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Wetroom panels and wet wall panels for bathrooms, showers and moisture-prone areas.
Choose from practical PVC wet wall panels in 8mm and 10mm thicknesses, together with compatible finishing profiles and installation accessories. Wet wall panels provide an alternative to traditional tiled wall finishes and can create a clean, easy-to-maintain surface with fewer joints.
Purpose-designed panel options for bathroom and wet-area wall applications.
Compare different panel thicknesses to suit your project and installation.
Smooth panel surfaces can be straightforward to wipe clean and maintain.
Compatible profiles and installation accessories are available alongside panels.
Wetroom panels, also commonly called wet wall panels, wetwall panels, shower panels or bathroom wall panels, are designed to provide a practical alternative to conventional tiled wall finishes.
They are particularly useful in bathrooms, shower areas and other spaces where walls are exposed to moisture, splashing, steam and condensation. Large wall panels can also reduce the number of joints compared with smaller individual tiles, creating a cleaner-looking finish.
The most important consideration is not simply the panel itself, but the complete installation. Panel joints, corners, exposed edges, penetrations, adhesive and sealant all need to be suitable for the particular product and application.
Our 8mm PVC wet wall panels provide a substantial wall covering for bathrooms, shower areas and other moisture-prone spaces. They can also be suitable for ceiling applications where the individual product specifically allows it.
Consider 8mm when: you want a robust PVC panel system and the dimensions, finish and installation requirements match your project.
Our 10mm PVC wet wall panels provide a thicker panel option, including wide 1 metre panels in gloss and matt finishes.
Consider 10mm when: the additional panel thickness and available dimensions suit your installation and you want a substantial wall panel system.
Wet wall panels are commonly used around shower areas because they provide a large continuous wall surface rather than a conventional grid of small tiles and grout joints.
Always check the individual product specification and installation instructions for suitability in your intended shower or wetroom application.
Wet wall panels can be used beyond the immediate shower area to create a consistent bathroom wall finish. They are available in different finishes and sizes, allowing you to choose a look that works with the rest of the room.
Thickness is one factor to consider when selecting wetwall panels, but it should not be the only one. Panel dimensions, finish, joining method, substrate and installation requirements are equally important.
Wet wall panels aren't simply about appearance. For many bathroom renovation projects, the attraction is the combination of a large-format wall covering, fewer visible joints and straightforward surface maintenance.
Large panels can create a more continuous appearance than a wall covered with many individual tiles.
One of the main reasons customers choose bathroom wall panels is to avoid the extensive network of grout joints associated with conventional tiling.
Wet wall panels are commonly used around showers and shower enclosures. The complete installation should be sealed correctly and installed in accordance with the manufacturer's requirements.
Panel systems can provide a practical wall finish around baths where walls are exposed to regular splashing and moisture.
Panels can be used across bathroom walls rather than being restricted to the shower area, creating a consistent decorative finish.
Suitable waterproof wall panel systems can form part of a wetroom wall finish. The underlying waterproofing, drainage and complete installation must be designed appropriately for a wetroom.
Every panel system is slightly different, so the manufacturer's instructions for your chosen product should always take priority. The basic process normally involves careful preparation, accurate cutting, fitting the appropriate profiles and correctly sealing the finished installation.
Measure the height and width of each wall. Allow for corners, windows, doors, pipework and other openings before ordering panels.
The wall should be stable, suitably prepared and free from anything that could prevent the panel system or adhesive from bonding correctly.
Dry-plan the panels before cutting. Consider where joints will fall and how corners, exposed edges and openings will be finished.
Use suitable tools and follow the cutting recommendations for the particular panel. Measure twice before making each cut.
Use compatible profiles, adhesive and joining components as specified by the panel manufacturer.
Pay particular attention to corners, joints, exposed edges and penetrations around showers, baths and plumbing. Follow the manufacturer's sealing instructions.
A good wet wall installation is about more than the panel. Getting the correct finishing components at the same time can make installation considerably easier.
Profiles provide a neat finish at exposed edges, corners and other panel transitions. Make sure the profile matches the panel thickness.
Where more than one panel is required, use the appropriate joining system for the product being installed.
Use compatible products specified for the particular panel system and intended wet-area application.
Before ordering, work through these five points. It can save time, waste and the frustration of discovering that your panels and finishing components are not compatible.
Calculate the wall area and then consider the actual panel dimensions. Remember that doors, windows and other openings affect the number of panels required.
Our range includes 8mm and 10mm options. Check that your chosen trims and profiles match the exact panel thickness.
Consider where panels will meet and how those joints will look once installed. Panel width can have a significant effect on the finished appearance.
Decide how internal corners, external corners and exposed panel edges will be finished before you start cutting.
Wetroom panels are wall covering systems designed for bathrooms, showers and other moisture-prone areas. They are also commonly referred to as wet wall panels, wetwall panels, shower wall panels and bathroom wall panels.
Products designed as waterproof wall panels are intended to provide a water-resistant or waterproof wall covering when installed correctly. The complete installation is important, including joints, corners, edges, adhesive and sealant. Always check the specification of the individual panel.
Suitable wet wall and shower panel products can be used in shower areas. Always check the individual product specification and follow the manufacturer's installation and sealing requirements.
It depends on the project. Panels can offer a large-format alternative to tiles with fewer joints and straightforward cleaning. Tiles provide different design options and installation characteristics. Consider the substrate, intended use, appearance and installation requirements before choosing.
Some panel systems can be installed over existing tiles where the substrate is sound and suitable. This depends on the particular product and adhesive system, so always follow the manufacturer's instructions.
There is no single thickness that is right for every application. Plywood Etc offers 8mm and 10mm PVC wet wall panel options. Compare the complete product specification, dimensions, profiles and installation requirements rather than choosing on thickness alone.
Many panel systems use profiles or trims around corners, exposed edges and joints. The exact requirements depend on the panel system, so check compatibility before ordering.
Many wet wall systems are installed using a suitable adhesive together with sealant. Use products compatible with the specific panel system and follow the manufacturer's installation instructions.
Some PVC wetwall products are suitable for ceiling applications. Check the individual product specification before using a panel on a ceiling.
Most smooth panel surfaces can be wiped clean using a suitable non-abrasive bathroom cleaner and a soft cloth or sponge. Follow the manufacturer's cleaning recommendations for your specific product.
Browse the Plywood Etc range above to compare 8mm and 10mm wet wall panels, waterproof shower panels and the profiles and accessories needed to complete your installation.
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