External and internal connection of plastic wall panels. Do-it-yourself installation of wall panels


In this article we will describe the process of installing panels with our own hands (PVC or MDF). The instruction itself is not considered complicated and can be performed by a person with no knowledge in construction. The main thing is to do everything according to the level so that the walls do not turn out to be crooked.

Instruction

As a rule, the installation of PVC panels is carried out on a rack of bars with a volume of 50 mm x 25 mm. Provided that the surface is suitably prepared, the panels can be attached directly to the wall or ceiling with nails, staples or glue. The lathing bars are fastened at a distance of approximately 0.5 m from each other by means of screws or nails. If the panels will be mounted horizontally, then the bars must be located vertically, and vice versa.

For a specific combination of panels, the bars must be level. The installation of the panels begins from one of the corners, in which the corner or the finishing bar is first attached. If the panels will cover the wall up to the ceiling, you need to install a ceiling plinth. Then we install the panel so that a small strip of the panel goes into the corner.

After this, the panel is fastened with nails to the crate for the fixing strip. We mount the upcoming panel, pressing it closely against the previous one, and in addition we fasten it to the crate. Installation lasts up to a close opening or corner, in these places it is necessary to install corner or finishing components that come with pvc panels. The final panel is inserted into the finishing component with little effort and snaps into place. The joints of the panels with the floor are covered with a plinth.

Cladding a building with plastic panels is a less complicated and more "clean" method of finishing a building. One of the main positive aspects of this finishing material is the highest manufacturability of installation. The assembly is carried out in the same way as a childish designer and even an amateur can cope with this task. Another advantage of this finishing technique is the actual inaccessibility of any dirt, dust, waste and other “minor phenomena” when repairs are made with their own hands.

Plastic panels are simply cut both lengthwise and across, as a result of this, there should be no difficulties in adjusting volumes during installation. From each other, the lining is connected according to the "groove-groove" type. With this type of connection, the jointing may not be similar in bloom to the panels, or even be mirrored.

Fixing Methods for PVC Panels

For fixing pvc lining and finishing moldings, use a more successful technique for you. Below are the most well-known fastening methods wall panels:

  • self-tapping screws - for fastening wall panels, you will need a drill to drill holes, although you can do it without it.
  • nails - take on board nails with wide hats and anti-corrosion coating. It is inconvenient that the protrusion of the mounting plate is small and broken fingers are guaranteed to you.
  • Staple fastening is the most successful method of fastening wall panels, here you need a staple gun.
  • adhesive compositions and mixtures - a controversial method, the reliability of fixing PVC panels cannot be exactly promised.

When installing on vertical planes, fasten the crate for fastening panels in increments of less than 60 cm; when installing on the ceiling, in order to avoid sagging, fasten the panel in increments of less than 50 cm. The material is attached to a cleared and smooth plane.

The installation process itself is not complicated and can be easily done by hand. Most often, the panels are fastened to a wooden crate, installed perpendicular to the direction of the panels, with nails, self-tapping screws or staples using a stapler. If the walls are insulated, then between their surface and the panels are installed one after another: a vapor barrier, thermal insulation, a windproof membrane.

  1. First, you need to find the direction of mounting the panels, then fix the wooden slats on the surface to be trimmed at a distance of 30-40 centimes. to each other perpendicular to the direction of the plastic panels
  2. Installation of the panels begins with the installation of framing accessories, profiles, external and internal corners. It is necessary to insert the first panel into the groove, then leave a gap of 5 mm in the groove. Now you need to make sure that the 1st panel is placed exemplarily exactly to the corner of the plane being trimmed (use a level or plumb line) and attach the mounting edge of the panel to the rails (after 30 cm) using any of the selected methods.
  3. Insert the second panel as far as it will go into the groove of panel 1 and attach its mounting edge in the same way as for panel 1. Subsequent panels are attached in the same way. The final panel must be shortened by 1 centime. from the side of the mounting edge and insert it first into the finishing plane, then slide it into the groove of the previous panel. The final panel is not fixed.
  4. To attach hanging things to the plane, you need to install an auxiliary crate in the places of their attachment, because. the panel has the ability to withstand a weight of up to 1 kg
  5. To cut the panel, use a hacksaw or saw with small, frequent teeth.
  6. It is not recommended to install panels at low temperatures (below 0C).
  7. Panels and profiles must be unpacked at a temperature of at least 10 degrees Celsius.
  8. When caring for the panels, use a soft cloth or sponge. Never use abrasive or caustic cleaners. Upon completion of installation, to relieve static stress, it is recommended to treat the plane of the panels with an antistatic agent.
  9. During operation, it will be necessary to protect the panels from impacts.

Also consider the following rules when installing PVC panels:

  1. If the plane is uneven, it will be necessary to assemble a crate from wood slats. Reiki must be placed perpendicular to the panels. It is desirable to make the distance between the slats - less than 0.5 m. When installing the lining in damp buildings, the wooden crate had to be treated with a special composition. If the walls have curvature, the crate eliminates this flaw.
  2. At the corners, an internal or external angle profile is installed. The start profile is used to mask the trimmings of the panels below and the cutouts of doors, windows, etc. When connecting panels along the length, a connecting profile is used. The ceiling plinth is used to design the junction of the wall block with the ceiling.
  3. Do-it-yourself installation of pvc panels (installation of panels) is recommended to start from the corner. In showers, bathrooms, in damp rooms, we recommend sealing the connection between the start profile and the lining. Use waterproof silicone or similar sealant for sealing.
  4. Insertion into the lining of switches, electrical outlets, etc., is carried out using a construction knife, hacksaw or jigsaw. First you need to mark the cutout with a marker.

To carry out installation work, you will need to have the following devices:

  • manual electric saw with volcanic disc;
  • electric drill and drill with a carbide tip for the diameter of the dowel;
  • hacksaw for wood or metal;
  • electric screwdriver or screwdriver;
  • building level for leveling the laths of the crate both in vertical and horizontal planes;
  • straight rail;
  • miter box;
  • shoe knife;
  • alloy scissors;
  • hammer and doboynik;
  • furniture stapler (in case of using connecting brackets with a depth of 10 mm);
  • plumb;
  • pliers;
  • ladder or stepladder.
  • chalk, pencil;
  • roulette;
  • screwdriver or electric screwdriver;
  • cord;
  • square.
  • good mood)

Judging by this manual, we can safely say that the installation process does not require much knowledge in the field of repair. If you decide to do it yourself, then go ahead. Just do not forget the main rule: measure once - cut seven times.

Panels made of polyvinyl chloride (PVC), which are also called plastic "lining", are used for finishing walls and ceilings in rooms with a high level of humidity. This material is used for interior design on terraces, balconies, in bathrooms, in the kitchen. In order to perform such work, it is not at all necessary to involve specialists. In the presence of necessary tool and the skills to work with it, you can do it yourself.

Advantages of PVC

This material allows you to quickly get a flat surface when minimal cost. Installation is very easy: if it is necessary to adjust the strip to size, the lining can be sawn with a hand saw with fine teeth or using an electric jigsaw. PVC panels are a relatively cheap finishing material.


At the same time, their decorative qualities are very high due to the wide variety of colors and shades, in addition, their surface can imitate natural material such as marble. A mirror-golden and mirror-silver lining is made.

The sanitary qualities of plastic lining are especially important: its surface is not a habitat for microorganisms and viruses. PVC panels are not damaged by insect grinders and rodents. This material is easy to care for: in order to put it in order, it is enough to wipe the surface with a damp cloth. You can also use chemical detergents other than those containing acetone. This construction material does not accumulate static electricity, dust does not settle on its surface. Polyvinyl chloride does not exude unpleasant odors, does not emit substances harmful to the human body. He is not afraid of water and temperature changes, is inert to most household chemicals.

You can hide electrical wiring under the plastic lining, water pipes and other communications. If necessary, insulation can be laid between the wall and the facing material.

Front installation work it is not required to level the base (wall or ceiling), dismantle the old finish, which greatly simplifies repair work.

How to choose a quality lining

The choice of lining should be in accordance with the general concept of interior decoration. In this case, the color of the material, its type should be taken into account (PVC panels come in different widths, seamless connection and with a seam).

High-quality material should not have damage on the front surface (dents, scratches, sagging). Decorative panels should not have defects in the pattern on the front side. All panels must be even: to make sure of this, you need to connect several strips into a lock. If docking occurs without problems and no distortion is visible, the material is suitable.

You should pay attention to the internal structure of the material: the more transverse jumpers in it, the stronger it will be.

Tools and fixtures required for installation

To clad a wall or ceiling with a plastic clapboard, you will need an electric drill or a puncher (for attaching the crate), a hand saw with fine teeth (or a jigsaw), a building level, a plumb line, a tape measure, a hammer (or a construction stapler with staples), construction pencil. A screwdriver, a miter box and a shoe knife may come in handy. If you intend to mount the panels at a great height, you will need a stepladder.

Installation Basics

Most often, PVC panels are attached to a pre-arranged crate made of wooden slats or bars. The crate is leveled and attached to the wall with dowel-nails or self-tapping screws. It is very convenient to fix with staples using a construction stapler: this greatly simplifies the work and reduces the time it takes to complete it.

When choosing a material for the crate, dry materials should be preferred. If the slats are supposed to be attached to an external, cold wall, the wood must be treated with an antiseptic composition.

Orient the bars perpendicular to the position of the panels: if facing material will be installed vertically, then the crate - horizontally and vice versa. The distance between the rails is chosen to be about 0.5 m. In addition to wood materials, metal profiles can be used (if necessary) for the crate.

When cladding walls, it is important to follow the vertical when installing the crate: this is necessary for the correct joining of the panels in the corners. Installation begins from any of the corners, where the finishing bar or corner is first installed. If the panel should cover the wall up to the ceiling, then a special ceiling plinth is attached to the upper part. The panel is installed in such a way that its upper edge goes into the plinth groove.


The material is fastened to the crate with nails using special brackets, but it is allowed to fix the lining without the use of brackets. If the crate is made of metal profiles, metal screws are used. After fixing the first strip, the next one is pressed against it, while its key part should fit tightly into the counterpart of the adjacent PVC panel. This continues until the entire surface is covered. At the bottom of the wall, near the floor, a plinth is attached.

If the surface of the wall is perfectly flat, all the corners are of the correct shape, then the plastic lining can be glued directly to the wall. For this, “liquid nails” are used: such glue is applied to the back of the panel, which is then pressed tightly against the wall.

Proper installation of PVC panels with care and proper care will allow the material to serve for several decades.

Video on the installation of PVC panels.



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