Wall paneling

Wall Panelling
Panelling is a wall covering constructed from
rigid or semi-rigid components. These are
traditionally interlocking wood, but could be
plastic or other materials.
 Plywood used over panelling
Plywood is probably the most widely available manufactured board material. It
is made by bonding together a number of thin veneers of softwood or hardwood
- or a combination of each. The more veneers used, the stronger the plywood.
Both the type of glue and veneers determine the suitability of a sheet for a
particular application. The finish quality of plywood varies enormously.

Exterior grade plywood (WBP - Weather and Boil Proof) is specially made using
a water-resistant adhesive to withstand a certain amount of moisture and can be
used for outdoor constructions - sheds etc.

Internal plywood is of a similar quality as Exterior grade but it does not use
water resistant adhesive. It can be used for wall paneling, flooring and furniture.

Shuttering Ply is used in the construction industry for making shuttering boxes
for containing concrete while it goes off.
 Types of wall panelling

 Wall paneling is an architectural element that can be installed in

residential or commercial buildings.
 Decorative wall paneling is installed over walls to add aesthetic
appeal, while other types of paneling may be added for their
functional or structural characteristics.

Decorative Wall Panels

Decorative wall panels are available in many different materials.
They are often used to change the look of the wall, but may also
be installed to help protect the wall from damage. Wainscoting is
one of the most commonly used wall panels. It is made from wood
or synthetic materials patterned with carvings and designs.
Wainscot is usually installed on the lower half of a wall, but heights
and styles may vary.
 TILEBOARD
Tileboard panels are made from melamine or resin and are used to
mimic the look of ceramic tiles. They are textured and colored to look
like tile and are attached to a moisture-resistant backerboard. These
panels are an affordable alternative to ceramic and are much easier to
install.

UTILITY PANELING
Utility paneling is made from perforated hardboard and is
used for its function and appearance. These panels contain
rows of small holes that can be used to hang objects from nails
or pegs. They are frequently used in kitchens or garages, as
well as in commercial applications. Utility paneling is available
in standard white or natural wood finishes and also in custom
colors. These panels can be installed over the entire wall or
just in small areas as needed.
 ACOUSTICAL PANELS
Acoustical panels are used to control noise levels in a space
and to block noise transfer through walls. They are made from
foam or wood cores wrapped with a layer of vinyl or fabric.The
panels help absorb sound and are commonly used n schools,
auditoriums and hotels. These panels are available in a wide
variety of colors and textures to match the room's decor.
Acoustical panels can be installed temporarily using clips or
magnets, or with nails or adhesive for more permanent
applications.

STRUCTURAL WALL PANELS

Most types of wall paneling are installed on the interior,
others are used to create exterior walls. These panels are
frequently made from precast concrete and allow for quick
and easy framing of homes and businesses. Structural
insulated panels (SIPs) take the place of wall framing, interior
drywall and exterior sheathing or siding. They are made from
sheets of rigid foam insulation sandwiched between layers of
wood fiber board.
 Wainscot Paneling
Wainscot or wainscoting is a paneling style
applied to the lower 3' (900mm) to 5'
(1500mm) of an interior wall, below the
dado rail or chair rail and above the
baseboard or skirting board.

 It is traditionally constructed from tongue-

and-groove boards, though bead board or
decorative panels are also common.
 Use of paneling
Panelling was developed in antiquity to make rooms
in stone buildings more comfortable. The panels served
to insulate the room from the cold stone.
 In more modern buildings, such panelling is often
installed for decorative purposes.
Wall panels serve many functions, from providing descriptions of
exhibits in museums and galleries to hiding away electronics such as
stereo speakers. It is also used for decorative purposes.

Modular wall panels may be constructed of wood or metal and are

often covered with textured materials, fabrics, panelling or wallpaper
to make them more aesthetically pleasing.

In the business setting, there are portable or temporary wall panels
that can be used to divide a space into cubicles.

There are also acoustical and sound absorbing wall panels that are
perfect for the studio.

Wall panels are convenient and practical whether used for

functional purposes or simply as an aesthetic element.
 Applications
 Paneling may be applied to drywall, directly to wall studs, or to
furring strips applied over masonry surfaces.
 Many homes have wood paneling that covers all or part of a wall
in a living room, study, family room, or similar space.
 Paneling is paired with another material on a single wall--it isn't
unusual for the top of a wall to be drywall and the bottom half to
be wood paneling or wainscoting, for example:Wood paneling is
typically installed as solid, interlocking boards.
 Sheets of wood are fairly thin, normally 1/4 to 3/4 inch thick, and
are made of different kinds of hardwood that can be given a clear
finish or less expensive woods meant to be stained or painted.
 Boards may be milled to overlap or to interlock with tongue-and-
groove or shiplap edges.
 Wood paneling is also sold as a 4-by-8-foot sheet material with a
wood-veneered or simulated wood surface.