Wall paneling vs wall cladding :what is the difference
Wall paneling and wall cladding are both important materials used for wall decoration. What are the differences between them? Which one is suitable for your current decoration project? Let’s introduce the difference between wall paneling and wall cladding.
Different usage scenarios
Wall paneling refers to building decoration materials applied to the interior walls of rooms. Its application scenarios are mainly indoors. It adds different visual aesthetics to the room. It can also cover up defects in the wall and cover unsightly lines and water pipes on the wall. Wall paneling can choose different colors and wall panel decorations according to your different interior decoration styles, so it has become a new trend in interior decoration for a long time.
Wall cladding usually refers to the covering used for outdoor decoration. It is often used on building exterior walls or structural exterior walls. The main purpose is to prevent the building from being disturbed by the weather and environment, and to ensure that the building is protected from the effects of wind, rain, lightning and other severe weather. It is an outdoor An indispensable and important material for building decoration.
Different materials
Because wall paneling is used for interior decoration, the materials can be diverse. Commonly used materials are wood, MDF (medium density fiberboard), PVC (polyvinyl chloride), wood plastic composite (WPC), fabric, high-gloss imitation marble, etc. Materials used indoors. These materials can be mixed or synthetic. For example, the indoor wall paneling of YKZwallpanel is made of wood powder, PVC, calcium powder, etc., which are mixed and extruded at high temperature. This material not only retains the natural wood texture, but also has the ductility and flexibility of PVC, and is moisture-proof and flame-retardant. The surface of this kind of wall paneling can also be covered with different membranes to meet everyone’s different aesthetic preferences. As mentioned before, you can choose fabric, or imitation marble color, or even choose metallic color or seamless solid color. This way This ensures the diversity of wall paneling and has become a fashionable choice for interior decoration in recent years.
Of course, these wall panelings can be displayed in different ways, such as the unique groove design of Fluted wall Paneling, the full-page flat design of Wood Veneer Wall paneling, or the design of Acoustic Wall Paneling with wood veneer surface MDF wood strips and acoustic felt backing, etc. , are all styles that are currently in great demand in the market. Only by trying them will you know that they can add such a wonderful experience to your indoor space.
Wall cladding refers to the material that covers the exterior of a building or the exterior wall of a structure. It has very high requirements for the weather resistance, heat insulation and cold protection performance of the wall panels. Therefore, we will choose weather-resistant materials such as stone, masonry, metal, glass or composite materials that can withstand the damage of the natural environment. For example, you can add wall cladding to the walls of your foyer to create a stunning entryway that will not only make a great impression on your guests, but also protect this part of your outdoor wall from the elements. Sun exposure increases the weather resistance of the wall.
Different economic costs
Wall paneling is one of the most affordable wall panel materials for interior decoration. An indoor grooved wall panel costs between US$2-4. This product is designed with a snap structure. The two panels can be combined into one for transportation, which can save a lot of money. transportation cost. At the same time, its easy operation and installation can also save more labor costs and time costs for your interior decoration.
The cost of wall cladding is higher than that of wall paneling, because it needs to balance the relationship between environmental weather resistance and product firmness. It is more expensive than indoor decorative wall panels. However, compared to other outdoor building decoration materials, its cost is still very high. Friendly, the service life of YKZwallpanel’s wall cladding can reach 20-30 years. From a long-term economic benefit perspective, it will really bring you an unparalleled return on investment.
Different operability
Wall paneling mainly serves the purpose of decoration. It not only adds visual interest to the interior decoration, but also helps improve the sound effects of the indoor space and reduce noise. It can usually be installed on the wall using buckles, screws and glue. Wall paneling has a unique tongue-shaped buckle structure and mother-in-line groove connection, which is strong and easy to install. It is also very convenient to disassemble and assemble, and is very operable, even if one person Women can also easily DIY at home to satisfy your DIY experience of decorating your new home.
Wall cladding is a protective and functional covering for exterior walls. It is required to provide thermal insulation properties to enhance the weather resistance of the wall and improve the humidity and temperature of the building. The installation of wall cladding is more challenging. The external installation is more complicated and requires stronger sealing. It needs to be matched with keels, stainless steel buckles, and fasteners to enhance the solidity of the wall.
Finally, it should be noted that in different countries and regions, the names of products are not consistent. In some places, the difference between wall paneling and wall cladding does not seem to be so obvious, and there may be overlap in functionality between the two. You need to communicate your needs with our service team based on your needs to clarify which form of wall panel you really need. You must not make subjective judgments in your choice to avoid unnecessary inconvenience to you. Economic losses.