Progress and technology do not stand still, expanding the range of services and goods. As a result, consumers have the opportunity to choose based on their taste and fashion. Individuality is the trend today. Non-standard solutions require original combinations and interesting materials that will allow you to create a unique design.
3D panels always look interesting in the interior and will not go unnoticed
What are 3d panels
They are raised square or rectangular tiles of a given color. In this case, the relief can be both convex and depressed. Thanks to it, a so-called 3D effect is created, that is, a three-dimensional image.
As a result, the color and texture of the walls are created simultaneously. Moreover, the decoration of one wall, part of it or a column, arch, ledge, partition looks more beautiful. That is, 3D panels are a material for creating a spectacular accent in the interior.
Installation and decoration of 3D wooden panels
Types of 3D wallpaper with photo printing elements
The assortment offers the following types of wallpaper with photo printing.
- A single canvas is a separate, independent image glued to walls and partitions. Partially the surface may protrude into a frame.
- Panoramic canvas. Located on all walls of the room. Creates a full-scale image effect.
- Photo wallpaper with a fluorescent 3D effect. The originality of the look is determined by the ability of the canvas to glow in the dark. This property is possessed by special elements contained in the paint layer.
- LED wallpaper. Expensive look. A lighting system is included with the purchase.
There are several types of 3D photo wallpapers
What are 3D wall panels made of?
This finishing material is available in various compositions:
- gypsum is a common environmentally friendly option; the features of its natural composition provide a pronounced texture;
- wood is environmentally friendly, but costs an order of magnitude more, so it is less in demand;
- bamboo is environmentally friendly and cheaper than wood;
- MDF - affordable and beautiful;
- aluminum – practical and durable;
- glass is original, but the price is not affordable for everyone;
- polymers - aesthetically pleasing and inexpensive.
For each type, depending on the composition, the appropriate production technology is used.
Making a 3D gypsum panel using a special mold
LED wallpaper
A popular way to decorate the interior is material with an electronic system. It consists of a large number of LEDs that can be controlled using a remote control. The user himself selects the blinking frequency, backlight intensity and other parameters.
The number of available modes depends on the type of material. The more features a product has, the more expensive it is. This amazing material is used instead of lighting fixtures, which saves energy.
Advantages of use and disadvantages
Like other finishing materials, 3D elements have a number of advantages and disadvantages, knowing which everyone will decide whether to use them for interior decoration:
| Advantages | Flaws |
| Original material for wall cladding | Some types of road |
| High decorative qualities | A designer's assistance in drawing up a project is desirable. |
| Easy installation | Experience and knowledge required for independent installation |
| Environmental friendliness | Environmental friendliness depends on the composition |
| Strength and Durability | When mounted on a lathing, requires the use of additional space |
| Additional heat and sound insulation | Some materials from which volumetric panels are made have features that should be taken into account before using them for finishing: glass and plaster break, MDF is afraid of moisture, mold may appear under PVC |
| Easy to care for | It is advisable to select detergents taking into account the composition of volumetric slabs |
Advantages of 3D panels
A little history
For the first time, unusual, stylish 3D wall panels appeared in the United States a little over ten years ago. Initially, these products were intended exclusively for decorative decoration of external walls of buildings.
Very quickly, having appreciated the merits of this design, the craftsmen began to use them in the interior of the interior space. Today these beautiful 3D materials are extremely popular in Europe. This is not the first year that they have conquered the Russian consumer.
Types of 3D finishing panels
Wall panels differ from each other in color, texture, relief pattern, and shape. The material from which these decorative elements are made and the manufacturing technology play a significant role:
- a design project and a computer model of future products are drawn up;
- appropriate material is selected;
- tiles are formed, they are given a given volume and relief;
- the final stage includes the application of veneer, enamel, protective coating, or painting.
Milling of 3D panels
The result is volumetric panels ready for installation. They come with a wave effect, in the form of various figured ornaments, with imitation leather upholstery or natural wood patterns.
From complex to simple – aluminum in wall decoration
Aluminum has found a place in the decor of rooms, where it is used for wall decoration - wall panels are produced from it.
The relief of a given pattern is achieved by perforation. To protect the metal from corrosion, mechanical damage and contamination, its surface is covered with a film of polymer compounds.
With this technology, aluminum tiles are suitable for use in any building, especially in areas with high humidity. They are fire resistant, so they are good for decorating a kitchen apron. In the living room, aluminum products will also find a place in a high-tech or constructivist design.
Such panels are suitable for places with high humidity
Glass 3D panels - a new word in decor
Decorative panels made of glass give an extraordinary effect. The translucency of the pattern brings mystery and charm to the design of the premises.
Such wall panels are made from special heavy-duty tempered glass. He is not afraid of mechanical damage, except perhaps intentional destructive blows. If it so happens that the panel breaks, there will be no small fragments, so decorative glass panels are considered safe.
Like any glass, they are not afraid of dampness, temperature changes, and are easy to care for. You just need to choose a high-quality cleaning agent for glass surfaces.
The only drawback is the high cost.
3D glass panel in the kitchen with lighting
Wooden and bamboo cladding elements
For connoisseurs of environmentally friendly coatings, manufacturers offer volumetric panels made of natural wood or bamboo.
After special treatment, the surface of the wood is impregnated with protective compounds that will keep it in good condition. True, the price for them is high, so not everyone can afford such luxury.
In this case, you should pay attention to bamboo products. They have similar qualities, but are much cheaper. They have one unique property - to absorb moisture without deteriorating or becoming moldy. They are pleasant to the touch and very durable.
With their help it is easy to create eco-style, Scandinavian, eclecticism.
Using a 3D wooden panel you can create an eco-style
3D PVC Wall Panels
Decorative panels made of polymers do not lose their positions. The advantages lie in unlimited design possibilities, since it is easy to create a relief of any complexity from PVC at a relatively low cost, which makes these elements attractive to any buyer.
PVC products are considered environmentally friendly, as they do not emit harmful compounds, including when heated. They are resistant to chemical and mechanical influences. They are durable and easy to care for.
There is an assortment of tiles of different colors and relief patterns. They are suitable for creating any interior style, from classic to constructivist.
Most often, such panels are used to decorate walls in the bathroom.
Decorative 3D panels for walls - defining characteristics
The quality of products depends on the composition from which they are made. But there are also common characteristics:
- environmental friendliness is characteristic of all types of facing elements. But in the first place are bamboo, wood, plaster;
- long service life. Unlike other types of finishing, they are dismantled and installed in another place;
- wide design possibilities due to the range of panels for walls and the ability to apply various coatings to them: veneer, paint, varnish;
- resistance to temperature changes;
- moisture resistance;
- fire safety - even wooden panels have a special coating that protects them from the effects of flame;
- soundproofing properties - muffle noise, so they are good for decorating bedrooms and children's rooms;
- 3D wall panels are lightweight, which makes their installation much easier;
- combine with any decor options;
- easy to install and paint.
Installation and decoration of gypsum 3D panels
Fluorescent wallpaper
Luminous products have a special paint on the surface. It accumulates the energy of the sun during the day and releases it at night. Paints can be applied in different colors to create a beautiful painting.
The dimensions of 3D photo wallpaper on the wall depend on the wishes of the consumer. Fluorescent backlit products depicting cities, landscapes, and space look impressive.
Design possibilities of 3D wall panels
The main purpose of the panels in the interior is to create visual volume and an unusual effect.
The volume is created due to the relief that the panels have. As a result, the wall does not look flat, it becomes part of a multidimensional space and is more harmoniously perceived by the eye.
At the same time, wall panels create an accent, highlighting the interior area: headboard, kitchen apron, sitting area or dining area. The material plays a significant role here. Gypsum tiles have a rough texture that is pleasant to the tactile perception and are more suitable for design in soothing colors. Aluminum models, on the contrary, look more expressive. Therefore, when choosing these finishing elements, it is necessary to take into account the style of the interior where they will be used.
When mounted on sheathing, the panels can also help hide uneven wall surfaces, which will significantly reduce the cost of the overall renovation. Accordingly, the costs of the panels will be fully recouped. By decorating the surface of the walls with them, you can easily hide unsuccessful switches, sockets, cables and wires without unnecessary gating.
This finishing material is suitable for decorating ceilings and cabinet furniture. Thanks to their novelty, originality and considerable price, the panels bring a touch of respectability to the interior.
An example of a finished 3D panel in the living room
3d panels for walls: selection and installation
As already mentioned, panels with a 3D effect are most often used to create an accent in a certain place in the room. This material looks good if there is only a little of it. Therefore, when decorating rooms with it, it is important not to overdo it, otherwise you can get the opposite effect.
That is why it is important to initially decide on the place where this finishing material will be used. Next, a specific version of the elements is selected based on shape, relief, and color. The panels must correspond not only to the general concept of the interior, but also be combined with other materials. For example, next to textured wallpaper it is better to install panels made of plaster or bamboo. And next to the glossy ones there are panels made of PVC, MDF, aluminum.
Now the question of installation remains. 3D panels can be placed on any walls: brick, concrete, plastered, plasterboard, putty.
Before installing the panels, it is necessary to prepare the walls:
- if necessary, level;
- cover the openings of the sockets, close the switches;
- prime the walls with special highly adhesive compounds that will provide better adhesion between the glue, the wall and the panels.
- if necessary, make a sheathing on which the panels will later be attached.
As already mentioned, some types of panels absorb moisture from the outside and then release it back. These are panels made of gypsum and bamboo. Therefore, after purchasing, they just need to lie down for a while so that the material evaporates excess moisture.
Before attaching the panels to the chosen location, it would be a good idea to lay out the panels on the floor. This will help you better examine the elements for defects, damage after transportation, and at the same time make sure that the composition is composed correctly.
Now you need to make markings, apply glue and begin installation. Due to the fact that the glue does not set immediately, it is advisable to secure the panels with self-tapping screws. When the work is finished, all that remains is to cover the seams and perform the last stage of cladding - cover the panels with putty, then with acrylic primer. If the paint is glossy, then apply primer paint, then the paint itself, and finally polish if you need a glossy effect.
You can apply paint with a brush, roller, sponge or spray gun. Much depends on the composition of the specific tiles. Depending on this, not only the paint is selected, but also the method of applying it. In principle, all 3D panels can be painted perfectly using a spray gun.
3D panels: finishing putty and painting
Drawings on the walls. Wall painting technique
Who else but children loves to draw on the walls! And if earlier this was perceived by parents extremely negatively, right down to dad’s belt, now they can safely allow them to develop their talents, using the walls as a canvas. And for more interest, suggest using special stencils. Adults themselves will also enjoy this kind of work. All you need to do is attach the stencil to the wall and paint the empty parts.
The materials for the stencil are cardboard, whatman paper and high-density paper. Fixing to the wall is done using masking tape. The design can be applied by spraying.
You can make the drawing yourself using a stencil
Popular manufacturers of 3D wall panels
Despite the fact that 3D panels are a new finishing material, they are produced by more than one factory. Among manufacturers, as always, there are those that produce high-quality products and those who, trying to reduce their market value, use not the best material for production.
Therefore, we can highlight several of the most well-established brands:
- LETO is a company that produces 3D panels made of MDF, the surface is decorated with Italian compounds, be it paints, enamels or varnishes. The prices are very different, which invariably pleases buyers;
- WallArt – the office is located in the Netherlands, but the panels are produced in China. They are made from bamboo or reed. The result is excellent eco-friendly, stylish and lightweight elements for wall decoration, which are affordable for any buyer;
- Artpole produces panels made of MDF, gypsum, polymers and other materials. The variety of the company's product range is truly impressive. This is a wide range of colors, shapes, reliefs, textures, in which there will certainly be a suitable option for any interior;
An example of a finished 3D panel from the manufacturer Artpole - Meister - panels made in Germany. As a rule, these are MDF coated with a special film. The peculiarity of these panels is that they have their own fastening system.
Considering the popularity that 3D panels have gained, it is not surprising that their range is becoming wider. Therefore, when making a choice, you need to focus not only on the brand, but also take into account how high-quality the finishing material is presented on the display case. After all, you can often simply come across a fake. Conversely, 3D elements offered by a little-known manufacturer can pleasantly surprise you with their quality.
How to make a purchase?
Since this 3D wallpaper as a novelty has gained its popularity quite recently, its acquisition currently causes certain difficulties. Unfortunately, it is difficult to find for general sale. But individual companies specializing in this area can take on individual orders. As a rule, they are located in large cities. Accordingly, the cost of the order will be exceeded. However, as an alternative, you can use another method of purchasing the product. Order online.
Purchasing such wallpaper is currently problematic
