A wall panel is single piece of material, usually flat and cut into a

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shape, that serves as the visible and exposed covering for a

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. Wall panels are functional as well as

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, providing insulation and

soundproofing Soundproofing is any means of impeding sound propagation. There are several methods employed including increasing the distance between the source and receiver, decoupling, using noise barriers to reflect or absorb the energy of the sound waves, ...

, combined with uniformity of appearance, along with some measure of

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or ease of replaceability. While there is no set size limit for a piece of material fulfilling these functions, the maximum practical size for wall panels has been suggested to be about , to allow for transportation.

Advantages

Use of wall panels can reduce construction costs by providing a consistent appearance to the panelled surface without requiring the application of

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or another finishing material. Wall panels may be finished on only one side, if the other side is going to be against a brick or concrete wall, or a comparable structure. Alternately, the panels may, if assembled to an appropriate framework, substitute for having any other kind of wall at all. Holes may be cut or drilled into a wall panel to accommodate

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s and other devices coming out of the wall.

Installation

Proper installation of prefabricated

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panels is crucial, as inadequate sealing presents an enormous risk of mold and

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to underlying structural materials.

Fire Safety

Fire resistance is an important consideration in wall panel applications, particularly in public, commercial, and industrial buildings. Wall panels made from materials like gypsum board are often selected for their inherent fire-resistant properties. Other materials, such as PVC and WPC panels, can be treated with fire-retardant coatings to meet safety standards. Fire-resistant panels slow down the spread of flames and help contain fires within specific areas, thereby providing valuable time for evacuation and reducing the overall damage caused by fire. The use of these panels is regulated by building codes to ensure compliance with safety standards.

Biodegradble wall panels

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wall panels can be made out of the fibrous residue of

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(

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). The raw material used for these wall panels is 100% recycled, and 100%

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Advantages

Installation

Fire Safety

Biodegradble wall panels

See also

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