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Installation Methods

You really start to appreciate the benfits of wall panelling when it comes to installation. There is virtually no preparation required - the panels can go straight onto brick, block, plaster, battens or stud-work and can even go over existing ceramic tiles.

Sticking

Panelling installers that we have consulted prefer to stick the panels directly to the wall using panel adhesive (such as No More Nails, Gripfill etc.) Panel adhesive is quite thick and can be used to pack out the panels if the walls are sligtly uneven. There is no need to cover the entire surface of the panel as you would with a ceramic tile - blobs of adhesive here and there are sufficient as each panel is held in place by the next on via the tongue and groove system.

Stapling

The panels can also be stapled if the walls are suitable - plasterboard or plywood walls or partitions are typical situations. The staples will not be seen as the next panel in line will cover the fixing. This method is very quick and is one of the easist methods to undo if the panels need to be removed.

Battens

If the walls are very uneven, battens can be used to achieve a level surface and then the panels can be attached to the battens using panel adhesive or a staple gun.

Combinations

It is also possible to use combinations of installation methods.

For example, ceiling cladding is quite often stuck to an existing ceiling but staples are used to hold it in place while the adhesive dries.

Another common combination is used where an old bathroom is half-tiled and the tiles are bedded in cement. These are notoriously difficult to remove so they can be left in place and the top half battened out to the same level. The panels are then stuck onto the tiles and stapled to the battens.

Screws

Screws can be used but they slow the installation process down and offer no real advantage.

Joints

The joints between the panels do not usually need to be sealed, but a thin bead of silicone can be applied inside the joint where the panels will come into contact with a high pressure shower - such as a power shower - just to be on the safe side.