PVC panels with mosaics in interior design

Beautiful and technological PVC panels with mosaics in interior design can be seen quite often. This is mainly due to the variety of products and low cost.

PVC panels with mosaic possess numerous positive qualities.

The choice of this finishing material is due to the following advantages:

• low cost;
• a large assortment;
• strength;
• security;
• they do not give in to a mold;
• not afraid of moisture;
• just take care of them (just walk the surface with a soap rag);
• they are easily sawed and bent;
• not affected by ultraviolet rays;

• not afraid of damage;
• good thermal insulation;
• resistance to sudden changes in temperature;
• ease;
• hide the flaws of the walls;
• excellent sound insulation;
• they can be put on any surface;
• simple installation process;
• they are easy to dismantle and replace.

PVC panels will be a good option for:

• bathroom interior;
• lavatory cladding;
• walls in the hallway and corridor;
• showers and spa;
• the design of the kitchen, most often the area where the stove, table and sink are located.

Plastic panels differ a great variety.

Classified into several types.

• Narrow - 25-50 cm wide and about 3 meters long. It looks like a clapboard.
• Sheet - the size of 95 to 48 cm. Another name - plate. It is very voluminous, which makes it convenient for finishing a spacious bathroom.
• Square or rectangular mosaic, the side of which ranges from 30-98 cm. Its decorative surface can be matte, glossy and semi-glossy, it has a embossed pattern.

When buying PVC coating, you should consider the following parameters:

• resistance of the product before impact;
• how smooth the surface is;
• clear pattern of the decorative surface;
• the number of edges responsible for the hardness of the lining components, of which there must be many.

In our country, construction stores have mainly Russian-made assortment. Products of foreign companies can also be found, but the price is much higher. In the Russian market, over time, a list of firms that have won the trust of customers has developed.

These include several companies.

• "Plast-Decor". The company has been working on the production of polyvinyl chloride coatings since 2003 and is currently one of the leaders. Plastic panels here are made on the latest high-tech equipment. Thanks to successful cooperation with stores, its products are in all cities of our country.
• "Repoplast". It has been producing PVC panels since 1999. She has her own factory, which develops new types of coverage. Plastic products of this company are fully consistent with the standards of both Russian and international.
• LLC Planet Plastic. It was born in 2001. His work began with one production line and over the years has become a majorby the manufacturer.

Of the foreign manufacturers should be noted a few.

• Venta. High-quality and fashionable brand from Belgium. One of the plants is located in our country, which allows you to purchase goods at the best prices.
• Fort. Italian brand offering a wide range of PVC products, including models of Le Murino with marble chips.
• Deceuninck The French concern The Deceuninck Group has existed for more than 75 years and has offices in many cities of Russia.
• Shanghai Zhuan. There is a Chinese brand, a representative office of the company in our country.

It is necessary to begin installation with cleaning the walls from dust and residues of old material. In addition, they need to be leveled and puttied. After that, the panels should be left to lie at room temperature for about ten hours. Then degrease the working surface of the panel. The next step is applied to the walls of the primer deep penetration. After the walls are completely dry, glue is spotted on them, the distance between the drops should be about 25-30 cm.

Clay is better to take one that:

• consists of synthetic resins;
• not afraid of damp;
• dries quickly;
• has a high ability to bond surfaces;
• not afraid of sharp fluctuations in temperature;
• does not have a strong chemical smell.

When choosing a glue manufacturer, it is best to trust companies with a good reputation.

These include:

• Kleiberit. Differs in universality and optimum cost. Dries quickly and is moisture resistant. All components are environmentally friendly.
• "Emfikol." It has a viscous structure, has no color, reliably adheres to the surface.
• "Moment Crystal". It can be noted its transparency and versatility, the ability to glue a plastic panel to any material.
• MitreFix. Another good moisture-carrying glue.
• "Moment Mounting Liquid Nails". Reduces sound permeability, reliably glues even poorly combinable materials.

An alternative to glue can serve as liquid nails. When the glue dries, the panel is tightly applied to the wall, then detached and pressed again after one minute. In order to avoid uneven distribution of glue, they should cover only one surface, and wait 48 hours to secure the result. The final touch of the procedure is the elimination of residual glue with a sponge or piece of cloth.

For installation in this way it is necessary to prepare:

• drill;
• wort for fit panel;

• dowel-nails;
• level to monitor the position of the panel;
• hacksaw for wood or metal;
• nails, furniture stapler, hammer, screwdriver.

The crate is made of wood bars, treated with antiseptic. The distance from one bar to another should be no more than 50 cm. The panel is fixed by means of screws or fixing brackets.

To hide the gaps that appeared during the installation process, it is recommended to use silicone sealant or overhead slats.

Mosaic panels are so versatile that they will be a profitable option for any bathroom decor. The design can be varied with a combination of contrasting colors or a gradual transition from one shade to another. Another original approach is to combine several materials in facing, for example, panels and tiles, which allows dividing a room into zones.Such a technique is relevant when repairing a combined bathroom.

Creating your own style of decor, you can play with the direction of laying panels - arrange them vertically, diagonally, horizontally or in combination. Vertical design can visually make the ceiling higher, while the horizontal one will create the illusion of a wide room.

Looks favorably and composed of mosaic panels panels. It all depends on the imagination, you can fold the image of water expanses or a drop-down flower, mountains and castles, the faces of the heroes of books and films. Choosing a color, it is advised to give preference to burgundy, brown, black or beige, they give the room a noble look. In addition, the turquoise shade of pearl and blue gained great popularity.

Adherents of the classics can combine in the design of the bathroom black and white tones, folding them in the original ornament. This can be a chess pattern or alternating stripes.A considerable advantage of such a design is universality, since it is in harmony with any components of the decor.

In the next video you will find the correct installation of PVC panels.