Frequently Asked Questions
Can Panelscape be used in a shower?
Most certainly. The joins are factory tested during
production for water transference. However, for double surety, we
recommend you run a bead of silicone sealant down the inside of the back
lug of the female edge of each panel during installation.
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Are there places where it shouldn't be
used?
It shouldn't be used:
a) in front of, or next to a
fireplace or hot cooking appliances, or distortion may occur
b) on the floor or bench tops
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Can it be used on ceilings?
Yes. It is a good idea to cut the starting panels (from one
end of the room) into different lengths to then provide a staggered
formation over the whole ceiling area.
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Can it be used for lining eaves?
Yes, it is most suitable for this purpose.
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How long has this product been available in
Australia? How reliable is it?
Panelscape has been sold in Australia since 1994. However,
this type of product is very popular for walls and ceilings in Europe and
Scandinavia and has been sold in large quantities there for more than
thirty years. Panelscape have a manufacturer's guarantee of ten years.
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How noticeable are the joins? Do they collect
dirt?
The joins are noticeable enough to provide the slim, modern
panel appearance. However, they form a flush joint and as a consequence,
dirt or mould does not collect there.
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How difficult is Panelscape to install?
Panelscape is the easiest of all bathroom walling to
install. There are not the same problems of slippage on the wall while the
adhesive is setting, as often experienced with other types of
panelling.
Also, the narrow panel width and the slot-together facility
make the job so much quicker and easier. A common practice used by
professional installers is stapling the back lug of each panel during
installation. This completely eliminates any slippage opportunity and
further speeds up installation.
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How do you cut the panels?
They are easily cut with a fine tooth saw.
It is a good idea to hold the saw gently, not tightly, to
give the cleanest edge.
What about cutting holes for taps, etc?
You can use a high speed hole cutter. Or first make a small
hole and then cut the hole to the desired larger size with a small pointed
hand saw or 'Stanley' knife.
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Can you install Panelscape directly over wall
tiles?
Yes, you can. However you need to remove any oiliness from
the tiles with Sugar Soap and then roughen the surface to allow adequate
adhesive grip.
IMPORTANT: Check that the shank of the tap is long
enough to take the additional 10mm thickness of the Panelscape.
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Can you install directly onto studs?
Yes, provided there is support for the panels at the joins.
However, for shower application it is recommended that the panels be glued
onto backing material (for example, wet area plasterboard).
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To what other surfaces can Panelscape be
adhered?
Panelscape can be glued to substrates including
plasterboard, cement sheet, plywood and rendered walls.
Check the adhesive manufacturer's recommendation on the best
glue for your application. Uneven walls should be battened first.
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Do you always need to use the corner mouldings?
In
a two wall shower situation, if the internal corner is good and straight,
by starting installation from the corner you can butt full panels together
without an internal corner mould and then just use mould resistant
silicone sealant in the corner join.
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What adhesives are recommended for installing
the panels?
PVC is not 'friendly' to some adhesives.
Silicone products, such as Selleys
Roof & Gutter Sealant (as a glue) or Selleys All
Clear are recommended for installation over plasterboard, timber or
fibro cement.
What sealant should be used in shower
installation?
Use a mould resistant silicone sealant such as Selleys
Roof & Gutter Sealant at the corners, outer edges and where the
panels meet the shower base, as well as around the fittings.
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What is the best way to maintain Panelscape
walls after installation?
Panelscape is virtually maintenance free. Simply wipe over
with a damp cloth. Do not use harsh detergents or abrasive cleaners.
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