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Gone are the days when the only thing that could add character and warmth to your walls was a coat of paint. Walls are one of the biggest opportunities to elevate your spaces. This is why wall panelling designs have become the most sought-after interior trends across Indian Homes.
When done right, it can elevate any space, be it a compact apartment or a sprawling villa. It helps hide uneven surfaces, adds texture, and gives interiors a 5-star hotel feel without needing to knock down a single wall. And with CenturyPly’s range of plywood, veneers and WPC boards, are meant to last through daily wear and Indian weather conditions. If you are planning a living room makeover, an office refresh or just want your interiors to feel a bit more premium, here are some elegant wall panelling designs to consider.
Natural wood panels look beautiful, but they tend to warp, crack or fade over time due to India's humid climate. The wood-effect laminate panels from Century Laminates, fixed to CenturyPly plywood, give you the warmth of natural wood panels but are much more durable, eliminating the worry about long-term maintenance.
Flat walls tend to be boring in appearance. The texture that comes from the grooves, linen finish, or embossed pattern in the laminates enhances the appearance. They can be installed on a wall behind your sofa and dining table to create the desired focal point without requiring sophisticated carpentry.
If you are a homeowner interested in the true grain and natural beauty of real wood, Century Veneers would be an ideal option for you. Installing veneer panelling will help you add an organic touch to your study or office area in the living room.
Fluting or ribbed panelling has been among the most popular styles used in recent years, especially for contemporary and minimalist interior designs. Century WPC Panels are an excellent fit for such designs because they do not warp, are not affected by moisture or termites, and can therefore be used anywhere, including areas close to the kitchen and balcony.
Diamond shapes, chevron arrangements, and honeycomb designs add a sculptural element to wall panels. The 3D panels create a great play of light and shadow in ways that normal wall panels can never achieve. Made from CenturyPly plywood core, these 3D wall panels remain sturdy and do not sag with time.
Not everybody wishes to carry the burden, expense, or maintenance of natural stone veneer. Stone-effect Century Laminates provide all the toughness of natural stone without the trouble of sealing or staining that comes with it.
Louvres are not confined to windows and doors alone. As a design element, CenturyPly Louvres create a certain rhythm on the walls, while providing good air circulation within the room. It is for this reason that Louvres can be said to make some of the most practical panelling designs, especially for living rooms, verandahs, and studies.
LED strip lights placed behind textured/fluted panels help create an ambient lighting effect, making the room look welcoming. Backlit panels, along with matt laminate finishes from CenturyLaminates, are particularly common in bedrooms and living rooms, as customers prefer a luxury feel reminiscent of a hotel at night.
Not all walls require panelling, and that is the whole idea. An accent wall panelled with a unique or contrasting laminate colour creates an eye-catching effect against a plain interior wall. This type of panelling is one of the cheaper methods because it delivers maximum effect for minimal cost.
Panelling depends entirely upon its under-layer. CenturyPly’s BWP grade waterproof plywood acts as an excellent foundation and prevents the panel from bending, warping, or swelling. Whichever finishing you opt for the panelling—whether laminate, veneer, or paint—the use of good plywood will ensure durability.
Sometimes, less is more. Matte-finished laminate panels in grey, white, or earth colours provide a quiet aesthetic, which complements minimalist modern homes. Additionally, these panels have the added advantage of being more resistant to fingerprints than gloss-finished panels.
The wall where the TV stands is one of the most-observed walls in any house, and it warrants much better treatment than just painting it. Covering this space with panels of wood effect laminate gives a sense of coherence to the entire entertainment unit.
One popular trend amongst interior designers today is using panelling not only on the headboard but also all the way up the wall, and sometimes even the ceiling. Using soft-touch laminates or fabric-effect materials from CenturyLaminates creates a sense of luxury and gives the room a five-star hotel vibe.
Panelling becomes redundant when the doors are not coordinated with the room's overall theme. CenturyPly doors are available in both laminate and veneer finishes and can be made to coordinate with wall panelling.
Panelling need not necessarily be restricted only to the living room or bedroom anymore. For kitchen backsplashes or bathroom walls, CenturyPly’s WPC Boards and moisture-resistant plywood create the look of panelling without worrying about water damage.
Apart from its aesthetic appeal, good panelling will help protect your walls against scratches, provide insulation, and even enhance your room's acoustics. Constructed using reliable materials such as CenturyPly plywood, laminates, veneers, and WPC panels, the Wall Panelling Designs will serve you for many years to come.
Plywood, decorative laminates, veneers, and WPC boards are among the most dependable materials, offering both aesthetic options and longevity.
The cost depends largely on the type of material and the design intricacies. Basic laminated accent wall panels are relatively economical, whereas intricate 3D or veneer panelling is more costly.
Yes, but only with water-resistant materials such as waterproof plywood or WPC boards.
Laminate and WPC-based wall panels are easy to maintain and need occasional wiping. Veneer wall panels need some polishing to keep their natural glossiness.
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