Pannello

Waterproof PVC wall panels for bathrooms, kitchens and wet areas

Pannello is a British company specialising in waterproof PVC (UPVC) wall and ceiling panels, conceived as an alternative to tiles in bathrooms, kitchens, wet rooms and commercial interiors. Its approach focuses on decorative finishes that reproduce the look of natural stone, marble and concrete without the grout, sealing or maintenance associated with ceramic tiles.

The company presents its catalogue as a solution for creating continuous surfaces with no visible joints, with an installation that, it states, can be completed in a day and is up to 50% faster than traditional tiling. The panels can be installed directly over most existing surfaces, including previous ceramic coverings.

Three finish collections: Contemporary, Classic and Signature

The 1-metre panel catalogue is organised into three lines that range from matt industrial-inspired finishes to premium-effect marbles:

• Contemporary Collection: modern, understated matt finishes, with references such as Concrete Grey Matt (PAN03004), Light Grey Slate Matt (PAN03006), Oceanic Marble Matt (PAN03008), Blush Marble Super Matt (PAN03014), Elegant Grey Marble Super Matt (PAN03015), Concrete White Matt (PAN03017) and Cloud Quartz Super Matt (PAN03020).
• Classic Collection: gloss and reflective finishes designed to bring luminosity and a sense of space, with White Marble Gloss (PAN03001), White Gloss (PAN03002), Dove Grey Marble Gloss (PAN03003), Pergamon Marble Gloss (PAN03005), Premium Grey Marble Gloss (PAN03007) and White Sparkle Gloss (PAN03012).
• Signature Collection: high-end marble and resin designs inspired by natural stone, with Calacatta Gold Marble Gloss (PAN03009), Titanium Matt (PAN03013), Gold Marble Resin Gloss (PAN03016), Dark Tempest Gold Gloss (PAN03018) and Smoke Stone Gold Gloss (PAN03019).

The panels in this 1-metre range have a format of 10 mm thick by 1000 mm wide and 2400 mm high.

250 mm panels for wall and ceiling

The company also sells a collection of 250 mm wide panels designed to clad walls and ceilings continuously, with the aim of achieving an uninterrupted transition between both surfaces. This line includes 17 finishes and several formats: 5 mm x 250 mm x 2600 mm, 5 mm x 250 mm x 4000 mm, 8 mm x 250 mm x 2600 mm and 8 mm x 250 mm x 2700 mm.

Among the references in this collection are Sparkle Black (PAN01003P), Ash White Wood (PAN01004P), Beige Marble (PAN01005P), Dark Grey Marble (PAN01007P), High Gloss White (PAN01008P and PAN01018P), White Silver Strip (PAN01009P and PAN01019P), Concrete Grey (PAN01011P), Quarry Grey (PAN01015P), Matt White (PAN01029P), Pergamon (PAN01040P), White Marble Gloss (PAN01041P), Elegant Grey Marble Matt (PAN01042P), Premium Grey Marble Gloss (PAN01043P) and Light Grey Slate Matt (PAN01044P).

Grout-free tile effect: the Cutline range

Within the 250 mm panels, Pannello offers the Cutline range, with a realistic score that mimics the layout of individually laid tiles, so you get the look of tiling without a single grout line to maintain. The references in this line are Cutline Pastel Grey Marble (PAN01030P), Cutline Flagstone Grey (PAN01033P), Cutline Flagstone Beige (PAN01034P) and Cutline Concrete Grey (PAN01035P), in a format of 8 mm x 250 mm x 2700 mm.

Technical performance and maintenance

According to the company's information, the panels are 100% waterproof, do not absorb moisture and require no grout or sealants. Their non-porous surface makes cleaning with a simple cloth easy and, according to the manufacturer, resists the appearance of mould and bacteria. The company states that each panel has a fire reaction classification in accordance with BS EN 13501 and that the product is backed by a five-year guarantee.

Focus on professionals and distributor network

Pannello targets both the trade sector and homeowners. The company states that its panels are specified by installers and offers commercial support from quote to installation, as well as trade pricing and samples. For sales, it has a network of distributors and a service to find the nearest stockist, as well as a programme to become a distributor.

The company makes brochures and an installation guide available to interested parties, along with FAQs and guarantee sections.