A Beginner's Guide On How To Install Wall Panelling

If you are looking for an alternative, stylish and affordable solution for your bathroom  walls,  panels might be the right option for your needs. These are always a more appreciated solution to classic tiling and can turn any bathroom into a beautiful, elegant, and timeless room, especially if you pick an exclusive design such as the Slate Brick Matt model. Aside from being convenient, shower wall  panels are also incredibly easy to install, something that you can do by yourself at home. Here's how.  

What Are  Wall  Panellings?

Bathroom wall  panelling is an option to decorate and remodel the shower and bathroom  walls. They represent a convenient, cost-effective, and durable alternative to standard tiling. While the price tag makes this choice accessible by most homeowners, you won't need to compromise on quality or beauty.

Unlike tiles,  panels don't involve grouting and invasive installation processes, and they can be installed up to 6 times faster than normal tiles.  

Shower  wall  panels come in many varieties, designs, and materials. The most common ones include:

• PVC  panels
• uPVC
• Acrylic  Wall  Panels
• Laminated  Wall  Panels

But don't be fooled! PVC  panels can look extremely luxurious, such as the  Riven Slate  panel.

Benefits of Shower  Panels

The benefits of a shower  wall  panel  are endless. Here are only some of the best ones.

• They are extremely easy and quick to install, and they won't require you to hire a specialised tiler
• The  panels are 100% waterproof, and they guarantee a watertight finish
• They are cost-effective and much more affordable than tiles.  
• They don't require much maintenance, and they can be cleaned just by wiping them with water and soap.
• They can be installed over your current tile  wall
• There is an endless range of designs on the market, including exclusive ones such as  metallic  wall  panels.

How Do You Fit Plastic Shower  Wall  Panels?

Here are the simple instructions to fit a shower  wall  panel  in your bathroom. However, before starting it is always recommendable to measure your bathroom and you shower  walls to get a precise indication of the  walls' size. Then, make sure you have picked the right  panel.

What you'll need

• Tape measure
• Sharp blade
• Caulking gun
• Safety goggles
• Electric saw or Stanley knife

How to Install Your Shower  Wall  Panels

• Step 1 - take and record the measurements of the area you wish to cover with the  panels. Measurements will need to refer both to horizontal and vertical sides.  Wall  panels can be fitted on a variety of surfaces, so you should not worry if your  wall  is currently covered in tiles. Nonetheless, it is crucial to check that the floor provides a level and even surface. This is crucial for the joints to meet properly.
• Step 2 - it is unlikely that you will need to cut the  panels to make them fit. Indeed, the majority of them come in a 1-meter width measure, which will fit most showers. Nonetheless, if you need to cut some parts of the  panels off, make sure it is flat on supports. Then mark the cutting lines and ensure the  panel's edges are protected with tape.  
• Step 3 - remove the section of the  panel  in excess through the use of an electric saw. Stanley knives and straight edge saw are also useful tools for this step. Make sure you are using goggles during this step.
• Step 4 - use  panel  trims to ensure a professional waterproof finish.
• Step 5 - using sanding paper or a sanding pad, smooth out all the edges of the  wall  and remove any debris.
• Step 6 - if you need to fit two shower  panels together in a corner, make sure you are using a corner trim secured with screws to the corner. Also, you should use a sealant at the back of the  panels.  
• Step 7 - attach your end caps if you wish to use them  
• Step 8 - Repeat the same process for all of the shower  panels and ensure they are all in the position you wish them to be in. Once they are set like you would like them to be, you can secure them all in place.  

Can You Put Shower  Wall  Panels Over Tiles?

Shower  wall  panels can be fitted on top of existing tiles in your shower. By doing so, you will also be adding an extra layer of protection for the  wall. Indeed, while tiles are waterproof,  panels are entirely water-resistant.

How Do You Glue Shower  Panels?

It is possible to glue shower  panels together, but it is essential to pick a glue strong enough for you to trust it in highly humid environments like a bathroom might be

Conclusion

Fitting a shower  wall  panel  is an easy process that all homeowners can attempt. With just a few tools and some DIY skills, you can turn your outdated bathroom into a new, convenient, and sleek room that is in complete harmony with the rest of your home.