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Installing Decorative Acrylic Panels

Are you planning to give your kitchen or any room in your home a modern facelift? Then, decorative acrylic panels may be just what you need!

The recent decades have seen the increasing popularity of these types of panels. Unlike ceramic tiles that require meticulous installation procedures, acrylic panels are more convenient to put up and maintain. They are also resistant to molds and mildew. Many home improvement stores offer a wide selection of decorative acrylic panels in varying hues, shades and patterns. Just select the style that best matches your room.

How do you go about installing decorative acrylic panels? First of all, you need to know the specific sizes of panels that you will be using. Enquire with your local shop if they have panels in the exact sizes that you need. While waiting for your panels to be delivered, go about repairing the wall and removing the old backsplash (this is a vertical surface that is designed to protect the wall behind your countertop or stove). Level out irregular surfaces on the wall with joint compound. Make sure that the surfaces where the panels are to be installed are clean and smooth. This will allow for better adhesion of the panel to the wall. If the panels delivered to you need further resizing, cut it face down with a fine-bladed hacksaw.

Next, glue the panels to your walls with a special adhesive that is specifically formulated for use with acrylic. Apply a thin coat of adhesive to the back of the panel and press it firmly to the wall, running the palm of your hand over the surface in smooth strokes. Do this for all the panels. If there are spaces in between panels, fill them up with caulk using a caulking gun.

Decorative acrylic panels have been used as a substitute for glass windows. Glass is a fragile material and prone to breaking if one is not careful. A safer option will be semi-transparent or transparent panels. Inquire with the store where you purchased your panels as to how to install them properly.

It certainly is no wonder that these panels have been popular among homeowners. Not only are they durable and easy to clean and maintain, but they are also a cheaper and safer alternative to fragile glass panes and tiles.