Our Shower and Tub Wallboard system is an innovative composite paneling product that is tailored to the bathroom markets. It is technically a laminate, comprised of multiple layers of engineered thermoplastic, a printed image, and a lightweight plastic 3/16" backing, all bonded with a high-strength adhesive. The materials used in our wallboard manufacture have been UV stabilized and resist discoloration and staining. The image is protected by the substantial clear thermoplastic layers, which can be renewed and shined if the material is scratched.
Shower Wallboard sizes
Decorplastics' Wallboards are well-suited for bathroom wet-wall applications, such as tub and shower walls, splashes, skirts, trims, shampoo and soap shelves, cubbies and more. Unlike tile grout and natural stone, our paneling won't mold or mildew and is easy to clean. Decorplastics' wallboards are also an excellent choice for other projects, such as wall-cladding, wainscoting, window sills, etc. Our shower wallboard system has passed commercial fire testing and is suitable for commercial work as well. the paneling will perform well in applications demanding light weight with a high-end look. One of the most common uses for paneling is RV's, manufactured homes, yachts, planes, lobbies and more.
Gloss Poly finish is made using a solid sheet of thick clear polymer material. It is a high gloss, our most pristine finish. This finish ships with a protective cover which is removed during installation.
Satin Hardcoat is a slightly less glossy finish, with an elegant sheen. This finish incorporates a thinner poly cover layer that has a hard coating for superior scratch resistance. This is the most install-friendly material, and can be cut with just a utility knife.
Recommended silicone: XtraBond Silicone 150T. For sealing all joints of materials. Also suitable for tile, marble, fiberglas, and glass.
Recommended Adhesive:
Dow Corning CWS or XtraBond 9500 polyurethane adhesive, white. XB9500: The best adhesive for adhering to sheetrock, masonite, cement board, or to other materials.
Bending the panel: You can bend your own panel simply by using a router with a V-Blade to score the back of the panel about 3/4 of the way through the back/pvc backerboard. Then with a simple heat wire attached to a piece of plywood the back of the scored panel, it is heated and bent. Some actually score the back as described above, then with a heat gun or a hair dryer, heat the back and bend the panel...creating as needed bends.
Sheetrock or Firring Strips? We would recommend using sheetrock or another firm backing system. However, if you wish to proceed with installing wallboards over a firring strips, We would suggest these strip a run on a horizontal plane, with at least 8" centers. But a rule of thumb - you are only as good and as solid as your substrate.
Dealing with the scratchess? In case of scratches, you could use a very high grit liquid polishing compound (example:
Supergrit ) You would use sanding gel (3000 or 5000) to take the scratch out and the 10000 to produce high gloss. Then maybe use a high gloss non-abrasive car polish if necessary. This procedure is mostly for gloss as the satin doesn’t scratch as much. To handle scratches on satin hardcoat – you could use the 3000 to knock the scratch down so it will not be very noticeable.
Cleaning Instructions Decorative Shower Wallboards will remain looking like new if the following cleaning instructions are followed.
NEVER USE ABRASIVE RAGS OR SCOTCH BRITE PADS!!
When cleaning, use only a clean, soft cloth with the following recommended cleaners. Rinse thoroughly with clean tap water.
RECOMMENDED CLEANERS
Fantastic / Windex /
Green Works /
Spic & Span Spray/
409 Spray /
Tilex Spray /
Lime Away Spray /
Pine Sol /
Fabuloso /
Simple Green /
Diluted Ammonia
DO NOT USE THE FOLLOWING CLEANERS
Abrasive or “gritty” cleaners / Scotch Brite Pads / Magic Eraser / Soft Scrub / Comet Soft Cleanser / Paint Thinner / WD-40
X MEK / Acetone / Comet Powder
(and “Scratch Free”)
5 year Limited Warranty
What This Warranty Covers
Wallboard panels, trims, and/or prepackaged kits shall be free from manufacturing defects for a period of five (5) years from the date of original purchase. This warranty applies to wallboard products that have been installed in accordance with Decorplastics .com installation instructions as specified on this site, as recommended and not damaged due to misuse, abuse or improper installation. This warranty will remain in force only for the original purchaser and original installation of these products in residential indoor applications
What This Warranty Does Not Cover
Damage caused during shipping, whether noted at the time of receipt or not, or by improper unloading, moving or other form of handling of the panels.
Damage caused by improper cleaning or by the use of cleaning products not recommended by manufacturer.
Changes made to the product by professional tradesmen or fabricators, or damage caused through fabrication or installation error.
Variation in color that is inherent in the several product patterns, or slight differences in tone from one batch to another.
Costs associated with installation or removal of paneling products.
What Decorplastics.com Will Do
If the wallboard product covered by this warranty is found by DecorPlastics or one of its authorized representatives to be defective in materials or workmanship, DecorPlastics will repair, or, at its option, exchange the product for a similar panel or trim piece. Decorplastic’s option to repair or exchange paneling under this warranty does not cover any labor or other costs of removal or installation, nor shall Decorplastics be responsible for any other incidental or consequential damages attributable to a product defect or to the repair or exchange of a defective product
Any quality shower base works well with wallboard panels. We currently don’t offer any, as those can easily purchased either online or locally at a number of plumbing supply stores. However, we do offer a matter finish panel that works very well as a shower floor. This is accomplished by prepping the shower floor as if you are going to install ceramic tile. The matte finish floor material is a slightly textured panel, and works very well.
Wallboard products: Shipping and Returns
Shipping: We take great care in packaging our doors securely on a pallet and delivering them to you undamaged, safely, and in a timely fashion. We ship to all of the 48 Continental United States and Canada. We don't ship to APO, FPO, PO Boxes or personal mailboxes. Please use a valid street address for delivery of your order. All shipments are fully insured by the shipping carrier. Your order will be shipped ground via freight carrier. We will provide you with all necessary delivery information to prepare you for delivery, including: full carrier information, contact numbers, tracking numbers and turnaround times. Our products are heavy and weight around 100 pounds + weight of skid. You will need at least 2-3 people to unload.
Product Damaged in Shipping:
When you receive a shipment, please inspect it immediately. If you feel
there is possible damage of any kind, have the driver note it on his delivery
record. You may also notice right away that there is severe damage to the panels.
Please do not refuse delivery, as by sending it back to us will only add
additional costs and extend our claims process. When you notice damage, take
pictures of the pallet/boxes from different angles. Sometimes there will be damage to
the pallet, but the panels and trim are fine. If the driver knows there is possible
damage, and he has it noted on his record, he can leave. We need pictures of the
pallet exactly as it arrived at your facility. We ask then that you open the pallet
and inspect for damage to the panels and trim. If you find damage to the panels,
please take more pictures of the damaged material and send the pictures to
claims@decorplastics.com.
Following this procedure will provide us with proper documentation to submit a
proper claim. This documentation is now mandatory in processing claims. If
damaged material is not handled this way, we stand no chance of receiving
compensation for the claim. This would necessitate that we invoice you for the
replacement materials and freight as well. Please help us out, and cover yourself
by signing this form and returning it back as soon as possible.
By following these simple guidelines, we can get your replacement parts out to
you as quickly as possible.
If we don’t get this document back, and damages occur, we will not have
documentation for a proper claim, and you will be held liable for the replacement
materials and freight charges.
We also ask that you inspect the panels within 48-72 hours of taking delivery.
The three day material inspection policy is in effect. Protect yourself by following these
simple guidelines.
Let’s review:
1. Upon delivery, inspect your order. Look for damage to pallet, carton box, panels, or trim box.
2. Notify driver and have him note his delivery record of possible damage.
3. Take pictures of the order, pallet etc. in the condition it arrived at your facility.
4. Send us pictures of the damage order as well as the package or pallet.
5. Notify us of what needs to be replaced.
6. Inspect material with 72 hours, and report damage of any kind.
Following these guidelines will save time, money and inconvenience.
It is important that upon delivery you review the entire contents of your order to make sure that it is acceptable.
If something is wrong with an order, we will take immediate steps to replace the product.
If you have any questions regarding returns, claims, shipping, or products, please contact us by email at
claims@decorplastics.com
