The prospect of remodeling an office space can be both exciting and intimidating. On one hand, it shows that your business has grown enough to warrant a revamp. On the flip side is the headache of how to avoid breaking the bank and, more importantly, the continuity of your operation.
As has been proven many times, complex problems demand simple solutions. When it comes to materials, nothing embodies simplicity better than wall panels. The fact that they come prefabricated means they can be installed in a matter of hours. With that being the case, why not take a look at the most common types of wall paneling?
Tileboard
Want to make your office the envy of all? You could use tileboard panels to mimic the look of ceramic tile. Often made of resin/melamine, these panels come in square shapes of varying dimensions. Installation is as simple as gluing them atop existing drywalls, then sealing the edges using silicone caulk. It’s worth mentioning that tileboard offers little structural value, which automatically rules it out for repair applications. That said, it can be a good way to cover up minor imperfections.
Structural Panel
These are engineered for load-bearing as the name suggests, and are therefore suitable for both interior and exterior walls. Most varieties are usually made from precast concrete to allow for quick installation. A notable exception are structural insulated panels Canberra; these come with an insulative sheet sandwiched between the two exterior layers.
Pegboard
Also known as utility paneling, this comes in handy where there’s need to combine function and appearance. It’s made by pressing wood shavings at high temperature and pressure — this gives pegboard the ability to bear load, withstand moisture, and block out sound/heat. Although natural wood and white are the most common finishes, the panels can also be painted in custom colors.
Vinyl
This type of paneling is more or less similar to drywall, with the only difference being that it’s wrapped in vinyl. That of course eliminates the need for the standard finishing processes associated with normal drywall. Vinyl gypsum wall panels can be used to build partitions, ceilings and even walls.
PVC Panels
These are made by combining rigid polyvinyl chloride with a negligible amount of plasticizer. Durability aside, modern PVC panels are also designed for fire- and water-resistance, which means they can be used safely in most areas. Some are also reinforced with fiberglass to improve their structural capabilities.
Material choices are of key significance to the success of any remodeling project. The best thing about wall panels is that they’re available in all manner of options — it shouldn’t take much searching to match them to your home’s style. What’s more, the fact that they’re relatively affordable means it’ll be easy to change them at regular intervals.
