Abacus M1 PVC Waterproof Bathroom Wall Panels

Video sponsored by Abacus Bathrooms.

The Abacus M1 Series wall panels are a fantastic waterproof PVC core showering wall panel that is completely impervious to water and ideal for a multitude of different bathroom installation requirements, creating a professional stylish showering wall space with the peace of mind of a 10-year guarantee. The high gloss panels are available in a wide variety of designs and colours from classic marble through to shimmering diamond and contemporary slate – something for everyone! M1 is an innovative interior decorative wall panelling system that is easy to fit and simple to maintain. Honeycomb lightweight panels are suitable for all walls in showers, bathrooms, kitchens, conservatories, extensions and utility rooms. Finish the panels with a trim set, and use the M1 series installation kit with compatible Abacus adhesive and sealant.

Trims and joints can be purchased in addition, these are optional as the panels are a tongue and groove fitting, end trims can be used to create a neat edge, or corner joints can be used to form corner shapes, see the: Abacus M1 Series Wall Panel Joints and Profiles.

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[johnnicholson]

Shower panels work for me and I've had them installed in two bathrooms, mine are about 12 years old and look as good as new. I used Mermaid Shower panels which unlike these Abacus ones are solidly backed and come with a 15 year guarantee they are easy to clean come in a number of good looking styles, however they are not cheap. The hollow core of these Abacus panels gives the impression they are flimsy and could easily get punctured or damaged. If you don't like tiles then panels are definitely the way forward, but do your research first.

[loafersheffield]

Likey likey! Solvent free panel adhesive, that is if you buy in your own in for the job. I've heard it said and I've no reason to dispute it, that solvented adhesive will eventually stain it's way through to the finished surface.

[Dcs.]

Deffo gonna get this to redo tiled bathroom …already checked and it is so much cheaper than retiling

[hyland]

A friend of mine got these panel's installed about 5/6 years ago. Saved a fortune on labour for tiling. They still look great. Though they do dint, not easily but what banging would you be doing all the time in a jax, other than when your missus has something in mind? 🤣

[lazylad]

Fitted mine without the aluminium joints. Found it fitted a lot better. Highly recommend these instead of tiles. Absolutely no black mould and easier to clean👍👍👍. Great video Rodger

[alexcruz]

You're a really practical internet video; couldn't make it without ya!

[KendalSmithy]

It's probably not too relevant here because the walls are very even and flat, so very little adhesive is needed, but where I use adhesive for any large area I try not to draw loops, so that there are no airtight compartments and air is able to expand and contract around the entire area. My theory is that this avoids bulges or indented areas. Just a thought and not a criticism.

[shaunglendinning]

Looks like a great product! Thanks for the heads up Roger. Cheers.

[UnstoppableTramp]

I think I am gonna use this on my van conversion for the shower area, looks perfect

[andyb]

Hi Roger - Multi Panel has been supplying 1200 wide panels for years, be interesting to see the price comparison, these panels look like Multi Panels budget range, so much better than tiles!

[jameslloyd]

Just the kind of video i was looking for. Thanks!

[jamie]

Great stuff I've seen it alot but never used it but to be honest, dependent on the price I'd be tempted to give it a go in my own bathroom, once again thank you rodger and the team for your great content 👍

[martinguiver]

Roger, fitting a shower with
the abacus M1 panels and using the no more leaks kit. what do you suggest when fitting the panels against the shower tray as I'm worried that the hollow core structure being sharp will cut into the no more leaks seal and cause a future leak. Also being hollow core I worry about making an effective seal with the silicone. Thought of raising the panel with spacers to prevent cutting and opening joint for better silicone penetration or would you recomend one of the multi part plastic mounting kits although I did want the clean look that the panel installation would give rather than the clunky trim effect! Your thoughts greatly appreciated.

Martin.

[aiittogether]

Is there a follow up video showing the whole thing?

[desciscio]

Excellent option, I've been looking for easy install types, but found out it's very pricey.

[pascalunderwood]

Thank you for sharing! Sold! This is my next project

[rutgerhoutdijk]

But what if you need to repair an area? With tiles you can do it invisibly if you have spare tiles.

[stewartclanachan]

can you put these and the laminate boards over Elements waterproof board?

[billmitchell]

Looking at added value to our home, what's the added value of tile with grout vs. these wall panels? Thanks

[NunyaBiz]

All very well and good UNTIL a fitting has to be screwed tight on them such as a shower mixer or riser bar and then the panel collapses. 😮