Need advice about Aqua Panels for Shower Area

busymumof3

Does anyone have any experience of aqua panels. Think they are a relatively recent innovation. My shower area has very discoloured grout and unsightly sealant around the tray. Thinking about replacing entirely and these aqua panels seem to be a way of avoiding future problems with the grout etc.

Is there any problems with these that anyone has encountered.

Also a recommendation of a reasonably priced supplier would be good. I would want just the plain or slightly marbled effect ones not the tiled effect sheets I know B&Q sell.

Your thoughts would be much appreciated.

cheekymole

I've had panelling in my shower for a few years now. It's a grey marbled effect which I got from Travis Perkins. Much easier to apply, warmer feel and easier to clean. I'm sure I've seen it in B&Q though. It comes in 2.4m lengths and about 10-12 inches wide, you just stick it on, seal and away you go.

duncans-mum_2

Yes it is as simple as cheekymole said, but you must ensure it is fitted and Sealed correctly, as if there is any chance of water getting behind you have the problem of the whole board falling off.! Not a good look.

geordielass

can you fit these panels when your shower cublicle is in situ or do you have to take it all off first.how easy is it to fit them I'm not that good at DIY.

busymumof3

Thanks for advice so far. Does anyone know whether these panels can be fitted in one piece slightly curving at corners as opposed to having joins at corners.

gizmos

At the corners just put some of the bath sealant strips (the long plastic ones- not the liquid form) put it over the top of the aquapanels and just give a good seal and prevent water seepage