Comparison between PVC Wall Panels And Metal Wall Panels

As we all know, interior wall panels are a kind of building material used for indoor wall and ceiling decoration, which has multiple functions such as sound insulation, heat insulation, and beautification of the indoor environment. Interior wall panels usually have a variety of materials, each of which has its advantages and disadvantages.

Then this article will introduce two types of interior wall panels in detail, namely PVC wall panels and metal wall panels.

What are the PVC wall panels?

PVC wall panels are a new type of wall decoration material, mainly made of PVC. Other materials are added during the production process, fully mixed, extruded at high temperature in the extrusion equipment, then water-cooled and shaped, and finally covered with PVC film.

As a new type of interior decoration profile, PVC wallboard has gradually replaced the previous bulky solid wood wallboard and become an ideal interior wallboard decoration material.

There are two common surface treatment processes for PVC wall panels, namely PVC film and thermal transfer. Both processes have their advantages and disadvantages. The film process can customize a variety of different finishes with exquisite appearance. However, due to the influence of the installation environment or high-temperature environment, the PVC film on the surface of the PVC wall panel may fall off. The thermal transfer process is to transfer the designed pattern to the PVC wall panel in a specific way. This process also has disadvantages. Due to the influence of the installation environment and the age of use, it will also fade.

There are three kinds of surface decoration effects of PVC wall panels. One is that after two wall panels are spliced, the gap presents a V-shaped seam effect; the second is that after splicing, the gap presents a U-shaped seam effect; the third is that after a flat connection, it presents a flat seam effect. In addition, the back of the wall panel adopts a flat plate design and has anti-slip grooves to meet the installation requirements of different projects.

In the current decoration market, PVC wall panels usually have three different widths, namely 300mm, 400mm, and 600mm, among which 400mm and 600mm PVC wall panels are more popular.

PVC wall panels are easy to install, have good decorative effects, are environmentally friendly, and flame retardant, and are widely used in home decoration, commercial space decoration, and other fields.

In addition, PVC wall panels also have good weather resistance and durability, can adapt to different environmental conditions, and maintain good physical properties and aesthetics.

What are the metal wall panels?

Metal wall panels are materials used for construction and interior wall decoration, usually made of a composite of galvanized steel plates, stone plates, corrugated metal plates, and other materials.

There are three main types of surface treatment for metal wall panels, namely pre-coating, post-coating, and wood grain lamination.

Pre-coated metal wall panels are purchased from color-coated steel plates, which are processed and formed before being compounded with the substrate, but the cuts are not painted, easy to rust, the coating thickness is low, and the zinc layer on the steel plate is thin, so the price is relatively low and the quality is poor. It is generally only used in equipment rooms and is not suitable for public places.

Post-coated metal wall panels use galvanized steel plates and then enter the pre-coating and painting stages. After the painting is completed, they are compounded with the substrate. The quality is good and is widely used in public places such as bank halls, hospital halls, corridors, etc.

There are two main types of films covering the surface of wood grain laminated metal wall panels. They are domestic films and imported films. The quality of the film is the main factor affecting the surface quality of the steel plate.

The advantages of metal wall panels include easy installation and maintenance, easy cleaning, wear resistance, corrosion resistance, high-temperature resistance, wind and rain resistance, and compliance with environmental protection requirements. ‌

In addition, metal wall panels can simulate the texture and facade touch of solid wood wall panels, and can be customized in different color styles to match different building scenes. ‌ Due to easy cleaning, easy maintenance, and longer service life than solid wood wall panels, more and more buildings choose metal wall panels as wall materials. ‌

The application of metal wall panels in computer rooms is particularly prominent. As a new type of wall decoration material, it can replace traditional decorative materials such as latex paint and wall tiles. It has the characteristics of lightness, safety, and good decorative effect.

Comparison between PVC wall panels and metal wall panels

PVC wall panels and metal wall panels each have their own unique advantages and applicable scenarios. You can make the right choice based on your personal project budget and interior decoration style.

Conclusion

In summary, PVC wall panels are suitable for short-term projects with higher requirements for cost and installation convenience, while metal wall panels are more suitable for long-term projects with higher requirements for durability and long-term use. Which wall panel to choose depends on the specific needs of the project and your procurement budget.