What are the panels for toilet decoration and what are their properties?
In general, there are two types of panels: MDF and PVC .The only difference is in the material and the method of manufacture. Operational properties are almost identical. MDF panels have a wood structure, PVC - plastic. The main characteristics of these types of materials:
- Ease and ease of installation .For laying the panels, you do not need to prepare the base in any way( align, primer).For their application, you only need to make a crate of wooden beams.
- Uncomplicated care .In the process of washing, you can use almost any detergent. The coating also has resistance to aggressive components.
- Good thermal insulation and sound absorption characteristics of the , thanks to the insulated cells inside the material, as well as the air cushion that forms between the base and the panels. It is she who "absorbs" extraneous noise.
- Water resistance of .That is why this coating is successfully used in premises with a high level of humidity( kitchens, bathrooms, toilets, baths, saunas, bathrooms, etc.).
- Significant saving labor and financial resources .Installation of panels will cost you much cheaper than laying typical tiles. And their installation will take much less time.
PVC panels: what are their technical characteristics?
In appearance, these panels have the form of rectangles with hard edges, due to which the proper rigidity is provided. Their compressive strength is on average 70 H / mm2, and the density is 1.38-1.42 g / cm3.The appearance of the PVC panel has been preserved for many decades. While they can be operated in completely different weather conditions at a temperature of ± 50 ° C.Some types of material can withstand t up to +115 ° C.
The top, front part can be painted or any other drawing. That is, you can pick up panels under any design, be it an office or an apartment. Above, the image is covered with a layer of matte or glossy varnish, which gives it an additional attractiveness and protects from external damaging effects. The size of each panel can vary within the following limits: 2.5-6 m( length), 8-12 mm( thickness), 10-30 cm( width).
Installation of PVC panels in the toilet
When is made to repair the toilet with PVC panels, it passes quickly enough. As already mentioned, there is no need to prepare a special preparation. It is important only to make the crate. But first things first. Before this, you need to pick up all the related tools: slats, hangers, corner profile, ceiling skirting board, PVC panels for the toilet. Then proceed to measure the width, height, length. Take into account all the available protrusions and communications. This is necessary in order to correctly calculate the amount of material.
Today, the panels are available in sizes of 0.38 and 0.25 meters. In addition to them you need to purchase corners, finishing and starting profiles.
Next proceed to mount the frame of wooden racks. However, before that, it is important to treat them with a protective composition against mold and fungus. On each wall, an average of 4 slats, the distance between which should be 0.5 meters. Use dowels and nails.
Next determine the place of the beginning of installation and in accordance with this cut off the corner or starting profile. Lay it on the frame and insert the first panel. It is attached to the profile using a stapler. So, gradually, one by one, PVC bars are inserted. Holes for plumbing devices and pipes are cut.