Quick repair without problems: wall panels for the kitchen

Not everyone can afford expensive repairs with plaster replacement and elite materials. If your task is to save money and at the same time tidy up the room as soon as possible, pay attention to the wall panels for the kitchen. This inexpensive popular material will hide all builders' flaws. There are a lot of options for textures and colors, it will not be difficult for you to choose something to your liking. The homemaster.techinfus.com/en/ editors have prepared a special review for you with useful information on panel finishing. We will tell you about the advantages and disadvantages of wall panels, as well as the nuances of installation and important criteria that will help you choose a high-quality finishing material.

Wall panels - inexpensive material for quick and high-quality renovation

What are kitchen wall panels and why are they so popular?

Wall decoration with panels Is not a new idea. The owners of medieval castles came up with the idea of ​​hiding the cold masonry stone behind the carved wooden shields. In the XVII-XVIII centuries, panels became almost the only type of decoration. They were made of fabric, picturesque canvases, wood and attached to a frame made of timber and slats. Modern panels are a beautiful and practical material. They are made of plastic, MDF, Chipboard, bamboo, metal, acrylic.

The panels are used to decorate hallways, bathrooms, offices, kitchens and even living rooms.

The popularity of this type of finish in its price.Even with a modest budget, you can find great options with imitation wood or stone, natural cork, mirror surface or high-quality photo prints. Panel elements are mounted not only on walls, but also on the ceiling. Installation of wall panels for kitchen does not require special skills, even a beginner can handle it. The owners of apartments and houses love this finish for its reliability and durability.

Laminated panels have excellent moisture resistance, they are easily cleaned from dust and dirt, and are resistant to mechanical damage.

Types of wall panels for kitchen decoration

The photo shows an example of decoration with PVC sheet panels for the kitchen

This finishing material is available in three main modifications. It can be rack, tiled and sheet. Which of these types to choose depends on the characteristics of your interior:

1. Slatted panels require fastening to metal or wooden battens and are suitable for cladding small spaces with internal and external corners. The slats have a tongue-and-groove connection, supplemented with corners, plugs and baseboards.
2. Tiled parts are in the shape of squares. They are attached directly to the wall surface with glue. The tiles are connected with grooves. The tiles can be combined, made up of different patterns, placed at an angle.
3. Sheet panels have impressive dimensions, imitate brick, masonry or tile. They are attached to the wall with glue, and the seams are hidden behind moldings. With the help of such material, you can sheathe a room in a couple of hours.

Fixation of rack fragments is carried out using a construction stapler or small self-tapping screws

In addition to the listed materials, which have a purely decorative function, there are panels that are used as partitions... They are also used in the kitchen and other areas of the house. Such structures have a multi-layer structure with sound and heat insulation.

The pros and cons of wall panels

There is no perfect finishing material. Even in the most expensive coatings there is some unpleasant nuance. Wall panels also have their drawbacks. But first, about their merits:

• Moisture resistance.Most wall panels are made of plastic or laminated MDF. This material does not absorb water, is not afraid of wet cleaning, and this is very important for the kitchen.
• Durability. These parts have a perfectly even smooth coating in which bacteria or fungi cannot find shelter. You won't see mold on this finish.
• UV resistant. PVC and MDF practically do not fade, so the finish will delight you with its fresh look for a long time.
• Resistant to temperature drops. The kitchen is a hot shop, there is often a lot of steam and hot air. High-quality coverage of such extreme conditions is not afraid.
• Easy to install. This type of coating is very easy to install, it does not require special tools or special skills from the installer. There is very little waste after work.
• Versatility of application. The panel covering can be installed on walls and ceilings. They can sheathe partitions, doors, built-in lockers, window bevels and more.
• Variability of colors and textures.Panels can imitate natural materials: wood, stone or fabric, leather, brickwork. You can choose a drawing to match the furniture or an original photo print with a 3D effect.

The paneled kitchen looks very neat

But this coating has its drawbacks. Knowing about them in advance, you can compensate for all the shortcomings:

• Strong smell. Such a defect can only be found in low-quality material, mainly made in China. Don't try to buy the cheapest plastic kitchen panels.
• Fragility. Indeed, thin plastic is often destroyed by the slightest mechanical stress.Choose a coating with a hard and durable surface.

Photo examples of kitchen wall panels

Panels are used not only for covering walls indoors. They can also be used for outdoor decoration and ceiling decoration. There are coating options on which the seam is practically invisible. This design can be used on the ceiling, you get the perfect surface.

In the installation of this type of finish, extreme care must be taken: the slightest defect will be very noticeable

Wood-textured panels usually imitate clapboard. In this case, the seam is specially made visible. The coatings differ in the type of drawing. Thermal film has shown itself well in practice - it is moisture resistant and will be distinguished by increased strength to mechanical damage.

If you are interested in coatings with a special pattern, look for products with direct printing

For the durability of the image, the surface of the material is treated with a special varnish and dried under an ultraviolet emitter. This coating is easy to scratch, so don't place it in your kitchen work area.

Laminating film is another type of coating. It is resistant to damage, but does not have a wide variety of colors.

PVC wall panels for the kitchen: application features

PVC material is resistant to high humidity and temperature extremes. This finish is easy to install and easy to use. PVC walls can be washed with non-abrasive detergents. Contrary to popular belief, PVC is a flame retardant material. The design of plastic kitchen panels includes stiffening ribs that give the finish increased strength.

The surface of PVC sheets is coated with a melamine resinous compound that preserves the color and integrity of the material

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Chipboard and chipboard coverings

Chipboard finishing material is covered with natural wood veneer. For decoration, they use oak, birch, cherry, linden and other species with a high-quality texture. The veneer is protected from moisture and mechanical damage by varnish. Such a finish looks very expensive, and only an experienced eye can distinguish it from solid wood. But we must admit that this is not the most suitable option for the kitchen due to the special operating conditions of this room. But laminated chipboard may well act as a finishing material for a hot shop.

A huge number of available patterns and shades allow you to choose chipboard for the most daring design

An expert's point of view

Dmitry Holodok

Technical Director of the repair and construction company "ILASSTROY"

"Chipboard finish has good sound insulation, it is resistant to temperature effects and does not fade from ultraviolet radiation."

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Wall panels MDF and fiberboard

It's not a bad idea to buy MDF wall panels for kitchen decoration. They are installed, like chipboard, on the crate. Behind such a coating, you can hide communications, make additional insulation using mineral wool.

MDF products can be cleaned with a damp cloth.They do not like hot steam very much, this should be taken into account when placing the cover. Basically, this finish imitates natural wood, it is easy to choose the design to match your kitchen furniture.

An example of high quality MDF products is wall panels for the kitchen from the ALBICO company. They imitate brickwork, natural stone, silk, leather.

Wall panel for a kitchen under a brick from ALBICO

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Wall panels for the kitchen from glass and mirrors

Skinali - so called glass wall panels for kitchen decoration. The price of such products "bites", but for an apron it is the perfect choice. This finish is in perfect harmony with glass worktops, cabinet doors and lamps. The picture on the skin looks very beneficial, if installed illumination of the working area.

You can buy a ready-made glass wall panel for the kitchen or order your own drawing to match your interior design. Such an apron is easy to clean, is not afraid of heat and is covered with a special film that will prevent the glass from scattering into dangerous fragments in case of a strong impact. A small catalog of photo ideas for a kitchen with glass wall panels.

Kitchen decoration with plasterboard with acrylic coating

The gypsum acrylic coating is used to decorate residential and office premises. By itself, this material is conventional gypsum boardcovered with acrylic paint. It is easy and convenient to install them, the surface does not need to be additionally processed. This type of repair can be safely called profitable, because the cost of gypsum acrylic sheets is within 150 rubles per m².

The material is resistant to fire, is not afraid of ultraviolet rays, and has a smooth painted surface. If desired, you can repaint it

Solid wood wall panels

Natural solid wood trim is a truly royal option. This is an expensive repair that requires not only investments, but also the search for good specialists who will not spoil the material. Wood is without a doubt the most environmentally friendly of all of the above materials. There is no need to doubt the quality of the pattern or the durability of the coating.

You will find wood panels not only in elite cottages, but also in expensive restaurants, hotels and other high-status establishments.

But is it worth finishing the kitchen with an array? Before choosing such a design, think carefully. Quite thick parts will "steal" part of the floor space, so if you have small kitchen, it will be very noticeable. And the main drawback is that the tree does not like high humidity. It darkens, rots and becomes covered with fungus. It is difficult to wash the wood from the fat settling in the kitchen. So it turns out that using the array makes sense only if you use the kitchen extremely rarely, preferring restaurant delights to home food.

Other types of wall panels

Quite a rare, but interesting option is bamboo panels. They look like lacquered wicker mats.

Such decoration fits well into the interior in eco-style design with oriental motives

On sale you can find cork coverings. Fans of eco-friendly style will love them, but washing them from fat in the kitchen is not a pleasant task

For an apron in an Art Deco kitchen, you can buy metal wall panels.

Steel surfaces will successfully fit into a loft or minimalism. They are coated with a special paint that protects the surface from rust.

Design experiments and wall panels for the kitchen

It would seem that what new can be invented in the design of the kitchen, especially on the basis of such a budget option for finishing as wall panels? Nevertheless, a successful combination of different colors and textures can give good results. It is for this reason that designers never use a solid wall covering, but experiment, dividing surfaces into functional zones, visually playing with the space. See what can come of it.

Decorative panels for the kitchen work area

Your kitchen work area is where the hygiene of the coating is especially important. It should be safe, moisture resistant and easy to clean. That is why glass is the best choice for the work area. All other options are valid, but not so successful. PVC apron may deform from the heat of the plate, the veneer will peel off from exposure to steam.

Skinali will be a flawless and reliable coating

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Recommendations of our editorial staff on the choice of wall panels for the kitchen

There is a good saying: measure seven times, cut once. This also applies to the choice of wall panels for the kitchen. What is important to consider:

• material resistance to moisture and steam;
• the possibility of cleaning from soot and grease, including the use of aggressive detergents;
• susceptibility of the product to temperature extremes;
• the likelihood of mold and bacteria growing on the surface;
• material strength for mechanical damage.

If the products you have chosen meet all these requirements - feel free to buy!

How to properly fix wall panels in the kitchen

How you will install the wall panel in the kitchen depends not only on its type, but also on the condition of the walls. On uneven surfaces with flaws, in any case, you will have to make a crate from a metal profile or wood. So you will lose a little area, but teach a perfectly flat surface. If the walls are perfectly flat, you can use glue or fix the panels directly to the wall with self-tapping screws or screws. A small video material in which you will receive basic information on the practice of installing such a coating:

The best manufacturers of wall panels for the kitchen and product prices

The high demand for a low-cost and easy-to-install material has spawned an increase in the production of wall panels. Chinese craftsmen flooded the market with goods of dubious quality and it is sometimes difficult to make a choice without knowing which of the manufacturers you can safely trust. We bring to your attention several enterprises that have earned the trust of buyers with high quality goods:

1. Firm "Kronaplast" - a domestic company offering products from high-quality raw materials, distinguished by their strength and long service life. The price of products is from 350 rubles per piece.
   

   Kronaplast panels are used for finishing kitchens, hallways and bathrooms

2. Baltekoplast Is another Russian manufacturer. The range includes PVC countertops and wall panels. Cost - from 129 rubles apiece.
3. "Le Grand" - high-quality products of this company are made according to German technologies. You will love the wide range of colors and patterns. Price - from 154 rubles apiece.
4. Products from the company "Decoplast" are considered one of the best in terms of price-quality ratio. Consumers especially note the quality of the protective coating. Cost - from 298 rubles apiece.
   

   Decorating from the company "Decoplast" is distinguished by a variety of colors

5. Waterproof panels from the manufacturer "Crocus" are in great demand among domestic buyers. The laminated coating of products is not afraid of high temperatures. Cost - from 260 rubles per piece.

A little patience and minimum costs - and now your apartment takes on a completely different look

Wall panels - This is an excellent material for quick and inexpensive repairs in the kitchen. With their help, you can create a unique interior, and at the same time be sure of the strength and durability of the coating. If you have experience in using wall panels for kitchen decoration, write to us in the comments!

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