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Claddings are one-piece panels that can go on walls or ceilings, depending on your needs. Both tiles and cladding are popular choices for surfaces that tend to get wet, like those in kitchens or bathrooms, but cladding is a more popular choice for something easier to clean. Cladding doesn’t promote mould and fungi growth as tiles do, especially in spaces between each tile.

Wall claddings need to be different from ceiling claddings because of potential weight issues and related hazards. Ceiling claddings are lighter than wall claddings and other floor-mounted partitions so that they can be better held in place. If they do fall, it won’t cause as much damage as a heavier material – be it on your floor, fixtures, or worse, you.

You can use plenty of materials for claddings, but popular options include solid core boards, uPVC, and acrylic boards. Solid core boards are inexpensive to build and install but need to be laminated on both sides. uPVC is known for its durability and hard-wearing properties. Acrylics mimic glass panels but cost less and can be installed on-site, making them perfect for shower claddings and expanding perceived space instead of closing it in.

It depends on your task’s particulars. There are plenty of factors to consider, such as how big your bathroom is, how many claddings need to be installed, what sort of materials you’ll need for them, and what existing installations need to be taken into account during the installation. It would be best to ask your Tasker about project particulars and establish a timeline to manage expectations.

Over tiles, claddings have the advantage of less cost and less hassle in terms of construction. In addition, claddings can be made to fit your area’s needed measurements and made with fewer pieces compared to sticking tiles. On top of these plus points, claddings also have the advantage over glass panels by giving you the ability to have them trimmed and fit in place on-site.

There are a couple of ways you can approach this. The first is to get rid of existing tiles, but only if you’re going for a complete renovation. The other method is to see if you can apply cladding over existing tiles instead. Your Tasker would best know how to approach your project, so it is best to ask this during the ocular/quoting phase of the project.