Planning to execute interior decorationit's worth figuring out how to fix PVC panels to the wall and ceiling. Installation can be done in different ways. It all depends on the chosen method of fixing the plastic elements. We invite you to get acquainted with the existing varieties of finishing materials, order, features of their installation.
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- 1 Materials for cladding walls and ceilings with plastic panels for kitchens, bathrooms and other rooms
- 1.1 PVC panels for kitchen, bathroom and other rooms
- 1.2 Adhesive for PVC panels: popular compositions
- 1.3 Do-it-yourself lathing materials for installing plastic panels on the ceiling and walls
- 2 How to cut PVC panels: tools used
- 3 How to fix PVC panels to the wall and ceiling: important nuances
- 3.1 Do-it-yourself ceiling surface made of plastic elements
- 3.1.1 Preparatory work before installing plastic panels on the ceiling
- 3.1.2 Installation of PVC panels on the ceiling using glue
- 3.1.3 How to fix plastic panels to the ceiling on the crate
- 3.2 Wall decoration with PVC panels: methods of fastening the finishing material
- 3.2.1 Preparatory work before wall cladding with PVC panels
- 3.2.2 Installation of PVC panels on walls using glue
- 3.2.3 How to fix plastic panels to the wall on the crate
- 3.1 Do-it-yourself ceiling surface made of plastic elements
Materials for cladding walls and ceilings with plastic panels for kitchens, bathrooms and other rooms
Different elements can be used for wall and ceiling cladding. By choosing plastic panels for kitchen, corridor, bathroom, it is worthwhile to competently approach the choice of a suitable option, having studied the advantages of each. We invite you to get acquainted with the existing varieties of cladding and materials.
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PVC panels for kitchen, bathroom and other rooms
Manufacturers offer PVC panels for kitchen and bathroom with different surface textures. The choice can be made in favor of glossy or matte. In addition, the surface is smooth and structured. Depending on the general stylistic design of the room, preference can be given to monochromatic elements or cladding with a characteristic pattern.
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Mikhail Starostin
Head of the team of the repair and construction company "Dom Premium"
“Mirror plates, as well as those imitating natural materials such as stone and wood, are especially popular.”
The shape may vary. The catalogs contain rectangular and square elements. PVC tiles for bathroom walls are selected taking into account the size and configuration of the surface to be faced. In some cases, long elements are preferred. In others, it is worth choosing square ones.
Sizes of PVC panels for walls differ from those intended for ceiling cladding. The latter have a thickness of 5 mm and thin partitions. Wall planks are made with a thickness of 8 - 10 mm. They have thicker baffles and walls. You can distinguish one species from another by the cut.
Width may vary too. Planks 10 cm wide with shaped edges are often called plastic clapboard. They allow you to form a coating that has the same structure as when using a natural material. Most often, strips with a width of 25 and 37 cm are used for wall cladding. Their length is 2.7 or 3 m. Some manufacturers offer non-standard options.
Attention! Manufacturers offer 3mm thin wall panels. Such strips are solid and have a width of 48 cm.
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Adhesive for PVC panels: popular compositions
For fixing PVC panels, a suitable adhesive should be used. He must:
- be moisture resistant if the kitchen or bathroom is to be finished;
- have high adhesion to wall material and plastic;
- withstand significant temperature fluctuations;
- have antibacterial properties;
- be durable;
- grab quickly;
- comply with regulatory requirements for the level of safety. The presence of a pungent odor or toxic components is unacceptable;
- be transparent.
Most often, wall decoration with plastic panels is carried out using the following compounds:
- Clayberite 636.
- Liquid nails 601.
- Liquid nails 915.
- Liquid Nails 901.
- Moment Crystal.
- Emficol 34012A.
Do-it-yourself lathing materials for installing plastic panels on the ceiling and walls
The lathing for PVC panels is made of various materials. The choice can be made in favor of:
- wooden blocks with transverse dimensions 40 × 20 mm. When installing the battens in a room with high humidity (bathroom, kitchen), each element is treated with a special compound that prevents the appearance of mold. To fasten the planks, use wood screws, staples or nails with a wide head. This option is of limited use;
- metal profile. For rooms with a high level of humidity, zinc-coated strips are chosen. Do-it-yourself installation of a ceiling made of plastic panels using self-tapping screws for metal;
- plastic mounting plates and cleats. This crate was specially designed for plastic panels. Installation is made in a groove on the profile. Additional fixation is not required. If necessary, the cladding can be quickly dismantled.
Attention! Plastic lathing minimally conceals the interior space of the room. There is only 1 cm between the decorative cover and the wall.
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How to cut PVC panels: tools used
Before mounting on a wall or ceiling, each plastic strip is adjusted to size. Before doing this, it is worth learning how to cut PVC panels so as not to violate their integrity. The choice of tool will depend on the volume and specifics of the work performed. Usually they use:
- cutter. Allows you to form a straight, straight cut line. If you need to create rounds, there will be some difficulties;
- hacksaw. A more practical option. You just need to choose a tool with fine teeth.
- jigsaw, circular, grinder. Significantly accelerate the process in a longitudinal section. You need to work at low speeds;
- knife. Ideal when processing a small number of elements. You can use a regular kitchen or stationery.
We suggest watching a video that tells you how to cut plastic strips:
How to fix PVC panels to the wall and ceiling: important nuances
Before proceeding with the installation work, you need to thoroughly figure out how to fix the plastic panels to the ceiling or walls. It is possible to form a high-quality coating only with strict adherence to technological requirements. We invite you to get acquainted with the important nuances.
Do-it-yourself ceiling surface made of plastic elements
Installation of PVC panels on the ceiling can be done in various ways. Each option when performing repairs in a bathroom or kitchen deserves special attention.
Preparatory work before installing plastic panels on the ceiling
Before starting the installation of plastic panels on the ceiling, you need to perform a number of preparatory work, before the beginning of which the scheme of fastening the facing material is drawn up, the required amount is calculated material. A layer of old paint is removed from the ceiling surface and plasters. Even if the PVC strips will be attached to the crate, it is worth removing the old decorative coating. It can cause damage to the decorative finish during subsequent use.
Installation of PVC panels on the ceiling using glue
If the ceiling surface is sufficiently flat, the installation of plastic panels in the bathroom, and in any other room, is carried out using glue. The works are performed in the following sequence:
| Illustration | Procedure |
 | An adhesive is applied to the seamy side of the plastic elements, which must be evenly distributed over the surface. |
 | The PVC element is pressed against the base and held for several minutes, ensuring its fixation. The next one is attached in a similar way. After applying the adhesive, the element is inserted into the groove of the previous panel and glued to the base |
How to fix plastic panels to the ceiling on the crate
If the substrate is uneven, it is difficult to use the adhesive. In this case, it is worth figuring out how to make a crate for plastic panels. The work is carried out in the following sequence:
| Illustration | Procedure |
 | A UD profile is installed around the perimeter of the room. It is placed with a lid against the wall and fixed with self-tapping screws. The spatial position of the element is carefully controlled. The horizontality of the formed decorative cladding depends on this. |
 | With the help of CD-profile hangers, guides for PVC panels are attached. The optimum distance between these elements is 50 cm. The CD-profile should be positioned with the cover towards the floor, as it will be the support for the cladding. Their spatial position is verified using a level and a stretched thread. |
 | A starter profile is attached to the UD profile, into which plastic strips will be installed |
 | The first part is installed in the guide profile |
 | To eliminate the sagging of the formed web, the strips are attached to the guides |
 | The rest of the strips are mounted in the same way. |
Wall decoration with PVC panels: methods of fastening the finishing material
When starting to decorate the walls with PVC panels, you must have all the necessary materials in stock. The procedure will depend on the selected mounting method.
Preparatory work before wall cladding with PVC panels
Regardless of how the plastic panels are attached to the wall, the base must be carefully prepared. Preparatory work includes:
- removal of the old coating. There should be no whitewash, fat;
- elimination of cracks;
- alignment of the base.
In order for the wall cladding with PVC panels to be durable, the height differences should not exceed 5 mm. At higher values, the plastic will begin to deform. After the base is fully prepared, you can start installing PVC panels in the bathroom.
Installation of PVC panels on walls using glue
If the humidity level in the room is not exceeded, and the walls are even, the installation of PVC wall panels can be performed using an adhesive. The planks must be attached to a carefully prepared base. Installation of PVC panels on walls begins with applying the composition to the element. Then the product is pressed tightly against the wall and held for several minutes, waiting for fixation in the desired position. We suggest watching the following video, which tells you how to fix wall panels with glue:
How to fix plastic panels to the wall on the crate
With this method of wall cladding, the frame is first mounted. Then the facing material is attached to it. If you are interested in step-by-step instructions for installing wall panels with your own hands, we suggest watching the following video. The technology of work performance is described in detail here:
Share in the comments if you had to perform plastic cladding? How did you decide to fix the plastic panels to the wall or ceiling?
