Choosing Decorative Bathroom Wall Panels

Why Choose Bathroom Wall Panels?Customize Them to your LikingThere almost are as many bathroom wall panels as you can dream up. You can choose something classy, or something fun for a kid’s bathroom. These panels come in a wide variety of faux textures, designs, and colors. DurableBathroom wall panels won’t be damaged by water or chipped like tile is. They are usually waterproof.Good for HealthBecause these panels are mold resistant, you won’t have to worry about the dangerous germs mold could bring into your life. In addition, you won’t need to use special cleaners on these wall panels, so that means you’ll be introducing fewer harmful chemicals into your bathroom, and you won’t have to clean as often. This is good for everyone involved. EconomicalMany of them will be less expensive than tile, so you’d save money on the initial purchase. In addition, unlike tile, these panels do not chip. And unlike wallpaper, they won’t be damaged by water. This means you won’t have to spend extra money repairing or replacing them like you might with tile or wallpaper. Buying these wall panels is truly a one-time investment, not an ongoing one. General Installation Instructions:Installation is not very difficult, especially if you are simply adding the panels over an existing wall. If you aren’t comfortable doing this yourself, call a professional to help you with this project.  Note: the instructions below are to give you a taste of what it’ll be like to install them yourself. Installation will vary depending on your situation. The types of panels, and the room will affect the installation process. What you’ll need:Wall PanelsMoldingKnife capable of cutting wall panels NailsHammer    1. Choose the right bathroom wall panels for you. Do so by measuring your bathroom and determining how much paneling you will need. Make sure to buy paneling that can handle steam and moisture well.   2. If you are replacing an existing wall, you will first need to remove the drywall or sheetrock.   3. Measure the distance between the wall stud centers, and measure the height of the wall. This will let you know how to cut the panels. Cut the panels with the knife in the appropriate height and width.   4. Nail the panels to the studs, with two panels per stud.   5. Add the molding to the seams, and then paint to match the bathroom. Bathroom wall panels are an attractive, economical way to protect your bathroom wall. While the word economical may seem like a codeword for cheap, these panels are not cheaply made. Many of them are high quality and quite attractive. Their durability, good looks, and moisture resistant materials, make them quite a buy.