Kitchen finishing with plastic panels. Finishing the kitchen with PVC panels is an economical option for creating a kitchen design Covering the kitchen with plastic panels

The issue of kitchen renovation and design is very important for the reason that all residents of the house, guests, friends and relatives will very often be in this room. For children, this room also becomes one of the most important, and what can we say about adults. Finishing your kitchen with plastic panels is one of the good ways to keep it clean and shiny. This is also a great option to create a unique design. For those who are going to argue about the mandatory presence of tiles in the kitchen, let’s say right away that cladding with PVC panels is much cheaper than the tiled option. That's why you should consider plastic as a good finishing material.

Advantages and disadvantages of panels

I would like to say right away that such a panel is not very picky in installation. Therefore, there will not be large costs here either. And let’s dispel the myth that it is not beautiful and cheap in appearance. There are a lot of different panels, from very cheap to expensive (almost the same cost as tiles). Their designs are also very different - from snow-white to PVC with a floral pattern or a water world. Therefore, if you choose the right color scheme of plastic, your kitchen will turn into a real masterpiece.

The plastic panel can be from one meter to three meters long. And the width can vary from ten to 25 centimeters, depending on wishes (there are dimensional exceptions, about 30-40 centimeters). At the same time, if you want to find both a 20-centimeter strip with red flowers and a 15-centimeter strip (to join beautifully), this will be very unlikely (unless you are looking for a pure white color).

It is worth noting that plastic panels can be cut and adjusted to length.

In order to make the right choice, it is worth understanding all the advantages of this material:

1. Water resistance. Finishing the kitchen with plastic panels is good because no moisture, steam or water can damage the appearance of the panel. Even if your neighbors flood you, the plastic will not darken or fade and will remain the same as on the first day. You can easily wash stains off it with soap.
2. Easy to care for. The kitchen will be easy to wash and clean using any means - water, soda, chemicals.
3. Easy to install. Finishing with panels is very easy to do and does not take much time. Even a novice specialist will be able to perfectly install the plastic layer so that it looks like a custom order.
4. Low price. PVC panel has a low cost. And, accordingly, it will help save money on other finishing elements. Moreover, not only is the plastic layer cheap, but so is its installation. No special tools, mixtures or large drills are needed.
5. The panel is not a conductor of electric current. This will help protect the kitchen and its visitors from unwanted moments.

In principle, there are enough positive qualities to choose such material. But do not neglect the disadvantages, which are also important. Let’s be honest, although plastic doesn’t have many disadvantages, they are very important:

• Easily susceptible to mechanical damage. Any panel can break, choke and crack if you put pressure on it or put something heavy on it. This is a big disadvantage for the reason that it is necessary to approach transportation, installation and care with the utmost care. If a champagne cork suddenly flies into a panel wall in the kitchen, a dent will most likely remain clearly visible on the panel. When choosing PVC strips, you should pay attention to all the corners of the strips and their surface. It happens that during transportation to the store they are already damaged.
• Fire hazard. The PVC panel is very easy to burn. If you lean a very hot frying pan against it, the plastic can melt. This will be very damaging to the appearance of the kitchen. Although, if you treat every element of the interior very carefully, then this point is not so significant.

Just two disadvantages with so many positive aspects make plastic very popular for finishing kitchens and other rooms. Therefore, when choosing the material with which to decorate the walls in the kitchen, paneling is a very good option.

Cladding technology

Each kitchen contains more than one decorative element. Plastic finishing, for example, can only be done above the stove and above the sink. Or the plastic layer will be completely above the countertop. In any case, in addition to plastic, wallpaper, tiles, decorative stone, etc. can be used. You can make sure that one wall is wallpaper, another is tiled, the third is made of stone, and on the fourth there will be shelves with dishes. Any option will do. But depending on what is already planned for the kitchen, the methods of installing plastic strips will vary.

Installation of plastic must take place on an existing frame. As in other cases with a frame, it is necessary to prepare the wall, make a wooden frame (first we beat the lower and upper planks, and then we adjust the vertical strips around the perimeter and the horizontal strips inside the frame). When the base is ready, you can lay insulation in its gaps to heat and sound insulate the room. Plastic finishing is done with minimal effort and loss from the corner of the room. If you start from the center of the wall, then you will have to cut the strip of plastic twice.

The PVC wall version is laid using guides. There are these types: F (for the beginning of laying, ending or corners), L (only for the beginning and end of walls), H (universal for connections, joints). There are also external profiles, corner profiles and skirting boards. Depending on the plane being processed, guides are also selected.

To install plastic, you do not need screws or nails. Each subsequent strip of plastic fits into the grooves of the previous one. To ensure tight connections, some parts can be joined using liquid nails, but this option is used in extreme cases. The wall type of processing is very simple, the processing of ceiling plastic is much more difficult. But this happens only because several people need to be involved in installing the panels on the ceiling.

I would also like to give a few tips for those who still decide to make a room in plastic on their own:

As a result of the article, I would like to wish every master great patience in working with such material. Make a detailed schedule and plan of what you will do and only then start working. For an ideal look, the walls should be as smooth as possible. If the room has sloping corners, then it is better to choose a different finishing option or initially level all the walls. Good luck in your endeavors!

Video “Finishing the kitchen with PVC panels”

The recording shows how you can easily finish a kitchen with PVC panels.

One of the most budget-friendly finishing materials is PVC panels. But they are in demand not only due to their low cost. Plastic panels for the kitchen are also one of the most practical, quick ways to cover walls: they are not afraid of humidity, high-quality plastic can withstand temperature changes, and does not deform even when heated.

The price for this finishing material starts from 50 rubles per sq. m. m.

PVC panel Domino. Prices – 291 rubles per sq. m. (in Leroy Merlin)

Features of using plastic panels in finishing

The use of PVC in the kitchen has its own characteristics that need to be taken into account if you decide to give them preference.

For interior walls and splashbacks

Hard and high-quality plastic is practical. Thanks to its technical properties, it is an excellent budget option for finishing a kitchen apron. It is important to consider here that the cheaper the plastic, the less it will last. You need to take into account the fact that cheap plastic can become deformed when heated, smell unpleasant, and release toxic substances. Quality rigid PVC can withstand temperatures up to 450 degrees Celsius.

The best material for an apron is ABS plastic. It is stronger and holds color longer. Buy materials only from trusted manufacturers or ask the seller for a certificate confirming environmental safety.

Design

It is often believed that plastic panels make the kitchen interior look cheap. But today the choice of colors and textures is so great that you can create an original and beautiful design.

The finish with textured and relief imitation of wood, stone or concrete looks beautiful.

Beautiful and textured PVC will cost a little more, but their price is justified by their appearance.

PVC panel "Ripso". Prices – 378 rub. per sq. m (in Leroy Merlin)

PVC lining is often used in country or Scandinavian styles.

Care

The plastic surface cannot be washed with chemicals containing abrasive substances. Also, do not use hard brushes or rough sponges. Grease and dirt can be easily washed off using a soft sponge, rag and regular dishwashing detergent or soap solution.

Fastening

Depending on the correctly chosen method of fastening - on lathing or profiles, with the help of panels you can hide even significant unevenness in the walls, as well as hide electrical wiring without grooves. Plastic can be glued to the wall, provided that it is perfectly flat.

It is advisable to lay electrical cables in a special protective corrugation for fire safety.

Fragility

Please note that plastic does not withstand strong impacts. But even if the surface is damaged, the damaged part can be replaced locally.

Watch a video from Leroy Merlin about the choice of wall panels and their characteristics:

Kinds

By design and method of fastening:

• sectional rigid panels with an internal structure in the form of a honeycomb. They have an average width, for example, 250 or 380 mm;
• lining or lath up to 100-120 mm wide;
• decorative PVC sheets. They are often produced in the form of imitations of brickwork or mosaic with the only method of fastening - with glue. They are very thin and fragile, so they are harder to install. They also require a perfectly level base. It is best to use them on a kitchen apron.

By invoice:

• matte;
• glossy;
• embossed.

According to the method of drawing:

• plain. Color is added to the material at the production stage;
• with thermal printing. One of the most budget-friendly options is when a design or pattern is transferred using heated film. The low price corresponds to not very high quality, cheap appearance;
• with offset printing. Another budget option, slightly superior in image durability to the previous type;
• with digital printing. This option allows you to make the design more interesting, but it increases the cost of production, and the color fastness is slightly lower than that of a product with offset printing;
• laminated. By applying a layer of a special film (laminate), it is possible to obtain imitations as close as possible to natural materials.

Design ideas

Cheap plastic is an excellent option for decorating walls in a country house. But there are also options in the middle and high price categories that look no worse than ceramic tiles or the same wallpaper, and will last much longer.

We have collected for you some interesting ideas for decorating walls in the kitchen with budget and expensive plastic panels, which you can take note of.

• Matte and glossy.

• With an image.

• With imitation of natural materials.

• Plain and monochrome.

• With horizontal and vertical mounting.

How to make wall cladding with PVC panels with your own hands (video)

Mounting to the wall can be done in several ways.

1. For glue. Here it is necessary to carefully prepare the base - level it, remove any bumps.
2. On a frame made of profile or lathing. This method benefits from the fact that it will hide even large flaws in the walls, but at the same time it conceals space.

To make cladding, it is not necessary to have extensive experience in construction or repair work. You can do the finishing yourself by watching a training video on this topic:

How to glue correctly:

Fastening to the sheathing:

Emmett Brown

The kitchen should be conducive to eating and pleasant evening conversations, so you want this room to be cozy and comfortable. Undertaking expensive and lengthy repairs is not always advisable, and sometimes quite expensive. In this case, plastic panels for wall decoration will come to the rescue; even a non-professional can master the work with them.
Plastic panels have a number of advantages. They are waterproof, have good sound insulation, do not emit toxic substances into the air, are easy to maintain, and are also designed taking into account fire safety requirements. Such panels are not flammable. The disadvantages include the relatively easy damage of the panels and the fading of bright colors in the sun.

Needed for work

To work you will need the following tools:

Finishing with plastic panels

Installation can be carried out using frame or frameless methods. The first is acceptable if the surface of the wall is perfectly flat; for this, it is carefully puttied and primed. The second method is used more often, so let’s consider it in more detail.

The frame is constructed using wooden, plastic or metal slats. The slats are secured strictly perpendicular to the floor and each other using dowels. You'll need a level here. The minimum distance between frame slats is 50cm. At this stage, the fittings are installed. Then the panel is cut to the desired size. The first panel begins to be mounted from the corner; screws or staples are used for fixation. Particular attention is paid to the quality of fastening of the first panel, since all subsequent panels will be aligned with it; these panels are inserted into the grooves.

Using plastic panels, you can make a beautiful apron for your kitchen set by choosing the appropriate style. But you should avoid the area above the hob. Pipes and risers can be hidden by taking care of a special door.

Kitchen finishing with plastic panels
Decorating the kitchen with plastic panels Posted by Emmett Brown The kitchen should be conducive to eating and pleasant evening conversations, so you want this room to be cozy and

Traditionally, the kitchen apron and walls are covered with ceramic tiles, but plastic panels can do a lot against this material - both in terms of design and practicality. To understand why this is so, consider the classification of material.

What types of plastic panels are there for the kitchen?

Plastic kitchen panels are made from extruded polyvinyl chloride (PVC). They are classified into types according to dimensions:

1. PVC lining: 10-12.5 cm wide, up to 3 m long, usually monochrome painted,

1. The actual wall plastic panels: width 15-50 cm (25 cm are more common), length up to 3 meters, seamless connection,

1. PVC sheet: 0.8-2.03 meters wide, 1.5-4.05 meters long, thickness from 1 to 30 mm, with a flat, smooth surface, matte or glossy.

Advantages of plastic panels

Kitchen walls and apron lined with plastic panels have the following advantages:

• Lightweight design, which makes fixing PVC incredibly simple,
• Speed ​​of fastening work - kitchen panels made of plastic are fastened 10 times faster than ceramic tiles,
• The apron and walls made of plastic are incredibly easy to clean - they can be wiped with napkins or washed with standard detergents (non-abrasive),
• Plastic panels for the kitchen are made of hard PVC, resistant to high temperatures (sensitivity threshold - 120°),
• Modern plastic finishing allows you to create a kitchen backsplash with any design - with unusual prints, three-dimensional patterns or original colors; transparent wall panels are often used,
• And the main advantage is that the walls and apron are covered with plastic - it is budget-friendly and affordable.

Cons of plastic trim

Of course, plastic wall panels have their drawbacks - in most cases they are a counterbalance to the affordable cost. The main negative characteristics of plastic include:

• Small margin of safety, low wear resistance,
• Possibility of damage to the front decorative panel due to prolonged contact with detergents or ultraviolet rays,
• Flammability upon contact with open fire - this should be taken into account when arranging the kitchen apron.

There is one more nuance - PVC wall panels for the kitchen must have all certificates, including hygienic ones, confirming that the material is made from safe raw materials that do not emit harmful substances when heated.

Do not think that finishing a kitchen with PVC panels is impractical or unprofitable. The main thing is to choose the right material.

When choosing kitchen wall panels, you need to follow these recommendations:

1. The dimensions of the plastic sheet or panel should be larger than the apron area so that the material extends behind the cabinets and is slightly below the working surface.
2. If you plan to place plastic close to the hob, then do not forget to make sure that the material has fire safety certificates.
3. The color scheme is selected depending on the features of the kitchen: large patterns and dark colors are preferable in spacious rooms, and in small rooms wall panels with small floral patterns or calm light colors will be more appropriate. A win-win option is light, plain or wood-imitating panels without gloss.

1. You can choose wall panels of unique design textures: metallized for hi-tech, brick for minimalism, wood – for classics, imitation of old images or ornaments - for vintage.

With the help of plastic panels in the apron and on the walls, you can even visually expand the kitchen space if they are installed horizontally, and “raise” the ceiling when installed vertically.

Advice! The plastic apron should be supplemented with a border that protects the joints of the panels from moisture and dirt.

We fasten the wall panels with our own hands

To attach the panels to the apron or to the walls you will need the following tools:

• Hammer drill and screwdriver,
• Pencil, tape measure,
• Plumb or level
• Construction stapler, staples for it,
• Glue,
• Metal profile or wooden beams to create sheathing,
• pendants,
• Dowels, screws,
• Actually PVC panels of the selected type and size.

Method 1. Plastic panels can be glued directly to the wall. This is an easy method to implement, but it will not be possible to dismantle the material without damaging it if necessary. In addition, gluing is possible only if the kitchen walls are smooth and their difference is no more than 1 centimeter. Additionally, the panels should be fixed in the corners with self-tapping screws.

Method 2. You can screw the material directly to the wall - for this, mounting holes are drilled, the panel is secured, and the places where the screw heads are located are masked with plugs. For this method of fastening, you will need to first prepare the wall: repair cracks and potholes, level it, prime it.

Method 3. Plastic can also be installed on the sheathing - first, the panels are screwed (attached) to a profile or plank, and then attached to the wall.

Method 4. Installation of plastic panels using metal profiles and brackets is carried out using a similar technology using lathing.

Plastic panels for lining the kitchen apron and walls offer an endless choice of designs that will transform your kitchen. You can choose from a wide palette of colors - from white to black, smooth or textured surfaces imitating leather, fabric or any natural material, three-dimensional drawings, photo printing, semi-matte, matte, glossy or mirror finish. And if desired, the plastic panel is easy to change, since the material is budget-friendly. More information about the plastic apron can be found in the material: Plastic apron - information for the buyer.

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What is unique about the material?

Seamless panels fit tightly to each other, suture panels leave the joint visible. PVC panels are a universal finishing material for interior spaces. This building material is not new at all, but has already firmly gained popularity in the finishing goods market.

Universal material properties

• Firstly, PVC plastic panels for the kitchen can be installed horizontally, vertically and at any angle.
• Secondly, the material is used both for finishing walls and ceilings, and for balconies and loggias. Among other things, window slopes in most cases are made of plastic panels.
• Thirdly, the standard size of a panel is considered to be a material thickness of 10 mm, a length of 2700 mm, and a width of 250 mm.

Key Features: Where does the quality lie?

The main differences between plastic panels can be identified:

• Coating material. On the construction market you can find glossy as well as matte panels made of polyvinyl chloride. Gloss appears due to the application of a specialized varnish to the surface of the material.
• Type of drawing on the material. Various types of patterns are applied to the surface of the PVC material. A printed pattern is applied to the material with paint, and a film pattern is applied by applying a colored film with a pattern to the front surface. This is a great opportunity to create a unique design with plastic wall panels for the kitchen with photo printing.
• According to the type of junction of materials. Based on this feature, a distinction is made between seamless and seam panels. Seamless plastic panels form gaps at the junction, which are provided for by the decor of the material, and seamless panels fit tightly to one another.

Lining or weaving - this is the “popular” name given to plastic panels with a seam joint and a width of 100 mm.

How to save time and money when decorating your kitchen?

When renovating a kitchen, what is important, first of all, is the speed of repair, knowledge and experience of how to lay tiles on the floor.

Everyone understands that enduring inconvenience due to repairs for 1-2 days and 2-3 weeks is a very big difference.

Therefore, PVC plastic panels for walls, kitchen ceilings, as well as bathrooms and balconies are deservedly popular during renovations for many reasons, the main of which are:

• relative cheapness of the material,
• speed in completing finishing work.

To lay regular tiles, a lot of time is spent both on laying and leveling the walls. In addition, it is necessary to agree with a good craftsman, since laying tiles without experience and appropriate qualifications is a difficult task that can result in both damage to the material and failure of the repair itself.

There is also a lot of daily noise and dirt from laying tiles, no one has canceled it. This situation is absolutely unacceptable in a house where there is a small child or an elderly person.

Finishing the kitchen walls with plastic panels allows the owner to complete the fastening of the panels in the kitchen in a short time (installation usually requires one working day). PVC panels are not only a profitable option in terms of pricing, but also in terms of time and labor costs.

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Frame installation: laying the foundation

Kitchen renovation with plastic panels begins with the installation of the frame. It all depends on how smooth the walls in your kitchen are.
If the walls are good and fairly even, then you can do without installing a frame.

If the walls are far from perfect, then before attaching the panels, it is necessary to mount and install the frame.
To mount the frame for paneling, you need to stock up on dowels and screws. Next, using fasteners, you need to fix the plastic guides at a distance of 40-50 cm from one another on the wall and 30-40 cm on the ceiling.

Plastic guides must be installed both at the beginning and at the end of the panel.

The material can be attached to metal, wood or plastic sheathing. However, it is preferable to choose plastic guides, due to their exceptional properties to withstand temperature changes. In addition, plastic sheathing is relatively lightweight and extremely easy to install.

So that in the future you do not have questions about how to cover a kitchen with plastic panels and problems with polyvinyl chloride panels, use the step-by-step advice of a professional:

1. Use a level to level surfaces and also to form right angles.
2. Insert the first PVC panel to be laid into the groove of the fastening element using the narrow fastening flange of the product.
3. The second plastic panel should be inserted as tightly as possible to the first.
4. The panels should be secured when you are completely sure that there are no gaps between them.
5. All polyvinyl chloride material must be secured in a similar manner. The last panel must be reduced by 6-8 cm. Then the material must be inserted into the groove of the fastener and the groove of the previous panel.
6. Additional lathing for materials will be required in places where future kitchen shelves and cabinets will be attached. Don't forget about it!

If the walls in the kitchen are smooth, then you do not need to install a frame; you can easily fix the PVC material using liquid nails.

Kitchen finishing with plastic panels can be either complete or partial. For example, plastic panels for a kitchen apron are perfect as an alternative to a more expensive option - skinals.

Kitchen apron made of plastic: 10 reasons “FOR”

1. High impact resistance of the material. The panels do not break or crack under mechanical stress.
2. Good moisture resistance of the material.
3. The color scheme of the panels does not become distorted over time.
4. A simple principle of material installation.
5. Durability of PVC panels (more than 10 years of excellent operation).
6. The material can be drilled perfectly with ordinary wood drill bits.
7. There are no seams between the elements. It is possible to install a single structure up to 4 m.
8. Wide range of designs, monograms, compositions.
9. The panels are absolutely resistant to aggressive detergents.
10. The possibility of repairing the material and partial dismantling remains possible.

Tile vs panel: which is better?

If you are still in doubt about what to choose: a PVC panel or ceramic tiles, we will give a comparative description of the two materials that are the main ones when decorating a kitchen.

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What is it, aprons are in stock and on order, in various colors, these products can not only protect walls from contamination, but also update and decorate the room.

In production, high-quality modern material is used from food-grade plastic with a pattern applied using thermal and photo printing, with a highly varnished or matte surface with 3D drawing, applied in several layers and creating the effect of depth and volume.

The service life is about 5 years, which is important for using such an inexpensive and easy-to-install material.
Today, ABS plastic is very popular among materials used to decorate and protect the wall surface from mechanical damage, moisture, and household chemicals. Food grade ABS plastic is flexible, hygienic, and easy to use. ABS sheets are heat-resistant and can withstand temperatures from 40*C to 180*C. The temperature for applying a pattern on ABS plastic for its reliable and durable fixation is 180*C. Kitchen aprons made of ABS are practical and have an attractive appearance: they do not absorb grease, are easy to clean with a cloth and non-abrasive detergents, with proper care they retain the visual effect of glass for a long time, and have a very clear and high-quality pattern.
When installing it, a specialist only needs to be careful and have basic skills. Aprons are easy to transport, install, do not break, easily return to their original shape after rolling into a roll, do not crack when screws are screwed in, and are easily cut with a construction knife. To cut, simply apply marks and draw a straight line with a sharp blade along the surface of the apron, then break it at the notch. It is necessary to glue it to the wall surface with a special glue for plastics and wall panels.

• ABS plastic is better than regular plastic;
• Support local producers.

If you need a large number of aprons you can request wholesale price via the feedback form.

• Easy transportation: rolled into a roll 60cm high, 25-30cm in diameter. The compact and lightweight roll can be transported on the subway or take up minimal space in the car. After unpacking, it easily returns to its original shape.
• Attractive price.
• Density of ABS apron allows you to cover all the unevenness and defects of the surface on which it is mounted. In the product card you will find photographs of interiors using ABS aprons.
• Savings on Transport Company services: minimal volume, light weight and simplicity of packaging allows you to spend approximately 500.00 rubles on transportation to distant regions.
• Easy installation: no special knowledge required, installed using liquid polystyrene nails or self-tapping screws. Easily cut with a construction knife or disk.
• 100% moisture resistance, heat resistance up to 180 degrees C, brightness and quality of thermal printing, varnished or matte 3D surface, resistance to mechanical damage.
• Easy to clean from dirt and greasy marks, does not absorb grease, and does not fade over time. To preserve the durability of the varnished coating, cleaning with liquid, non-abrasive detergents is recommended.
• Set: Additionally, at the customer's request, the apron is equipped with 3mm thick PVC strips: initial, connecting, internal and external corners. Initially, such strips are intended for the installation of HDF aprons, but when using silicone sealant, they are perfectly installed and complement thinner ABS materials.
• Delivery: We deliver throughout the Moscow region and regions. The cost of delivery in Moscow is 800.00 rubles.

Previously, only tiles served to protect the kitchen walls from household pollution, but today you can create an apron with your own hands that is in harmony with the interior of the room. The first task is to decide on the choice of material.

Types of aprons for the kitchen

The most common material options for kitchen aprons include:

• Plastic. Installation of this structure is simple, maintenance will also not cause difficulties, and the costs are very affordable.
• MDF. A good choice, inexpensive material, resistant to fungus and mold.
• Glass. More expensive option, new in the kitchen interior. You will have to wash it often, and the fragility of the glass will not protect against strong impacts. A more practical option is tempered glass, but its price is much higher.
• Tile. Inexpensive, unmarked, simple. For conservatives, renovation is an excellent option.

And yet, the first option is chosen more often, besides, plastic also implies the use of PVC panels, sheet plastic and carbonate glass (also a type of plastic). The material is suitable for any style of room, minimal maintenance is required, and in terms of its aesthetic qualities, plastic is not inferior to more expensive structures.

Plastic apron

The plastic apron is remarkable in that it has a fairly high heat resistance, it is in close contact with the kitchen wall, does not accumulate dirt and dust, and is strong in simulating almost any texture.

To install plastic panels (sheets) with your own hands, you need:

• Determine the dimensions of the apron. The height of the table is the basis for calculating the distance from the floor to the base. The apron should be at least 1-2 cm below the table surface.
• The height of the apron ends where the wall cabinets begin. It may not reach them a little.
• Section of plastic panels. The best way to do this is with a hand saw with a fine-toothed file inserted.
• There are different ways to fix plastic on the wall. A quick way is to glue the material, but tearing off its walls with your own hands will then be very difficult. You can also screw plastic onto screws, but it is best to install the screws on a base of metal profiles attached to the wall. It turns out that the apron is removable.

All is ready!

Fastening for plastic panels (video)

Apron made of PVC panels

The installation of this design is practically no different from the previous version. The main thing is that the kitchen walls are smooth. In this case, installation will be as simple as possible.

If the walls are not perfectly even, then you need to prime the surface, seal all the cracks, cover with plaster and re-prime. Then the apron needs to be glued. PVC panels are fixed like this::

• Assembly adhesive is applied to the inside of the protective layer. The glue is spread on the entire surface of the plastic and on the area of ​​the kitchen where it will be fixed.
• The distance between the adhesive strips is about 15 cm. Once the glue is applied, the plastic is applied to the wall; it can be fixed using spacers.
• Additional fixation. The panels can also be attached to the corners with self-tapping screws.

Obviously, it’s not difficult to handle the installation of plastic with your own hands.

Finishing a kitchen apron with PVC panels (video)

Helpful hints

Plastic sheets are cheap, and an economical option for kitchen renovation involves using just such a design. Some knowledge about the characteristics of plastic will be useful:

• Plastic is not afraid of high temperatures, with the exception, of course, of direct exposure to fire.
• The surface of the panels is smooth, so dirt will not get clogged into tight-fitting joints.
• Plastic is not afraid of moisture, so the processes of rotting of the material are excluded.
• But you can’t clean plastic with abrasive products, they are dangerous for it.
• You can wash the plastic with a damp soft cloth or sponge. The detergent should not be harsh, otherwise the surface will be scratched and the design will not be preserved.

• It is easy to pierce the plastic with something sharp, piercing or cutting. Therefore, you should not allow children, for example, to try to pierce the material with something.
• The choice of colors and patterns of panels is incredibly large: monochromatic, extravagant, and imitating natural patterns.

If at some point some panels become boring, you can afford to replace them with more modern ones.

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Kitchen wall panels are a great way to radically change the design of your backsplash.

Wall panels for the kitchen look beautiful, they are practical and reliable.

Features of kitchen panels

The most important advantage of this type of finishing materials is that with their help you can change the interior so much that it will be simply unrecognizable. Such panels can be chosen for absolutely any style of kitchen design. The market for these products offers a variety of color variations. When choosing a material, you can look through photos of kitchen panels and choose exactly what you like and will suit the design of your kitchen area.

The panels are installed quite easily. Therefore, almost anyone can carry out interior design work, even if he is not a professional builder.

Almost all wall panel options on the market have specific benefits that suit the kitchen environment. In addition, such material is very easy to care for, and if necessary, it can be very easily replaced.

Video: how to choose wall panels, advice from experienced craftsmen!

Of course, each type of panel has its own characteristics (regarding appearance, installation and ease of maintenance).

Which wall panels for the kitchen should you choose?

Due to the wide and varied range, panels can be chosen not only in different colors and designs. And also in order to divide the room into separate zones, place certain accents in the interior, create additional decor for the room or make the basic decoration of both the walls and the kitchen apron.

In any case, from the huge variety, everyone can choose exactly what they need!

PVC panels for kitchen

PVC wall panels for the kitchen are a fairly economical option and, moreover, very common. Plastic panels for the kitchen are absolutely practical, which is not at all difficult to explain, because they:

• Absolutely resistant to moisture
• Able to withstand different temperatures
• If necessary, they are easily replaceable (and are very inexpensive)
• They are easy to care for

Such materials are easily mounted on the wall, thanks to a wooden frame and the most common fasteners. Everything is done in a certain sequence, using such improvised means as: a hacksaw, a construction knife, pliers, a blade, a screwdriver, dowels and self-tapping screws.

As a result, when purchasing wall panels, there is no need to spend additional money on installation work or any special types of fasteners. And all thanks to the fact that you can buy everything necessary for fastening in the same place where the panels themselves are, and you can install them yourself.

MDF panels for kitchen

This material is almost the same as PVC.

The difference lies in the fact that MDF does not tolerate moisture at all, because to some extent it is the same paper. And if such panels are used incorrectly or carelessly in practice, they will quickly become completely unusable: they will swell and spoil the overall appearance of the kitchen interior.

Accordingly, MDF panels for the kitchen must initially be selected with a special protective coating and “behave carefully” in the kitchen. Or you can place such finishing in a zonal way, or maybe even in the dining room area, so that it is located as far as possible from the stove and sink.

Video: installing a kitchen apron made of MDF

The design of such materials is quite diverse. Using it, you can more economically replace marble materials, as well as expensive stone or wood.

Sheet panels

These are PVC and MDF panels, which are produced in long narrow sheets. They can be cut quite easily into the desired shape and size. All characteristics are exactly the same as those of MDF and plastic panels for the kitchen.

Therefore, when you choose sheet panels, be sure to discuss with the seller the material from which they are made.

Glass panels for kitchen

Such materials are gorgeous. They are the most popular, but they also cost the most. Glass panels for the kitchen are also used to decorate the work area or apron. Glass is completely resistant to any reaction to elevated temperatures and the ingress of moisture or liquid.

And if the glass surface gets dirty, this is not a problem at all, because it is very easy to clean. Thanks to all these advantages, glass panels are of interest to most people who are updating their kitchen design.

Based on this, this type of panel is also valued financially. But if you have the means, you will never regret making your wall panels out of glass!

Laminated wall panel option

This is also an excellent option for finishing work in kitchen areas, but it should not be close to the stove or sink. Ideally, this type of panel will fit into the area where food is eaten.

What to look for when choosing wall panels?

There are a number of nuances that are worth paying attention to, namely:

• Moisture resistance of the material
• Withstand temperature changes
• Easy cleaning. He should not be afraid of fat and liquids.
• Ability to respond to mechanical stress
• Beautiful appearance and, at the same time, durable material
• Easy to install or dismantle.

Video: glass kitchen apron

Installation of panels in the kitchen

If we are talking about plastic, laminated or MDF panels, their installation is absolutely simple. It is necessary to attach the wooden frame using a level and tape measure, as well as make precise markings and calculate the correct measurements for both the panels for the kitchen apron and for all other areas.

Video: Overview of kitchen installation, with installation of panels

The time you will have to spend on installing the panels yourself is about one hour per square meter. In the case of installing glass trim, it is better to entrust it to professional craftsmen, since without the necessary skills and experience it will be quite difficult to install them.

Traditionally, the kitchen apron and walls are covered with ceramic tiles, but plastic panels can do a lot against this material - both in terms of design and practicality. To understand why this is so, consider the classification of material.

What types of plastic panels are there for the kitchen?

Plastic kitchen panels are made from extruded polyvinyl chloride (PVC). They are classified into types according to dimensions:

1. PVC lining: 10-12.5 cm wide, up to 3 m long, usually monochrome in color;

1. Actually wall plastic panels: width 15-50 cm (25 cm are more common), length up to 3 meters, seamless connection;

1. PVC sheet: width 0.8-2.03 meters, length 1.5-4.05 meters, thickness from 1 to 30 mm; with a flat, smooth surface, matte or glossy.

Advantages of plastic panels

Kitchen walls and apron lined with plastic panels have the following advantages:

• Lightweight design, which makes fixing PVC incredibly simple;
• Speed ​​of fastening work – kitchen panels made of plastic are fastened 10 times faster than ceramic tiles;
• The apron and walls made of plastic are incredibly easy to clean - they can be wiped with napkins or washed with standard detergents (non-abrasive);
• Plastic panels for the kitchen are made of hard PVC, resistant to high temperatures (sensitivity threshold - 120°);
• Modern plastic finishing allows you to create a kitchen apron with any design - with unusual prints, three-dimensional patterns or original colors; transparent wall panels are often used;
• And the main advantage is that the walls and apron are covered with plastic - it is budget-friendly and affordable.

Cons of plastic trim

Of course, plastic wall panels have their drawbacks - in most cases they are a counterbalance to the affordable cost. The main negative characteristics of plastic include:

• Small margin of safety, low wear resistance;
• Possibility of damage to the front decorative panel due to prolonged contact with detergents or ultraviolet rays;
• Flammability upon contact with open fire - this should be taken into account when arranging the kitchen apron.

There is one more nuance - PVC wall panels for the kitchen must have all certificates, including hygienic ones, confirming that the material is made from safe raw materials that do not emit harmful substances when heated.

Do not think that finishing a kitchen with PVC panels is impractical or unprofitable. The main thing is to choose the right material.

When choosing kitchen wall panels, you need to follow these recommendations:

1. The dimensions of the plastic sheet or panel should be larger than the apron area so that the material extends behind the cabinets and is slightly below the working surface.
2. If you plan to place plastic close to the hob, then do not forget to make sure that the material has fire safety certificates.
3. The color scheme is selected depending on the features of the kitchen: large patterns and dark colors are preferable in spacious rooms, and in small rooms wall panels with small floral patterns or calm light colors will be more appropriate. A win-win option is light, plain or wood-imitating panels without gloss.

1. You can choose wall panels of unique design textures: metallized for, brick for, wood for, imitation of old images or ornaments for vintage.

With the help of plastic panels in the apron and on the walls, you can even visually expand the kitchen space if they are installed horizontally, and “raise” the ceiling when installed vertically.

Advice! The plastic apron should be supplemented with a border that protects the joints of the panels from moisture and dirt.

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We fasten the wall panels with our own hands

To attach the panels to the apron or to the walls you will need the following tools:

• Hammer drill and screwdriver;
• Pencil, tape measure;
• Plumb or level;
• Construction stapler, staples for it;
• Glue;
• Metal profile or wooden beams to create sheathing;
• Suspensions;
• Dowels, self-tapping screws;
• Actually PVC panels of the selected type and size.

Method 1. Plastic panels can be glued directly to the wall. This is an easy method to implement, but it will not be possible to dismantle the material without damaging it if necessary. In addition, gluing is possible only if the kitchen walls are smooth and their difference is no more than 1 centimeter. Additionally, the panels should be fixed in the corners with self-tapping screws.

Method 2. You can screw the material directly to the wall - for this, mounting holes are drilled, the panel is secured, and the places where the screw heads are located are masked with plugs. For this method of fastening, you will need to first prepare the wall: repair cracks and potholes, level it, prime it.

Method 3. Plastic can also be installed on the sheathing - first, the panels are screwed (attached) to a profile or plank, and then attached to the wall.

Method 4. Installation of plastic panels using metal profiles and brackets is carried out using a similar technology using lathing.

Polyvinyl chloride is a universal plastic material, the hygienic and mechanical characteristics of which fully allow its use in the renovation of residential premises. Plastic panels for the kitchen are rich in variety, thanks to the lamination of the outer PVC surface of the panel. A variety of fashionable lamination textures are complemented by textured photographs, the prints of which imitate anything: from annual wood rings to luxurious Venetian plaster. It’s especially nice that some kitchen panels have a texture similar to what the wall mosaic looks like in the photo. This solution looks excellent in quality.

Types of Plastic Wall Panels

To quickly update and decorate your kitchen walls, there are three types of PVC panels:

Slatted narrow typesetting panels.

Their width ranges from 25 to 50 cm. And the standard length - wall - is from 2.6 to 3 meters. The usual lining is most associated with these panels. The similarity with plastic sheathing is also in the installation method. Ideally, the slatted panels will be mounted on a wooden or aluminum sheathing. If the kitchen area urgently requires saving space, then the material can only be glued onto pre-aligned walls. Moldings are provided for all joints in the corners.

PVC Square Tiles.

Its dimensions can range from 30x30cm to 98x98cm. Tile panels can be used to lay out an aesthetic motif or pattern. They are also attached to a crate made of wooden slats. The slabs are assembled together using the tongue-and-groove method. The thickness of panels and slabs ranges from 8 to 25 m.

Sheet wall panel for kitchen.

This is a monolithic dense sheet of considerable size: on average 1.22 x 2.44 m. It can also have a fashionable print imitating photographs. The thickness of the sheet is much smaller than that of the panel - only 3-6 mm. There are no special fittings for the joints, so the seams between the sheets are filled with sealant or masked with a slatted profile.

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Reaction of plastic panels to temperature conditions

This may surprise you, but the expansion of the PVC material when the temperature rises by 40°C leads to an extension of the three-meter panel by 1 cm. This should be taken into account if repairs are made in the cold season. If you are dealing with plastic sheet materials in winter, then trim their edges so that there is a 5 mm gap at the top and bottom in the grooves of the guide profile. This will protect the material from deformation during temperature changes, which are constant in the kitchen. There is advice from experienced people, suitable for any wall materials, if the renovation is started in winter - let the PVC rest in the warmth of the apartment for a couple of days - it will heat up and acquire the properties of normal expansion. The same applies to the situation if the kitchen wall panel is installed in the heat. When warm, the material expands and the wall sheets seem to fit perfectly into the grooves. But with the onset of cold weather, cracks at the joints of PVC panels will suddenly become noticeable. In principle, it’s okay, because next summer everything will return to normal. But it is worth remembering that it is better to carry out such renovations in the kitchen in the off-season.

Rules for installing plastic wall panels for the kitchen

The installation of any wall material consists of a string of important processes that should be responsibly resolved at each stage:

Choosing a model and color of plastic wall panels for the kitchen

For the kitchen, an idea may be useful when the lower part of the wall is sheathed horizontally with panels of a darker color, and the light upper part is sheathed vertically.

Calculation of the volume of PVC wall panels for purchase

You need to calculate the number of panels based on the square footage of the kitchen walls being sheathed, adding the trim of each panel along the length. That is, you need to count how many panels will fit in the kitchen along the width of each wall, and multiply the number by the length of the panel offered in the store. Multiply the resulting number by the width of the panel in meters.

Calculation of moldings for joining PVC panels

There are various joining profiles for wall sheets. Some help bring the sheathing together in the corners, others help join the cut ends of the slats. Still others snap into the grooves between the ceiling and wall panels, acting as baguettes.

Installation of lathing for installation of kitchen wall panels

The easiest and cheapest way to make lathing is from wooden slats with a cross-section of 25x40mm. This is an excellent material for the kitchen.

Attention! The wood must be well and properly dried.

The uppermost and lowermost profile of the slats is installed clearly horizontally (track with a building level). Then - all intermediate ones with an interval of 60 cm.

Screw the sheathing to the kitchen walls with self-tapping screws with a hidden head. If the wall has a tolerable curvature, then horizontal sheathing is quite sufficient.

Covering the kitchen with plastic wall panels

• Installation of panels begins from the corner.
• The first of them is installed strictly at a vertical level and secured with the staples of a construction stapler.
• When the plastic strip has taken its place, it is fixed with small self-tapping screws, one to each wooden block. All the following trim elements will automatically fit as needed. However, special brackets for fastening plastic wall panels are sold. They are very convenient to work with and are reliable in operation.

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The choice of materials for kitchen renovation is strikingly diverse: various types of tiles, wallpaper, lining, a wide range of wall panels. What's right for you depends on your taste preferences and budget.

I propose to consider the option of how to renovate a kitchen using wall panels. It looks attractive, is reliable, and easy to install. Does not require large material investments. You can do the repairs yourself without inviting specialists.

Wall panels suitable for kitchen renovation can be made from various materials:

After you have decided on the choice of material and taken measurements, it’s time to think about the actual finishing process.

Installation of wall panels

MDF, PVC:

Option 1

Provided that the walls of the room are smooth, almost perfect, and have no cracks or protrusions, the panels can be attached with adhesive or liquid nails. The simplest option, but it has pitfalls. When you decide to renovate, it will be difficult to peel off the old panels.

Option 2

Repairing with wall panels is an excellent solution when the walls are not level. The material is attached to a frame, which will allow you not only to finish the walls or ceiling, but also to level them.

Stage 1

Preparing the premises. We clean the walls from the old finish.

Stage 2

We check the availability of the necessary tools. You will need: a ruler, a plumb line, a level, nails, screws, a drill, a hammer.

Stage 3

Stage 4

We install the frame. The structure on which the panels will be attached can be made of wooden beams, slats, plastic or metal profiles.

If you choose a wooden frame, do not forget to pre-coat the planks with a compound that protects against mold and mildew. The solution is usually toxic. It's better to do this outdoors.

The sheathing profile is attached to the wall using self-tapping screws. The step is from 30 to 50 cm so that the structure is strong. It is important to install the frame strips as evenly as possible. A plumb line and level will help with this.

If you want to insulate the room or improve sound insulation, then insulating material is laid between the sheathing.

Starting from the left corner, farthest from the window, we install the panels. We install the first copy in a corner and fasten it to the frame bar with small nails. If you have a furniture stapler, you can use it.

Regarding the required panel length, leave about 10 mm to the floor and ceiling. Over time, the material tends to expand slightly. The trimmings are useful for installation in the area of ​​windows, doors, and mezzanines. The next panel will be attached to the previous one using a special lock, already thought out by the manufacturer. We fix each panel to the frame with nails.

The last copy is not fastened with nails, but is inserted into the lock between two adjacent panels

We install the necessary fittings. Corners, borders, baseboards. They can be fixed with liquid nails or small regular nails.

The locations of the sheathing strips must be marked. It is on them that shelves, cabinets, and hooks will then be attached.

The panels can be installed in any direction: vertically, horizontally, diagonally. It must be remembered that the frame strips must always be perpendicular to the panels. This installation scheme is suitable for walls and ceilings. The only difference is that for walls it is better to choose panels of greater thickness, as they are subject to physical impact. The stronger the better. There is no such need for the ceiling.

Stage 6

After renovation with panels, the room is easy to clean. There is no cement dust, no plaster, no paint smell. Enjoy a beautiful new finish that is as easy to use as it is to install.

Glass wall panels

An excellent alternative to a kitchen apron made of tiles can be a skinali, or in other words, a glass panel. Attaches with glue or by screwing. Does not require leveling the walls. The installation method by screwing is considered the most reliable. The manufacturer provides holes in the panel through which screws are inserted and the material is attached to the wall. Then the screw is closed on top with a decorative cap. It looks organic and does not catch the eye.

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