Wall panels

The decorative wall panels in this collection all have a 3D relief and almost all are self-adhesive: you remove the film, put the panel against the wall and press. There are foam squares of 35 × 35 and 70 × 70 cm, flexible panels of 40 × 300 cm with a ceramic tile effect and grid patterns.

For a specific type, go to the dedicated collections: 3D wall panels, self-adhesive wall panels and wooden wall panels.

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Decorative panels for interior walls: the models you will find

These are decorative wall panels for indoors, all with a 3D relief. Many models are foam: squares of 35 × 35, 35 × 38 and 70 × 70 cm, also sold in sets of 10 or 20 pieces, and one model 50 cm wide. Then there are the flexible panels of 40 cm × 3 m with a ceramic tile effect, grid patterns, on a roll or in 35 × 35 cm PVC squares, a modern-style set and a patina green and pink model.

You use them as cladding panels for interior walls without calling in a builder. Wall panelling based on panels and frames, boiserie, has its own collection instead: the wall mouldings; for other effects there are the wood effect panels and the stone and brick effect panels.

Decorative wall panels for indoors: how to choose them

To choose among these panels for walls, start with the size. The 35 × 35 cm squares are easy to handle around sockets, switches and corners and can be trimmed without waste. If you prefer fewer joints, go for the large decorative panels: a 70 × 70 cm square covers the same as four small ones, and a 40 × 300 cm panel set vertically covers a wall 2.70 m high with a margin for cutting.

Then look at the material and the style. Foam is soft to the touch, whereas the grid squares are PVC. The grid and the modern-style set suit minimalist interiors, the ceramic effect recalls classic tiles and coloured decorative panels, like the patina green and pink model, work best on a single wall. For the marble effect there are the PVC panels for bathroom and kitchen.

Ideas for covering walls in the living room, bedroom and hallway

In the living room, decorative panels almost always go on the television wall: a strip behind the television acts as a backdrop and frames the screen. As an alternative, there is the wall behind the sofa. Decorative panels in the bedroom look good on the bed wall, where they act as a headboard without your having to buy one. In the children’s room you can limit yourself to the lower band of the wall, the one children touch most.

In the hallway and corridor they cover the stretch of wall most marked by bags and jackets; along interior stairs you can place them following the slope of the steps. In the kitchen and bathroom keep them away from the hob and from direct shower splashes. For the ceiling there are the decorative ceiling panels.

How to stick decorative panels to the wall

Almost all the decorative wall panels on this page have the adhesive already on the back, protected by a film: no glue, nails or drill needed. That said, the adhesive only grips on a smooth, clean and dry surface, so preparing the wall counts as much as fitting.

  • Clean the wall of dust and grease with a damp cloth and let it dry well.
  • Draw a horizontal line with a spirit level and start from the bottom or the centre.
  • Remove the film, put the panel on the line and press with the palm from the centre towards the edges.
  • Trim edge pieces and the outline of sockets and switches with a craft knife and a ruler.
  • Do not fit them on raw plaster, damp walls or paint that is still fresh.

Cleaning and removing decorative panels

To clean them, a soft, barely damp cloth is enough, with at most a drop of mild detergent. Avoid rough sponges and abrasive products, which spoil the relief of the foam. Dust in the grooves is removed with a feather duster.

To remove them, peel the flat panel off starting at a corner. A well-bonded adhesive can take some paint with it, and a panel that has been peeled off normally no longer sticks as it did. If you plan to change the layout often, stick the panels to a thin board and fix the board to the wall.

How much decorative panels cost and how many you need

The price depends on the format and the number of pieces: a set of 10 foam panels costs less than a set of 10 squares of 70 × 70 cm. To compare them, divide the price by the square metres each set covers. If you are looking for affordable decorative panels, remember that you do the fitting yourself, so you only pay for the material. You can return your order within 30 days.

For the quantity, divide the area of the wall (width by height) by that of one panel. A 35 × 35 cm square covers about 0.12 m², so for 1 m² you need 9; a 70 × 70 cm one covers 0.49 m²; a 40 × 300 cm panel covers 1.2 m². For a television wall 2 m wide and 2.5 m high, that is, 5 m², allow about 41 small squares or 11 large ones, plus 10% spare for cuts.

Do decorative panels protect against cold or noise?

No. They are decorative wall panels, that is, for decoration, and they do not replace an ETICS external thermal system or a plasterboard lining: a cold wall or one with condensation must be fixed first. Also keep them away from hobs, fireplaces and stoves.

With noise it is something similar: these panels are not designed for acoustics. If a room has echo, you need the decorative acoustic panels, which reduce reverberation inside but do not stop the noise of the neighbours or the street.

Frequently asked questions

Can decorative panels be stuck on a damp wall?

No. On a damp wall or one with efflorescence the adhesive peels off, and covering the stain hides the problem without solving it. These panels do not absorb damp: first find the cause, whether condensation, a leak or rising damp, and have it fixed. Once the wall has been dry and repainted for some weeks, you can fit them as on any other wall.

What is the difference from polystyrene decorative panels?

People looking for polystyrene decorative panels usually want a light cladding to fit themselves. In our models, when the material is stated, it is foam, in some cases soft, or PVC, and almost all have the adhesive already on the back: there is no need for the glue that many polystyrene panels require. The sizes and the number of pieces are given on each product page.

Can decorative panels be cut?

Yes. The foam squares and the flexible panels are trimmed with a very sharp craft knife and a metal ruler; on grid PVC it is best to run the blade two or three times along the same line instead of forcing it. Measure twice and cut on the back before removing the film: the panel stays still and the edge comes out cleaner.

Are decorative panels suitable for the kitchen and bathroom?

Some models are also suitable for the kitchen and bathroom. Fit them on walls that do not get direct water and away from the hob, because heat and grease weaken the adhesive. To clean them use a damp cloth without abrasives and, after a shower, ventilate the room so the wall stays dry.

How long do self-adhesive decorative panels last?

We cannot give you a number of years: it depends mostly on the wall and the room. The adhesive lasts longer on a smooth, dry, well-prepared wall, away from direct sun and heat sources. Foam fears knocks and sharp objects: in high-traffic areas choose formats you can replace one at a time, such as the squares.