Not long ago, finishing a wall in the kitchen or bathroom almost always started with tiles. Today more and more people are looking for a solution that offers similar durability but avoids grout lines, heavy renovation work and a long installation.
Hence the growing popularity of large-format PVC and SPC wall panels. They are not an attempt to imitate ceramic. They are a separate category of material that answers different needs: changing an interior faster, showing a large continuous pattern and keeping maintenance simple.
Why are we moving away from traditional tiles?
Tiles still have their place, but they are not always the most convenient choice. Laying them means preparing the substrate, cutting many pieces and grouting. Change the look later and you add chipping, dust and rubble to the list.
Wall panels reduce the number of joints and can cover a large part of a wall with a single element. The stone or marble pattern therefore reads more calmly, and the surface is easier to keep clean.
Large format changes how a room feels
The biggest difference is not in the material but in the scale. A large panel shows the full drawing of the stone without breaking it up with a dense grid of grout. A small bathroom looks cleaner as a result, and the wall behind the television or the kitchen worktop can become the main feature of the room.
PVC or SPC?
PVC panels are light, thin and convenient for a quick makeover. They work well where easy fitting and installation onto an existing surface matter most.
SPC panels have a more rigid construction and often use a click connection system. The choice depends on where they are installed, the effect you want and how the edges are finished.
Where do panels work best?
- in the bathroom, including around the bath and washbasin, once the joints are properly sealed,
- in the kitchen as a finish for the wall above the worktop,
- in the living room on a television or feature wall,
- in hallways and commercial spaces, where easy cleaning counts.
A sample before you decide
A colour on screen can look different in daylight and in the evening. Before choosing, order samples, set them against your floor and furniture, and look at them in the place you plan to install.
See the wall panel collection or order samples to compare the designs in your own home.