Wall panels for an apron in the kitchen: characteristics, types and design

In recent years, wall panels have increasingly begun to be used to decorate a kitchen backsplash. They are easily cleaned of any type of contamination, and in the event of defects, one part can be easily replaced without disassembling the entire apron. And such plates are cheaper than many other decorative materials.

In previous years, tiles were used for the kitchen backsplash, but today its popularity is falling - modern wall panels are replacing them. An apron is not only a decorative element that creates style in the room, but also protects the walls from humidity and temperature fluctuations. That is why materials should be selected based on the requirements for their physical and operational parameters. They must:

• have increased resistance to moisture;

• easy to clean with any detergent;

• be resistant to all kinds of mechanical damage;

• do not react to strong temperature changes;

• to emphasize the style and design of the interior.

Wall panels fully meet all these requirements. Among the advantages is the fact that the installation of these plates almost does not require much time and effort. The apron made of them will reliably protect the walls from burning, dust, water, accumulation of dirt and grease.

Wall panels are made from a wide variety of materials. Let's consider the most popular varieties.

This type of cladding panels has been used for quite a long time, in previous years, in the overwhelming majority of cases, it was installed in government agencies, however, modern materials are distinguished by increased strength characteristics - that is why they "migrated" to the walls of kitchens in residential buildings and apartments.

These are very high quality and practical products, their advantages are:

• ease of installation;
• high thermal insulation and sound absorption;
• the ability to hide unaesthetic electrical communication cables;
• ease of cleaning with any cleaning agent other than abrasive;
• the ability to quickly replace any damaged part;
• low cost.

The main advantage of such panels is their environmental safety, during operation they do not emit harmful and toxic substances, therefore they can be used for installation in residential premises. They are characterized by increased moisture resistance and have stiffening ribs, due to which they acquire special strength.

Laminated panels are a material with the following set of positive characteristics:

• ease of installation;
• minimum of joining seams;
• resistance to scratches and chips.

It is even more resistant to temperature and water than MDF. Manufacturers produce a wide range of various colors and textures, which can even imitate natural stone and wood of the most expensive species.

Wall boards are veneer sheets carefully glued together. These are environmentally friendly products that are characterized by increased resistance to moisture and high temperatures. The material is durable, aesthetically attractive and at the same time has a very moderate cost.

This is a rather original material that is made from wood shavings, and is covered with thin plastic on top. The panels are very much in demand when decorating kitchen aprons due to the fact that they look brighter, juicier and more beautiful than film faced plywood. The materials are moisture resistant, they do not deform near fire and are not afraid of adhesion of grease and dirt. But their cost is significantly higher than the price of laminated ones.

It is very expensive, but extremely practical and durable material. The panels look very impressive, especially if they are decorated not only with an apron, but also with a countertop with a sink. The material meets all environmental requirements, it is resistant to high temperatures, as well as to the influence of aggressive cleaning agents. The panels can easily withstand temperature changes, and if necessary, they can be easily restored. However, due to the high cost, such plates are rarely used for finishing an apron.

These are versatile products that look good both in a large kitchen combined with a dining room and in a small space. These panels are called "skinali", as a rule, they are made of tempered or ordinary glass. Designers recommend combining them with glossy decor. A budget variety of such panels is considered to be models made of ordinary glass, as a rule, they are two-layer and consist of the glass itself, as well as a film glued to it from the back side. Instead of film, chipboard is sometimes used. This is an excellent option that combines stylish design with low cost, but there are also limitations in its use - such plates are not recommended to be mounted near an open fire.

Tempered glass panels are considered more versatile. - products are resistant to high temperatures and mechanical damage. The material is very expensive but well worth it.

Ecostyle supporters prefer wood panels when decorating an apron - such decors fit perfectly into country or Provence style. The wood looks invariably attractive and respectable, thereby creating an atmosphere of comfort and a high standard of living. At the same time, wood is very susceptible to moisture and detergents; therefore, such panels should be washed as little as possible. Even if they are covered with special impregnations and waxes, then with constant contact with aggressive compounds, they begin to deform and collapse.

You will learn more about the types of wall aprons for the kitchen from the video.