Bathroom Panel Repair

Plastic panels are in great demand today, because you can use them for a variety of types of finishing work. With their help, you can transform the interior, originally mask various communications, save money on buying more expensive materials, such as tiles. If you repair the bathroom with PVC panels, then you can design it in the same style that you have long dreamed of. This article will help you in this, in which we will talk about the advantages of this material, the peculiarities of performing similar work and all kinds of performance techniques.

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The main advantages of plastic panels

If we conduct a comparative analysis of PVC panels with other materials used for decoration, we can highlight a number of advantages.

These include:

1. The ability to choose from a huge variety of shades and colors.
2. High level of moisture resistance. Mold does not form on plastic products, they do not deteriorate from moisture, even if they are in constant contact with it for a long time.
3. Simplicity and speed of installation. Repair in the bathroom with PVC panels can easily be done independently, without having special skills and experience in creating the facing of the room.
4. The ability to mask communications. Even despite the small area of ​​such rooms, with the help of PVC panels you can make an excellent cladding, hide from the views surrounding all the elements that previously spoiled their appearance.
5. Simplicity in terms of operation.
6. An opportunity to increase sound insulation of a bathroom.
7. Low cost of material.
8. Any damage is quickly repaired and does not require serious financial investments.

Important! To buy really high-quality materials, pay more attention to certain characteristics. I.e:

• Consider how many stiffening ribs the panels have, because the more they are, the stronger they are. If there are no damages on the stiffeners, this indicates a high quality of the products. The presence of any defects indicates that the material was not stored properly.
• The front of the product also deserves attention - it should have a uniform color.
• To determine the quality of the panels, it is enough to measure their length and width in different places - if they differ, then it is better not to buy them.

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What PVC panels to choose for a bathroom?

It is very important to understand which PVC panels are best for the bathroom, because their performance and service life depend on this:

• As a standard, they have a length of three meters, so you can use them in a variety of rooms. They perfectly withstand the constant exposure to moisture, are reliable, able to last at least 20 years.

Important! PVC products cope well with serious pressure drops, so apartment owners do not have to worry about any defects appearing on them.

• The surface of the panels can be glossy or matte, but at the same time they do not differ much from each other.

Important! Maximum attention must be paid to the size of the bathroom. If the room is small, then it is better to give preference to products with a glossy surface, which will visually expand the space and contribute to the reflection of light.

• It is recommended to pay attention to the type of panel connection. Products of a seamless type allow you to connect the elements in such a way that outwardly they will look like one piece. But no matter which mounting option you choose, even without any experience, you can carry out self-assembly.

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How to choose the pattern and color of the panels?

When choosing which panels are best for the bathroom, first of all take into account your own preferences, pay less attention to standard room design options. But still, to make the bathroom look attractive, consider some recommendations of specialists. For instance:

1. Panels of light shades are more suitable for a small room - this will visually make it more spacious.
2. Look great products with drawings that combine several colors at the same time.
3. Models with the image of elements staggered are in special demand.
4. In the case of large rooms, you can safely experiment with a variety of shades.
5. For classic interiors, models with drawings imitating natural wood are more appropriate.

Important! Do not choose panels with patterns that include many small elements, as they give the impression of contaminated surfaces.

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What materials and tools are needed for installation?

After you have bought the panels, make sure that you have at your fingertips all the necessary additional materials and tools. Buying something during installation is inconvenient.

These tools include:

1. Drill or hammer drill.
2. Hacksaw for metal.
3. Building level.
4. Stapler.

Important! Often, wall decoration in the bathroom occurs using a crate or “liquid nails”, so it is better to purchase them in advance.

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Self-assembly of PVC panels

Repair of a bathroom with wall panels is carried out according to a certain algorithm. It is not recommended to violate it, so as not to encounter serious problems that will be difficult to fix on your own.

Install according to this diagram:

• First of all, free the room from objects that may impede the installation. It is necessary to remove the remains of tile from the walls, then carefully clean the surface.
• If you want to use “liquid nails” for fixing the panels, then the wall surface will have to be additionally prepared using cement mortar. First smooth out all the bumps, then apply putty. Cover the walls with a protective compound against the appearance of fungus.

Important! If you skip this step, then a week after the operation of the room, mold will begin to cover the PVC panels. An unpleasant odor will begin to appear.

• If you plan to use the crate for fixing the panels, then equip it with plastic or metal profiles that are not exposed to moisture. In principle, a tree is also suitable, the main thing is to pre-paint and process it. In this case, the installation takes place in accordance with certain rules. The slats are perpendicular to the direction of the PVC elements at a distance of 50 cm from each other.
• In the case of the crate at this stage, you should set the start profile for fixing the panels. Fasten them with screws or a stapler. It is important that no gaps form between them.
• Use corners of a special type in the area of ​​the doorway.
• Install the skirting board.

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Stock footage

All the above work can be done by any person without special experience and professional equipment. Installation is incredibly fast, especially when compared to tile installation.