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5 Reasons to Say Yes to PVC Wall & Ceiling Panels

Discover the benefits of PVC wall and ceiling panels and find out whether they could be a good addition to your home

Pooja Khanna Tyagi
Pooja Khanna Tyagi20 October 2019
Houzz India Contributor. An Architect , Interior Designer, Valuer, a Marathon Runner, and love Writing Poetry and Creative Stories on Building Design. Have been practicing since the year 2000 with specialization in the field of Corporate Interiors with projects extensively published in journals of national repute. Recently honoured with the reputed A3 Foundation award for Journalism for the year 2016 an for architectural poetry in the year 2018. Currently practicing and residing in Delhi and Noida. Website: www.khannaenterprise.com, Email: poojakhanna224@gmail.com, M:9891993392
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PVC panels are being popularly used as a cladding material for both walls and ceilings. They are versatile and can be used as an alternative to mineral fibre materials such as gypsum or POP. They can replace wall tiles in the bathroom and can also be used as a decorative wall cladding instead of materials such as MDF or wallpaper. So, if you are looking for an alternative to these conventional materials, then find out whether PVC wall and ceiling panels are the right way to go.
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1. Available in multiple options
  • PVC wall and ceiling panels are available in a variety of colours, patterns and textures.
  • These panels are also available as 3D sheets that give a decorative look to the wall, as in this example. The PVC sheets are available in both small sizes (the joint lines are visible on installation) and large sizes that give a seamless look to the overall design of the wall.
Note: PVC wall and ceiling panels can have a slightly plastic look.

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2. Lightweight and durable
  • PVC panels are a lightweight, strong and highly durable factory-manufactured material.
  • They are very easy to transport, handle and install at site and do not create a dusty environment during installation.
  • PVC panels can last for years without warping or bending.
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3. Highly water-resistant
  • PVC wall and ceiling panels are made of a waterproof material which makes these panels highly resistant to water.
  • The PVC panels are best suited for cladding the ceilings and walls of moisture-laden areas – for instance, bathrooms, basements, garages – which are prone to dampness.
  • Another advantage is that these panels are fixed to each other with an interlocking system which prevents the entry of water.
  • Since PVC panels are resistant to dampness they do not support mould or mildew growth.
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4. Low in maintenance
  • PVC panels are very easy to clean. Routine cleaning involves just wiping with a damp cloth.
  • The polyurethane layer of these panels gives a smooth and a plain surface to the board, which prevents the accumulation of dirt.
  • Another advantage is that PVC panels are highly resistant to fading due to sunlight because of the presence of non-yellowing agents such as titanium dioxide in their chemical composition.
Note: Avoid using heat-emitting bulbs for any ceiling-mounted lights on the PVC ceilings as it may damage the PVC panels. Only go for energy-efficient LED lights.

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5. Budget friendly
  • PVC wall and ceiling panels are affordable, budget friendly and are recyclable.
  • The best part about PVC panels is that once installed, the wall or ceiling is ready to use and does not require to be finished with paint or varnish.
  • PVC panels are fixed with a tongue-and-groove system which ensures a fast and easy installation. Hence, a single panel can get replaced if it gets damaged.
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