Panelled walls are quickly becoming a must-have trend in many homes and for good reason. A quick scroll through social media sites like Instagram and TikTok reveals a series of stunning wall panels that can transform a room instantly. Not to mention, wall panelling can add lots of character and charm to your home.
The good news is that it’s easy to panel a wall yourself, whether you’re an expert tradesperson or a homeowner looking for a change. This guide will teach you how to panel a wall using the UK’s number one sealant and adhesive, CT1.
What is CT1?
CT1 is the number one sealant and construction adhesive in the UK. It’s very easy to use and creates extra strong bonds. It can bond a range of materials including wood, concrete, tiles, metal, glass, and more. It’s a flexible sealant, making it ideal when working with porous materials like wood and concrete.
CT1 has excellent resistance to water, and vibrations and is UV resistant. It doesn’t shrink over time and contains no solvents or isocyanates. Plus, it’s completely odourless, so you don’t have to worry about any strong chemical smells when panelling your walls. It’s the ideal sealant and adhesive to use for wood panelling because it creates instant bonds that are long-lasting and flexible.
How to panel your walls with CT1
The first step is to gather your materials. You’ll need things like wood panelling, a caulking gun, a cartridge of CT1, a pencil to jot down measurements, sandpaper or an electric sander, a spirit level, tape measure, and paint.
Measure your wall first and make sure that you know how many panels you want and where you want to place them. Cut the wood panels, accordingly, making sure they line up properly. Then, prepare your wall by sanding any uneven bumps or textures. Make sure the area is clean before applying CT1 sealant for the best possible results.
When the wall is smooth and the panels are all cut, the only thing left to do is load your CT1 cartridge into the caulking gun. Then, add the sealant to the back of the wood panels. Next, carefully place the wood panels on the wall. If you want to make sure you get the placement perfect, use a pencil to mark exactly where you want the panels to go on the wall. This will make the sticking part a lot easier as you can simply line the wood panels up with the markings.
Once you’ve got the wood panel in position, press it firmly against the wall until it sticks properly. Continue the process until all the wood panels are firmly attached to the wall. When that’s done and you’re sure everything has been mounted straight, leave them to dry before painting with your chosen paint colour.
And there you have it, an easy guide for panelling your walls with the UK’s number one sealant and adhesive.
