Can you use wall panels in a shower?

Can the panels be used in a shower? Yes. They are ideal for use as shower wall panels. They can be fitted inside an existing shower cubicle or around the shower area of a bath (if you are using a shower over a bath) .

What size do shower wall panels come in?

Most panels come in lengths of 2600mm. You generally only have to worry about the width. Panel width can range from 200mm up, but often standard shower wall panels are 250mm. Bigger width panels such as 1000mm (1m) wide are easier to install as they cover more in one go, but are generally more expensive.

Are aqua boards any good?

The main reason using aqua board is it’s resistance to water . Plaster board will do if cost is an issue and it should handle the weight. Aqua board is more expensive but better if leaks occur as they can withstand water far better.

Is a shower panel a good idea?

When considering a modern, easy to care for and stylish wall covering, you should consider shower wall panels. These are a modern alternative to bathroom tiles, and with no grout required, the risk of mould and discolouring is eradicated completely.

What do you put behind shower panels?

Use an appropriate waterproof or moisture-resistant backing material behind grouted tile or stone or segmented plastic or fiberglass tub and shower surrounds. Appropriate materials include cement board which has a cementitious core and glass mats on both sides to strengthen the board.

Can you use PVC wall panels in a shower?

PVC Panels are water proof and the joints are water resistant. PVC panels can be used in areas like kitchens and bathrooms that may get wet often.

What width are shower panels?

All panels are waterproof, all panels can be used in showers. A large proportion of the panels on sale in the UK are made in widths of 250mm. They are usually sold in packs of 4 so that 1 pack will cover 1mt wide. This makes calculating the requirement for your bathroom a little easier.

What size are PVC wall panels?

Our PVC wall panels range in various widths from 250mm wide up to 1200mm, 5mm to 10mm thick and 2.4 metres to 2.6 metres in height and can be used on the walls or ceilings.

Can you tile onto aqua board?

AQUAPANEL® Cement Board Indoor (according DIN EN-12467) As a standard it is possible to apply tiles – without taking further measures – with a max. weight up to 50 kg/m² in the interiors and a tile size up to 600 mm x 600 mm. Set studs at maximum 625 (600) mm for horizontal and vertical installation of the boards.