What is PVC panels?
PVC stands for PolyVinyl Chloride. It is a widely used plastic material & most of the plumbing & irrigation pipes are made of this material.
PVC wall panels are hollow-core items used for the interior wall claddings & ceilings. Due to their hollow part, they are lighter in weight. They have a tongue & groove-type joints for faster & easy installments. PVC wall panels are used as a decorative material for the home interior.
Advantages:
1. Lighter in weight & user-friendly.
2. Easy to install in very little time.
3. They can be cut to the required size as per the wall area.
4. If there is dampness on the wall, you cannot use wallpapers or paints unless you treat them. In such areas, PVC wall panels are the best available alternatives.
5. PVC wall panels don't burn easily. The ignition temp. of PVC is around 435°C.
6. Easy to transport & budget-friendly.
7. Nominal installation wastage as they are available in different dimensions.
8. PVC wall panels are easy to clean as they have a smooth surface.
9. PVC panels have good sound insulation properties.
10. They are 100% recyclable plastic products.
11. Removing & reinstalling is easy as they have a tongue & groove-type joints.
12. PVC panels are available in a huge variety & of designs to choose from.
Cleaning PVC bathroom wall panels:
1. Start to apply a good lather of the warm soapy water all over your panels using your cloth.
2. Allow the soapy water to soak into any specific marks or stains on the panels ( for 2-5 minutes).
3. Replenish your soapy water bucket with fresh warm water & thoroughly rinse your cloth.
4. Wipe Down The Panels in circular motions to remove dirt and as much soapy residue as possible. If the panels are inside a shower you can also rising the panels down with the shower head.
5. Finally wipe your panels with a dry microfibre cloth to dry and leave a super clean finish.
An alternative to these steps is to purchase a specific PVC panel cleaning spray. The process is simple as spraying the panel and wiping with a clean microfibre cloth.
How often should I clean PVC wall panels?
Cleaning a bathroom will depend on how often the room is used and how many people us the room. Its is advised that bathroom are cleaned at least ones a week. If you use your shower daily, it's a good idea and good practice to get into the habit of wiping down the panels after every use. Drying water within the shower and on any silicone sealant will help to reduce silicone going black and needing replacing.
DO NOT USE:
ABRASIVE CLOTHS OR SPONGES
ABRASIVE CLEANERS
BLEACH
AS THESE CAN DEMAGE WALL PANELS
