The modern design of the bedrooms involves the use of the original finishing material, which not only serves for a long time, but also fills the room with cosiness and home warmth. Wall panels are considered a great choice when designing bedrooms. They are presented on the market in a huge assortment, are characterized by high quality and easy to install.
What it is?
The panels for the bedroom are a unique building material that allows you to beautifully decorate the interior. In addition, wall panels allow you to hide uneven walls, unsightly wiring and other surface defects in the room. Similar cladding products are produced in various thicknesses., the minimum indicator of which can be 5 mm, and the maximum - 1 cm. As for the sizes, on sale you can find small panels 10-12 cm wide and up to 3 m long. Panels with standard sizes, in which width varies from 15 to 50 cm and length is up to 4 m.
The surface of decorative panels can either be painted with matting compounds or coated with a finish varnish. Many manufacturers also apply special thermal film with 3D effects and patterns to them. Embossed panels, which give the walls a chic look, are very popular with designers.
Installation of such panels is carried out in various ways. So, for example, if the walls of the bedroom are even, then it is enough to glue them on a good glue. If there are irregularities, the drywall construction is first assembled, and decorative elements are attached to it with nails or self-tapping screws.
Advantages and disadvantages
Wall panels for the bedroom are widely used in the design. They have not only many positive reviews, but also are characterized by a number of advantages.
- The perfect combination with any style of room. In addition, with the help of panels you can give the room an unusual look, which you can’t get from simple wallpapering.
- Huge selection of models. Products are presented in various colors and textures, ranging from gentle variations and ending with strict classic ones.
- Easy installation. Panels are quickly fixed to the wall using special glue or profile fastening. There are models that are attached with clips. To install them, you do not need tools and experience.
- High resistance to temperature changes. In winter, nothing will happen to the wall sheathed with material, even if the room is not heated.
- Moisture resistant. Since moisture does not harm the panels, they can be washed. Products are not deformed under the influence of water, therefore, they are easy to clean.
- The presence of antistatic properties. Nand the surface of the decorative material does not accumulate charge, which makes life in the room comfortable and safe. It also prevents the accumulation of dust on the surface of the panels.
- Resistance to fire, damping. High-quality products made of durable material do not burn, but their cheap counterparts can sustain fire, and therefore are considered dangerous.
- Practicality. The panels allow you to hide the cable, wire and other mounting elements. In addition, the panels perfectly hide wall irregularities and defects such as cracks, pits, and mounds.
- Affordable price. Decorative decoration in the bedroom with this material will not cost more than Venetian plaster, beautiful painting or gluing of expensive wallpaper.
As for the shortcomings, the wall panels practically do not have them, with the exception of fragility. When installed, individual elements begin to crack, most often this happens when cutting the material. In addition, dents may appear on the decorative surface under the influence of mechanical stress. Therefore, it is recommended to purchase this type of product for decorating bedrooms in which high loads on the walls are not planned.
Varieties
To date, many designers in the design of the bedrooms use such a modern finishing material as wall panels, as it allows you to give the room a special highlight. Products are produced of various types, so they can differ not only in size, color, design, but also in the material of manufacture. The most common types of panels include the following.
- Rack and pinion. They are a universal material, the length of which varies from 24 to 37 cm, the width is 12-30 cm. Since the dimensions of the panels are small, they need to be installed longer and must be done carefully. As a rule, the rack type is suitable for covering small bedrooms, especially those with many corners. The panels are mounted on a pre-assembled crate (wooden or metal).
The disadvantages of products include the fact that after installation, there is a gap between the elements.
- Tiled. They have the shape of squares. The standard sizes of the panels are from 30 to 100 cm. They can be fixed both with glue and special clamps. The main advantage of such products is that they allow you to combine patterns and colors. Most often, tile panels are staggered. They have no shortcomings.
- Leafy. The thickness of this decorative material does not exceed 6 mm, the length can vary from 1.2 to 2.5 m. The top layer of the products is durable, it is additionally decorated. Most often, sheets are sold with imitation of mosaics, wood and brick. They usually sheathe one or two walls, forming an angle. Plus products - quick installation, minus - fasteners are made on glue, so it requires a perfectly flat surface.
Depending on the material of manufacture, wall panels are divided into several types.
- Wooden. They are characterized by high quality and environmental friendliness, but are unstable to high humidity. Compared to plastic and glass, they are much more expensive, therefore, mixed models are often found on sale, in which the base is plastic, and the surface and the set of compounds are made of wood. Most often, bamboo, oak, cedar, maple and alder are used to make wood panels. Externally, the material looks harmonious and goes well with wooden flooring.
Bamboo is well suited for wall cladding in the bedroom, if the design provides for an oriental style.
- MDF panels. These decorative items consist of pressed chips and adhesive mass, which creates a durable canvas. The main advantage of this type of product is low cost, in addition, it is available in a wide range of textures, sizes and colors. Such panels have excellent sound and heat insulation. The disadvantage is the high weight and the fact that the glue can emit fumes harmful to human health.
- Chipboard panels. They are considered a good finishing material and have a favorable price and practicality. Products are made from wood fibers, which are pressed at high temperature. In addition, particleboard does not harm health. Such panels are attached to the walls both on glue and on a crate assembled from wood or metal. Do not fix the panels on soft, dirty and damp surfaces.
- PVC panels. They are among the most widely used, as they have a low weight and a different texture, are characterized by a beautiful view, high resistance to moisture and the possibility of painting. The only drawback of the products is their low strength, they often break and are damaged during installation.
- Glass. Unlike the above types, they are produced in a chic design, they can be represented by 3D images, backlighting and unusual imitation of natural material. The only drawback of such products is that fingerprints may remain on the glass. As for the advantages, there are many of them - strength, a huge selection of colors and textures, quick installation.
Despite its strength, it is necessary to be more careful with glass panels during installation and operation, since under strong mechanical stresses their surface can burst.
- Gypsum. They are an excellent finishing material for wall cladding in the bedroom. In addition, such panels can also decorate the ceiling, which in combination with the walls will create an interesting look. Products are available with a glossy and matte surface in various colors. This material should not be confused with drywall, which is more fragile and unreliable.
Selection tips
Wall panels will help to create a unique design in the bedroom, but before proceeding with the direct design of the room, it is important to choose the right decorative material, taking into account your tastes and preferences. Before you purchase the product and attach it to the wall, you need to know the exact size of the room, the height of the ceilings, the level of lighting, humidity and the condition of the walls. Having all the necessary information, it will be easy to choose the right type of panels and their color. So, for example, vertically placed slatted panels will make the bedroom visually higher, and in a horizontal position they, on the contrary, lower the height of the ceilings.
Tiles are recommended for decoration of small areas, and it is best to sheet several walls simultaneously with sheets.
If the bedroom has a window, then it is provided with daylight and it can be decorated with light shades. It is important not to forget that the texture and color of the panels should not be alien to each other. In this regard, acting on the principle of "combine incongruous", you can get a strange design.In the bedrooms, where the classic style and simple furniture made of natural wood predominate, you can use wooden panels. They will ideally complement modern modules, but they will “get lost” against the background of white plastic and colored glass, which corresponds to the hi-tech style.
The color of the panels plays a huge role. It is best to give preference to a coloring that does not get dirty quickly. You should also pay attention to the method of installation of the material, since the speed of work will depend on this. For example, certain types of panels require installation on a crate, and for others, preliminary alignment of walls should be performed, which is only possible for experienced craftsmen.
Regardless of the type, all wall panels must have a quality certificate in which each manufacturer indicates the following indicators: smoke formation, toxicity, flammability and flammability. The higher the level of each indicator, the worse the material. In addition, the integrity of the panels should be checked. Chips and visible damage are not allowed on their surface. Fasteners must also be integral.
Beautiful examples
To date, the interior decoration of the premises is represented by chic versions with various building materials. Particularly noteworthy are the wall panels in the bedroom, thanks to which you can create a modern design.
- In the small bedroom, a wall at the head is suitable for installing panels. Placed in the horizontal direction, they visually expand the space. Light-colored material will be original combined with furniture and flooring. To dilute the monotony, you should hang a contrasting element in the form of a picture on the wall.
- In the spacious bedrooms, which are furnished not only with a wardrobe, a bed, but also have cabinets, chests of drawers, panels can be used to mark the surfaces of the modules, giving the room comfort and coziness. It is advisable to use the panels a few tones lighter or darker than the shade of the furniture. A beautiful floor covering in the form of a carpet and small figurines placed on the stands will help to complement such a composition.
How to install wide wall panels, see the video below.