white bathroom looks beautiful and very spacious.

Bathroom decor with plastic tiles will never be boring. It opens up wide scope for the implementation of the most extravagant ideas. But not for the classic style, country, Provence, art deco.

For such design solutions, natural materials in combination with tiles are appropriate.

Latte color in bathroom decoration

Plastic products are great for modern, high-tech, contemporary, minimalism, due to the possibility of a harmonious combination of patterns.

Shades and elements of images can be alternated during the installation process, which allows you to realize any creative idea.

The most popular images are flowers, sea animals and scenes, mosaics. Friezes skillfully imitate marble and granite tiles with a smooth or embossed surface, glossy sheen or noble matte texture.

White bathroom with added fittings

PVC cladding with a frieze under a wood texture can give the bathroom an updated interior.

One of the stylish solutions is a printed panel around a mirror or shower area. The rest of the wall surface is one color.

Combining panels with three different patterns is in fashion. Alternating different stripes allows you to give surfaces a unique look and visually “stretch” the walls upward.

Soft blue tones make the bathroom very delicate

Even a small volumetric 3D image on plastic will add airiness to the space.

PVC materials combine perfectly with modern decorative materials, so the surface cladding around the sink and bathtub with walls decorated with moisture-resistant plaster or wallpaper looks impressive.

Delicate interior in marble style

You can visually enlarge the room with the help of small images on plastic located across it.

Fragments with a pattern in the form of a small mosaic or frieze are better suited for small rooms, and panels with a large image are better suited for decorating spacious rooms.

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

See also: Catalog of companies that specialize in finishing materials.

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

Technical parameters of PVC panels

The basis of the products is polyvinyl chloride, which meets modern requirements for environmental friendliness, hygiene and safety.

Black bathroom in white

Each panel consists of two thin sheets of plastic connected by longitudinal stiffeners.

They form cells in the form of a honeycomb, so an air gap is created under them after installation. This structure provides thermal and sound insulation.

The advantage of this material is aesthetics, strength and durability.

Plastic does not absorb moisture, so it is not subject to deformation. During installation, the sheets of decorative plastic adhere tightly thanks to the protrusions along the edges.

This is a guarantee of 100% waterproofing; the light weight of the panels eliminates additional load on the base of the walls and ceiling.

PVC products are not deformed under the influence of high temperature. Images do not fade or be erased.

Wide stripes look very interesting

Contaminants can be easily removed from the plastic surface. High-quality installation and regular maintenance contribute to operation for up to 10 years or more.

If you need to change the interior, the panels can be quickly and easily removed. Their installation does not require preliminary finishing of the walls. Communications can be hidden behind them.

Why PVC

One of the decisive factors in choosing to finish a bathroom with panels is their low cost, wide selection and ease of installation, which is quite easy to do with your own hands.

Sufficient surface density and a variety of color options are complemented by the important water resistance and hygiene.

Among other things, not every apartment’s walls are suitable for laying tiles, due to dilapidation, unsuitable wall material or their uneven surface, which requires expensive repairs. Moreover, boring colors can be easily and inexpensively replaced yourself.

Shape and dimensions

Typically, manufacturers produce PVC fragments 2.5–4 m long and 5–10 mm thick.

White color makes the room more spacious

There are versions of plastic panels sold on the market that are thinner and shorter than standard parameters, but they are less durable, so their use in the bathroom is irrational.

Gray plastic for the bathroom looks strict and laconic

Depending on the design idea, you can buy PVC on the market in the form of:

standard sheets 10-37 cm wide, mainly with a frieze imitating tiles;
slats representing narrow long stripes 10 cm wide with a monochromatic design;
seamless sheets up to 2 m wide, usually with a ready-made design solution on the front side.

Large ones allow you to reduce installation time. However, it should be remembered that in a small bathroom, plain wall cladding without seams can create the impression of a box.

Beautiful white surfaces combine with wood

Slatted plastic ones take longer to install, but allow you to adjust the space.

Horizontal installation of slats will visually expand the room, and vertical installation will visually “raise” the ceiling.

Disadvantages of plastic panels:

low level of resistance to mechanical damage;
reduction of usable space due to installation;
the difficulty of installing additional wall shelves and cabinets that require slats;
the need to accurately calculate the joining of friezes and drawings.

But these disadvantages successfully replace the advantages. In addition, manufacturers continue to work to improve product characteristics and create new installation methods. Some panel options can already be glued or installed using clips.

Cladding installation methods

To attach slats to the wall, you can use three methods:

Glue installation. The plates are glued directly to the wall, which is only possible for a flat base. The advantage of the method is the high speed and ease of work. The downside is that it cannot be dismantled.
Self-tapping installation. The slats are attached to a wooden sheathing, which is assembled on the wall. The frame can be metal, but then fixing the screws is complicated. This method can be used on uneven substrates.
Fastening with clamps. The panels are mounted on special holders, which are attached to the metal sheathing. The resulting coating can be easily dismantled if necessary. You can also easily replace damaged cladding.

Criterias of choice

A number of technical characteristics of the products can be seen upon careful examination:

Lining in the decoration of the bathroom

the surface of each surface must be smooth;
the dimensions must exactly correspond to the information on the label;
the composition should not contain more than 43% ethylene, 57% combined chlorine;
the more stiffening ribs, the higher the strength of the panel;
The color tone should be even and the image clear.

The latte color of the plastic trim looks harmonious with the tiles in the bathroom

High surface texture makes cleaning difficult. Dirt and water will accumulate in the protrusions, which leads to the formation of mold. The same problem occurs with poor installation.

Finishing a bathroom with plastic panels has a number of positive qualities:

Reasonable cost of material. The price of such products is relatively low. If, for example, you compare its price with ceramic tiles or tiles, they are half cheaper, which allows you to significantly save on repairs;

Easy to care for. Such panels can be washed with almost any detergent, and they do not collect dust and mold on their surface.

High level of strength and long service life. PVC panels are resistant to moisture and are therefore ideal for use in the bathroom. In addition, they retain their original technical and aesthetic qualities for a long time;

Noise insulation. When decorating a bathroom with such panels, good noise insulation is created so that the sounds of a falling stream of water will not be heard in other rooms of the apartment;

Possibility of placing communications in the space between the wall and the finishing material; Manufacturability of installation. When purchasing high-quality material, installation usually does not pose any problems even if you do the work yourself;

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.

How to install panels when mounted on a ceiling diagonally

Let’s say right away that such work is much more complicated; you will have to lose more time on installing the sheathing and adjusting each individual lamella.

Step 1 . Calculate the ceiling area and determine the maximum panel length. Everything is clear with the ceiling area, but to determine the maximum length of the panel you need to use the formula A2 + B2 = C2. A and B are the length and width of the bathroom ceiling, C is the diagonal. Hence C = √ A2 + B2. Keep in mind that this method of finishing the ceiling increases the amount of waste, buy about 15% more materials.

Step 2. Attach three skirting boards to the ceiling, the method is described in the article above. Take measures to ensure that the baseboards do not diverge in height while the glue is drying in the corners.

Step 3. Cut a piece of lamella from one of the ends at an angle of 45°. From the intersection point, cut a second piece at the same angle. The result is a launch panel, the shortest one, installed in the corner.

Step 4. Insert it into place, measure the length of the larger part. This will be the size of the smaller edge of the second lamella. Apply these parameters to the new panel and cut both sides at a 45° angle.

Installation of suspended ceiling

Using the same method, cut and install all remaining slats. As we already mentioned, the amount of waste is increasing.

Diagonal arrangement of panels

Installation can be done by anyone

Plastic sheathing is done with your own hands, even without special skills. This is a way to quickly and profitably decorate a room without outside help.

Installation does not require leveling the surfaces with plaster. Frame and adhesive cladding methods are used.

Beautiful plastic lining in the bathroom

For the frame method you need to stock up on:

drill;
screwdriver;
screws and dowels;
hacksaw;
pencil;
triangle;
tape measure;
bath baseboard;
plastic moldings;
sealant.

Easy to install yourself without seeking help from specialists

Before installation, an antiseptic primer is sprayed onto the surface of the walls to 100% prevent the formation of mold.

Subtleties of assembling panels onto a frame

Assembly of the entire structure is quite simple and quick and in many ways resembles folding a puzzle:

The first panel is inserted into the starting profile and fixed to the frame.
The second panel is connected to the first using a built-in lock mechanism.
After fixing the second panel to the sheathing, the third lamella is mounted.
The process continues to the corner of the wall, which is pre-equipped with a corner profile.

After finishing the cladding of the first wall, you need to move on to finishing the next one, inserting a new panel into the corner profile.

The corner element makes it possible to assemble the panels as accurately as possible without creating sloppy seams. To completely seal the connection, the inside of the plastic molding can be treated with sealant before assembling the cladding

In fact, for independent and high-quality assembly of sectional elements, the owner must fulfill several important conditions. First, slightly level the surface of the walls and treat them with a deep penetration primer, antiseptic and antifungal agents.

Then build the sheathing or frame strictly according to the level and secure the additional profile elements for high-quality installation.

Compliance with this technology will make it possible to obtain an even coating without obvious joints.

Two types of cutting

1When cutting along the lamella, a long, even strip is pressed tightly against the marking contour and one side is cut along the entire length using a mounting knife, grinder or hacksaw. Then it turns over and bends at the place of the cut. Fully cut along the fold.

2With the transverse method, the jumpers located between the planes are first cut in turn. The final cut is also made along the fold.

Striped panels look nice in the bathroom

What is the difference between vertical and horizontal laying

The question often comes up: how to cover walls with panels, vertically or horizontally? What is the difference?

In the first option we make a horizontal frame, in the second – a vertical one. But in the bathroom I recommend using only vertical installation. Otherwise, water easily penetrates into the areas between the canvases and the wall. With its regular accumulation, fungi form. To eliminate them, a complete disassembly of the coating, preventive measures and new cladding will be required. And these are serious expenses.

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Sequence of stages of wall cladding

Getting started - removing all disturbing things from the room so that there is free access to surfaces.

Cool and very fashionable bathroom interior

Measuring the height of the walls.
Trimming metal profiles to the required height.
Installation of vertical profiles at a distance of 50 cm from each other, starting from the left side.
Screwing fasteners at a distance of 40 cm at the same level, starting from the bottom.
Gaps of 3-3.5 mm are left between the wall and the ceiling, the wall and the floor.

Delicate and very soft bathroom interior

The result is a strong frame - the foundation. Then the cells are filled with foam.

After laying it, lighting wiring will be done - sockets, places for lamps. The last stage is attaching the plastic panels to the profile with a tight connection of the fragments, gluing the baseboards on top and bottom.

To install the panels, self-tapping screws, screws or nails are used. The panels can be secured using clamps that “fasten” the elements to the sheathing. They allow faster installation, but are more expensive.

For bathrooms, horizontal installation is not recommended, because moisture can easily get into the joints, and then penetrate into the space under the slats and provoke the formation of mold.

In small rooms, using a frame for finishing “eats up” precious centimeters of space. But this is not a reason to refuse this option of decorating with plastic. They can be glued.

Relaxed bathroom interior reminiscent of Chinese style

It’s just that in this case it will be problematic to replace the damaged element. It will not be possible to install built-in lamps or insulate the room.

Enclosed in a large space, the bathroom creates a warm and special comfort

Preparing the walls

The main requirement for the surface on which plastic slats are mounted is that it must be flat.

To do this, the protrusions on the walls must be knocked down and the recesses sealed with cement mortar.
The permissible height of irregularities is up to one and a half centimeters.
Wash the walls from dirt and degrease with a product containing alcohol. It is better not to use gasoline and thinner.

It is recommended to treat the walls with antifungal agents to prevent the growth of harmful bacteria and mold.

Dealing with them later, after the panels are installed, will be much more difficult. To do this, you will have to dismantle the panels, carry out processing, and re-repair the bathtub with panels. Between the wall and the panels is the most favorable place for the growth of fungal bacteria.

Secrets of frameless cladding

Before frameless installation of PVC, it is necessary to level and prime the surface of the walls. For fastening, use liquid nails, taking into account the consumption of 1-2 standard cans per 5-6 sq. m. m or.

In a small bathroom, the interior in light colors visually expands your space

The adhesive is applied to the slab in dots with a distance of 5-10 cm from the edge. The dots are arranged in a checkerboard pattern.

Installation is carried out from the corner clockwise. It is applied to the surface with little force, because the panels are “afraid” of large mechanical impacts.

The advantage of plastic is elegance, reliability and durability

Almost immediately the decorative sheet is detached from the wall surface to allow the glue to dry. After 5-10 minutes the panel is finally installed in place. The upper and lower edges are additionally secured with dowels.

Compliance with this technology is mandatory so that there is no distortion of the following stripes.

Classics with an old style look ambiguous

Gluing panels

If you decide to decorate the walls with flexible PVC panels, the wall must first be cleaned of any remaining plaster, leveled and treated with an antiseptic. Next, the wall should be marked. Calculate in advance how many panels you will need and which of them will need to be cut.

Glue for gluing is used specially for working with PVC; it can be bought at the same hardware store where you purchase the panels. On the packaging, the manufacturer indicates which type of glue is best to use.

For reliability, it is better to apply glue to both the wall and the panel. After applying the glue, you need to wait 1 minute, attach the panel to the wall and press firmly. When gluing, make sure that there are no gaps between the panels.

The junction of the panels and the bathtub or sink must be treated with silicone sealant. This will protect the wall from moisture and mold formation.

Moisture can accumulate in the depressions of the volumetric panels, so if condensation occurs on their surface, it must be removed with a soft cloth. Mold may grow in a humid environment.

The nuances of finishing ceiling panels

Decorative slabs 20-25 cm wide with a glossy surface are used to cover the ceiling. You can't do without a frame.

It is installed according to marks on the surface of the walls. They are easy to make using a water level. The starting point is applied to one wall, and then to the corners. The marks are connected into assembly lines.

A bathroom in light gray looks beautiful and very free

The ceiling frame is made of spruce or pine slats measuring 20x40 mm or 20x50 mm. To fasten the slats, U-shaped hangers are used, which are placed every 40-50 cm. The frame for the lamps is additionally strengthened.

Installation begins with screwing the baseboard to the frame. Then the decorative slats are inserted under the baseboard on one side, and then on the other and attached to the sheathing with screws.

Easy to install yourself, without turning to specialists for help

During installation, the electrical wires are routed outside. The installation is completed by treating the seams with silicone sealant.

It is better to install ceiling tiles diagonally and use screws with a press washer, because the bathroom atmosphere is characterized by high humidity and temperature changes.

Green plastic panels in bathroom decoration

Equipment and additional elements

When finishing a bathroom or toilet with plastic panels, the following types of components are used:

Universal corner. It is a plate bent at a right angle. The part is used for finishing internal and external corners.
Skirting for floor and ceiling. Part of the profile is placed under the panels, the other side covers uneven cuts and surfaces.
Outdoor corner. Helps to beautifully decorate the outer corner, hiding unevenness.
Inner corner. It differs from the external one in the size of the sides. The wide part is placed under the lamellas, the narrow part is used to hide irregularities.
Connecting corner. Used to connect panels without a lock. It is used when the length of the lamellas is insufficient for finishing the surface.
Start/finish profile. It is installed when laying the first and last panels. Sometimes a finishing guide is used instead of a universal angle.
F-shaped corner. Placed at joints and can replace casing.
Sheathing plank. It is considered the main element of the frame. The part is made of metal or plastic.
Klyammer. Used to press panels to sheathing. Allows you to remove slats without damaging them.
Fastening elements. The material is secured with self-tapping screws, staples or liquid nails. The choice of fixation method depends on the installation method of the cladding and the quality of the walls.

Main types of bathroom panels

There are the following types of wall panels:

Leafy . They have the appearance of a rectangle, with a length of 2-5 meters and a width of 12-40 centimeters. A universal material for bathrooms of any size.
Rack and pinion They are made in the form of narrow rectangles (slats), the length of which is within 2-5 meters, and the width is 5-10 centimeters. Used for finishing small rooms, as well as for ceilings.
Square . They are made in the form of squares, the width of the walls ranges from 20 centimeters to 2 meters. Used for finishing small areas (for example, to create a pattern on one of the walls).

Seamless patterns

Any catalog of PVC panels for the bathroom contains different types of products. Not only the design and dimensions of the elements differ, but also the methods of fastening.

There are seamless options, examples with a chamfer. In the first case, during installation, the impression of a homogeneous surface is achieved.

The elements are connected tightly, without visible joints. Externally, the seams are not noticeable. This option is ideal when laying out continuous patterns.

Options with chamfers

Products with a chamfer are connected in such a way that a recess is formed between the panels. The gutter looks organic and acts as an additional decorative element.

The option looks good in a uniform color, simulating wood.

Varieties

Panels that imitate tiles are different. For example, the most popular polyvinyl chloride models are divided into several types, having different shapes and resistance classes.

According to their shape, PVC panels are divided into two main options.

Leafy. PVC sheets are easy to install. They are installed on the bases using an adhesive composition. Visually they are very similar to plywood.
Square details. These materials have a clear, strict form. The design here can be varied. The layout is carried out alternating different shades or an original pattern is created.

Polyvinyl chloride tiles, in turn, may vary depending on the type of fastening provided.

With lock type connection. Such materials are installed using tongue-and-groove connections. Before installing such products, you have to resort to preparatory work.
Popular options are those that are attached to bases with adhesive compounds. Here, a special glue is used, which is applied to the back surface of the panels, after which they are pressed to the base and rolled with a roller.
There is a large assortment of self-adhesive panels/tiles . One side is adhesive and covered with a paper layer. To install these materials, you do not need to purchase additional products or adhesive solutions. It is enough to remove the layer of paper from the part and apply it to the base. In most cases, these options are used if you need to add interesting decorative elements to your decor.

Bathroom panels vary in design. On sale you can find models for tiles in a variety of colors and shades. It is possible to choose both light and dark, both matte and shiny options - there are a lot of solutions.

Disadvantages of the type of finish

The number of minuses, compared to the vastness of the positive qualities, is small. The material is fire hazardous. Plastic melts quickly and emits black acrid smoke when burned.

The panels become brittle at sub-zero temperatures. The product is not highly durable even under normal conditions.

With strong pressure or impact, cracks, chips, and scratches quickly appear.

With regular exposure to sunlight, paints quickly fade and a characteristic yellowness appears.

If the products are used correctly, defects will not be noticeable.

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Types of panels made of different materials

The panels are made from various materials - PVC, MDF, seamless plastic, acrylic, glass and others. Below the main types of panels will be discussed.

PVC

PVC plastic has good elasticity, does not allow water to pass through and is resistant to slight deformation. It is lightweight and easy to transport and install.

Various designs can be applied to the surface of the material - for example, landscape, flowers, drops, geometric patterns, abstraction, and so on.
Installation diagram of PVC panels

MDF panels

They are made on the basis of pressed wood dust with protective impregnation. The material has excellent strength and environmental friendliness, does not allow water to pass through, and retains heat well.

However, it is heavier and cannot be painted on its surface.

SIP panels

The material consists of two layers of wood, between which there is a heat insulator (expanded polystyrene foam or polyurethane foam).

The material retains heat well, protects against water, and has good strength and reliability. However, SIP boards are expensive and have a large thickness (from 10 millimeters).

Seamless plastic

They are narrow slabs 15-25 centimeters wide, based on PVC, which do not have connecting grooves.

Thanks to this property, you can create a coating that will have no seams, which will allow you to create a beautiful finish (for example, you can make a large drawing in the vision of a stylish plant). However, seamless plastic is more expensive, and it is a little more difficult to install.

Acrylic

In terms of technical and aesthetic properties, acrylic is similar to PVC - it has an interesting, pleasant appearance, it is easy to transport and install, it has good heat and moisture resistance, and so on.

In addition, acrylic has higher strength and is easy to care for. However, acrylic costs several times more than PVC, which makes it less popular.

Tiled

Tile panels are usually made from PVC or acrylic. Their main feature is the presence of a pattern that completely imitates ceramic tiles.

The material is suitable for people who really love ceramics, but they do not have the time, energy or experience to install full-fledged tiles.

Glass

Glass panels have the form of rectangles and squares, under which you can make a lining to create a pattern (for example, a flower). Photo design using glass is highly hygienic, and if necessary, it can be quickly washed.

But cladding with glass also has disadvantages - the material is expensive, highly fragile, more difficult to install, and in the case of a large bathroom area, repairs will cost a pretty penny.

Laminate

Laminated boards are made from fiberboard, which is additionally coated with a waterproof coating, which makes it possible to use it in bathrooms.

Laminate is characterized by good strength, low weight, and various designs (for example, flowers) can be applied to its surface. However, it is more demanding in terms of installation, so it is more difficult to install.

Aquapanels

Aquapanel is a fashionable fiberglass mesh filled with expanded clay. The material perfectly withstands exposure to high and low temperatures, does not crack over time, and withstands water and mechanical shocks well.

However, the aquapanel can only be attached to a special coating based on a metal facade (lathing).

Mosaic

The mosaic panel is made from plastic or acrylic with the appropriate technical characteristics. The main feature is the presence of a mosaic pattern, which can have different colors.

There are several hundred design options on sale, so a person can easily choose the best option for himself.

Decorative panels

Decorative panels are also made on the basis of acrylic or PVC. Various unique designs are applied to their surface - flowers, landscapes, various objects, abstract patterns, and so on.

The panel can be installed either on the entire wall or on a separate fragment of it (for example, to decorate the space around a mirror).

Sheet format

Sheet-type panels are made of two-layer plastic with a “filling” of special jumpers. The leaves are large in size, but thin. Installation is carried out end-to-end, the seams are additionally filled with sealant.

It is recommended that installation be carried out on a prepared, flat surface or sheathing. The option requires careful installation and careful operation.

The designs of PVC sheet panels for bathrooms are varied to suit all tastes.