A Guide to Decorative Wall Panels

A decorative wall panel is an easy way to spruce up a so-so wall. Forget spending hours and lots of money flattening out the many bumps and lumps in a wall. Read on about how to create a showpiece wall so gorgeous no one will ever know what lies beneath.

Decorative Wall Panel Uses

A decorative wall panel can transform a tired or dingy wall into something you’ll want to show off. It can be just a portion of a wall, almost like an oversized piece of art, or it can cover the entire wall. Decorative wall panels are the perfect solution if you like to periodically change the decorative scheme of a room. They can also function as a permanent change in a room.

Decorative Wall Panel Types

You have your choice of many different decorative wall panel types, including:

• Fabric: This is one of the simplest panel types. Fabric is placed tautly in a frame and hung on the wall. Your designs and patterns are limited only by your imagination and your budget.

• MDF: This is an extremely versatile option since you can top the MDF with anything you want: timber veneers, paint, stain, laminates, metal veneers or coating, lacquer, wallpaper, and much more. With this option, you can stick with one uniform look, or mix it up to create something truly unique.

• Glass: If you desire a sleek, modern feel in your room, look no further than glass wall panels. You can install them in a number of colours or in different finishes, such as etched, frosted, and of course, clear. You can also create a design all your own by sandblasting it onto the glass panel.

• Natural-looking Tile: Save some money and the hassle of installing timber, sandstone, limestone, or granite directly on a wall by applying tiles that mimic these natural materials onto a wall panel. With the tiles on a panel instead of directly on the wall, it will be much easier to change decorating schemes down the road.

• Textured: Bring the third dimension to your wall — not to mention a tactile feel — by installing plywood or sub-board panels covered with materials, such as fur, suede or leather.

• Chalkboard or White Board: Let the kids draw on walls without fear of permanent damage. Install large white boards or chalkboards to create a space for your miniature Monet in the making.